Technical Editor Associate

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Location

United States

Posted

1 day ago

Salary

$24 - $28 / hour

Bachelor Degree1 yr expExperience acceptedEnglish

Job Description

• Perform full-read copyediting of scientific peer review documents for grammar, punctuation, spelling, capitalization, formatting, and consistency • Apply AMA-based style guidance and program-specific editorial instructions accurately and consistently • Use sound editorial judgment to make minimal, rule-based edits while preserving reviewer voice, scientific meaning, and intended meaning • Recognize when an issue falls outside editorial scope and flag or query it appropriately rather than rewriting beyond purview • Verify limited factual elements against source materials when instructed, following established editorial guidance • Use Microsoft Word Track Changes and comment bubbles to edit transparently and communicate issues clearly to downstream teams • Work within a structured, high-volume workflow that requires sustained focus, careful attention to detail, and consistent follow-through • Receive and apply editorial feedback across assignments to strengthen consistency and adherence to team standards • Communicate professionally and collaborate effectively within a fully remote editorial team supporting federally funded biomedical research programs.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, a science-related field, or a related discipline; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
  • At least 1 year of relevant editing experience, or an appropriate combination of editing experience and education
  • Strong copyediting skills in grammar, punctuation, spelling, capitalization, and consistency
  • Familiarity with the AMA Manual of Style
  • Demonstrated ability to follow detailed style guidance and program-specific instructions with accuracy
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365, particularly Word and Outlook
  • Experience using Track Changes and comment-based workflows in Word
  • Strong written communication skills, including the ability to write clear and concise editorial queries and comments
  • Ability to maintain concentration and accuracy across full document reads of dense or repetitive material
  • Ability to manage time reliably and work within target levels of effort without sacrificing editorial quality.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
  • 401K with company match
  • Paid time off (including vacation, sick, personal days, holidays)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Military leave
  • Bereavement leave
  • Jury duty leave
  • Flexible work week options

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