Medical Editor - Medical Communications

Overview Position Summary The Medical Editor is responsible for a range of editorial services, including leading the editorial work for their assigned accounts, which entails medical editing, fact checking, and preparing submissions of pharmaceutical marketing materials. Medical Editors must be able to prioritize multiple deadline-sensitive projects, take ownership and work independently, have a keen attention to detail, and have strong verbal and written skills. The Medical Editor is expected to uphold the Precision Guiding Principles of Accountability, Mutual Respect, Client Service, Collaboration, and Purpose in all areas of work. Essential Duties Essential Duties Include But Are Not Limited To Copy edit each project for correct spelling, grammar, consistency, balance, tone, fulfillment of creative brief, correct client and AMA style, and appropriate and accurate referencing Perform fact checking and clean reads, including unbranded claims, core promotional materials, and data-related claims Review client and medical/legal/regulatory (MLR) changes in context of the piece as a whole; edit within context May be responsible for MLR submission preparation (tagging and linking in the client’s submission system) Agency Process Assume lead editing responsibilities on one or more accounts Represent department at internal kickoff and status meetings Demonstrate proficiency in and adherence to Editorial review process and best practices Ensure all pieces are compliant with each client’s unique MLR submission process and best practices Work collaboratively with assigned account team(s) to identify and suggest efficiencies to internal routing process Qualifications Minimum Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field (e.g., Communications, English, Life Science, Regulatory) Work experience: Minimum of 3 years editing experience in the medical communication, pharmaceutical and/or healthcare industry At least 1 year of experience in the advertising and/or pharmaceutical marketing industry preferred At least 1 year of experience editing publications (manuscripts, posters, etc) preferred Skills Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat Familiarity with scientific search engines including PubMed and Google Scholar Strong proficiency in American Medical Association (AMA) Style (11th edition) Familiarity with Medical Legal Regulatory (MLR) requirements and client submission platforms (e.g., Veeva) High degree of autonomy and team- and detail-oriented Strong written and verbal skills; mastery of English grammar Ability to prioritize deadline-sensitive projects and juggle competing priorities Preferred: Experience with MLR reviews Knowledge of FDA requirements with respect to pharmaceutical advertising Familiarity with editing long-form writing e.g., publications, dossiers Precision is required by law in some states or cities to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Precision, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. This role is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, health insurance, retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, and paid time off for sick leave and vacation, among other benefits. 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