Copy Editor

GForce Life Sciences; Princeton (NJ); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences company is seeking a Copy Editor to ensure compliance with pharmaceutical regulations while maintaining content quality. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience in copy editing, preferably in regulated industries. The position is remote based in New Jersey and offers a 12-month contract. The ideal candidate will possess strong editing skills and be familiar with standard editing tools.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in copy‑editing, preferably in pharmaceutical marketing.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical regulations.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical regulations and guidelines.
• Manage content annotations and fact-checking.
• Accountability for the accuracy and quality of edited content.

Skills

Copy editing

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Science, English, Journalism, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Direct message the job poster from GForce Life Sciences

Executive Recruiter at GForce Life Sciences

Copy Editor

12-Month Contract

Remote - New Jersey (EST hours)

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical regulations and guidelines, including managing pharmaceutical claims.
• Complete content annotations, reference checking, and fact‑checking.
• Maintain adherence to AMA style and other relevant style guides.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure clarity and consistency in messaging.
• Assume accountability for the accuracy and quality of all edited content.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Science, English, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in copy‑editing, preferably in pharmaceutical marketing or for a creative agency supporting regulated industries.
• Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical environment and regulations.
• Proficient in standard computer programs (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat).

Preferred Skills

• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Familiarity with digital marketing strategies.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Marketing, Writing/Editing, and Other
• Industries: Marketing Services, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Biotechnology Research