Medstar
Medical Editor
Medstar, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
General Summary of Position
We are actively recruiting for a Medical Editor to join MedStar Health Research Institute in Washington, DC.
Serves as Medical Editor through the coordination of the review and publication of articles for major medical journals. Responsible for all aspects of informational content and timely management of manuscript submissions, while managing all interactions between authors, editors, and the publisher.
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\rPrimary Duties and ResponsibilitiesReceives manuscripts from senior level scientists and physicians, reviews their content, and submits them accordingly to the appropriate reviewer.Acts as primary liaison to all submitting authors, including all written and verbal communication. Notifies authors of receipt, as well as publication acceptance or rejection.Maintains correspondence with journal Editor in Chief, Deputy Editors, Associate Editors, and members of the Editorial Board.Prepares announcements, Calls for papers, Information for Authors, Editorial Notes, grant proposals, and e-mail blasts pertaining to new journal information.Assists Editor in Chief in assessing range of journal content, and inviting submission of articles to enhance broader scope of journal..Reviews monthly `order of makeup' of the all articles and special features of the journal with the Editor in Chief and submits to the Publisher.
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\rMinimum QualificationsEducation
Bachelor's degree requiredBusiness Administration concentration preferred
\rExperience
3-4 years of editorial experience, preferably in a medical environment required
\rLicenses and Certifications
No special certification, registration or licensure required.
\rKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to exercise independent judgment. Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to effectively interact with all levels of management, internal departments and external agencies. Working knowledge of various computer software applications.
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This position has a hiring range of $70,428 - $124,467\r
We are actively recruiting for a Medical Editor to join MedStar Health Research Institute in Washington, DC.
Serves as Medical Editor through the coordination of the review and publication of articles for major medical journals. Responsible for all aspects of informational content and timely management of manuscript submissions, while managing all interactions between authors, editors, and the publisher.
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\rPrimary Duties and ResponsibilitiesReceives manuscripts from senior level scientists and physicians, reviews their content, and submits them accordingly to the appropriate reviewer.Acts as primary liaison to all submitting authors, including all written and verbal communication. Notifies authors of receipt, as well as publication acceptance or rejection.Maintains correspondence with journal Editor in Chief, Deputy Editors, Associate Editors, and members of the Editorial Board.Prepares announcements, Calls for papers, Information for Authors, Editorial Notes, grant proposals, and e-mail blasts pertaining to new journal information.Assists Editor in Chief in assessing range of journal content, and inviting submission of articles to enhance broader scope of journal..Reviews monthly `order of makeup' of the all articles and special features of the journal with the Editor in Chief and submits to the Publisher.
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\rMinimum QualificationsEducation
Bachelor's degree requiredBusiness Administration concentration preferred
\rExperience
3-4 years of editorial experience, preferably in a medical environment required
\rLicenses and Certifications
No special certification, registration or licensure required.
\rKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to exercise independent judgment. Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to effectively interact with all levels of management, internal departments and external agencies. Working knowledge of various computer software applications.
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This position has a hiring range of $70,428 - $124,467\r