At a Glance
- Tasks: Edit and proofread healthcare content across various platforms, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
- Company: Join a socially responsible company that values inclusion and community involvement.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, competitive insurance, and fun team activities throughout the year.
- Other info: Bilingualism is a plus; opportunities for professional growth and international work experiences.
- Why this job: Make a difference in healthcare communication while working in a dynamic and supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and 2+ years of editing experience required.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
The Medical Editor is responsible for carefully editing and proofreading pharmaceutical/healthcare advertising and informational copy. Material assigned may include print and digital, sales presentations, slide decks, packaging, internal and external company communications, visual aids, social media, websites and more.
Skills
- Meticulous work methods
- Ability to focus for long periods of time and identify errors in copy
- Interest in and understanding of natural sciences
- Ability to self-start and work both cooperatively and independently
- Ability to prioritize competing demands
- Ability to work with tight deadlines
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe markup tools
Requirements
- Bachelor of Arts or a higher degree in English literature, linguistics, journalism, or communications
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as an editor in an in-house or freelance capacity
- Bilingualism (English and French; oral and written) is a plus
- A certificate in professional editing from a Canadian university is preferred
- Certification with Editors’ Association of Canada is an asset
- Ability to translate from French into English is an asset
- Experience in an advertising setting is an asset
For the well-being of our employees
- Group insurance coverage (50% of premiums are employer-paid) with free access to telemedicine
- Flexible 37.5-hour work week in a hybrid formula
- Attractive vacation time, welcome days, work-life balance days, and more
- Summer schedule to enjoy Friday afternoons off (4 months)
- Possibility of working abroad for a period of 1 month
- Training program and personalized professional happiness meetings
- Year-round wow activities (yoga sessions, beer tasting, bowling, summer/Christmas parties, etc.)
- A dynamic team of 120+ employees across Canada with offices in Sherbrooke and Montréal
- A socially responsible company involved in its community and a respectful workplace that promotes inclusion, diversity, and individual well-being
Medical Editor in Sherbrooke employer: Lemieux Bédard
Lemieux Bédard is an exceptional employer that prioritizes employee well-being and professional growth, offering a flexible work environment with a 37.5-hour work week and generous vacation time. Located in the picturesque Eastern Townships, our team enjoys a vibrant work culture filled with engaging activities and a commitment to inclusion and diversity. With over 30 years of experience and a dynamic team of over 120 employees, we foster strong relationships with clients while ensuring a healthy work-life balance for our staff.
