Scientific Copy Editor

Stem Graduates; London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading publishing group in Life Sciences is seeking a Biological or Medical Sciences graduate for an entry-level Copy Editor role. The position offers hybrid working, a competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Responsibilities include editing scientific manuscripts and following established procedures. Training in copy-editing will be provided, along with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Private health insurance

Dental and optical cover

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to work scheme

Employee support programme

Qualifications

• Degree in biological or medical sciences required.
• Willingness to maintain a scientific knowledge base.
• Ability to self-motivate.

Responsibilities

• Language and copy editing of scientific and technical manuscripts.
• Follow the organisation’s procedures and systems.

Skills

Understanding scientific concepts

Strong English language skills

Education

Degree in Biological or Medical Sciences

Job description

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 established for nearly 30 years. They publish over 10 journals across various therapeutic areas, with editorial board members who are world-renowned scientists. Their mission is to facilitate clear and concise scientific communication, meeting deadlines and publishing 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 entry-level opportunity for a 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 or medical sciences.
• Willingness to maintain a scientific knowledge base relevant to the role.
• Ability to self-motivate.