Senior Editor (Pharma)

CG Life

6d•$70,000 - $85,000

About The Position

We’re looking for a Senior Editor to be the brand‑level owner of editorial quality for assigned accounts. You’ll execute meticulous copy and line‑editing, fact‑checking, and QC across digital and print deliverables while partnering closely with Copy, Design, Medical/Scientific, and Project Management. Success in this role means error‑free files, smooth and timely workflow cycles, and dependable collaboration that helps creative ideas land clearly and compliantly.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or related field; advanced degree or relevant life‑science background a plus.
3-5+ years of healthcare or pharmaceutical editing experience within an agency or medical communications environment.
Proficiency with AMA Manual of Style (current edition); familiarity with AP style and FDA promotional guidance; strong MLR/PRC submission experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and Adobe Acrobat Pro; familiarity with workflow/annotation tools.
Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Must demonstrate meticulous quality control and editorial mastery of scientific and marketing content, including AMA style.
Must have proven history of successful cross‑functional collaboration as a trusted partner.
Must demonstrate ability to work flexibly and independently managing multiple workstreams, tight deadlines, and evolving feedback with multiple stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

advanced degree or relevant life‑science background a plus.

Responsibilities

Edit and proof a range of deliverables (e.g., healthcare websites, banners, email, brochures, social, video scripts, sales aids) for grammar, usage, clarity, flow, and brand voice.
Ensure substantive integrity of content through reference verification and optimal word and style choice.
Verify reference citations; ensure accurate citation formatting and alignment with source data.
Perform final mechanical checks (layout, typography, legal lines, ISI, link accuracy) before release.
Validate content accuracy and completeness through multiple rounds of iterations and changing formats (ie. From manuscript to layout, etc.), inclusive of ensuring editorial feedback is addressed and content changes are editorially reviewed.
Create and maintain working style guides, terminology lists, and proofreading checklists; coach teammates on usage.
Maintain awareness of client/brand specific medical/regulatory/legal requirements and fair-balance expectations via up-to-date style guides.
Consistently apply and uphold established editorial standards, style guides and best practices.
Contribute to process, tools and documentation improvements to streamline quality control.
Participate in kickoffs, creative reviews, and status meetings; communicate risks, dependencies, and timeline impacts.
Provide clear editorial feedback to writers and designers to strengthen clarity and cohesion.
Other duties as assigned.