Senior Medical Copy Editor (Remote)

The Lockwood Group, LLC; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lockwood Group, LLC is seeking a skilled Copy Editor to support Managing Editors on dedicated accounts, including editing, proofreading, data checking, submissions, and other editorial tasks. Responsibilities will be coordinated with the lead editor in conjunction with Traffic Management.

The role requires at least 5 years of medical editing experience, publications background, and proficiency with EndNote; knowledge of AMA and Chicago styles is preferred to ensure accuracy and consistency

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• At least 5 years of medical editing experience.
• Publications experience and familiarity with AMA/Chicago styles are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Edit and proofread manuscripts and materials for assigned accounts.
• Perform data checks, prepare submissions, and liaise with Traffic Management.
• Maintain knowledge of client-specific guidelines and house style.
• Address editorial inquiries from scientific directors and team members.
• Ensure content meets accuracy, consistency, and storytelling standards.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Accounts and Scientific staff.

Skills

Medical editing

Publications experience

Editorial style guidelines AMA/Chicago

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

EndNote

Job description

The Lockwood Group, LLC is seeking a skilled Copy Editor to support Managing Editors on dedicated accounts, including editing, proofreading, data checking, submissions, and other editorial tasks. Responsibilities will be coordinated with the lead editor in conjunction with Traffic Management.

The role requires at least 5 years of medical editing experience, publications background, and proficiency with EndNote; knowledge of AMA and Chicago styles is preferred to ensure accuracy and consistency