ProEd COMMUNICATIONS, INC.� a full service, scientific and medical communications organization
dedicated to meeting the special needs of the health care and pharmaceutical industry by
integrating and delivering comprehensive scientific, clinical, and educational services is
seeking an Editor for our Beachwood, Ohio office.
Responsibilities of the Editorial position will include but are not limited to
copy editing (grammar, spelling, mechanics, usage, punctuation), style editing (adherence to
journal submission guidelines, AMA Manual of Style, CBE Scientific Style and Format, APA
Publication Manual, etc.), data verification (fact checking versus source material, verifying
basic mathematical calculations, etc.), proofreading (copy mark-up, page layouts,
bluelines/galley proofs), and word processing/data entry. Must be familiar with standard
editor�s/proofreader�s mark-up symbols, have a keen eye for detail, a facility with the English
language, a familiarity with medical terminology, and employ good word processing skills.
Additional responsibilities may include copy writing.
Competencies, Skills and Education
Minimum of Bachelor�s degree in English, in journalism, or in science (with proficiency in
English)
Minimum of 3 years� prior professional editing experience, preferably in the scientific,medical
or, pharmaceutical field
Excellent editorial, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
Must be proficient with Microsoft Windows platform and MS Office Suite (familiarity with
MEDLINE/PubMed a plus)
Enrollment in Core Curriculum or Advanced Curriculum program of the American Medical Writers
Association or comparable professional program preferred
Candidates will complete editorial exercises
Please submit cover letter and resume in a WORD document format.
ProEd is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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