Copy Editor/Fact Checker (AMA)

The Planet Group is seeking a Copy Editor/Fact Checker (AMA) to join one of our well-known global pharmaceutical clients.

• Pay : $46-48.18/hr depending on experience (W2 and benefit options)
• Location : Remote with a preference for candidates local to Irvine, CA
• Hours : This is a true freelance role, with hours fluctuating based on project needs. Candidates must be available between 9am and 5pm PST when projects arise and will receive advance notice before work is needed.

Copy Editor/Fact Checker Responsibilities:

• Edit and proofread copy for assigned and other brands as needed
• Fact-check annotated copy using provided references, ensuring acceptable sources are used
• Collaborate and communicate with Editorial Director and team members to maintain quality and meet goals
• Prioritize and manage workload, meetings, and various tasks to ensure all deliverables are met with excellence; ability to handle multiple jobs and prioritize as needed
• Able to independently navigate and complete editorial tasks by understanding requirements and choosing the most effective approach, rather than relying solely on instructions or frequent supervision
• Able to conduct all types of reviews and have a firm understanding of what the job needs for each round
• Able to communicate well cross-functionally with Agency teams when needed
• Thoroughly understand assigned brands and product categories
• Demonstrate a drive to ensure adherence to client and brand guidelines
• Contribute ideas/feedback for improving process and minimizing error
• Offer guidance and training to junior team members and freelancers to ensure integrity of editorial process
• Proactively offer and provide help to others to ensure all work moves through the department efficiently
• Create/maintain brand style guides and bibliographies in a timely manner
• Understand and execute AMA style and varying editorial styles per brand needs

Copy Editor/Fact Checker Qualifications:

• Any College degree required
• At least 5 years medical editing and fact checking experience in a pharma ad agency/medical education environment
• Agency Experience is a must
• Must have been in a senior level role for a minimum of 5 years
• Experience working with Oncology brands or neurotoxins would be a great plus, but not necessary
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with a motivated, self-starting attitude
• Ability to creatively adapt to changing deadlines, providing recommendations as needed
• Knowledge of current AMA style and FDA guidelines governing pharmaceutical products/devices
• Solid ability to use MS Office (including Outlook, Teams, and Word), Adobe Acrobat, and/or ProofHQ
• Fact checking is a must!
• Must be able to work Pacific time zone hours