Fresher- Copy Editing

Macmillan Publishers India Pvt Ltd.; Dehradun; Sur place; INR 220 000 - 360 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Macmillan Publishers India Pvt Ltd. in Dehradun invites applications for a Copy Editor Life Sciences (Fresher). We are seeking detail-oriented fresh graduates with an MSc in Life Sciences who can review, edit, and proofread scientific content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to editorial guidelines.

The role is full-time, on-site in Dehradun, with work from the office only. Candidates should have excellent English, strong attention to detail, familiarity with MS Word, and a willingness

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in Life Sciences
• Strong written English and grammar skills
• Familiarity with scientific terminology
• Willingness to learn editorial guidelines and work within deadlines

Responsabilités

• Review and edit scientific content for grammar, spelling, punctuation
• Proofread manuscripts and research documents for accuracy and consistency
• Ensure formatting and editorial guidelines are followed
• Check terminology, references, and overall content consistency
• Identify and correct language issues without changing meaning
• Ensure final content is clear, readable, and professionally presented
• Incorporate feedback within specified timelines
• Coordinate with team to meet quality and productivity targets

Connaissances

Strong written English

Attention to detail

Editing and proofreading

Formation

MSc in Life Sciences

Outils

MS Word

Description du poste

Job Description: Copy Editor Life Sciences (Fresher)

Job Title: Copy Editor Life Sciences
Experience: Fresher (0–1 Year)
Location: Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Work Mode: Work from Office (WFO)
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Overview

We are looking for detail-oriented and enthusiastic freshers with a postgraduate degree in Life Sciences to join our team as Copy Editors. The ideal candidate should have a strong command of English, a keen eye for detail, and an interest in reviewing, editing, and proofreading scientific and academic content to ensure accuracy, clarity, consistency, and adherence to editorial guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and edit scientific, academic, and life sciences-related content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and sentence structure.
• Proofread manuscripts, research documents, and other scientific materials for accuracy and consistency.
• Ensure that the content follows the prescribed formatting, style, and editorial guidelines.
• Check scientific terminology, abbreviations, references, and overall content consistency.
• Identify grammatical errors, inconsistencies, and language-related issues without changing the intended meaning of the content.
• Ensure the final content is clear, readable, and professionally presented.
• Incorporate feedback and corrections within specified timelines.
• Coordinate with team members to maintain quality standards and meet productivity targets.

Educational Qualification:

• M.Sc. in Life Sciences or related disciplines.
• Candidates from specializations such as Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Zoology, Botany, Genetics, or other relevant Life Sciences subjects are encouraged to apply.
• Freshers are welcome to apply.
• Strong written English and grammar skills.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to identify errors in written content.
• Basic knowledge of scientific terminology and academic writing.
• Familiarity with MS Word and its editing tools is preferred.
• Willingness to learn editorial guidelines and work within defined deadlines.

Work Requirements

• This is a full-time, work-from-office position based in Dehradun only.
• Candidates must be willing to work from the Dehradun office.
• Candidates should be comfortable working in a target-driven environment while maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to begin a career in scientific and academic editing.
• Learn professional copy-editing and proofreading techniques.
• Gain exposure to scientific and research-based content.
• Develop domain knowledge and editorial skills.

Interested candidates with an M.Sc. in Life Sciences who are looking to start their careers in scientific editing are encouraged to apply.

Location: Dehradun, Uttarakhand | Work from Office Only