Summary

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Editor with a life science background, to join one of the International leaders in Medical Communications.

Job Description


The Company

A leading Medical Communications Agency, working with large Pharmaceutical companies in a wide range of therapeutic areas, including infertility, metabolic disorders, cardiovascular and genetic diseases. They pride themselves on their staff development and training strategies, and are looking for a highly motivated Editor who can demonstrate creativity, versatility, and a genuine willingness to learn and take control of any task.

The Role

It is the responsibility of the Medical Editor to take publications from an approved manuscript through to completion, for a variety of different projects. Working within a wide range of media, including traditional print-based publications, websites and audio-visual presentations, the core responsibilities of the Medical Editor are to:

• Edit the initial manuscripts
• Liaise with designers and clients to generate an approved design for the publication
• Proofread and check typeset pages for accuracy, layout and consistency
• Gain extensive knowledge and experience of production processes, including four-colour publications
• Work closely with writers, typesetters and printers, visiting external partners as necessary to approve press jobs
• Manage several projects at any one time
• Commission freelance editors when necessary, and manage their work quality / quantity
• Edit electronic media and PowerPoint slides, and submit online journals
• Project completion management, costing, and new business identification


Benefits

• BUPA private healthcare cover
• 25 days holiday per year increasing to 27 days after long service
• Company pension scheme
• Personal Development Plans and training
• Profit-related pay scheme
• Life assurance and permanent health insurance
• Childcare vouchers

Experience

The successful candidate will have at least a degree (or equivalent experience / education) in a life science, together with editorial experience within a medical communications agency or publishing house.

With excellent attention to detail, you should be able to write clearly and creatively, and strong grammar is essential. You must be proactive in tracking projects and chasing comments from clients, authors or speakers, and there will be a strong emphasis on building rapport with clients and key opinion leaders (KOLs), in a positive and enthusiastic manner.

Keywords

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Steve Twinley  Telephone: 01403 216216

SLS Services Limited
2nd Floor,
7-8 Sterling Buildings,
The Carfax,
Horsham,
RH12 1DR