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Scientific Writer

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Sanofi

Jan 30, 2025

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Hyderabad, +1

Requirements

  • Experience: 2 years of experience in content creation for the pharmaceutical/healthcare industry, or academia
  • Soft skills: Stakeholder management; communication skills; and ability to work independently and within a team environment
  • Technical skills: As applicable (including but not limited to therapeutic area/domain knowledge exposure; publication submission; and/or project management)
  • Education: Advanced degree in life sciences/pharmacy/similar discipline or medical degree
  • Languages: Excellent knowledge of English language (spoken and written)

Responsibilities

  • To create specialized content with limited supervision; support end-to-end publication/medical education content development process including documentation and approval in PromoMats/iEnvision (previously-Datavision/MATRIX); develop and maintain therapeutic area expertise; work in close collaboration with peers/team to develop best practices; and collaborate effectively with stakeholders
  • Maintain effective relationship with the end stakeholders (medical scientific community) within the allocated Global Business Unit and product – with an end objective to develop education and communication content as per requirement
  • Interact effectively with health care professionals on publication content
  • Constantly assist other writers in developing knowledge and sharing expertise
  • Provide publication/medical education material (slide deck, abstract, poster, manuscript etc.) as per agreed timelines and quality
  • Provide strategic support with individuals and institutions, which may serve as resources for publications purpose
  • Develop complex publication/medical education material
  • Support medical communication and develop subject matter expertise for the assigned therapeutic area
  • Assist the assigned scientific communication team in conducting comprehensive publication-need analysis
  • Implement relevant element of publication plan and associated activities for the year identified for the region
  • Work with selected vendors within the region to deliver the required deliverables as per defined process
  • Design an overall plan of action based on end-user feedback and improve course content and delivery
  • Work closely with scientific communication teams in regions/areas to identify publication need and assist in developing assigned deliverables
  • Liaise with Product Managers, MSLs, medical department to prepare relevant and customized deliverables

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of a Scientific Writer at Sanofi?

The primary responsibility is to create specialized content, support the end-to-end publication and medical education content development process, and collaborate with various stakeholders.

What are the main types of materials a Scientific Writer will create?

A Scientific Writer will create publication and medical education materials such as slide decks, abstracts, posters, and manuscripts.

What qualifications are required for this position?

An advanced degree in life sciences, pharmacy, or a similar discipline is required, or a medical degree.

How many years of experience are needed for this role?

A minimum of 2 years of experience in content creation for the pharmaceutical, healthcare industry, or academia is required.

What essential skills should a candidate have?

Candidates should have strong stakeholder management and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Is knowledge of specific therapeutic areas important for this position?

Yes, having exposure to therapeutic area/domain knowledge is considered a valuable technical skill for the role.

What language proficiency is required for the position?

Excellent knowledge of the English language, both spoken and written, is required.

What does the team structure look like for a Scientific Writer?

The Scientific Writer will work closely with scientific communication teams, Product Managers, MSLs, and medical departments within the assigned Global Business Unit.

How does Sanofi approach diversity and inclusion in hiring?

Sanofi provides equal opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.

Is there support for professional development and training in this role?

Yes, the role includes collaborating with peers to develop best practices and sharing expertise, which provides opportunities for professional development and training.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2004
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are Sanofi, an innovative global healthcare company. We chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. Our team, across some 100 countries, is dedicated to transforming the practice of medicine by working to turn the impossible into the possible. We provide potentially life-changing treatment options and life-saving vaccine protection to millions of people globally, while putting sustainability and social responsibility at the center of our ambitions.