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Pharmaceutical Editor

Skill, Boston, MA, United States

Salary min: $75,000.00

Salary max: $85,000.00

Duration: Full Time


Overview







Placement Type:


N/A





Salary:


$75,000-85,000 Salary






Start Date:


Jun 8, 2026





We are looking for a highly competent and passionate editor to join our creative studio dedicated to supporting a large pharmaceutical client. The editor is responsible for content quality and must have a solid working knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and composition in providing clarity and flow. The editor contributes to a successful review process through meticulous fact checking, referencing and annotating of resources in adherence with compliances, style guidelines and standards.

While copy editing skills are critical to this role, the ideal candidate will also possess a strong understanding of Pharma promotions and product labels.



Key Accountabilities:

* Fact check, reference and annotate resources for successful review cycles

* Use proofreading , grammar and punctuation to provide quality output

* Ensure content adheres to guidelines for annotating material and supporting references for Medical, Legal, and Regulatory review

* Manages multiple projects simultaneously with concurrent deadlines

* Remain relevant by keeping abreast of all guidelines and standards

* Contribute to efficiencies by being proficient with electronic and online editing and review tools

* Experience in AMA Style

* Experience in Veeva Promomats required

* Proficient with Adobe Acrobat and Commenting Tools

* This is a freelance, remote position



Qualifications:

* BA or BS degree in English or Communications

* 3 to 5 years editing experience preferably within the pharmaceutical field or studio/agency environment

* 2 to 3 years' experience annotating resources and reference sourcing


The target hiring compensation for this role is $75-85K. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.


Additional benefits offered may include: medical health insurance and dental insurance, life insurance, and eligibility to participate in 401k plan with company match (if applicable).



Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.



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