Medical Writer I (Quality Check)
About the Role
Roles & Responsibilities
• Perform detailed data and content quality check (QC) reviews of extracts, manuscripts, posters, figures, and tables
• Conduct data integrity reviews ensuring consistency across text, tables, references, and graphics
• Verify scientific content alignment with FDA, EU, and ICH regulatory guidelines
• Cross-check scientific claims against referenced literature for accuracy, neutrality, and compliance
• Ensure proper application of AMA style guidelines and journal/congress formatting standards
• Maintain one-to-one alignment between in-text citations and reference lists
• Copyedit documents for grammar, punctuation, clarity, and formatting compliance
• Review deliverables for adherence to SOPs, ISO standards, and client-specific requirements
• Monitor project timelines and escalate risks or discrepancies to the Lead Medical Writer or Project Manager
• Participate in internal team meetings and client discussions to resolve QC comments
• Support continuous quality improvement initiatives within the medical writing team
Qualification
• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Clinical Sciences, English, Journalism, or related field
OR
• Relevant experience in scientific copyediting and data review
Experience
• Minimum 1 year of experience in Medical Writing
• Experience in scientific QC, data validation, and document review
• Exposure to regulatory writing standards and global submission requirements
Skills
• Strong knowledge of FDA, EU regulations, ICH guidelines, and ISO standards
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
• Strong grammar, language, and copyediting expertise (AMA style preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently with structured documentation practices
• Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
• High level of accuracy, accountability, and compliance awareness
About the Organization
Syneos Health is a global biopharmaceutical solutions organization operating across more than 110 countries. With involvement in a significant proportion of recently approved FDA medicines, Syneos Health combines clinical, commercial, and communications expertise to accelerate product development and delivery. The organization provides strong global exposure and structured growth opportunities for medical writing and scientific communication professionals.
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