Editorial Assistant

EMJ•Miami, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

AMJ is seeking an enthusiastic Editorial Assistant to create and commission content for our journals. This role offers a unique opportunity for those starting or advancing an editorial career within a dynamic organisation. The ideal candidate will have a background in life sciences and a passion for content editing. This is a role with a diverse set of duties, including journal management, content commissioning and peer review.

Requirements

Biomedical Science or Life Science degree
Excellent writing and English language skills
Strong IT Skills – MS (Excel and Word)
Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
Enthusiastic and dedicated team player
Ability to learn quickly and manage/prioritise a high-volume workload linked to tight deadlines
Excellent attention to detail and ability to take instruction
Adheres to company quality standards
Passionate about medical publishing
Driven and ambitious individual who has a ‘Gold Medal Winner’ mindset

Responsibilities

Manage journal pipelines by ensuring timely processing and publication of content, in-line with the publishing schedule
Use research skills and medical knowledge to assist in commissioning journal content
Write journal & newsletter content, including congress reports, interview questions, and news stories
Oversee the peer review process to help determine the suitability of articles for publication
Maintain and develop relationships with Editorial Board members and other contributors
Attend congresses (physical or virtual) across different clinical areas to ensure appropriate reporting around congress key highlights
Commission and organise webinars and podcasts by working alongside experts in the field, acting as guest liaison
Produce different formats of content by script writing and audio-visual editing
Work closely with our Design and Marketing departments to ensure a smooth publication process