What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Medical Editor position at Cella?
Location : North Chicago, IllinoisJob Type : ContractCompensation Range : $45 - 50 per hourWe’re seeking a detail-oriented Senior Medical Editor to review pharmaceutical marketing, health education, and corporate materials for accuracy and clarity. You’ll ensure compliance with industry standards, FDA regulations, and brand guidelines, while collaborating with cross-functional teams. This role involves fact-checking medical claims, managing project submissions, and providing editorial leadership throughout the project lifecycle.Responsibilities :
Proofreads and edits pharmaceutical marketing, health education, and corporate materials for spelling, punctuation, and grammar errors; format / style inconsistencies; and sense and clarity.
Aligns projects with brand standards and corporate style.
Ensures projects comply with applicable industry and FDA regulations.
Verifies Medical / Regulatory / Legal feedback has been properly implemented.
Notates and communicates any edits and content queries in a clear, concise manner.
Fact checks medical claims against published sources and creates annotated reference documents.
Assists with project submissions using Veeva Vault PromoMats platform.
Collaborates with cross-functional colleagues to deliver targeted, high-quality work.
Attends kickoff, status, and other job-related meetings.
Provides editorial leadership for assigned accounts, taking ownership and overseeing projects from concept to completion.
Qualifications :
Exceptional medical proofreading and editing skills, including content referencing.
Command of AMA 11th edition style.
Experience fact checking and annotating medical claims.
Experience submitting projects via Veeva Vault PromoMats a definite plus.
Familiarity with FDA regulations for promotion of prescription drugs.
Fluency in review of digital / interactive / tablet and print tactics targeted toward a variety of audiences, including medical professional, consumer, and corporate.
Relentless attention to detail, but able to look at a project, or series of projects, holistically.
Ability to review for language (spelling, grammar, consistency) and design (colors, formatting, spacing, line wraps, etc.)
Strong time management skills; able to work quickly without sacrificing accuracy.
Proactive and able to prioritize, research, and problem-solve without guidance.
Approachable demeanor; positive attitude; collaborative, diplomatic communication style.
Proficient in Adobe Acrobat Professional and Microsoft Word.
3-5 years of pharmaceutical advertising editing experience.
JobID : 1078409#LI-Cella#LI-MM9Equal Opportunity Employer : Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
Salary : $45 - $50
