Freelance Medical Editor

We have an opening for a Freelance Medical Editor.

Join our team of committed and hardworking specialists in our deadline-driven publishing group. We take pride in working collaboratively to create the best print and online training materials in the business for our Fortune 500 clients. This job can be performed remotely.

Responsibilities include:

Proofreading and editing medical/scientific-related scripts, storyboards, print layouts, and multimedia presentations to ensure their correctness, clarity, and quality
Apply style and preferences specific to each client or project and avoid inappropriate cross-pollination of styles
Review documents for adherence to formatting and style and maintain consistency across multiple deliverables
Perform quality check of eLearning, mobile applications, workshops and print modules
Prepare bibliographies and QC references to ensure accuracy
Upload documents to clients’ electronic referencing systems

Requirements:

BA/BS in English or related subject matter; or equivalent experience
Minimum 2 years’ experience as an editor
Advanced knowledge of grammar and punctuation rules; expertise in AMA Manual of Style is preferred
Keen attention to detail and commitment to high quality
Highly organized with ability to prioritize and work efficiently to meet tight deadlines
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint (PC)
Experience using databases a plus

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

What is your hourly rate range?

Experience:

Editing: 2 years (Required)