Senior Copy Editor (Healthcare Communications, Parsippany, NJ)

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s

EXPERIENCE- REQUIRED/PREFERRED

2 years

Editorial experience in a pharma agency environment Required

Prior launch experience - Preferred

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

 Proofreading

Can assist with proofreading assignments

Style Guidelines

Demonstrates knowledge of AMA guidelines

COMPETENCIES

Detail Orientation

Acute attention to detail, with an emphasis on consistency and continuity.

Autonomy

Ability to perform all jobs in an efficient manner with little to no assistance from others

Accountability

Demonstrates and communicates a high level of ownership and commitment to achieving result; Takes responsibility for one's own actions and decisions, and their consequences

Collaboration

Ability to work effectively in a team environment to build and foster collaborative environment

Communication

Is attentive and shows interest in the subject; Expresses ideas clearly and accurately

Efficiency

Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast paced environment.

Flexibility

Possesses openness to different and new ways of doing things, in a variety or situations, and with variety of individuals or groups; Readily modifies, responds to, and integrates change with minimal personal resistance

Grammar

Strong grammar skills

Forward Thinking

Able to “connect the dots” and escalate issues when necessary.

Interpersonal Skills

Is able to establish and maintain rapport and build relationships with another

Time Management

Carefully plans ahead to ensure tasks are undertaken and time is used efficiently