Senior Oncology Medical Writer & Scientific Content Reviewer (Publications & Client-Facing Role)
(Also open to profiles suitable for Oncology Scientific Advisor / Medical Content Lead)

Company Overview
The role is for a leading global healthcare services organization with strong presence across India, APAC, US, Europe, Middle East, China, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and Malaysia. The organization works closely with pharmaceutical companies, healthcare clients, and research institutions to deliver scientific publications, medical communications, pharmacovigilance support, literature reviews, and medical content development.
The company is publicly listed and operates from multiple locations in India, including Bangalore, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, and Noida, following a hybrid working model.

Role Summary
We are looking for a highly qualified Oncology Subject Matter Expert (SME) with strong expertise in cancer biology and oncology to support a global medical communications team. The primary responsibility of this role is to review, edit, and scientifically validate oncology manuscripts and medical publications developed for global pharmaceutical and healthcare clients, particularly across the APAC region (including China).
This is a strategic, long-term role intended for professionals who are interested not only in content excellence but also in business exposure, client interactions, and long-term career growth within a global healthcare services environment.
In addition to the core publication role, selected candidates may also be considered for an extended client-facing scientific leadership role involving interaction with international clients, supporting business growth initiatives, and representing the organization in scientific discussions.

Key Responsibilities
1. Oncology Content Review & Scientific Quality Assurance

Review and scientifically validate oncology-related manuscripts, including:
- Original research manuscripts
- Review articles
- Abstracts
- Scientific posters
- Conference materials
- Medical communication documents
Provide in-depth oncology expertise to improve:
- Scientific accuracy
- Clinical relevance
- Data interpretation
- Scientific positioning
- Quality and credibility of publications
Support medical writers in refining content related to:
- Oncology
- Cancer biology
- Related therapy areas (e.g., infectious diseases and other therapeutic domains when required)

2. Editing, Content Enhancement & Scientific Review

Edit manuscripts prepared by medical writers (PhD Pharmacologists, Pharmacists, MBBS Doctors) to ensure:
- Scientific rigor
- Logical flow and narrative quality
- Alignment with journal requirements
- Proper interpretation of clinical and research data
Perform critical scientific content reviews and recommend improvements to enhance manuscript acceptance probability in reputed journals.

3. Collaboration with Medical Writing & Research Teams

Work closely with:
- Medical writers
- Literature review teams
- Meta-analysis and data extraction teams
Guide teams on:
- Oncology concepts
- Emerging research
- Scientific framing of manuscripts
Support large volumes of publication work coming from pharmaceutical companies and APAC-based research clients.

4. Scientific Client Interaction (Secondary / Extended Responsibility)
(For candidates suitable for client-facing leadership roles)

Interact directly with global clients, especially in the APAC region, to:
- Discuss scientific concepts
- Understand research goals
- Provide scientific inputs and clarifications
Represent the organization in scientific discussions with pharma companies and research stakeholders
Support business development efforts by engaging clients at a scientific and domain-expert level

5. Long-Term Contribution & Business Enablement

Contribute to building a strong oncology capability within the organization
Support knowledge development in:
- Medical writing
- Oncology research workflows
- Publication strategies
Potential to grow into scientific leadership, operations leadership, or regional scientific representative roles over time

Required Qualifications

Educational Background (Mandatory):
- MD (Oncology / Medicine)
- OR PhD in Oncology / Cancer Biology
- OR MBBS with strong oncology experience
Strong academic and practical understanding of:
- Oncology
- Cancer biology
- Clinical research and scientific publications

Preferred Experience

Experience in:
- Oncology manuscript writing
- Scientific publications
- Medical communications
- Journal submissions and peer-review processes
Prior exposure to:
- Pharmaceutical clients
- Research institutions
- Global healthcare communication projects
Experience working with APAC region clients is a strong plus
Exposure to:
- Literature reviews
- Meta-analysis
- Scientific data interpretation

Key Skills & Competencies

Deep subject matter expertise in oncology
Strong scientific editing and reviewing skills
Ability to:
- Critically evaluate medical and scientific content
- Improve manuscript quality and scientific credibility
Strong communication skills to:
- Collaborate with medical writers
- Interact with global clients (for leadership roles)
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume publication environment
Willingness to commit to long-term career growth with the organization
Interest in combining science + business exposure

Work Model

Hybrid Work Model
- Minimum 2 days per week from office
- Remaining days remote
Work locations available in:
- Bangalore
- Mumbai
- Pune
- Hyderabad
- Noida

Engagement Model

Full-time long-term engagement preferred
The organization is specifically seeking candidates who are:
- Looking for stability
- Interested in long-term growth
- Willing to build a meaningful career in scientific publications and healthcare consulting

Career Growth & Opportunities

Opportunity to grow into:
- Senior Scientific Advisor
- Oncology Practice Lead
- Client-Facing Scientific Consultant
- Regional Scientific Business Lead (APAC)
Exposure to:
- Global pharma clients
- International research projects
- Advanced medical communication programs
Opportunity to work on:
- High-impact oncology research publications
- International conference materials
- Global regulatory and scientific documentation

Compensation

Compensation will be finalized based on the quality, experience, and expertise of the candidate.
Budget is flexible and aligned with finding the right long-term fit rather than short-term cost optimization.

Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is someone who:

Has strong oncology expertise
Is passionate about scientific publications and medical writing
Enjoys reviewing, refining, and elevating scientific content quality
Is open to long-term career building rather than short-term roles
Has interest in client interaction and scientific leadership over time

Senior Oncology Medical Writer & Scient...