Senior Medical Editor

Working Hours: 6 30 PM - 3 AM

The role

The Senior Editor ensures the scientific and editorial integrity of medical materials through attention

to detail and applying superior editing and proofreading skills. This individual will provide support

across brands, as needed. The Senior Editor will be part of a growing editorial team in an innovative

agency that produces materials for audiences comprising patients and health care practitioners. This individual reports to the team’s editorial manager.

What we expect from you

• Provide outstanding editorial services for all designated projects, including editing, factchecking,

and proofreading on assigned brand(s)

• Follow established procedures/guidelines to ensure consistent work quality

• Develop and maintain style guides for any assigned brands

• Understand the product and the client’s objectives, including product information, visual

aids, pivotal trials, journal articles, and related promotional materials

• Prioritize work appropriately, while meeting all deadlines

• Collaborate effectively and communicate proactively to enhance dynamics within and

among teams

• Adhere to AMA and brand style requirements

• Attend kickoff, hot-sheet, and status meetings related to assigned projects

• Proactively manage workload, and escalate concerns relating to quality and timing as needed

• Assist in training and onboarding of new editors on the team

Background/experience and skills

• Bachelor’s or postgraduate degree in a related field, with 3-5 years of industry experience

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively

• Meticulous attention to detail

• Strong working knowledge of current AMA style (11th edition) preferred

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills

• Proficiency in English grammar and usage

• Familiarity with digital media (navigating web/device interfaces)

• Experience with digital routing systems

• Familiarity with FDA regulations regarding pharmaceutical advertising preferred

• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint