Senior Content Development Specialist

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Content Development Specialist based in India.

This role offers the opportunity to shape high-quality medical and educational content designed to support professionals and learners in healthcare environments. You will develop and manage content strategies for assigned reference products, ensuring materials are relevant, accessible, and aligned with customer needs. The position combines content development, digital publishing, project coordination, and collaboration with authors and subject matter experts. You will help transform complex information into effective print and digital experiences across multiple platforms and formats. The role also involves managing schedules, budgets, content guidelines, and production workflows across several priorities. You will work with cross-functional teams and external contributors in an environment that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced content professional who enjoys combining editorial expertise with technology and project management.

Accountabilities: Develop, manage, and execute customer-focused content publishing strategies for assigned medical reference products.

Define content development plans across portfolios, including content formats, multimedia components, revision cycles, and opportunities for new products.

Plan and develop content for both digital and print delivery based on market and customer needs.

Guide authors and contributors on content preparation, digital formatting, and presentation to maximize usability and discoverability.

Develop and communicate clear guidelines covering writing standards, e-content enhancements, formats, illustrations, references, and other publishing requirements.

Review content throughout the development and production lifecycle to ensure guidelines, quality standards, and project objectives are met.

Create content maps that connect written material with relevant assets and identify opportunities for digital enhancements.

Support the planning and implementation of content delivery and updates across online publishing platforms and digital products.

Manage multiple high-priority content development projects, ensuring deadlines, budgets, deliverables, and quality expectations are maintained.

Monitor project budgets and schedules, identify deviations, and work with authors or vendors to keep projects aligned with the agreed plan.

Coordinate content development assignments and digital publishing workflows with internal teams and external contributors.

Contribute to contract discussions and negotiations where required and maintain clear reporting on project progress and performance.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in content development, publishing, editorial production, or a related field, preferably involving higher education, professional, medical, or reference content.

Experience managing content development and assignments for online, e-book, or other digital publishing projects.

Practical experience working with digital content technologies, e-books, tablets, online publishing tools, and electronic content workflows.

Strong understanding of digital text and artwork formats, with basic knowledge of EPUB, HTML5, and XML as they relate to e-book publishing.

Experience managing writers, authors, subject matter experts, vendors, or other content contributors.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously while maintaining quality, schedules, and stakeholder expectations.

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, internet research, and common digital content tools.

Ability to anticipate content rendering and production issues and proactively guide contributors toward effective solutions.

Strong organizational, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams while taking ownership of assigned projects and deadlines.

An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in English, Project Management, e-Learning, Publishing, or a related discipline.

Experience working on technology projects and/or developing content for both print and digital formats.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements designed to support work-life balance.

Remote working schedule with structured working hours.

Comprehensive health insurance covering employees, immediate family members, and parents.

Enhanced health insurance options at competitive rates.

Group life insurance and group accident insurance.

Employee Assistance Program providing support for personal and professional challenges.

Medical screening and wellbeing initiatives.

Maternity, paternity, and adoption support.

Paid time off including casual, sick, privilege, compassionate, and special leave, along with public holidays.

Professional development opportunities through study assistance, learning resources, and internal programs.

Long-service recognition and employee milestone benefits.

Wellbeing initiatives designed to support physical, mental, and financial health.

Opportunities to contribute to products and content that support healthcare professionals, educators, researchers, and learners globally.

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