Medical Editor

As a Medical Editor at PrecisionAQ, your primary responsibilities include leading the editorial work for assigned accounts. This entails medical editing, fact-checking, and the preparation of submissions for pharmaceutical marketing materials. You'll also be reviewing materials for grammatical accuracy, regulatory compliance, and adherence to style guides.

To apply for the Medical Editor role at PrecisionAQ, you need a Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, or a related field. Additionally, a minimum of 3 years of editing experience in the healthcare or pharmaceutical industry is required, along with familiarity with AMA style and MLR reviews.

The Medical Editor plays a vital role at PrecisionAQ by ensuring that all promotional materials meet accuracy and fair balance requirements. By conducting thorough fact-checks and edits, you help ensure that the content is not only compliant with industry regulations but also resonates well with the intended audience.

Essential skills for a Medical Editor at PrecisionAQ include a strong command of the English language, attention to detail, and proficiency in both Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat. Additionally, an understanding of the FDA's pharmaceutical advertising requirements and the ability to prioritize multiple projects effectively are crucial.

At PrecisionAQ, the work culture for a Medical Editor is collaborative, supportive, and driven by a sense of purpose. We value wecentricity, which fosters an environment where your contributions are appreciated, and creativity is encouraged, making it an enriching place to grow in your editing career.

It’s important to outline a structured yet flexible editing process. You might start with a thorough read-through to grasp the context, followed by checking for grammar and style compliance. Employing a checklist for factual accuracy and regulatory adherence can also be beneficial. Highlight your attention to detail and how you manage to meet deadlines!

Handling tight deadlines requires excellent time management skills. Discuss prioritizing tasks based on urgency and complexity, spreading out your workload, and communicating effectively with the team to ensure that deadlines are met without compromising on quality.

Share your familiarity with the AMA style guide, highlighting specific projects where you've successfully implemented it. Discuss how adhering to this style has improved the clarity and professionalism of the materials you've edited, showcasing your commitment to precision.

Choose a project where you faced specific challenges, such as complex medical jargon or conflicting feedback from stakeholders. Emphasize your problem-solving skills and how you navigated through the challenges while maintaining high-quality standards and meeting deadlines.

Discuss the strategies you employ to stay updated on FDA regulations and how you incorporate these when reviewing promotional materials. Emphasize your attention to potential legal issues and your knowledge of compliance best practices.

Provide examples showcasing your teamwork skills, such as involving stakeholders in the editing process or collaborating with other departments to ensure cohesive messaging. Highlight how this collaboration enhanced the project's outcome.

Discuss your proficiency with editing software, spell checkers, and project management tools. Explain how these tools enhance your workflow and contribute to efficient and accurate editing.

Highlight your receptiveness to constructive criticism. Share instances where you’ve successfully incorporated feedback into your edits, maintaining professionalism and ensuring satisfying results for all parties involved.

Focus on your passion for healthcare and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that impact lives positively. Discuss the company culture of collaboration and creativity that aligns with your professional values and goals.

Mention your proactive approach in reading industry publications, attending professional seminars, or following relevant online communities. Explain how staying informed enhances the quality of your work and benefits your team.