Senior Medical Writer
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• updated:
20 Mar 2025
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Senior Medical Writer Salary in Chennai ranges between ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs for 3 years of experience to 10 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 58 latest salaries received from Senior Medical...
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| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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Novo Nordisk Senior Medical Writer Salary
6 years exp |  | |
Syneos Health Senior Medical Writer Salary
6 years exp | | 6 job openings |
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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Chennai
(66 salaries)
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₹4.1 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr | |
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8
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Chennai
(9 salaries)
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₹5.5 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr | |
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12
yrs
exp.
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Chennai
(4 salaries)
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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr | |
3 -
7
yrs
exp.
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Chennai
(4 salaries)
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₹9.5 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr | |
4 -
7
yrs
exp.
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Chennai
(3 salaries)
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₹6.2 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr | |
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11
yrs
exp.
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Chennai
(3 salaries)
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₹15 L/yr - ₹15.8 L/yr | |
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4
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Chennai
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₹3.3 L/yr - ₹4.2 L/yr | |
3 yrs
exp.
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Chennai
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₹3 L/yr - ₹3.8 L/yr | |
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10 -
11
yrs
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Chennai
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₹9.4 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr | |
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3 -
4
yrs
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Chennai
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₹3.4 L/yr - ₹4.3 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Senior Medical Writers
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Celegence Systems
Senior Medical Writer
8 years exp.
6d ago
Mmsh Clinical Research
Senior Medical Writer
10 years exp.
6d ago
HCLTech
Senior Medical Writer
3 years exp.
6d ago
Rasayu Group
Senior Medical Writer
3 years exp.
1w ago
WebMD
Senior Medical Writer
7 years exp.
2w ago
Novartis Healthcare
Senior Medical Writer
9 years exp.
2w ago
Fermish Clinical Technologies
Senior Medical Writer
3 years exp.
2w ago
Indegene
Senior Medical Writer
4 years exp.
2w ago
OrciMed Life Sciences
Senior Medical Writer
6 years exp.
2w ago
CBCC Global Research
Senior Medical Writer
6 years exp.
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Senior Medical Writer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
3
years
(11
salaries)
| ₹3.3 L/yr - ₹9.5 L/yr |
4
years
(11
salaries)
| ₹4.1 L/yr - ₹7.9 L/yr |
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5
years
(16
salaries)
| ₹4.5 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr |
6
years
(13
salaries)
| ₹5 L/yr - ₹7.9 L/yr |
7
years
(4
salaries)
| ₹8 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr |
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Senior Medical Writer Jobs in Chennai
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Syneos Health
Kolkata
Senior Medical Writer
· 1-4 years
Syneos Health
Kolkata
Senior Medical Writer
· 1-4 years
Syneos Health
Gurgaon / Gurugram
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• posted on 08 Jan 2025
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Working culture is excellent. Peaceful environment to work.
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Senior Medical Writer in Mohali/Chandigarh
• posted on 31 Aug 2021
Likes
A great company to start your career and give a push. One of the best in the industry in compensation for freshers.
read more- Job security - Good
Dislikes
Initial compensation is good but growth is slow. There is no set criteria for promotions and a lot of politics in the process with a favoritism.
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Medical Writer
• posted on 07 Jan 2023
Likes
Managers ars friendly, good culture, focuses on development of employee.
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Senior Medical Writer Salary In Other Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Senior Medical Writer
3 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹5.4 L/yr - ₹20.8 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Senior Medical Writer
3 -
9
years
exp.
| ₹4.9 L/yr - ₹14.5 L/yr |
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Mumbai
Senior Medical Writer
3 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹3.5 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr |
Pune
Senior Medical Writer
3 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹4.2 L/yr - ₹13.6 L/yr |
New Delhi
Senior Medical Writer
3 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹3.2 L/yr - ₹12.4 L/yr |
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Senior Medical Writer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
IT Services & Consulting Senior Medical Writer
3 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹4.5 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr |
Analytics & KPO Senior Medical Writer
3 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹6 L/yr - ₹15.8 L/yr |
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Pharma Senior Medical Writer
3 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹5.2 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr |
Clinical Research Senior Medical Writer
3 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹5 L/yr - ₹15.7 L/yr |
Software Product Senior Medical Writer
3 -
8
years
exp.
| ₹4.5 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Senior Medical Writer Salaries
What is the salary of a Senior Medical Writer in India?
The salary of a Senior Medical Writer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Senior Medical Writer salaries ranges from ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹14.3 Lakhs to ₹37.2 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 58 salaries received from various Senior Medical Writers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹14.3 Lakhs to ₹37.2 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 58 salaries received from various Senior Medical Writers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Senior Medical Writers?
Senior Medical Writer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Novo Nordisk Senior Medical Writer Salary | ₹14.3 Lakhs to ₹37.2 Lakhs per year |
| Syneos Health Senior Medical Writer Salary | ₹10 Lakhs to ₹21.9 Lakhs per year |
| Novartis Senior Medical Writer Salary | ₹9 Lakhs to ₹13.5 Lakhs per year |
| Fortrea Development India Private Limited Senior Medical Writer Salary | ₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹13.7 Lakhs per year |
| Indegene Senior Medical Writer Salary | ₹11.7 Lakhs to ₹15 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Senior Medical Writer in India?
The annual salary for Senior Medical Writer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Senior Medical Writer are
Salary expectations for Senior Medical Writer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Senior Medical Writer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹5.4 Lakhs to ₹20.8 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Medical Writer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹4.9 Lakhs to ₹14.5 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Medical Writer Salary in Mumbai | ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹17.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Medical Writer Salary in Pune | ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹13.6 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Medical Writer Salary in New Delhi | ₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹12.4 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Senior Medical Writer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Senior Medical Writer in India are:
| Senior Medical Writer Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹12.5 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Medical Writer Salary in Analytics & KPO | ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹15.8 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Medical Writer Salary in Pharma | ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Medical Writer Salary in Clinical Research | ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹15.7 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Medical Writer Salary in Software Product | ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Senior Medical Writer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Senior Medical Writer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Senior Medical Writer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Senior Medical Writer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 3 years | ₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹9.5 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹4.1 Lakhs to ₹7.9 Lakhs per year |
| 5 years | ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year |
| 6 years | ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹7.9 Lakhs per year |
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