Medical Editor/Proofreader (FREELANCE) Job at Xavier Creative House in Philadelp

THE PERSON
Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for ensuring the accuracy, clarity, and compliance of promotional content? Do you have an in-depth understanding of pharmaceutical marketing and mastery of English grammar and AMA style? If you are well-versed in scientific and medical concepts and excel in a fast-paced environment, we want to talk to you!

Our ideal Medical Editor/Proofreader is:

Accuracy-Focused: You ensure all materials are consistent and adhere to established grammar, punctuation, spelling rules, and AMA, client, and house style guidelines

Detail-Oriented: You have a keen eye for detail, verifying alignment with approved content, format, and spacing consistency between copy and graphics

Knowledgeable: You stay familiar with FDA, EU, and relevant guidelines and industry standards to ensure documents meet or exceed sponsor and regulatory requirements

Collaborative Team Player: You work seamlessly with the team to incorporate client and medical-legal review feedback, addressing required revisions

Effective Communicator: You possess strong communication skills, both written and oral, ensuring clarity and precision in all editorial work

RESPONSIBILITIES

The job responsibilities of our Medical Editor/Proofreader include, but are not limited to:

Editorial and Proofreading:

• Copy, edit, and fact-check materials to ensure consistency and adherence to established grammar, punctuation, spelling rules, and AMA, client, and house style guidelines
• Proofread materials to verify alignment with approved content, format, and spacing consistency between copy and graphics
• Identify copyrighted material requiring permission for reproduction and process permission requests when necessary

Regulatory Compliance:

• Stay familiar with FDA, EU, and relevant guidelines and industry standards to ensure documents meet or exceed sponsor and regulatory requirements
• Must be familiar with the creation and/or review of medical reference annotations and submission packages

Project Management:

• Utilize company project management and communication software effectively
• Attend kickoff, status, and other job-related meeting

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Understanding of pharmaceutical marketing and proficiency in English grammar, punctuation, and AMA style
• Strong knowledge of scientific and medical concepts, vital for maintaining content accuracy
• Effective communication skills, both written and oral
• Detail-oriented with strong copyediting and data integrity review abilities
• Familiarity with the AMA style guide
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
• Strong time management skills with a focus on prioritization and organization to meet deadlines

Preferred:

• Knowledge of FDA and EU requirements, ICH regulations, and ISO standards as applicable to regulatory documents
• Bachelor's degree in English, Life Sciences, or Clinical Sciences
• 7+ years of professional copyediting experience, with a proven track record of maintaining content quality and adherence to regulatory standards

WORK ENVIRONMENT
This is a fully remote freelance position. The role demands extended periods of sitting, frequent computer use, and the ability to participate in virtual meetings requiring clear speech and hearing. Candidates must manage a quiet, ergonomic workspace with reliable internet access.

THE COMPANY - XAVIER CREATIVE HOUSE (XCH)
Founded in 2013, Xavier Creative House is a trailblazing agency dedicated to revolutionizing healthcare marketing. We see the market through a different lens, creating bold and evocative solutions tailored to real industry needs. At XCH, we don't just follow trends; we set them, driving impactful change and making a tangible difference in the healthcare landscape.

WHY XAVIER CREATIVE HOUSE?
Xavier Creative House is powered by an exceptional team of passionate and innovative professionals. We believe in the magic of collaboration and the impact of bold, creative solutions. Joining our team means being part of a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued and your ideas can flourish. Our ideal Pharmaceutical Copywriter will embody our core values, leveraging their skills to drive success and growth for both our clients and our agency. If you are ready to embrace challenges, deliver outstanding results, and contribute to a legacy of transformative healthcare marketing, Xavier Creative House is the place for you.

Please note that all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. This may include, but is not limited to, verification of education, employment history, and criminal records. The nature and extent of these checks will be determined based on the position for which you are applying and will comply with applicable laws and regulations.