Job Opportunity: Copy Editor at Indegene

Job Summary

Indegene, a global leader at the intersection of healthcare and technology, is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Copy Editor to join our growing team. This role is ideal for a professional with 2–4 years of experience in pharmaceutical promotional content and medical communications. The successful candidate will play a vital role in maintaining high editorial standards, ensuring regulatory compliance, and facilitating smooth content workflows for our global pharmaceutical clients. If you are passionate about medical writing, precision proofreading, and advancing your career within a fast-paced healthcare technology environment, we invite you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

As a Copy Editor, you will be responsible for upholding the integrity and accuracy of complex medical communications. Your core duties will include:

• Content Editing: Perform comprehensive copyediting of pharmaceutical promotional and educational materials, ensuring they meet the highest standards of clarity and accuracy.
• Compliance & Standards: Ensure all content adheres strictly to the AMA Manual of Style, internal brand guidelines, and organizational Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough proofreading to identify and correct errors in grammar, punctuation, and formatting, as well as specific technical elements such as trademarks, ISI identifiers, part numbers, and dates.
• QC Management: Execute rigorous quality control checks throughout the review cycles to ensure no new errors are introduced during the revision process.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with the Promotional Review Committee (PRC) and other cross-functional teams to streamline content approval workflows.
• Systems Validation: Perform Veeva-approved copy validation, verifying distribution status and ensuring layout accuracy against the final approved version.
• Documentation: Assist in the creation and maintenance of editorial style guides to ensure consistency across all projects.

Requirements

We are looking for candidates who possess a solid foundation in the life sciences and a sharp eye for detail.

Educational Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences (B.Pharm, M.Pharm, BSc, or MSc is preferred).

Professional Experience:

• 2–4 years of relevant professional experience in pharmaceutical content editing, medical proofreading, or the review of promotional materials.

Required Skills:

• Editorial Expertise: Deep knowledge of the AMA Manual of Style or the Chicago Manual of Style.
• Language Proficiency: Expert-level proficiency in US and UK English editing with a strong command of scientific terminology and medical jargon.
• Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with pharma promotional content and familiarity with Veeva systems.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits & Why Join Indegene

Joining Indegene means becoming part of an innovative company that bridges the gap between healthcare and technology. Benefits of this role include:

• Professional Exposure: Work with leading global pharmaceutical clients and gain experience in highly regulated content environments.
• Career Growth: Access to a strong learning environment with mentorship programs that support career advancement into specialized medical writing, regulatory content management, or digital healthcare solutions.
• Dynamic Culture: Be part of a collaborative, innovation-driven, and customer-centric team.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a salary range of ₹4.5 LPA – ₹8 LPA, commensurate with your experience and industry standards.

How to Apply

If you meet the above requirements and are ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application via the official Indegene careers portal or through our LinkedIn job posting to ensure your profile is reviewed by our recruitment team.

Please ensure your resume is updated and reflects your experience with the specific editorial and regulatory requirements mentioned above.