Thermo Fisher Scientific Hiring for Medical Writers

Thermo Fisher Scientific is expanding its India Medical Writing FSP Team, offering exciting remote medical writing opportunities for Principal and Senior Medical Writers. These roles provide a chance to work on global clinical trials, contribute to scientific and regulatory documents, and mentor junior writers. If you have expertise in medical writing, regulatory submissions, or therapeutic areas like Neurology, Immunology, Oncology, or Vaccines, this is your chance to join a world-class team driving healthcare innovation.

Responsibilities

Principal Medical Writer (APAC)

• Research, write, and edit clinical study reports, protocols, and regulatory documents (IBs, INDs, MAAs).
• Serve as lead writer and review team documents for quality and accuracy.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior writers and program managers.
• Advise on document development strategy, compliance, and best practices.
• Represent the team in project meetings, review sessions, and client interactions.
• Develop and manage performance metrics and lead process improvement initiatives.

Senior Medical Writer (APAC)

• Serve as primary author for routine documents including CSRs, protocols, and regulatory submissions.
• Research, write, and edit complex clinical and scientific documents.
• Review documents prepared by junior writers and provide mentorship.
• Ensure compliance with client-specific processes and quality standards.
• Assist in program management tasks including timelines, budgets, and forecasts.
• Represent the medical writing team in project launch and review meetings.

Qualifications

Principal Medical Writer

• Bachelor’s in Life Sciences or equivalent; advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in pharmaceutical/CRO industry medical writing.
• Expertise in complex medical writing projects, document management, and regulatory submissions.
• Knowledge of global, regional, and national document guidelines.
• Additional certifications (AMWA, EMWA, RAC) advantageous.

Senior Medical Writer

• Bachelor’s in Life Sciences or equivalent; advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in pharmaceutical/CRO medical writing, preferably within FSPs.
• Strong knowledge of document development guidelines and specialty therapeutic areas.
• Mentorship experience is a plus.
• AMWA, EMWA, or RAC certification beneficial.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package (INR 20–35 LPA depending on experience).
• Fully remote work with flexible schedules.
• Award-winning learning and development programs.
• Health and wellness-focused benefits package.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and growth-oriented work environment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply directly via Thermo Fisher Scientific’s careers portal:

• Principal Medical Writer (APAC) – Apply Here
• Senior Medical Writer (APAC) – Apply Here