Hybrid Manuscript Editor II — Medical Publications

Nashville Public Radio; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Medical Association in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Manuscript Editor II for its Scientific Publication team in a hybrid role requiring three days in the office each week.

Responsibilities include editing medical articles for accuracy and AMA style, training team members, ensuring deadlines, and coordinating with authors and editors. A Bachelor's degree and 3+ years editing experience in medical or scientific publications are required, with familiarity in AMA style and eXtyles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in English, journalism, communications, or biological or physical sciences.
• 3+ years of related experience as a manuscript editor for medical, scientific, or technical publication.
• Familiarity with AMA Manual of Style and research methods; knowledge of medical terminology.
• Experience with eXtyles and electronic editing systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Edit medical articles autonomously to improve clarity, accuracy, and AMA style.
• Train team members and manage manuscript workflow and deadlines.
• Liaise with authors, editors, and production staff throughout the publication process.
• Ensure citations, figures, and tables meet editorial standards.

Skills

Editing proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team training

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English/Journ/Communications/Sciences

Tools

eXtyles

XML editing system

Job description

The American Medical Association in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Manuscript Editor II for its Scientific Publication team in a hybrid role requiring three days in the office each week.

Responsibilities include editing medical articles for accuracy and AMA style, training team members, ensuring deadlines, and coordinating with authors and editors. A Bachelor's degree and 3+ years editing experience in medical or scientific publications are required, with familiarity in AMA style and eXtyles.