Medical Editorial Assistant
- Location:
- Berkshire jobs
- Salary:
- £25,000 plus benefits
- Company:
- Executive Facilities Technology
- Job type:
- Permanent jobs
- Date posted:
- 05/11/2009 15:42
- Job id:
- 45607402
- Contact:
- Chris Lloyd
- Ref:
- Totaljobs/CPL08109
A top Medical Education Agency needs an Editorial Assistant to assist the Medical Writing teams in the implementation of tactical elements of client medical education programmes.
Key job skills;·Proof-reading, styling and copy-editing of word-processed documents.
·Marking up/styling figures and copy prior to typesetting.
·Liaison with internal studio (creative, traditional typesetting, PowerPoint and new media sections) for production of typeset material. To include proof-reading, style, consideration of layout, colour and format issues.
·Liaison with external contacts (e.g., healthcare professionals, clients, congress secretariat, publishers) on behalf of Medical Writers and Editors to settle queries or obtain materials/approvals.
·Tracking progress of projects, providing internal and external updates where necessary.
·Inputting/typesetting PowerPoint slides when necessary.
·Liaison with other Editorial Assistants (EAs), Editors and Senior EAs to optimally manage support staff workload across the division.
·Manage administrative tasks (e.g. collation and copying of data packs, reference ordering, obtaining copyright permissions, maintaining team filing systems).
·Undertake basic information searching.
·Writing projects where appropriate, e.g., biographies, minutes, correspondence etc.
·Perform or assist others in the role of publication co-ordinator where necessary (where publication planning is an element of the client’s medical education programme).
Education and experience required
·Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
·Attention to detail.
·Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks.
·Excellent word-processing skills.
·Good copy-editing skills (grammar, style considerations – familiar with in-house style and client product style preferences).
·Proficiency in the use of common computer software (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and willingness to learn about new systems/other software (e.g. Access, online search facilities, Internet and other databases).
·Willingness to perform a variety of tasks – from simple administrative tasks to more complex projects.
·Scientific/medical background or interest is an advantage.
·Previous publishing company experience is an advantage.
·Previous communications agency or healthcare company experience is an advantage.
Key result areas- To relieve the Medical Writers of areas of their work where minimal medical/scientific input is required, in order to maximise output from the editorial team.
Interested?- Email your CV now!
