Medical Writer / Scientific Writer Jobs in India

Looking for a rewarding science career outside academia? Welcome to the world of Pharmaceutical Editing.

What is Pharmaceutical Editing?

Pharmaceutical Editing presents PhDs and pharma graduates proficient in the English language and passionate about communicating clinical research with the opportunity to work in an exciting, high-growth industry outside academia. Pharma Editors use their understanding of clinical research, drug discovery, and regulatory guidelines to convert complex scientific content into error-free, submission-ready documents that are both scientifically and linguistically accurate.

At CACTUS, Pharma Editors are part of the Medical Writing team that specializes in providing class-leading medical and scientific writing services for pharmaceutical corporations, clinical research organizations, and researchers worldwide. We are looking for PhDs and pharma graduates specializing in pharmaceuticals/regulatory writing to join our team of editors and work in a dynamic, fast-paced global environment.

Job responsibilities of a Pharma Editor
As a Pharma Editor at CACTUS, you will be required to

• Ensure timely delivery of error-free, high-quality regulatory documents (CMC reports, TLC reports, CSRs, protocols, IBs, etc.) that meet international standards of written English by
  • Correcting errors in grammar, style, and syntax
  • Ensuring accuracy of the data and content presented
  • Identifying and fixing flaws in logic and flow
  • Following style guides/templates provided by the client
• Work with the Managing Editor to develop best-practice-driven internal standards
• Review documents edited by contractual editors and provide timely feedback to ensure consistent quality

Candidate profile

• PhD or pharma graduates with prior experience in handling pharmaceutical/regulatory reports
• High level of attention to detail and superior English-language skills
• Literature reviewing and evaluation capabilities
• Ability to multi-task and work under tight timelines
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Preferred qualifications

• ELS certification or willingness to prepare for and pass the BELS exam
• Prior experience in editorial processes in a medical communications agency

Selection process: Screening tests, followed by two or more rounds of interview

Compensation: In keeping with industry standards and candidate’s skills/experience

Location : Andheri, Mumbai

To apply: E-mail your updated resume along with a cover letter to . For further queries and additional information, call Neha Khan: 02267147105

Looking for a rewarding science career outside the clinical sphere? Welcome to the world of Medical Editing.

What is Medical Editing?

Medical Editing presents doctors (with an MBBS degree) proficient in the English language and passionate about communicating science with the opportunity to work in an exciting, high-growth industry outside the clinical sphere. Medical Editors use their understanding of the subject matter, the medical industry, and publication norms to convert complex scientific content into error-free, publication-ready documents that are both scientifically and linguistically accurate.

At CACTUS, Medical Editors are part of the Medical Writing team that specializes in providing scientifically rigorous medical and scientific writing services for pharmaceutical corporations, clinical research organizations, and researchers worldwide. We are looking for doctors to join our team of world-class medical editors and work in a dynamic, fast-paced global environment.

Job responsibilities of a Senior Medical Editor
As a Senior Medical Editor at CACTUS, you will be required to

• Ensure timely delivery of error-free, high-quality medical documents (manuscripts, posters, abstracts, presentations, etc.) that meet international standards of written English by
  • Correcting errors in grammar, style, and syntax
  • Ensuring accuracy of the data and content presented
  • Identifying and fixing flaws in logic and flow
  • Following style guides/templates provided by the client
• Work with the Managing Editor to develop best-practice-driven internal standards
• Help Medical Writers upgrade their English-language skills

Candidate profile

• MBBS/MD with good understanding of clinical research and medical communications
• High level of attention to detail and superior English-language skills
• Basic knowledge of biostatistics
• Literature reviewing and evaluation capabilities
• Ability to multi-task and work under tight timelines
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Preferred qualifications

• ELS certification or willingness to prepare for and pass the BELS exam
• Prior experience in editorial processes in a medical communications agency

Selection process: Screening tests, followed by two or more rounds of interview

Compensation: In keeping with industry standards and candidate’s skills/experience

Location : Andheri, Mumbai

To apply: E-mail your updated resume along with a cover letter to . For further queries and additional information, call Neha Khan: 02267147105

The medical writing team at Cactus works with multinational pharmaceutical companies, clinical research organizations, and researchers worldwide to help them communicate their science. We are currently looking to add to our team, an experienced Data QC specialist who wishes to be part of a world-class delivery team, and work in an exciting, fast-paced global environment

As part of his/her key responsibilities, the Data QC specialist at Cactus will

• Review regulatory documents (e.g., protocols, amendments, IBs, CSRs, eCTD, summary documents, appendices, and clinical trial disclosures) for data accuracy against source data and consistency between the document text and the in-text tables
• Check for grammar, syntax, style, and compliance with style guides, regulatory guidelines, and publishing requirements
• Check documents generated by writers for data errors by checking annotated references
• Check documents generated by writers for fact errors (discrepancy between source data and document, discrepancy within text, discrepancy between figures/tables and text)
• Be responsible for the accuracy of data (numerical and otherwise) in the documents/projects assigned
• Ensure timely delivery of documents

This position requires:

