Medical Editor

We are seeking a Medical Editor  who will edit manuscripts, grant proposals, book chapters, posters, and PowerPoint presentations for Medicine (ACCM). Should be able to edit for language, logic, grammar, consistency, and compliance with published requirements. Formats faculty bio sketches according to NIH standards. Proofreads page proofs against the submitted manuscript. Contributes to the writing and editing of articles for the departmental quarterly newsletter and website. Works with members of the Research and Grants Office staff to support other initiatives for ACCM physician-scientists and basic researchers in the Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care.

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s Degree or master’s Degree in English, Journalism, or Biological Sciences.
• At least 2 years of experience in the editing of medical or scientific manuscripts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience editing grants for submission to the NIH is preferred.
  

• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop.
  
• Familiarity with Reference Manager or EndNote database system is also desirable.
• Candidates with an ELS certification are encouraged to apply.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, be highly detail-oriented, and be able to meet deadlines.
  

• Proficient in MS Word and MS PowerPoint.

Classified Title: Medical Editor
Role/Level/Range: ATP/03/PC
Starting Salary Range: Min $53,300 - Max $93,500 Annually ($73,400 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Mon-Fri with possible evenings.
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: ​​​​​​​SOM Ane Research
Personnel area: School of Medicine 

Total Rewards
The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines:
JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

**Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

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