Scientific Writer

Role & responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and review research articles, review papers, white papers, and technical reports for publication and internal circulation.
• Ensure scientific accuracy, clarity, and compliance with journal/editorial standards.
• Collaborate with R&D scientists to translate experimental findings into manuscripts, presentations, and technical documentation.
• Draft invention disclosures, patent applications, and related IP documentation in coordination with external patent attorneys and internal R&D teams.
• Support timely IP filings and management of intellectual property databases.
• Prepare scientific and business-oriented presentations, posters, and conference materials.
• Contribute to grant applications, marketing pitches, and technical proposals for business development.
• Develop and maintain scientific content repositories, literature reviews, and competitive intelligence summaries.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including R&D, Business Development, Regulatory Affairs, and Legal.

Preferred candidate profile

• Masters/PhD in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, or related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in scientific writing (academic or industry).
• Experience in patent/IP management and working with attorneys preferred.
• A strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of molecular biology, synthetic biology, protein engineering, or related domains.
• Knowledge of Indian and international patent processes and IP management tools.
• Proficiency in literature databases (PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, etc.).
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to translate complex scientific concepts into clear, concise documents.
• Strong project management and coordination skills.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams.