Development Editor

Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; New Delhi; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers in Delhi invites applications for a Senior Development Editor (Medical). The role leads publication and editorial processes across textbooks, exam guides, reviews, and digital learning platforms.

You will mentor editors, coordinate with authors and reviewers, ensure quality and compliance with AMA, Vancouver, and ICMJE guidelines, and deliver projects on tight timelines. MBBS/MD or related degree and 0–5 years of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong editorial judgment and medical knowledge.
• Familiarity with AMA, Vancouver, and ICMJE guidelines.
• Ability to collaborate with authors and experts to produce high-quality content.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end publication and editorial process for medical manuscripts and exam-preparation material.
• Review manuscripts for publication and analyze market gaps and competition.
• Collaborate with authors, subject experts and reviewers to enhance manuscript quality.
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with editorial and publishing standards.
• Mentor junior editors and uphold editorial excellence across the team.
• Coordinate with production and design teams for timely delivery.
• Manage multiple projects and adhere to strict timelines.

Skills

Editorial leadership

Medical publishing

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

English proficiency

Education

MBBS/MD

M.Pharma

MPT

Tools

Reference management systems

Digital publishing tools

Job description

Job Description Development Editor (Medical)

Location: Delhi (Work from Office)

Company: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers

About Jaypee Brothers

Jaypee Brothers is one of the leading global medical publishers with over 50 years of expertise in medical, academic, and professional publishing. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, accurate, and innovative content that empowers doctors, healthcare professionals, researchers, and students worldwide. At Jaypee, you don’t just edit content—you help shape medical education and impact global healthcare learning.

Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Senior Development Editor (Medical) to lead and oversee the publication & editorial process across textbooks, exam guides, review articles, and digital learning platforms. This role requires strong editorial judgment, medical knowledge, and the ability to collaborate with authors and experts to produce world-class medical content.

Jaypee Brothers is seeking a quality-focused professional who values stability and is keen to build a long-term association (2+ years) while growing with the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end publication & editorial process for medical manuscripts and exam-preparation material.
• Review manuscripts for publication and analyze the market gap & competition.
• Collaborate with authors, subject experts, and reviewers to enhance manuscript quality.
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with editorial and publishing standards.
• Mentor junior editors, ensuring team-wide editorial excellence.
• Coordinate with production and design teams for timely project delivery.
• Manage multiple projects while adhering to strict timelines.

Requirements

• MBBS/MD, M.Pharma, MPT or relevant degree in medical/health sciences.
• 0–5 years of experience in developmental editing, medical publishing, or academic content.
• Excellent command of English (written & verbal).
• Familiarity with AMA, Vancouver, and ICMJE guidelines.
• Knowledge of digital publishing tools and reference management systems is an advantage.
• Strong project management and stakeholder coordination skills.