Medical Editor

About VML Health:  

VML HEALTH is a global healthcare agency that partners with healthcare clients across a broad definition of health, from high science to wellness and everything in between. It operates fluidly within the VML agency, as a core group of health specialists (a ‘vertical’) that has the benefit of autonomy in management, but with support of non-health expertise.  

At the heart of health is the story of life – all the highs and lows, ambitions, and possibilities. But facing a health challenge can suddenly pull people away from these stories, knocking them off course. 

Our purpose is to bridge this gap, bringing people closer to life and all its meaning. We gain a deeper understanding of Healthcare Professionals’ and patients’ needs, behaviors and lived experiences through what we call ‘radical empathy’. 

VML Health creates connected brands that get to the heart, bringing people closer to the lives they want to live.  Get to the heart. Connect for life. 

International Meetings and Science (IMsci), a division of VML Health, works with companies to build world-class healthcare and pharmaceutical brands among medical professionals and consumers, with a transmedia storytelling approach that covers medical education strategies. 

What we're looking for:

We are seeking a Medical Editor to join our team. As a Medical Editor, you will manage all editorial requirements of assigned projects and ensure the accuracy and integrity of all jobs you work on. You will follow internal processes, AMA requirements, and client-specific style to ensure pieces are of the highest editorial quality.

What you'll do:

• Copy edit and proofread various types of medical communication materials for syntax/grammar, spelling, consistency, and AMA and client-mandated style.
• Ensure work is delivered consistent with set deadlines.
• Work collaboratively with the science team to ensure all content is factually accurate and well supported with credible proof sources.
• Alert the Managing Editor, Scientific Director, and/or Account Director of any significant issues.
• Help maintain brand style guides for editorial use.
• Follow all internal processes and suggest modifications as needs arise.

What you'll need:

• Previous experience (1-3 years) at a medical communications agency or related industry preferred, but will consider strong candidates without medical communication experience
• Strong oral and written communication skills and expert knowledge of AMA style
• Well-organized and able to work calmly and efficiently under pressure
• Flexibility to work late/weekends when required
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat
• Comfortable with learning new technologies

What we offer: 

• Passionate, driven people | We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.
• Consciously cultivated culture | We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.
• Competitive benefits | What we offer full time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.
• Growth-minded opportunities | We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.

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