Hybrid Clinical Publications Editor

ROCS Grad Staffing; Linthicum (MD); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Medical Association is seeking a Publications Specialist to join its publications team. This detail-oriented editor and writer will support a portfolio of medical and scientific content through copyediting, proofreading, writing, and publication coordination.

Responsibilities include translating complex clinical topics for physician audiences, coordinating with authors and sponsors, and managing multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2+ years of copyediting, proofreading, and/or communications experience.
• Strong knowledge of AMA Style.
• Excellent grammar, spelling, proofreading, and writing skills.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, basic science, or research-based content.
• Medical, scientific, technical, academic, or research writing/editing experience preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Word skills; Wrike experience is a plus.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, collaborative, and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Copyedit and proofread medical, scientific, and organizational content.
• Support the timely production of print and digital publications.
• Assist with medical communications and article development.
• Help translate complex clinical or research topics into clear, understandable content.
• Coordinate with internal departments, authors, and external sponsors.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.
• Support webinars and other publication-related projects.

Skills

Copyediting

Proofreading

Communications

Writing

AMA Style

Medical terminology

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Wrike

Job description

The American Medical Association is seeking a Publications Specialist to join its publications team. This detail-oriented editor and writer will support a portfolio of medical and scientific content through copyediting, proofreading, writing, and publication coordination.

Responsibilities include translating complex clinical topics for physician audiences, coordinating with authors and sponsors, and managing multiple projects.