Role Description
Are you a detail-oriented medical editor with a passion for producing clear, accurate, and polished content? Do you have a strong command of grammar, punctuation, and medical style and enjoy working across a variety of print, digital, and multimedia projects? If you take pride in maintaining accuracy and consistency while working under tight deadlines, you may be our next Freelance Medical Editor.
As a Freelance Medical Editor at CLD, you will:
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Proofread and edit medical and scientific content across scripts, storyboards, print layouts, multimedia presentations, and digital learning materials.
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Work as part of a collaborative, deadline-driven publishing team to ensure content is accurate, clear, consistent, and aligned with client-specific style and formatting requirements.
Qualifications
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BA/BS in English or a related subject area, or equivalent experience.
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Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
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Advanced knowledge of grammar and punctuation rules.
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Expertise in the AMA Manual of Style, 11th edition, preferred.
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Keen attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
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Highly organized with the ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently under tight deadlines.
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Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint in a PC environment.
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Experience using databases is a plus.
Requirements
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Proofread and edit medical and scientific scripts, storyboards, print layouts, and multimedia presentations for correctness, clarity, and quality.
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Apply style preferences specific to each client or project and maintain clear separation between client-specific styles.
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Review documents for adherence to formatting and style requirements and maintain consistency across multiple deliverables.
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Perform quality checks of eLearning, mobile applications, workshops, and print modules.
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Prepare bibliographies and quality-control references for accuracy and compliance with preferred client citation styles.
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Maintain the internal database of journal and textbook references using EndNote.
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Create and update client-specific wordlists and style guidelines.
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Upload documents to clients' electronic referencing systems.
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Collaborate with project teams to support accurate and timely delivery of content.
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Manage multiple projects and priorities while maintaining a high standard of quality.
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Ensure consistency, accuracy, and attention to detail across multi-component learning solutions.
Benefits
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Opportunity to apply your editing expertise to a variety of medical education and training projects for leading pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device companies.
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Contribute to meaningful learning solutions alongside a talented, collaborative team.