Fortrea is inviting applications for the position of Medical Writer – Narratives for candidates based in Bangalore and Mumbai. This remote medical writing opportunity is ideal for life sciences graduates, postgraduates, pharmacy professionals, biotechnology candidates, and freshers looking to build a career in clinical research, pharmacovigilance, regulatory writing, and healthcare communications.
The role offers exposure to value communication, market access, health economics, reimbursement strategies, and scientific content development while working with global healthcare clients.
About Fortrea
Fortrea is a leading global contract research organization (CRO) providing clinical development and patient access solutions to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies worldwide. The company supports healthcare innovation through scientific expertise, regulatory excellence, and market access consulting.
Job Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Job Title | Medical Writer – Narratives |
| Company | Fortrea |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Work Mode | Remote |
| Location | Bangalore, Karnataka / Mumbai, Maharashtra |
| Application Deadline | June 19, 2026 |
| Experience | Freshers to Early Career Professionals |
| Qualification | Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Medical Sciences |
| Industry | Clinical Research, Medical Writing, Healthcare Consulting |
Key Responsibilities
Medical Writing & Content Development
- Research and analyze clinical, economic, and healthcare data.
- Develop scientific narratives, value communication documents, reports, and dossiers.
- Create healthcare and market access content for different stakeholder groups.
- Interpret clinical trial outcomes, statistical data, and health economic evidence.
- Draft high-quality scientific content aligned with project requirements.
- Ensure accurate citation management and reference formatting.
- Adapt content for different audiences and healthcare decision-makers.
- Apply UK and US English grammar and medical writing standards.
Project Management
- Maintain project documentation and records.
- Coordinate activities using Outlook, SharePoint, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Manage multiple assignments and deadlines efficiently.
- Support internal teams with proofreading and quality checks.
Client Interaction
- Participate in client meetings and teleconferences.
- Prepare meeting notes and action items.
- Draft professional client communications.
- Present project updates and scientific information when required.
Team Support
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing sessions.
- Support training and development initiatives.
- Assist colleagues during peak project periods.
Required Qualifications
Candidates should possess:
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Medicine, or related disciplines.
- Strong scientific writing and analytical skills.
- Good understanding of clinical research and healthcare concepts.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Ability to learn medical writing, market access, and health economics concepts quickly.
Preferred Qualifications
- MSc, MRes, PharmD, M.Pharm, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or PhD qualifications.
- Prior internship, project, or part-time experience in healthcare, medical writing, pharmacovigilance, or clinical research.
- Knowledge of EndNote referencing software.
- Familiarity with scientific literature review and evidence synthesis.
Skills Required
- Medical Writing
- Scientific Communication
- Literature Review
- Clinical Research
- Healthcare Analytics
- Health Economics
- Market Access
- Data Interpretation
- Regulatory Documentation
- Presentation Skills
- Project Coordination
- Stakeholder Communication
Why Join Fortrea?
Working as a Medical Writer at Fortrea offers:
- Remote work flexibility
- Exposure to global pharmaceutical and biotech projects
- Comprehensive training in market access and value communication
- Career growth opportunities in medical writing and healthcare consulting
- International client interaction
- Learning opportunities in health economics and reimbursement strategies
- Collaborative and professional work environment
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is suitable for:
- B.Pharm Graduates
- M.Pharm Candidates
- PharmD Graduates
- Biotechnology Graduates
- Life Science Graduates
- MSc Candidates
- Clinical Research Aspirants
- Freshers Seeking Medical Writing Careers
- Pharmacovigilance Professionals Looking to Transition into Medical Writing
How to Apply
