Job Title: Contract Technical Copy Editor
Location: Carlsbad, CA (Remote)
Duration: 12 Months
Pay Rate: $70.00 - $75.00
Summary:
- This position will handle copy editing and proofreading as assigned for a significant volume of technically oriented marketing pieces, including application notes, white papers, protocols, brochures, handbooks, blogs, technical notes, video scripts, trade-show materials, scientific posters, and sales/training presentations.
- This position ensures these items adhere to strict scientific accuracy, as well as our brand style and trademark guidelines, while always employing accurate grammar, punctuation, spelling, etc.
- It requires an individual with a meticulous approach who can edit quickly and effectively, who isn't afraid to address challenging scientific subjects, and who can be adaptable enough to vary editing styles for differing client needs.
- An equal opportunity position at a company that appreciates and encourages and promotes diversity and inclusion, this is an outstanding job on a wonderful team! You will love it, and we look forward to having you play a role in our ongoing success!
Skills:
- Strong scientific copy-editing background/experience
- Knowledge of and familiarity with CSE Scientific Style and Format and Chicago Manual of Style guidelines
- Ability to quickly learn and integrate “house” style exceptions into above guidelines
- Flexibility in editing style, from providing basic grammatical repairs to “deep-dive” editorial passes
- Preference for and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Attention to detail and high regard for quality
- Strong collaboration and customer service skills
- Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat, Adobe InCopy, and Microsoft Office Suite
Education:
- Requires a master’s degree in the life sciences. PhD strongly preferred.
- 2–3 years of scientific copy-editing experience
- Copy editing certification (BELS) preferred
Comments for Suppliers:
- This position does not involve writing, proofreading, or editing technical manuals, specification documents, or instructional materials. Please do not submit samples of this type of writing or editing.