Medical Copy Editor

Our Purpose:

Science & Purpose is a full-service agency dedicated to bringing deeper meaning to science. We were launched from Patients & Purpose in 2021—built on a passion for patient health with a unified focus on both patient and HCP communications. We work to create a deeper understanding of science, deeper connections with brands, and ultimately, a deeper impact on health outcomes for all.

Who We’re Looking For:

We are building an inclusive culture of solution seekers, collaborators, and creators—all of whom possess an entrepreneurial spirit and curiosity. We are excited to shape the future of Science & Purpose with individuals who are energized by possibility and opportunity, and equally obsessed with having a core role in bringing the power of science to more patients and HCPs.

Overview:

The Medical Copy Editor will serve as a lead editor for at least one brand and backup editor on other brands. Medical Copy Editors will be well versed in the science of their brands and that of the competitors, the client’s style, and AMA style. Medical Copy Editors are expected to model the four core values of substance, style, conviction, and grace. With an eye for detail, Medical Copy Editors will work with their team to ensure that the highest quality of work is being produced.

Responsibilities:

• Lead copy editor on at least one brand, and backup on other brands
• Copyedit, fact-check, and proofread a variety of promotional and educational materials for physicians, other healthcare professionals, and patients from manuscript through print or digital production
• Work closely with Account Services, Copywriters, Art Directors, and other team members to ensure that print and digital materials are of the highest quality in terms of accuracy, utility, clarity, readability, and appeal
• Help Copywriters and Account team with research and article retrieval
• Create and maintain brand style guides
  
  
  

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience copyediting in a pharmaceutical advertising agency, in-house agency, or medical publishing company preferred. Will consider candidates with copyediting experience in other fields
• Working knowledge of AMA Manual of Style, 10th edition required
• Experience using Adobe Acrobat to copyedit is a plus
  
  
  

The things that make this opportunity special include:

• We develop our people. We have a strong track record of training people with little or no pharma experience who go on to have long and successful careers .
• We work together . Yes, we work hard to meet challenging deadlines. But our department shares work as a team and supports each other so nobody is left on their own.
• We care about patients . Our mission is to provide patients with the information they need in a way they can understand. If you’re passionate about giving patients a voice, we’re the place to make that happen.
• We’re part of the brand team . At some agencies, Editorial is a support service that picks up work on a taxi - rank basis. At Science & Purpose, you have the chance to develop your voice as a valuable member of your brand team.
• We get technology . We’re dedicated to finding the best ways to communicate, and we’ve pioneered industry firsts in web design, social media, and other emerging technologies.
  
  
  

The range below represents the low and high end of the base salary someone in this role may earn as an employee of an Omnicom Health Group company in the United States. Salaries will vary based on various factors including but not limited to professional and academic experience, training, associated responsibilities, and other business and organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Salary decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each hire.

• $50,500 - $65,500
  
  
  

Omnicom Health Group is committed to hiring and developing exceptional talent. We agree that talent is equally distributed, and we’re focused on developing diverse teams that can bring the best solutions to everything we do. We strongly believe that celebrating what makes us different makes us better together. Join us—we look forward to getting to know you.