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Citrus Health Group, Inc

Medical Editor

Chicago, IL · On-site

Citrus Health Group is a new type of agency that brings an empathetic patient focus to the new ... About the Opportunity The Medical Editor is assigned to support the Editorial Services team ...

Chicago Public Media

AM Editor

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$90K - $100K/yr

We believe independent journalism is essential to a healthy democracy and that access to objective ... The AM Editor will work with anchors, producers, reporters, and other editors to set the tone for ...

Chicago Public Media

AM Editor

Chicago, IL

$90K - $100K/yr

We believe independent journalism is essential to a healthy democracy and that access to objective ... The AM Editor will work with anchors, producers, reporters, and other editors to set the tone for ...

Mondo

Senior Editor, AI-Search

Chicago, IL · On-site

$50 - $60/hr

Eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, and 401K Visa Sponsorship: Not eligible for visa sponsorship * The Senior Editor owns the full editorial workflow, from brief creation to final publish, using a ...

Citrus Health Group, Inc

Medical Editor

Chicago, IL

About the Opportunity The Medical Editor is assigned to support the Editorial Services team, servicing Group client accounts, and partnering with Medical & Scientific Services, Project Management ...

American Academy of Ped

Digital Content Editor

Itasca, IL · On-site

$70K - $74K/yr

Digital Content Editor Grant Funded The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the nation's leading advocacy organization for children's healthcare, is seeking a collaborative team player with strong ...

Wolters Kluwer

Senior Clinical Editor - Nursing

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$60K - $106K/yr

The Senior Content Editor - Nursing collaborates with internal teams, external contributors, and ... Maintain awareness of healthcare trends, clinical guidelines, and publishing standards. * Serve as ...

Wolters Kluwer

Senior Clinical Editor - Nursing

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$60K - $106K/yr

The Senior Content Editor - Nursing collaborates with internal teams, external contributors, and ... Maintain awareness of healthcare trends, clinical guidelines, and publishing standards. * Serve as ...

Wolters Kluwer

Senior Clinical Editor - Nursing

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$60K - $106K/yr

The Senior Content Editor - Nursing collaborates with internal teams, external contributors, and ... Maintain awareness of healthcare trends, clinical guidelines, and publishing standards. * Serve as ...

Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V

Copy Editor

Chicago, IL · On-site

$53K - $79K/yr

Learn more at Overview Mars United Commerce is currently seeking a Copy Editor. This individual ... Health/Wellness/Comfort reimbursements to help you invest in your future and work/life balance ...

Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V

Copy Editor

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$53K - $79K/yr

Learn more at Overview Mars United Commerce is currently seeking a Copy Editor. This individual ... Health/Wellness/Comfort reimbursements to help you invest in your future and work/life ...

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How much do health editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for health editor in Chicago, IL is $38.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.31 and $54.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a health editor do?

A Health Editor is responsible for reviewing, editing, and sometimes writing health-related content for publications such as magazines, websites, or journals. They ensure that the information presented is accurate, up-to-date, and understandable for the target audience. Health Editors often fact-check articles, work with medical professionals, and maintain editorial standards. Their role is crucial in providing reliable health information to the public.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a health editor?

To thrive as a Health Editor, you need a solid background in health journalism, excellent writing and editing skills, and often a degree in English, journalism, or a health-related field. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), SEO tools, and medical databases is typically required, along with experience interpreting scientific research. Strong communication, critical thinking, and attention to detail set outstanding Health Editors apart. These skills ensure the production of accurate, engaging, and trustworthy health content for diverse audiences.

How does a health editor collaborate with medical professionals and writers to ensure content accuracy?

A Health Editor frequently works alongside medical experts, fact-checkers, and writers to ensure all published content meets industry standards for accuracy and credibility. This collaboration often involves reviewing drafts, clarifying medical information, and verifying sources. Editors may also organize regular meetings or consultations with healthcare professionals to stay up to date on best practices and emerging research. This team-based approach helps maintain trustworthiness and compliance with editorial guidelines.

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Infographic showing various Health Editor job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,836 per year, or $38.4 per hour.

