Title:  Scientific Editing Lead

Job Description

We are a technology-led healthcare solutions provider. We are driven by our purpose to enable healthcare organizations to be future-ready. We offer accelerated, global growth opportunities for talent that’s bold, industrious, and nimble. With Indegene, you gain a unique career experience that celebrates entrepreneurship and is guided by passion, innovation, collaboration, and empathy. To explore exciting opportunities at the convergence of healthcare and technology, check out www.careers.indegene.com Looking to jump-start your career? We understand how important the first few years of your career are, which create the foundation of your entire professional journey. At Indegene, we promise you a differentiated career experience. You will not only work at the exciting intersection of healthcare and technology but also will be mentored by some of the most brilliant minds in the industry. We are offering a global fast-track career where you can grow along with Indegene’s high-speed growth. We are purpose-driven.  We enable healthcare organizations to be future ready and our customer obsession is our driving force. We ensure that our customers achieve what they truly want. We are bold in our actions, nimble in our decision-making, and industrious in the way we work.

Must Have

You will be responsible for: 
Team Management & Coordination
•    Lead a team of 12 scientific editors, ensuring smooth execution of editorial tasks.
•    Plan and allocate daily tasks using a task tracker; monitor resource utilization.
•    Conduct daily team huddles to address challenges and provide support.
•    Set performance goals, conduct appraisal reviews, and identify training needs.
Editorial Oversight & Quality Assurance
•    Guide the team on client-specific requirements and quality standards for copyediting.
•    Review content for writing quality, scientific accuracy, and client-appropriate style.
•    Standardize proofreading and editing processes across deliverables.
•    Communicate quality concerns from onshore editors to the reporting manager.
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
•    Attend client meetings to support project planning and execution.
•    Serve as the point of contact for client communications with the offshore team.
•    Lead monthly copy editor meetings with clients, sharing feedback and concerns.
•    Support client-specific projects and provide timely data to project managers.
Training & Development
•    Create and implement training plans for new hires, ensuring timely completion.
•    Train associates on client brands, deliverables, and editorial processes.
•    Identify skill gaps and provide remedial training as needed.
•    Participate in On The Job Training (OJT) sessions and mentor campus hires.
Operational Support
•    Notify the team of process changes and send timely reminders for required actions.
•    Assist team members in stakeholder communication via email or preferred channels.
•    Evaluate editor tests and provide feedback to the reporting manager.
•    Proofread and review documents outside regular materials as per client requests.
•    Act as a backup offshore editor during client launches.

Your impact: 
About you: 
•    Master’s degree in Life Sciences, English, Communications, or related field.
•    7+ years of experience in scientific editing or medical writing, with at least 2 years in a lead role.
•    Strong understanding of scientific terminology and editorial standards.
•    Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
•    Proficiency in editorial tools and platforms (e.g., Veeva, MS Office).

Must have: 
•    Excellent written and spoken English skills
•    Strong attention to detail and accuracy
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat
•    Familiarity with AMA Manual of Style and client-specific style guides
•    Ability to work under tight timelines and in a collaborative team environment
•    Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
•    Ability to guide and mentor team members
•    Proven track record of delivering high-quality, error-free documents
 
Nice to have: 
•    Experience in client-facing roles or participating in client calls
•    Experience in developing training materials and conducting training sessions
•    Involvement in continuous improvement initiatives
•    Ability to contribute to knowledge-sharing and documentation efforts

 

Good to have

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Indegene is proud to be an Equal Employment Employer and is committed to the culture of Inclusion and Diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, colour, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical ability, or any other characteristics. All employment decisions, from hiring to separation, will be based on business requirements, the candidate’s merit and qualification. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics.