Are you a medical writer looking for a remote job in the pharmaceutical industry? CACTUS Life Sciences, a leading medical communications company, is hiring Medical Writers to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with global pharmaceutical clients, healthcare professionals (HCPs), and key opinion leaders (KOLs) while enjoying a flexible remote-first work environment.
If you have a PhD, MD, M.Pharm, MSc, or PharmD and 1-3 years of experience in medical writing, this could be the perfect role for you. Read on to learn more about the job responsibilities, qualifications, application process, and benefits.
Why Join CACTUS as a Medical Writer?
CACTUS Life Sciences is a globally recognized medical communications company that partners with biopharmaceutical firms to deliver high-quality scientific content. As a Medical Writer, you will:
- Work on diverse medical writing projects (manuscripts, abstracts, slide decks, infographics).
- Collaborate with international clients and experts in various therapeutic areas.
- Enhance your skills through training sessions and workshops.
- Enjoy a remote-first work culture with occasional visits to the Mumbai office.
This role is ideal for professionals seeking career growth in medical communications while maintaining work-life balance.
Job Details – Medical Writer at CACTUS
Location & Work Model
📍 India (Remote-first) with occasional travel to the Mumbai office.
H3: Key Responsibilities
✔ Develop, proofread, and data-check scientific & medical content (manuscripts, abstracts, slide decks).
✔ Collaborate with pharma clients, HCPs, and KOLs.
✔ Ensure compliance with industry standards & regulatory guidelines.
✔ Conduct literature reviews & research analysis for accuracy.
✔ Work on digital medical communications (interactive assets, patient narratives).
Qualifications & Requirements
Education:
- PhD/MD in Medicine, Life Sciences, Health Sciences, Pharmacy, Pharmacology.
- M.Pharm, MSc, or PharmD.
Experience:
- 1-3 years in medical writing, scientific communications, or medical information content.
- Strong knowledge of clinical research & biostatistics.
- Prior experience in Medical Affairs, Promo Med Ed, or agency work is a plus.
- Proficiency in MS Office & literature search tools.
Application Process – How to Apply?
Step-by-Step Hiring Process
- Submit Your Resume – Apply online through the official portal.
- Technical Interview – Discussion with hiring managers.
- Writing Assessment – A real-world medical writing task.
- HR Interview – Final discussion on role & expectations.
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Perks & Benefits at CACTUS
✅ Remote-first flexibility (work from anywhere in India).
✅ Competitive salary & benefits.
✅ Exposure to global pharmaceutical leaders.
✅ Career growth in medical communications.
✅ Inclusive & diverse workplace.
