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Expert Scientific Writer

Novartis
Hyderabad (Office) Onsite Research & Development
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Job Description Summary

Creation of high-quality complex scientific content, such as publications and foundational core content elements, in line with priorities and scientific narrative defined in SCP. Ownership of content from brief to publication or presentation, for first-time right delivery.


 

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop deep therapeutic area and product expertise to support scientific communication activities.
  • Research, write, and review original scientific content, including manuscripts, abstracts, posters, slide decks, and related materials.
  • Create and coordinate meeting materials for symposia, advisory boards, and internal/external scientific meetings.
  • Ensure all deliverables are scientifically accurate, evidence-based, appropriately referenced, and compliant with quality standards.
  • Conduct scientific reviews and provide quality oversight to maintain consistency of key messages and content quality.
  • Mentor team members, support onboarding of new colleagues, and contribute to capability building.
  • Perform quality control (QC), proofreading, and compliance checks to meet stakeholder and publication standards.
  • Translate complex scientific concepts into clear, concise, and audience-appropriate communications.
  • Adhere to internal processes, SOPs, publication guidelines (GPP), and industry best practices throughout project execution.
  • Support publication strategy, cross-functional projects, problem-solving, documentation, archiving, and work across multiple therapeutic areas and brands.

Minimum Requirements

  • Minimum science degree or equivalent. MSc, PhD, PharmD, or MD Preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in medical communications.
  • Medical writing experience.
  • Good understanding of industry work processes for publications.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).


 

Skills Desired

Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Detail-Oriented, Medical Writing, Regulatory Compliance

About Novartis

Global pharmaceutical company focused on innovative medicines in oncology, immunology, and neuroscience. Headquartered in Basel, Switzerland.

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Job Details
LocationHyderabad (Office)
Work typeOnsite
DepartmentResearch & Development
SeniorityMid
CountryIndia
About the company
Novartis
Global pharmaceutical company focused on innovative medicines in oncology, immunology, and neuroscience. Headquartered in Basel, Switzerland.
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