Copy Editor

Job Description Summary

To achieve excellence in scientific communication by performing copy editing and providing relevant operational support in delivering scientific communication needs (publication and medical education) with high quality.

Job Description

Location – Hyderabad #LI Hybrid ​

Major Responsibilities:

• Responsible for independently performing copy editing (with high quality) of complex scientific communication deliverables. Monitors quality of copy editing performed by internal/external copy editors.  

• Works in close collaboration with Scientific Writers and scientific communication lead (SciComm) to understand scope of work and help in project planning to ensure timely delivery of copy editing with high quality.  

• Accountable for implementing deliverable-specific internal or external style guidelines (AMA Manual of Style, internal brand-specific templates) reference management, copy editing, language editing, and proofreading of scientific communication deliverables.  

• Establishes strong collaboration with the Scientific Writers, Team Leads, and LT to develop plan for improving the quality of deliverables by identifying gaps and conducting trainings for Scientific Writers  

• Complies with Novartis and MedComms specifications, project management standards, and policies.  

Minimum Requirements:

Education 

Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Life Science or Pharmacy 

Master’s degree in Life Science or Pharmacy preferred 

Experience Required 

3 to 6 years of experience in performing copy editing on pharmaceutical deliverables (publication and medical education assets) 

Skills/Qualifications  

Proficiency in AMA Manual of Style, 11th Edition  

Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills   

Quality mindset and eye for detail. Understanding of various publication guidelines and regulatory environment  

Excellent knowledge of medical and scientific terminologies 

Good understanding of MS Office applications  

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Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:  
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Skills Desired

Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Curiosity, Databases, Drug Development, Job Description, Lifesciences, Medical Communication, Medical Information, Medical Writing, Military Intelligence, Patient Care, Physics, Technical Support

Experience Level

Senior Level