Publications Specialist

ROCS Grad Staffing; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Publications Specialist will support a portfolio of print and digital publications through copyediting, proofreading, writing, and publication coordination, translating complex clinical topics into clear content for a physician audience.

This role requires meticulous editors with 2+ years of experience, strong AMA Style knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate with authors, departments, and sponsors.

Qualifications

• 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

Writing

AMA Style

Medical terminology

Organization

Collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Word

Wrike

Job description

A leading professional medical association is seeking a Publications Specialist to join its publications team. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented editor and writer who enjoys working with medical, scientific, or research-based content.

The Publications Specialist will support a portfolio of print and digital publications through copyediting, proofreading, writing, and publication coordination. The role will also help translate complex clinical topics into clear, engaging content for a physician audience.

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

Qualifications

• 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