Editor (53401)

Miracorp; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Short/Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

MIRACORP in Bethesda, MD is seeking a meticulous Editor to safeguard the command's voice, credibility, and accuracy across all written materials. This role spans review, editing, and project management for public releases, requiring mastery of language, military contexts, and a structured clearance process.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree, at least five years editing experience, AP Style proficiency, and the ability to collaborate with medical, legal, and public affairs teams within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in communications, journalism, English, or related field.
• Minimum of five years editing, copyediting, or editorial review experience.
• Advanced proficiency in English grammar and AP Style.
• Experience with medical, military, or regulated publications preferred.
• Ability to pass a federal background check.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and PHI safeguards is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Editorial Review & Quality Assurance of materials for accuracy, clarity, and adherence to AP Style and regulations.
• Fact-checking and content verification with subject matter experts.
• Editorial project management from submission to final publication approval.
• Ensure compliance with federal and military policies and PHI safeguards before public release.
• Coordinate with authors, medical professionals, legal personnel, public affairs staff, and leadership for review and approvals.
• Develop and maintain editorial style guidelines and manage clearance processes before distribution.

Skills

Editing

AP Style

Fact-checking

Research

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, English, or related field

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Bethesda, MD 20889, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $150,000.00 Salary, Join a company where excellence meets opportunity! At MIRACORP, we don’t just provide services to the federal government, we set the gold standard in quality and reliability. What truly sets us apart? Our people. We believe our employees are the cornerstone of everything we achieve. That’s why we invest in talent, innovation, and leadership, fostering a workplace where your contributions make a real impact.

MIRACORP is seeking a meticulous and analytically sharp Editor to serve as the guardian of the command's voice, credibility, and accuracy across all written platforms. This critical role involves the comprehensive review, editing, and project management of all written materials destined for public release. The ideal candidate will possess an expert command of language and style, a deep understanding of medical and military contexts, and the ability to manage a complex clearance and approval process.

*This position is contingent upon contract award*

Essential Functions

• Editorial Review & Quality Assurance: Review, edit, and proofread written materials, including articles, reports, publications, website content, and leadership communications, to ensure accuracy, clarity, consistency, and adherence to AP Style, organizational standards, and applicable military regulations.
• Fact-Checking & Content Verification: Research and verify information, statistics, medical terminology, and supporting sources, collaborating with subject matter experts to ensure the accuracy, credibility, and integrity of all written communications.
• Editorial Project Management: Manage the editorial process from initial submission through final publication approval, maintaining editorial calendars, tracking revisions, coordinating multiple assignments, and ensuring established deadlines are met.
• Regulatory Compliance & Confidentiality: Review written materials for compliance with applicable federal and military policies, HIPAA requirements, and Protected Health Information (PHI) safeguards to ensure sensitive or restricted information is appropriately protected before public release.
• Stakeholder Collaboration & Coordination: Coordinate with authors, medical professionals, legal personnel, public affairs staff, and leadership to obtain feedback, resolve editorial concerns, and facilitate the review and approval of written materials.
• Style Guide Management & Publication Approval: Develop and maintain editorial style guidelines to promote consistent organizational messaging, and coordinate final document reviews, clearance requirements, and leadership approvals before public distribution.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Ability to pass a federal background check.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, English, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in editing, copyediting, technical writing, or editorial review, preferably involving medical research, public policy, or military publications.
• Advanced proficiency in English grammar, punctuation, editorial standards, and Associated Press (AP) Style.
• Experience reviewing and editing content in healthcare, military public affairs, government, or similarly regulated environments.
• Demonstrated ability to research, fact-check, and verify technical, medical, and scientific information for accuracy and credibility.
• Knowledge of HIPAA requirements, Protected Health Information (PHI) safeguards, and applicable federal privacy and confidentiality regulations.
• Experience managing editorial workflows, publication schedules, multi-author documents, and formal review and approval processes.
• Familiarity with organizational style guides, document quality control, and public-release clearance procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience reviewing medical research, public policy, or military doctrine is preferred.

Why Choose MIRACORP?

At MIRACORP, we recognize that our employees are the cornerstone of our success. That’s why we offer an exceptional benefits package from day one, including:

• A company that lives its core values, prioritizing integrity, accountability, and excellence
• Paid Time Off (Personal, Vacation, Sick Leave)
• Comprehensive Health Coverage (Medical, Vision, Dental)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options for healthcare and dependent care
• Short Term & Long Term Disability Coverage
• Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Protection
• Employee Wellness Resources & Assistance Programs
• Financial Counseling Programs to support long term planning
• Commuter Benefits for work life ease
• 401(k) with 100% immediate employer matching

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Join a team where your expertise is valued, your impact is recognized, and your career can thrive. Come grow with us–because at MIRACORP, your success is our success!