Scientific Writer (Publications)

Astellas
Full Time
₹12.8 Lakhs - ₹16.2 Lakhs
Bengaluru
Posted 21m ago

Scientific Writer (Publications)

Astellas

Job description

Looking to build a career in scientific communication? Explore this Scientific Writer (Publications) Lead role at Astellas in Bengaluru, sharing research through compliant publications, congress presentations, and manuscripts for healthcare professionals.

 Company Description 

Astellas is a global life sciences company focused on turning innovative science into value for patients. It develops transformative therapies across areas including oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology, and women’s health. Through research and development, Astellas works to address diseases with high unmet medical need and improve patient outcomes worldwide today.

 Job Summary 

The Scientific Writer (Publications) assists in disseminating Astellas sponsored research through congress presentations, articles and publication materials. Work with evidence dissemination value team unique to the brand to match publication activities with brand strategy and evidence plans. The Publication Writer generates scientifically accurate, balanced communications, manages publication governance, works with internal and external partners and monitors results to increase the effectiveness of scientific communication globally.

 Key Responsibilities 

  • Strategic Publication Planning: Support development of publication plans matched to brand objectives, evidence generation plans, timescales and stakeholder demands.

  • Scientific Publication preparation: Guide the preparation of scientifically precise, balanced and impactful articles, congress presentations and other publication materials that effectively communicate clinical information.

  • Publishing Governance and Compliance: Manage publishing governance processes and ensure that scientific material is compliant with Astellas standards, publication ethics, external requirements and documentation standards.

  • Scientific Writer (Publications) works with internal teams, external authors, and other stakeholders to resolve issues affecting the quality, timeliness, and efficacy of scientific publications.

  • Track publication outcomes and impact measures to identify ways to increase the reach, effectiveness, and value of scientific communications.

 Educational Qualification 

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences or health care related subject is necessary for the role of Scientific Writer (Publications).

  • A minimum of 2 years experience in scientific publications or medical communications is necessary.

 Skills Required 

  • Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex scientific and clinical facts into clear, credible and compelling communications.

  • Knowledge of clinical research, preclinical research, health economics and outcomes research.

  • Knowledge of publication standards, publication ethics and non-promotional communication needs.

  • Experience in people management / mentoring / team leadership.

  • Experience with generative AI for content creation.

  • Scientific Writer (Publications) should have the ability to express complicated scientific and clinical findings in clear, accurate and evidence-based articles.

  • Able to manage competing deadlines, coordinate publication plans and provide high quality deliverables.

  • Ability to communicate, collaborate, influence, and solve problems effectively when dealing with internal teams and external stakeholders.

 Salary Structure 

The average salary of a Scientific Writer (Publications) at Astellas in Bengaluru is in the range of  ₹12.8 Lakhs - ₹16.2 Lakhs per year.

 Career Development 

The Scientific Writer (Publications) can develop skills in scientific publication strategy, evidence dissemination, publication ethics and medical communications. Gain hands on experience in organizing manuscripts, congress presentations and cross-functional stakeholders could help development into senior scientific communications, publication strategy or medical affairs leadership roles.

 How to Apply 

  • Open our job portal. Search for Scientific Writer (Publications) listing.

  • Review the full job information.

  • Fill out the application form.

  • Upload your updated resume highlighting your scientific writing, medical communications, publication planning, interpretation of clinical evidence and applicable qualifications.

  • Submit your application through the official careers portal. 

Employment Type: Full Time
Industry: Healthcare
Role Category: Non Clinical Jobs
Application: External (Company Site)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Key Skills

Non Clinical JobsMedical Affairs
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