Medical Writer 1

Medical Writer Vacancy IQVIA

Medical Writer 1 vacancy at IQVIA, Gurugram. Apply for hybrid clinical medical writing role.

IQVIA is hiring a Medical Writer 1 for its global clinical research and medical writing operations in India. This full-time, hybrid role based in Gurugram is ideal for life sciences professionals looking to build or strengthen their career in regulatory and clinical medical writing within a leading global CRO. The position offers hands-on exposure to clinical study documents, sponsor interactions, and cross-functional project teams supporting global drug development programs.

As a Medical Writer 1, you will take a lead role on straightforward medical writing projects, preparing high-quality clinical and regulatory documents while adhering to SOPs, customer requirements, and agreed timelines. This role suits candidates with strong scientific foundations, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex clinical data clearly and accurately.

Company Overview

IQVIA is a globally recognized leader in clinical research services, healthcare data analytics, and commercial insights for the life sciences industry. By integrating advanced analytics, technology platforms, and scientific expertise, IQVIA helps accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative therapies across the globe.

The organization supports pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies throughout the entire drug development lifecycle. With a strong commitment to regulatory compliance, data integrity, and patient safety, IQVIA has established itself as a trusted partner in global clinical trials and regulatory submissions.

Working at IQVIA provides exposure to diverse therapeutic areas, global sponsors, and industry-leading medical writing standards, making it an ideal environment for building long-term expertise in clinical and regulatory documentation.

Job Role & Responsibilities

The Medical Writer 1 acts as a lead writer on assigned projects involving simpler documents under standard timelines. The role requires close collaboration with project teams and customers, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely delivery of clinical and regulatory documents.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Regulatory Document Development

• Lead preparation of assigned medical writing deliverables in line with IQVIA SOPs and sponsor requirements
• Confirm document scope, templates, specifications, and timelines before project initiation
• Prepare documents such as clinical study reports, protocols, and related regulatory documents

Project & Timeline Management

• Manage day-to-day workload, track timelines, and implement customer requests
• Communicate progress, risks, and issues to managers and senior medical writers
• Negotiate timelines and resolve customer comments with appropriate senior support

Stakeholder & Customer Interaction

• Participate in project team meetings independently or with other writers
• Lead or support comment resolution meetings with external customers
• Deliver simple presentations to customers, such as process overviews during project kick-off meetings

Quality, Compliance & Review

• Ensure documents comply with ICH-GCP, regulatory guidelines, and internal SOPs
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, clarity, and consistency across documents
• Demonstrate good judgment in seeking senior input when required

Project Finance Awareness

• Monitor and forecast budgeted hours for assigned projects
• Develop awareness of project budgets, finance principles, and out-of-scope activities

Professional Development

• Stay current with developments in medical writing, regulatory guidelines, GCP, and drug development
• Continuously build knowledge of therapeutic areas, statistics, and medical terminology

Eligibility / Qualifications

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or a related scientific discipline (required)
• Master’s degree in life sciences or related field (preferred)
• PhD in life sciences or related field (preferred)

Relevant Courses: Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Clinical Research, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Sciences

Experience Requirements

• Typically 1–3 years of relevant experience in medical or clinical writing
• Familiarity with clinical study reports, protocols, and related regulatory documents
• Strong understanding of drug development processes and medical writing regulations

Technical & Professional Skills

• Good understanding of common statistical methods used in clinical trials
• Ability to interpret clinical data and summarize information clearly
• Capability to review statistical analysis plans and identify inconsistencies (preferred)
• In-depth knowledge of medical terminology across therapeutic areas
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work independently
• Proficiency with computers and standard documentation tools

Location & Salary

Job Location: Gurugram, Haryana, India

Work Model: Hybrid

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Application Process

Interested candidates can apply online through the official IQVIA careers portal using the link below:

👉 Apply Online: https://jobs.iqvia.com/en/jobs/R1524572-0

Applicants are advised to submit accurate and complete information, as IQVIA maintains strict integrity standards during the hiring process.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Who can apply for the Medical Writer 1 position at IQVIA?
Candidates with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in life sciences and 1–3 years of medical writing experience can apply.

Q2: Is prior CRO experience mandatory?
CRO experience is preferred but not mandatory if candidates have relevant clinical or regulatory writing exposure.

Q3: Does this role involve direct client interaction?
Yes, the role includes communication with external customers and participation in comment resolution meetings.

Q4: Is this role suitable for freshers?
This role typically requires prior experience and is not considered a fresher-level position.

Q5: How do I apply for this IQVIA medical writing job?
Applications must be submitted through the official IQVIA careers website.

Job Summary Table

Company	IQVIA
Vacancies	Medical Writer 1
Required Education	BSc Life Sciences, MSc Life Sciences, PhD (Preferred)
Experience	1–3 years Medical / Clinical Writing Experience

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