• Minimum 2-5 years experience in performing QC review of regulatory/scientific documents
• A university degree (bachelors/masters degree preferably in the pharmaceutical sciences) or equivalent industry experience
• Ability to work efficiently and independently, multitask, and prioritize
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to concentrate and work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Functional with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Flexible and adaptable to changing project priorities and work assignments

Location : Andheri, Mumbai

To apply: E-mail your updated resume along with a cover letter to . For further queries and additional information, call Neha Khan: 02267147105

The Medical Writing team at Cactus offers medical writing services to multinational pharma, clinical research organizations, and researchers worldwide. We work with clinicians and researchers to help them communicate their science to the world. We are currently looking to add to our team of medical writers, experienced researchers, preferably post docs looking to work in non-lab setting, aspire to be part of a world-class delivery team, and work in an exciting, fast-paced global environment. Visit http://www.cactusmed.com (USA) or http://www.cactusglobal.com (India) for further details.

What is a typical day at work like?

• Ensure timely production of high quality documents (manuscripts, abstracts, short communications, review articles) for publications in journals or for presentation in meetings and other written communication material supporting pharmaceutical brands, research activities, and business needs
• Prepare documents that are publication ready
• Review work done by team members and provide appropriate feedback
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including authors & KOLs
• Act as document specialist and provide intellectual input across document types
• Provide quality-related coaching or mentoring to team members, as appropriate
• Develop and maintain necessary templates, formats and styles to ensure that documents generated meet industry, internal, and client requirements

Responsibilities:

• You will work in a challenging, dynamic, and fun learning environment
• Ensure timely production of high quality documents (manuscripts, abstracts, short communications, review articles) for publications in journals or for presentation in meetings and other written communication material supporting pharmaceutical brands, research activities, and business needs.
• Work with senior medical writers to prepare documents that are publication ready
• Use appropriate templates, formats, and styles to ensure that documents generated meet industry, internal, and client requirements

Here’s what we look out for in a Medical Writer

Qualifications: PhD/MD (Pharmacology) OR MBBS/MD (Internal medicine) with knowledge of clinical research

Experience:

• At least 3-5 years of medical writing experience, preferably within a pharmaceutical writing environment
• Superior English language skills
• Advanced knowledge of clinical research processes and drug development, as well as CONSORT, ICMJE and other such industry guidelines
• Proven skills in writing and editing documents for publications, including interpretation and summarization of complex clinical data across multiple studies and phases
• Knowledge of methods and techniques for analysis and presentation of statistical results
• Excellent literature reviewing capabilities
• Excellent data interpretation and presentation skills
• Clear, concise scientific style of writing with a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to work under tight timelines
• ELS certification or willingness to prepare for and pass the BELS exam
• Functional with the software of Microsoft Office 2007 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Selection Process: You will be expected to take a couple of tests followed by two or more rounds of interview.

Compensation: An excellent compensation package will be offered to deserving candidates.

Training: Individuals who have no prior medical writing experience but looking to enter the field of medical writing are welcome to apply. Cactus will provide the necessary training to candidates who clear our screening tests.

Relocation support will be provided

Career progression: Cactus has a well-defined career progression system with clear increases in responsibility and compensation based on an individual’s talents, skills, and knowledge.

Interested?
To explore this opportunity, e-mail your updated CV along with a cover letter to .

Looking for a science career outside academia?

Medical Writing presents PhDs and post-docs proficient in writing and passionate about communicating science with the opportunity to work in an exciting, high-growth industry outside academia. The Medical Writing team at CACTUS specializes in providing scientifically rigorous medical and scientific writing services for pharmaceutical corporations, clinical research organizations, and researchers worldwide. We are looking for experienced researchers to join our team of world-class medical writers and work in a dynamic, fast-paced global environment.

Candidate profile

• PhD/MD (Pharmacology) or PhD (Life Sciences) or MBBS/MD (Internal Medicine) with a good understanding of clinical research and medical communication
• Publication experience, preferably as first author on papers published in medical journals
• Clear, concise, scientific style of writing, with a high level of attention to detail and superior English-language skills
• Basic knowledge of biostatistics
• Literature reviewing and evaluation capabilities
• Ability to multi-task and work under tight timelines

Job responsibilities

• Use scientific expertise to develop high-quality, publication-ready scientific documents (manuscripts, posters, abstracts, short communications, presentations, etc.)
• Work with international pharmaceutical clients and liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including authors and key opinion leaders on critical therapeutic area issues
• Act as a document specialist, provide intellectual input across document types, and contribute to making cutting-edge research accessible to specific audiences
• Develop and maintain necessary templates, formats, and styles to ensure that documents generated meet industry, regulatory, internal, and client requirements

Selection process: Screening tests, followed by two or more rounds of interview.

Compensation: In keeping with industry standards and candidate’s skills/experience.

Relocation support will be provided

Career progression: CACTUS is a high-growth, performance-driven organization. It offers multiple avenues for growth to those who enjoy working in a fast-paced, progressive environment.

To apply: E-mail your updated CV with a cover letter to .

Visit http://www.cactusmed.com to know more.