Copy Editor (Biomedicine)

Imrpress; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible working hours

Remote working opportunities

Support for academic development

Job summary

A leading publishing house in Singapore seeks an outstanding language editor specializing in biomedical fields. This role involves editing academic papers, ensuring high-quality language clarity and compliance with journal standards. Candidates should hold a master's degree in a biomedical-related field and possess strong writing skills. The position offers competitive salary, flexible working hours, and opportunities for international engagement.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a biomedical field required.
• Native English speakers preferred.
• Familiarity with international journal standards is essential.
• Previous experience in biomedical editing is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Edit academic papers for clarity and accuracy.
• Review reference formats and academic conventions.
• Maintain communication with authors and reviewers.
• Update the journal's language style guide.

Skills

Editing and polishing academic papers

Strong writing and editing skills

Detail-oriented

Proficient in MS Word

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration spirit

Education

Master's degree or higher in a biomedical-related field

Job description

We are looking for an outstanding language editor in the field ofBiomedicineto join our team and help enhance the quality andreadabilityof our publications.

Responsibilities

• Edit and polish academic papers in the biomedical field to enhance language clarity, grammatical accuracy, readability, stylistic consistency, fluency, formatting, and adherence to international journal standards.
• Review and adjust reference formats, tables, figures, and other academic conventions according to journal requirements to ensure compliance with submission guidelines.
• Maintain effective communication with authors and reviewers, answering questions related to language editing and ensuring an efficient editing process.
• Contribute to updating and maintaining the journal's language style guide, ensuring overall language quality and consistency.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a biomedical‑related field, with a solid biomedical background to understand and handle academic content in the field.
• Native English speakers are preferred.
• Proficient in English with strong writing and editing skills, capable of high‑quality academic paper editing, detail‑oriented.
• Familiar with international academic journal submission and editing standards, and knowledge of the Layout Manual of Style.
• Strong communication skills and team collaboration spirit, able to maintain good working relationships with authors, reviewers, and other editorial staff.
• Proficiency in MS Word (including Track Changes) and other relevant tools.
• Previous experience in language editing for biomedical journals or academic publications is preferred.

We offer

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Flexible working hours and remote working opportunities.
• A work environment that supports innovation and academic development.
• Opportunities to engage in international academic exchanges and collaborations.

How to Apply

Please send your resume, copies of relevant degrees and qualifications, and at least one sample of an academic article you have edited to [e-mail]. In the subject line, please mention "Biomedical Copy Editor Application - [Your Name]".