Publications Specialist

About the Opportunity

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

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 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