Cadent, powered by Syneos Health · 9 hours ago
Freelance Managing Editor
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$65/hr - $75/hr
3+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Perform all editorial reviews (ie, initial full-edit through release), including copy edits, W4Ws, check changes, and does a final read at designated times in the job life cycle
Review for content, grammar, and spelling as well as for AMA or client style and consistency within the piece and among related projects
Research permissions for reuse of copyrighted material in Cadent projects (both NCCN Guidelines and Copyright Clearance)
Attend status and kickoff meetings for assigned accounts
Ensure the quality of format and visual quality of layout
Create and maintain comprehensive style guides for all assigned accounts
Establish solid working relationships with all internal teams and editorial colleagues
Accurately track time spent on each job and enters in time-tracking system on a daily basis
Assist as a training/mentoring resource for freelance or newer employees
Promote collaborative approach among team members by taking the initiative in establishing and maintaining the flow of communications
Qualification
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Required
Bachelor’s degree in English or related field
3-5 years’ experience in medical communications
Proficient in AMA style and following detailed style guides
Proficient in basic grammar and spelling rules
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (ie, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)
Skilled in editing digitally using software such as Adobe Acrobat Pro markup tools and track changes in Microsoft Word
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and prioritize tasks
Excellent organizational, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to interact with internal team members
Willingness to assume a mentoring role within the Editorial department
Preferred
5-8 years’ experience in medical communications
Master’s degree in a related field and/or related certification (eg, ELS, CMPP)
Benefits
401k match
Paid time off
Benefits through provisions in the Affordable Care Act or State-specific requirements
Company
Cadent, powered by Syneos Health
Cadent, powered by Syneos Health, was established in 1996 with the mission of providing high science medical strategy and delivery to pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase
