Editor

Overview / About us:

We do this through strategic and complimentary areas of focus: Strategy Consulting & Insights, Value, Access, & Outcomes, Medical Strategy & Communications, and Real-World Evidence.

Responsibilities / Position overview:

• Ensures the overall editorial accuracy and quality of all written material with respect to style, consistency, grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Communicates effectively with Medical Colleagues, Account Service Colleagues, and the Creative department to ensure quality/editorial accuracy of work
• Understands and applies principles of good publication practice
• Performs the appropriate level of edit as directed by the Medical Colleagues (neither “overedits” nor “underedits”)
• Meets project deadlines without compromising editorial quality
• Effectively manages multiple projects when necessary
• Assists Medical Writers in entering corrections to manuscripts when appropriate
• Communicates with team members on deadlines when appropriate
• Keeps track of any client style directives and ensures that subsequent pieces follow this style
• Assists Publication Technology Manager in keeping EndNote entries accurate and up-to-date
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Flexible, deadline oriented, and able to work as part of a multifunctional team
• Maintains a professional attitude, even in challenging situations
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to adjust quickly to changing priorities
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
• Ability to perform editing in a variety of therapeutic areas
• Excellent working knowledge of good publication practices and industry guidelines
• Ability to quickly and amicably respond to changing client needs and conditions
• Ability to evaluate, interpret, and analyze both written and verbal communications
• Maintains a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters teamwork
• Understands and complies with policies and procedures as outlined in the Lumanity Corporate Handbook

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in English
• 1-3 years of editorial experience

Benefits:

We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that focuses on what matters to you – health and well-being, personal finances, professional development, and a healthy work/life balance:

• Competitive salary plus bonus scheme
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Flexible paid time off program + 10 paid holidays
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care
• Health savings account option with employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Company-paid life insurance coverage at 1.5x annual salary
• Paid parental leave and more