Job Description
Must Have
Medical Copywriter
Location: Remote (must reside in/have legal authorization to work in the US)
Role Summary:
Indegene is seeking a Medical Copywriter to support a leading pharmaceutical client. In this role, you will develop and refine omnichannel content across digital and print assets while ensuring compliance with local legislation, FDA guidance, and internal MLR/PRC standards. You will collaborate closely with design, brand, and production teams to deliver clear, accurate, and engaging copy that meets regulatory and brand requirements.
Core Responsibilities:
Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
• Ensure all content adheres to local legislation, Fair Balance standards, FDA regulations, and internal policies.
• Validate claims and data with current, authentic references; manage citations and versioning.
• Align copy with brand standards and medical/legal/regulatory (MLR/PRC) requirements.
MLR/PRC & FDA Submission Support
• Review and support content through internal MLR workflows and submission processes.
• Implement edits and annotations required by reviewers while maintaining clarity and accuracy.
• Prepare reference packs when required, claims matrices, and documentation to accelerate approvals.
• Follow Linking & Anchoring procedures through VeevaPromomats during document submissions.
Content Development & Editing (Omnichannel)
• Conceptualize, write, and update copy for digital assets (emails, banners, websites, social media, sales materials, slide decks) and print assets (posters, patient guides, conference materials, etc). Focus will primarily be on emails.
• Translate complex scientific information into clear, audience-appropriate language, including patient-friendly copy where applicable.
• Maintain voice, tone, and consistency across all assets.
• Leverage Generative AI tools (e.g., Jasper AI) to ideate, draft, and optimize content while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and brand tone.
• Apply human editorial judgment to refine AI-generated content for clarity, compliance, and engagement.
Quality Assurance & Editorial Standards
• Conduct self-reviews and peer audits to ensure accuracy, clarity, and compliance.
• Apply editorial guidelines (grammar, syntax, stylization) and resolve data/content conflicts.
• Ensure ISI alignment and consistency across branded assets.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with graphic designers, brand teams, production, and project managers to deliver projects in alignment with client brief.
• Participate in creative workshops, reviews, and client calls to clarify editorial decisions.
• Provide QA insights to improve workflows and first-pass approval rates.
Process & Documentation Excellence
• Follow departmental best practices for documentation, version control, and reference management.
• Maintain high standards for internal/external communication and project tracking.
• Contribute to templates, checklists, and SOP improvements.
Training & Development
• Complete assigned trainings and stay current on scientific/technical developments.
• Share learnings with the team; contribute to playbooks and best practices.
Confidentiality & Security
• Uphold strict confidentiality and data security; comply with all quality systems, processes, and policies.
Good to have
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Education
• PharmD, MPharm, PhD, MPH—or relevant health science discipline.
Experience
• 5+ years in a medical communications agency or similar setting.
• Hands-on experience with MLR/PRC workflows and regulatory writing and editing.
• Proven portfolio across print and digital assets.
• The candidate should have medical copywriter experience and ability to build commercial assets
• Exposure to GenAI tools/ prompt engineering
• Understanding of US medical and pharma landscape
Skills & Attributes
• Strong conceptual abilities and a passion for writing.
• Editorial precision; exceptional attention to detail and fact-checking.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in identifying and resolving content issues and inconsistencies.
• Comfortable using Generative AI tools for content creation and optimization, with strong ability to fact-check and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with digital platforms, social channels, and omnichannel best practices.
• Client-focused mindset; strong relationship-building and presentation skills.
• Up-to-date with scientific/technical developments relevant to healthcare communications.
• Language: Fluent in English.
Tools & Preferred Knowledge (nice-to-have)
• Veeva PromoMats (MLR/PRC)
• Jira or similar work management tools
• Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, etc)
• Generative AI platforms (e.g., Jasper AI) for content ideation and drafting.
• Understanding of accessibility (e.g., WCAG), data privacy (e.g., HIPAA where applicable), and social media platform policies (organic vs paid).
Work Environment:
• Remote role
• Expected work hours: 8:30am EST until 5pm EST
• Flexibility for occasional early/late calls with global teams
• Role requires a reliable internet connection
• Part of an In-House Creative Design team made up of PMs, designers, and other medical copywriters
• Company will provide laptop and all necessary software