Editor - Fixed Term Contract

Overview / About us:

Lumanity is dedicated to improving patient health by accelerating and optimizing access to medical advances.  We partner with life sciences companies around the world to generate evidence to demonstrate the value of their product, translate the science and data into compelling product narratives, and enable commercial decisions that position these products for success in the market. We do this through strategic and complimentary areas of focus: Strategy Consulting & Insights, Value, Access, & Outcomes, Medical Strategy & Communications, and Real-World Evidence.

The Copy Editor ensures the editorial accuracy and quality of company deliverables.

• Ensures the overall editorial accuracy and quality of all written material with respect to style, consistency, grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Communicates effectively with Medical Colleagues, Account Service Colleagues, and the Creative department to ensure quality/editorial accuracy of work
• Understands and applies principles of good publication practice
• Performs the appropriate level of edit as directed by the Medical Colleagues (neither “overedits” nor “underedits”)
• Meets project deadlines without compromising editorial quality
• Effectively manages multiple projects when necessary
• Assists Medical Writers in entering corrections to manuscripts when appropriate
• Communicates with team members on deadlines when appropriate
• Keeps track of any client style directives and ensures that subsequent pieces follow this style
• Assists Publication Technology Manager in keeping EndNote entries accurate and up-to-date
• Other duties as assigned

• Flexible, deadline oriented, and able to work as part of a multifunctional team
• Maintains a professional attitude, even in challenging situations
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to adjust quickly to changing priorities
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
• Ability to perform editing in a variety of therapeutic areas
• Excellent working knowledge of good publication practices and industry guidelines
• Ability to quickly and amicably respond to changing client needs and conditions
• Ability to evaluate, interpret, and analyze both written and verbal communications
• Maintains a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters teamwork
• Understands and complies with policies and procedures as outlined in the Lumanity Corporate Handbook

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in English
• 1-3 years of editorial experience

We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that focuses on what matters to you – health and well-being, personal finances, professional development, and a healthy work/life balance:

• Competitive salary plus bonus scheme
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Flexible paid time off program + 10 paid holidays
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care
• Health savings account option with employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Company-paid life insurance coverage at 1.5x annual salary
• Paid parental leave and more