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Lead copy editor on multiple brands * Copyedit, fact-check, and proofread a variety of promotional ... Salaries will vary based onvarious factorsincluding but not limited to professional and academic ...

Lead copy editor on multiple brands * Copyedit, fact-check, and proofread a variety of promotional ... Salaries will vary based onvarious factorsincluding but not limited to professional and academic ...

Freelance Content Editor

Commack, NY ยท Remote

$15 - $18/hr

Copy edit articles to fix grammar, spelling, punctuation, and awkward phrasing * Fact check ... This is a freelance, remote position paid on an hourly basis. We offer a competitive rate of $15 ...

Digital Editor

Cleveland, OH ยท On-site +1

$70K - $80K/yr

Strong copy editing and proofreading skills with exceptional attention to detail * Ability to ... A "remote" role would allow an employee to work from a home office that is in one of the states ...

Digital Editor

Chicago, IL ยท On-site +1

$70K - $80K/yr

Strong copy editing and proofreading skills with exceptional attention to detail * Ability to ... A "remote" role would allow an employee to work from a home office that is in one of the states ...

Provide structural, line, and copy edits as needed, guiding contributors through the process from ... Develop and maintain strong relationships with writers, academics, journalists, and other potential ...

Senior Editor

New York, NY ยท On-site +1

Provide structural, line, and copy edits as needed, guiding contributors through the process from ... Develop and maintain strong relationships with writers, academics, journalists, and other potential ...

Senior Editor

New York, NY ยท On-site +1

$150K - $180K/yr

Provide structural, line, and copy edits as needed, guiding contributors through the process from ... Develop and maintain strong relationships with writers, academics, journalists, and other potential ...

Siege Media is a growing and remote-first organic growth agency! We were nationally recognized on ... Review copy to ensure it aligns with client strategy, brand voice, tone, and overarching content ...

Content Editor

Chicago, IL ยท On-site +1

Siege Media is a growing and remote-first organic growth agency! We were nationally recognized on ... Review copy to ensure it aligns with client strategy, brand voice, tone, and overarching content ...

This is a remote, part-time job position, and will report to our PA Content Champion. What You'll ... Working closely with the copy editing team, the illustration team, the content operations team, PA ...

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How much do remote academic copy editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote academic copy editor in the United States is $28.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $31.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Remote Academic Copy Editors, and how can they be managed?

Remote Academic Copy Editors often face challenges such as managing tight deadlines, adapting to varying style guides, and ensuring clear communication with authors and editorial teams across different time zones. To navigate these, editors should develop strong organizational and time management skills, maintain a robust reference library for different citation styles, and use collaboration tools to facilitate regular updates with colleagues. Building a structured workflow and setting clear expectations with clients or teams can help minimize misunderstandings and improve efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Academic Copy Editor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Academic Copy Editor, you need excellent command of grammar, punctuation, and academic writing conventions, typically supported by a degree in English, journalism, or a relevant field. Familiarity with style guides (such as APA, MLA, or Chicago), proficiency in editing software (like Microsoft Word with Track Changes), and, in some cases, certifications from editing organizations are valuable. Strong attention to detail, time management, and effective communication are crucial soft skills, especially when working remotely. These skills and qualifications ensure accurate, polished academic manuscripts and maintain high editorial standards, which are vital for scholarly publishing.

What is the difference between Remote Academic Copy Editor vs Remote Content Writer?

AspectRemote Academic Copy EditorRemote Content Writer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in English, Journalism, or related field; editing certifications are a plusUsually holds a degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field; writing experience preferred
Work EnvironmentOften works independently or as part of academic publishing teams, remote or in-officeWorks remotely or in marketing/communications teams, creating content for various platforms
Industry UsageCommon in academic publishing, education, research institutionsWidely used in marketing, media, and online publishing

Remote Academic Copy Editors focus on refining academic texts for clarity, accuracy, and adherence to style guides, often within educational or research settings. Remote Content Writers create engaging content for websites, blogs, and marketing materials. While both roles require strong language skills and familiarity with industry standards, their primary functions and target industries differ.

What is a Remote Academic Copy Editor?

A Remote Academic Copy Editor is a professional who reviews and edits academic manuscripts, such as journal articles, theses, and research papers, to ensure they are clear, consistent, and free of grammatical or formatting errors. They work remotely, allowing them to collaborate with authors and publishers from anywhere in the world. Their primary responsibilities include correcting grammar, punctuation, and style, as well as ensuring the document adheres to specific academic or journal guidelines. This role requires strong language skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with academic writing standards. Remote academic copy editors often use digital tools to track changes and communicate with clients.
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Infographic showing various Remote Academic Copy Editor job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,809 per year, or $28.8 per hour.

