Copyeditor

Broad Area 1: Proofreading Deliverables

• Refer and apply the checklist for each deliverable as per business unit requirements.
• Ensure consistency between the base file and the final output.
• Cross-check for style, flow, alignment, layout, word choice, grammar, and language between the base file and the final output.
• Suggest changes by inserting comments in the documents.

Broad Area 2: Copy Editing Deliverables

• Understand the nuances of scientific writing to convert the language into consumer-friendly English.
• Review and edit content for language, style, spelling, grammar, word choice, formatting, and consistency to ensure readability.
• Apply various style guides such as AMA, Vancouver, and other client-specific style guides.
• Highlight sentence restructuring issues for review.
• Ensure logical presentation of the story and target audience documentation while editing.
• Review content for writing quality and client-appropriate style with minimal guidance.
• Identify data conflicts in the document if present.
• Respond to cross-team queries under guidance.

Broad Area 3: Process Adherence and Compliance

• Be aware of organizational, divisional, and client-related policies and procedures related to quality, information security, and data privacy.
• Adhere to quality standards for various deliverables as decided by the business unit or client.
• Maintain confidentiality and copyright rules for various deliverables/clients and company norms.
• Follow all security rules related to standards like ISMS, ISO, CMMI, and client guidelines.

Broad Area 4: Self-Development

• Build mastery in assigned deliverables/editing through self-learning and formal training.
• Volunteer in training programs to develop skills relevant to the job and areas of interest.
• Participate in reviewing documents to build relevant reviewing skills.
• Contribute to various continuous improvement initiatives or company-driven initiatives.
• Display agility to learn and work with multiple functional teams.

Qualifications

• Education:

  Any graduate.

• Experience:

  2-5 years of relevant experience.

Skills:

• Good subject area knowledge and curiosity to explore medical and scientific concepts.
• Excellent command of English, including grammar and spelling.
• Well-versed in different writing styles (active/passive voices, marketing/scientific content).
• Understanding the nuances of creative writing.
• Comfortable operating in a multitask/multi-priority environment.
• Self-starter with the ability to operate with minimal management oversight.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Passion, energy, and enthusiasm to drive results.
• Effective liaison with analysts and SMEs on editorial value additions