Lead scientific editor

4 days ago

Bengaluru Hyderabad Pune, India Primus Global Technologies Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

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You will be responsible for:

Team Management & Coordination

• Lead a team of 12 scientific editors, ensuring smooth execution of editorial tasks.

• Plan and allocate daily tasks using a task tracker; monitor resource utilization.

• Conduct daily team huddles to address challenges and provide support.

• Set performance goals, conduct appraisal reviews, and identify training needs.

Editorial Oversight & Quality Assurance

• Guide the team on client-specific requirements and quality standards for copyediting.

• Review content for writing quality, scientific accuracy, and client-appropriate style.

• Standardize proofreading and editing processes across deliverables.

• Communicate quality concerns from onshore editors to the reporting manager.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Attend client meetings to support project planning and execution.

• Serve as the point of contact for client communications with the offshore team.

• Lead monthly copy editor meetings with clients, sharing feedback and concerns.

• Support client-specific projects and provide timely data to project managers.

Training & Development

• Create and implement training plans for new hires, ensuring timely completion.

• Train associates on client brands, deliverables, and editorial processes.

• Identify skill gaps and provide remedial training as needed.

• Participate in On The Job Training (OJT) sessions and mentor campus hires.

Operational Support

• Notify the team of process changes and send timely reminders for required actions.

• Assist team members in stakeholder communication via email or preferred channels.

• Evaluate editor tests and provide feedback to the reporting manager.

• Proofread and review documents outside regular materials as per client requests.

• Act as a backup offshore editor during client launches.

Your impact:

About you:

• Masters degree in Life Sciences, English, Communications, or related field.

• 7+ years of experience in scientific editing or medical writing, with at least 2 years in a lead role.

• Strong understanding of scientific terminology and editorial standards.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

• Proficiency in editorial tools and platforms (e.g., Veeva, MS Office).

Must have:

• Excellent written and spoken English skills

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat

• Familiarity with AMA Manual of Style and client-specific style guides

• Ability to work under tight timelines and in a collaborative team environment

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)

• Ability to guide and mentor team members

• Proven track record of delivering high-quality, error-free documents

Nice to have:

• Experience in client-facing roles or participating in client calls

• Experience in developing training materials and conducting training sessions

• Involvement in continuous improvement initiatives

• Ability to contribute to knowledge-sharing and documentation efforts

Experience – 8-12years

Key words- scientific editor, copy editor, promotional content editing, scientific content editing, medical content editing, Promotional material editing, content editing, team handling experience is must.

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