Senior Medical Editor

Omnicom Health

New York, NY โ€ข On-site, Remote

Other

Posted 28 days ago


Job description

At Remedy Edge NY, we believe health can't wait.

The stakes are higher. The pace is faster. And hesitation costs lives.ย 

That'sย why Remedy Edge exists-to bring urgency to health.ย 

Urgent thinking. Urgent creativity. Urgent action.ย 

We are a collective of courageous, curious, generous, and gritty people driven to solve the toughest challenges in healthcare.ย 

We push past convention, stay relentlessly a step ahead, and apply bold, omnichannel creativity to move people-from awareness to action, from delay to decision, from possibility to progress.ย 

Because when health is on the line, every moment matters.ย 

And every edge counts.ย 

Inclusivity:Remedy Edge is an inclusive home for diverse voices, perspectives, and lived experiences. We believe the best ideasย emergeย when everyone is heard-and when the work reflects the real worldย it'sย meant to change. By embracing difference, we sharpen our thinking, strengthen our creativity, and take on health's hardest problems with greater clarity and humanity.ย 

Flexibility: At Remedy Edge, we design work around people, not the other way around. Our flexible hybrid environment empowers teams to do their best work wherever it happens: in our NYC headquarters, at home, or alongside clients. With intentional meeting-free time, seasonal flexibility, and modern ways of working, we give our people the space to think boldly, move faster, and stay at their creative edge.ย 

Who We Are:Remedy Edge is a global healthcare communications network built to make creativity, and creative technology, a force for urgent health impact. Grounded in deep insight intoย behavior, channels, and culture, we create work thatย doesn'tย just inform-but activates. Work that accelerates decisions, advances care and drives meaningful change for the brands and patients whoย can'tย afford to wait.ย 

Overview:The Senior Medical Editor will be the lead editor on multiple brands. Senior Medical Editors will be well versed in the science of their brands and that of the competitors, the client's style, and AMA style. Senior Medical Editors are expected to model the four core values of substance, style, conviction, and grace, as well as mentor less experienced Copy Editors. With an eye for detail, the Senior Medical Editor will work with their Account and Project Management team members to ensure that the highest quality of work is being produced within given project timelines.ย 

Responsibilities:ย 

  • Lead copy editor on multiple brandsย 
  • Copyedit, fact-check, and proofread a variety of promotional and educational materials for physicians, other healthcare professionals, and patients from manuscript through print or digital productionย 
  • Work closely with Account Services, Copywriters, Art Directors, and other team members to ensure that print and digital materials are of the highest quality in terms of accuracy, utility, clarity, readability, and appealย 
  • Work with Account Services and Project Managers on timing of quality control of projectsย 
  • Provide guidance to less experienced Copy Editorsย 
  • Help Copywriters and Account team with research and article retrievalย 
  • Create andmaintainbrand style guidesย 

Qualifications and Experience:ย 

  • Bachelor's degreeย 
  • Three to five years' copyediting experience in a pharmaceutical advertising agency, in-house agency, or medical publishing company preferred. Will consider candidates with copyediting experience in other fieldsย 
  • Working knowledge of AMA Manual of Style, 10th edition desirableย 
  • Experience using Adobe Acrobat to copyedit is a plusย 

The things that make this opportunity special include:ย 

  • We develop our people.We have a strongtrack recordof training people with little or no pharma experience who go on to have long and successfulcareers.ย 
  • We work together.Yes, we work hard tomeetchallenging deadlines. But our department shares work as a team and supports each other so nobody is left on their own.ย 
  • We care about patients.Our mission is toprovide patients with the information they need in a way they can understand. Ifyou'repassionate about giving patients a voice,we'rethe place to make that happen.ย 
  • We'repart of the brand team.At some agencies, Editorial is a support service that picks up work on a taxi-rank basis. At Patients & Purpose, you have the chance to develop your voice as a valuable member of your brand team.ย 
  • We get technology.We'rededicated to finding the best ways to communicate, andwe'vepioneeredindustryfirsts in web design, social media, and other emerging technologies.ย 

The range belowrepresentsthe low and high end of the base salary someone in this role may earn as an employee of an Omnicom Health Group company in the United States. Salaries will vary based onvarious factorsincluding but not limited to professional and academic experience, training, associated responsibilities, and other business and organizational needs. The range listed is just onecomponentof our total compensation package for employees. Salary decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each hire.ย 

  • ย Salary range - $69,500 - $93,875