Senior Medical Editor - Healthcare Marketing

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Medical Editor - Healthcare Marketing based in United States.

As a Senior Medical Editor, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, clarity, consistency, and regulatory compliance of healthcare and pharmaceutical marketing <materials.You> will work across print and digital projects supporting major pharmaceutical and life sciences clients.The role combines meticulous editorial review, medical fact-checking, regulatory awareness, and close collaboration with creative and account <teams.You> will help ensure content follows AMA style, client guidelines, medical/legal/regulatory requirements, and approved creative <briefs.You>’ll work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where accuracy and quality are essential to successful project delivery.The position also offers opportunities to mentor colleagues, shape editorial standards, and contribute to complex medical communications <programs.It> is an ideal opportunity for an experienced healthcare editor who is passionate about science, precision, and high-quality patient- and healthcare-focused communications.

Accountabilities

• Review and edit healthcare and pharmaceutical content for spelling, grammar, punctuation, consistency, tone, accuracy, balance, and adherence to creative briefs.
• Ensure materials follow AMA 11th edition style, client-specific style guides, and applicable medical, legal, and regulatory requirements.
• Fact-check medical and scientific content and verify references to ensure information is accurate, appropriate, and properly supported.
• Participate in the early development stages of projects to establish consistency in content structure, presentation, and editorial direction.
• Collaborate with authors, clinical writers, account teams, production specialists, and other stakeholders to refine content and facilitate efficient project completion.
• Participate in internal project kickoff, startup, and status meetings as the editorial representative.
• Ensure project materials align with each client's MLR submission process and provide editorial support throughout the review and approval cycle.
• Assist with preparation of materials for medical, legal, and regulatory submissions as needed.
• Develop and maintain editorial style guides and standards for cross-functional and departmental use.
• Mentor and train editorial team members and other internal partners on editorial standards, processes, and best practices.
• Support the development of internal, corporate, and other non-client materials when required.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining a consistently high standard of editorial accuracy and quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of editing experience within the healthcare, pharmaceutical, medical communications, or related industry.
• Strong knowledge of AMA 11th edition style and professional medical editing standards.
• Experience editing both print and digital healthcare or pharmaceutical materials.
• Familiarity with medical, legal, and regulatory review processes and requirements.
• Strong medical and scientific fact-checking skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience editing electronic files, including familiarity with Adobe Acrobat Professional.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide clear and constructive editorial feedback.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with writers, account teams, production, and other cross-functional partners.
• Ability to work quickly and manage multiple projects without compromising accuracy or quality.
• Strong organizational skills, flexibility, and the ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced agency environment.
• Experience in advertising, pharmaceutical marketing, medical communications, or medical education is preferred.
• Familiarity with Veeva, Zinc, or other MLR submission platforms is an advantage.
• Knowledge of FDA requirements applicable to pharmaceutical advertising is preferred.

Benefits

• Estimated annual salary range of $70,000–$98,000 USD, with compensation determined based on skills, experience, training, qualifications, location, and business needs.
• Eligibility for a discretionary annual bonus.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings benefits.
• Life insurance and disability benefits.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off, including sick leave and vacation.
• Opportunities for external training, mentorship, and professional development.
• Career advancement opportunities and exposure to cross-functional project teams.
• Opportunity to work on healthcare and pharmaceutical communications supporting innovative treatments and improved patient care.
• Collaborative environment focused on editorial excellence, continuous learning, and professional growth.