Editor and Content Creator

Metaphase Health Research Consulting Inc.; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MetaPhase supports a federal strategic communications and training function, delivering policy-informed messaging and public-facing content aligned with regulatory standards.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to produce accurate, accessible materials that strengthen compliance and support informed decision-making across the program.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in program analysis or communications (federal focus preferred).
• Strong command of English grammar, punctuation and editorial standards (AP Style, federal plain language).
• Experience writing/editing technical documents, reports, blogs, and public-facing content.
• Experience conducting website content reviews or audits with editorial standards.

Responsibilities

• Review, edit and proofread technical documents, SOPs, reports and public-facing materials.
• Improve organization and readability while preserving accuracy and intent.
• Conduct quality control to identify errors and gaps using style guides and plain language guidelines.
• Draft web content, blogs, newsletters and outreach materials to support program priorities.
• Audit website content for outdated/inaccurate information and recommend updates.
• Collaborate with SMEs and stakeholders to incorporate feedback and finalize content.

Skills

Editing

Technical writing

AP Style

Plain language

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

AP Style guide

Job description

At MetaPhase, we believe Quirky is Cool and being authentic is the only way to be! We take the work we do very seriously and do a lot of important mission-focused work for our clients. We are individuals with different passions and strengths who take as much joy in the work we do as from those we work with. Today, we have a team that is invested in creating new solutions that lean forward, challenge the status quo, but also reflect our intimate knowledge of our customers’ business. Over the years we have fostered a culture in which we are united by shared values—passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness—and these come alive in the work we do and how we do it.

Together, we know our people are our difference—for our clients and our colleagues.

Are you ready to:

• Work alongside a dedicated and diverse set of people to offer honest advice and practical guidance to our clients?
• Learn and grow by taking advantage of every opportunity available to you?
• Join a company which prides itself on its shared values and inclusive culture?
• Be the difference and make it happen?

Role Summary

MetaPhase supports a federal strategic communications and training section responsible for delivering policy-informed messaging, targeted training, and public-facing communications aligned to regulatory standards and national security priorities. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to produce accurate, accessible content and communications solutions that strengthen compliance, promote data integrity, and support informed decision-making across the program.

In support of this project, MetaPhase is seeking a Technical Editor and Content Support team member with at least three (3) years of relevant experience to support technical editing, proofreading, content development and document quality control for a federal customer. This role requires strong writing and editing skills, exceptional attention to detail and the ability to translate complex technical and regulatory information into clear, concise and accessible content. The selected candidate will work with subject matter experts, content developers and federal stakeholders to produce high‑quality deliverables that meet established editorial standards and deadlines.

What You Will Be Doing

• Review, edit and proofread technical documents, reports, training materials, standard operating procedures (SOPs), presentations and public-facing communications for clarity, accuracy, consistency and readability.
• Edit complex technical, policy and regulatory content to improve organization, structure and readability while maintaining the accuracy and intent of the original material.
• Conduct quality control reviews to identify errors, inconsistencies and content gaps while applying AP Style, federal plain language guidelines, established style guides and formatting requirements.
• Draft, edit and refine blogs, website content, newsletters, outreach materials and other communications products to support program priorities.
• Conduct website content audits to identify outdated, inaccurate or inconsistent information and recommend updates to maintain content quality and compliance with program requirements.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, writers and federal stakeholders to incorporate feedback and support content development, review, approval and publication processes.

What We Need From You (Required)

• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in program analysis or communications, preferably supporting federal programs.
• Strong command of English grammar, punctuation and editorial standards, including proficiency in AP Style and federal plain language guidelines.
• Demonstrated experience writing and editing technical documents, reports, blogs, website content and public‑facing communications.
• Experience conducting website content reviews or audits, applying editorial standards and translating complex information into clear, accessible language.

Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to collaborate with stakeholders while managing multiple assignments and tight deadlines.

Work Location

• Tysons Corner, VA

Travel

• None

Education Level

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in Business Management or related field.

Clearance Level

• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust
• U.S. Citizenship required (NO EXCEPTIONS)

Compensation

• Compensation decisions are dependent of the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $75,000-$85,000.

MetaPhase Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other factors protected by federal, state, or local law. For more information, visit us at: metaphase.tech

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