Scientific Copy Editor

STEM Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading publishing group in Life Sciences is seeking a Biological or Medical Sciences graduate for the role of Copy Editor. This entry-level position offers hybrid working and excellent benefits, including training in copy-editing and career development opportunities. The role involves editing scientific manuscripts and requires a passion for the English language and scientific concepts.

Benefits

Hybrid working

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Private health insurance

Dental and optical cover

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to work scheme

Fresh fruit

Employee support programme

Qualifications

• Entry-level graduate passionate about the English language.
• Capable of understanding new scientific concepts.

Responsibilities

• Language and copy editing of scientific and technical manuscripts.
• Following the organisation's procedures and systems.

Skills

Self-motivation

Education

Degree in Biological/Medical Sciences

Job description

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Job Benefits: Hybrid working, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, pension scheme, private health insurance, dental and optical cover, discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, fresh fruit, employee support programme

Job Keywords: Scientific Copy Editor Jobs / Medical Communications Jobs / Scientific Communications Jobs

We are currently working with a leading publishing group in Life Sciences that has been operating for almost 30 years. They publish over 10 journals across various therapeutic areas, with editorial board members who are world-renowned scientists. Their goal is to facilitate clear and concise scientific communication, meet deadlines and goals, and publish high-quality original work promptly.

They are seeking a Biological or Medical Sciences graduate to join as a Copy Editor. The role offers hybrid working, a competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Training in copy-editing will be provided, along with opportunities for career development.

Job Responsibilities:

This is an exciting opportunity for an entry-level graduate passionate about the English language and capable of understanding new scientific concepts. The role involves language and copy editing of scientific and technical manuscripts, following the organisation's procedures and systems.

Job Requirements:

• A degree in biological/medical sciences
• Willingness to maintain appropriate scientific knowledge
• Self-motivation capability

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Science and Writing/Editing

Industries

• Writing and Editing, Research Services, Biotechnology Research