Radiological Society of North America is hiring: Manuscript Editor I in Oak Broo

What we're looking for: We are seeking a motivated professional responsible for producing timely, high-quality editorial content (text and images) and ancillary content for Radiology and other journals produced by RSNA.

This job might be for you if you're interested in:

• A welcoming environment that gives you an opportunity to impact patient care
• Excellent work-life balance through flexible time off and family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave
• Training and professional development opportunities
• A competitive compensation package that includes generous retirement and health benefits
• A hybrid and remote working environment

What you'll do:

1. Copyedit manuscripts accepted for publication in RSNA journals to be produced online, under direct supervision; ensures clarity, consistency, readability, and precision while maintaining conformity to RSNA journal style and AMA style
2. During the required training period, meet regularly with supervisor or trainer to receive and incorporate feedback on all assigned manuscripts
3. Use resources to research and resolve copyediting questions
4. Participate in team meetings and other departmental meetings as required
5. Monitor the progress of assigned manuscripts through publication stages and keep accurate personal records; maintain production schedules
6. Proofread text and tabular material and perform quality control on images as necessary
7. Work with authors, supervisor, Assistant Managing Editor, Managing Editor, production staff, and occasionally vendors on alterations
8. Communicate regularly with manuscript editors and work with online journal and production personnel to ensure timely processing of journal materials
9. Work on other publishing projects as assigned by supervisor

What you'll need:

• Minimum of 2 years prior experience copyediting required, preferably for a medical publication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required
• Ability to master editing and proofreading software and online tools (eg, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe InCopy)
• Comfort with biomedical terminology and concepts
• Strong decision-making skills and problem-solving skills
• Track record of meeting deadlines
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Experience working with distributed or hybrid teams

Note: Applicants with significant editorial experience are encouraged to apply and will potentially be considered for a Manuscript Editor II position.

While some roles may require proximity to our Oak Brook, IL office, roles based outside of our Oak Brook, IL office can sit in any of the following states: AZ, CA, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, NC, NY, OH, OR, TX, VA, VT, WA, WI and Washington, D.C. Please only apply if you are able to live and work full-time in one of the states listed above. State locations and specifics are subject to change as our hiring requirements shift. All salaried ranges are standardized nationwide and will not vary by region.

The Radiological Society of North America is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. RSNA is committed to hiring and employing qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, sexual orientation, unfavorable military discharge, ancestry, order of protection status, pregnancy, or any other legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions at RSNA are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.