Medical Editor

Citrus Health Group, Inc

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Citrus Health Group is a new type of agency that brings an empathetic patient focus to the new product commercialization process. Citrus creates hand-picked teams that provide clients with scientific, clinical, pharmacologic, evidence-generation, pricing and reimbursement, market access, affordability, and patient support expertise and experience in their time of need. Client teams are built with talented experts who function as a fluid, agile, and highly energized team.
We are passionate about science; our focus is to effectively communicate science in compelling and engaging ways to drive true value and enable patients to gain access to new medicines. We do so with the highest level of integrity and respect for the ethical nature of our business.
We invite you to join our talented team of dedicated professionals, working closely together to provide the services our clients need, at the time they need them. We are driven by one word, RESPECT. We respect each other, we respect our clients, and we respect the professionals we work with on behalf of our clients. We value every team member and strive for an inclusive and collaborative culture that fosters the best in everyone.
About the Opportunity
The Medical Editor is assigned to support the Editorial Services team, servicing Group client accounts, and partnering with Medical & Scientific Services, Project Management, Account Services, and Creative Services teams to ensure Citrus deliverables meet the highest standards of quality and accuracy.
The Medical Editor is responsible for quality assurance throughout project lifecycles, providing proofreading, copyediting, styling, and formatting services for the full range of client deliverables on assigned accounts. Formats may include Word documents, PowerPoint presentations, Creative layouts, and digital or multimedia content. This role also includes adoption, implementation, and maintenance of new processes and technologies, and other responsibilities as designated. Core responsibilities and qualifications are noted as follows.
Core Responsibilities
Editorial Review
  • Edit for flow and structure, copyedit, and style all forms of deliverables for medical affairs, commercial, payer and patient communications, and publications teams. Examples of deliverables include (but are not limited to) manuscripts, EndNote libraries, figures, abstracts, posters, oral presentations, slides, meeting materials, brochures, mailings and handouts, video scripts, websites, and other print and digital assets
  • Conduct pre- and post-Creative review for all Creative assets at defined stages of the project lifecycle
  • Proofread Creative poster layouts against poster templates and congress guidelines, annotate amends for Creative, and/or incorporate text changes into layout
  • Assist in the development and maintenance of style guidelines for client accounts that meet with client standards and expectations; align with client corporate and brand style guidelines, agency style guidelines, American Medical Association (AMA) Manual of Style, and all Citrus editorial, publication, and ethical procedures
  • Identify project areas that may require expertise from other team members and elicit input as appropriate
  • Assist colleagues with editorial problem-solving, troubleshooting, and brainstorming

Coordination Support
  • Key responsibilities include coordination of essential editorial tools and processes, including (but not limited to) coordinating project intake, managing article ordering and tracking, maintaining accurate bibliographies and reference libraries, and overseeing congress calendars and standards to support quality assurance and efficiencies in delivery
  • Collaborate with senior-level editors to obtain comprehensive project briefs, querying as necessary for clarity and understanding of requirements, due dates, and budget constraints; safeguard scope of delivery, timelines, and resourcing; communicate progress, risks, and dependencies
  • This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of progressive professional medical or science editing experience
    • The following active credentials are considered a plus: Editor in the Life Sciences (ELS), Certified Medical Publication Professional (ISMPP CMPP™)
  • Strong familiarity with MS Office Suite (especially Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), Adobe Creative Suite (especially Acrobat), EndNote, GraphPad Prism, and medical literature databases (eg, PubMed)
  • Strong familiarity with the following is considered a plus: Veeva annotations; Google analytics, SEO strategies; copyright requirements and familiarity with requesting and purchasing figure/table use permissions
  • Experience in mock journal and congress submissions and in collating a list of requirements needed for submission
  • Experience in submitting abstracts to congresses and manuscripts to journals
  • Ability to prioritize projects, collaborate on team projects, and coordinate and execute multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment to serve many therapeutic teams and meet project goals
  • Ability to acquire relevant information from a variety of sources (eg, published style manuals, journal guidelines, and literature searches) and maintain accurate records of sources
  • Excellent knowledge of grammar, usage, and medical writing style guidelines (such as the AMA Manual of Style)
  • Familiarity with general scientific and medical concepts and ability to grasp more complex scientific and medical applications
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
  • Effective attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to identify key issues and creatively and strategically overcome challenges
  • Ability to think analytically and to effectively plan, prioritize, and execute assigned tasks
  • Expert verbal and written communication skills
  • High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability

Citrus Health Group is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, application for military service, or any other class protected by state or federal law.

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