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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a detail-oriented Medical Editor to join our team. As a Medical Editor, you will be responsible for editing, proofreading, and reviewing a wide range of medical and scientific documents to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency. You will collaborate with medical writers, researchers, and healthcare professionals to produce high-quality content that meets regulatory standards and is accessible to both professional and lay audiences. Your role will involve checking for grammatical, typographical, and factual errors, as well as ensuring that all materials adhere to relevant style guides and ethical guidelines. You will also be responsible for maintaining up-to-date knowledge of medical terminology, industry trends, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in life sciences or medicine, excellent communication skills, and a keen eye for detail. Experience with medical publishing, peer-reviewed journals, or regulatory documents is highly desirable. You should be comfortable working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and meeting tight deadlines. Familiarity with digital publishing platforms and content management systems is a plus. If you are passionate about improving the quality of medical information and have a commitment to accuracy and integrity, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.
Responsibilities
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- Ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency in all medical content.
- Collaborate with writers, researchers, and healthcare professionals.
- Verify adherence to style guides and regulatory requirements.
- Check for grammatical, typographical, and factual errors.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of medical terminology and trends.
- Review and edit content for both professional and lay audiences.
- Provide feedback and guidance to authors and contributors.
- Manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
- Assist in the preparation of materials for publication or submission.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, medicine, or related field.
- Proven experience as a medical editor or similar role.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Familiarity with medical terminology and scientific literature.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Experience with style guides (e.g., AMA, APA).
- Knowledge of regulatory and ethical guidelines.
- Proficiency with word processing and editing software.
- Experience with digital publishing platforms is a plus.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have editing medical or scientific documents?
- How do you ensure accuracy and consistency in your work?
- Are you familiar with medical style guides such as AMA or APA?
- Describe a challenging editing project and how you handled it.
- How do you stay updated on medical terminology and industry trends?
- What is your experience with digital publishing platforms?
- How do you manage tight deadlines and multiple projects?
- Have you worked with regulatory or peer-reviewed documents before?
- What motivates you to work in medical editing?
- How do you handle feedback from authors and contributors?
