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Kaiva Tech

Medical Editor

Washington, DC · Remote

Currently 100% remote. Please be aware that the workplace type allowed is approved by the client ... Experience in healthcare, laboratory, or pharmaceutical industry. * Ability to understand medical ...

Kaiva Corp

Medical Editor

Washington, DC · Remote

Currently 100% remote. Please be aware that the workplace type allowed is approved by the client ... Experience in healthcare, laboratory, or pharmaceutical industry.Ability to understand medical ...

Globalspec, LLC

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote pharmaceutical editor in the United States is $41.22, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.62 and $50.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote pharmaceutical editor?

Remote Pharmaceutical Editors are professionals who review, revise, and ensure the accuracy of written materials related to pharmaceuticals, such as scientific manuscripts, regulatory documents, and marketing content, all while working from a remote location. They check for clarity, compliance with industry standards, and correct use of medical terminology. These editors often collaborate with scientists, researchers, and pharmaceutical companies to ensure that all documentation meets regulatory and publication requirements. Their expertise helps maintain high-quality communication within the pharmaceutical industry, even when working offsite.

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

To thrive as a Remote Pharmaceutical Editor, you need a robust background in life sciences or pharmacy, excellent written communication skills, and experience in scientific editing or medical writing. Familiarity with editing tools like Microsoft Word, reference management systems, and adherence to style guides such as AMA or ICMJE is typically required. Attention to detail, time management, and the ability to collaborate virtually with medical professionals and researchers are key soft skills for this role. These skills ensure the delivery of accurate, clear, and compliant pharmaceutical content that upholds scientific integrity in a remote work environment.

What are some common challenges faced by remote pharmaceutical editors when collaborating with cross-functional teams?

Remote pharmaceutical editors often collaborate with medical writers, regulatory professionals, and subject matter experts across different time zones and locations. A common challenge is ensuring clear and timely communication, especially when reviewing complex scientific documents under tight deadlines. Effective use of collaborative tools, regular virtual meetings, and proactive clarification of feedback can help mitigate misunderstandings and maintain project momentum. Building strong working relationships remotely is crucial for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of pharmaceutical content.
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Medical Editor

Kaiva Tech

Washington, DC • Remote

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Format and proofread documents written by FDA scientists to ensure consistency, readability, and adherence to style and formatting standards.

  • Format data tables and create new data tables using data derived from regulatory submissions to the FDA.

  • Communicate with FDA scientists regarding project requirements and timelines, and perform quality checks on work performed by other copyeditors.

Job description

Kaiva Tech, LLC is seeking a Medical Editor in the DC Metro Area.

Clearance: Ability to obtain a Public Trust

Workplace Type: Currently 100% remote. Please be aware that the workplace type allowed is approved by the client and is subject to change dependent on client needs and expectations.

Summary Overview:

The Medical Editor will support the development of complex written documents at the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) (e.g., briefs, reports, factsheets, presentation slides, advisory/panel meeting materials, scientific reviews for marketing applications) to include the following: consistency of expression, logical organization and development, readability, appropriate formatting and conformity to grammar and style to customer standards.

The Medical Editor will format and proofread documents written by FDA scientists, format data tables, and create new data tables using data derived from regulatory submissions to the FDA. The position requires the ability to use a style guide to apply language and formatting standards, and a willingness to learn advanced features of Microsoft Word. Preferred candidates will have education or experience in a scientific or healthcare field.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • None.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

As a Medical Editor your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Formatting and proofreading documents written by FDA scientists.
  • Becoming familiar with a style guide and applying formatting and language standards consistently; making decisions regarding elements of style not mentioned in the style guide and apply such decisions uniformly throughout a document.
  • Identifying errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation; correct tone, flow, verb tense, and style.
  • Recognizing and correcting inconsistent use of scientific terms used in text or data tables.
  • Using Microsoft Word styles and field-coded captions to ensure the functionality of automated tables of contents and lists of tables and figures.
  • Inserting and managing citations and references; creating lists of abbreviations and ensuring correct use of acronyms and abbreviations within documents.
  • Formatting data tables; creating and populating data tables using data derived from regulatory submissions to the FDA.
  • Creating and maintaining consistently formatted document templates.
  • Communicating efficiently and effectively with FDA scientists regarding requirements and timelines for editing projects.
  • Performing routine quality checks on work performed by other copyeditors.
  • Providing support for the onboarding and training of new copyeditors as needed.
  • Creating and maintaining internal documents such as style guides, process documents, and training materials.

Required Experience and Skills:

  • Adept with English grammar, spelling, punctuation.
  • Ability to read and understand a data table.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Word including track changes.
  • Attention to detail (e.g., ability to recognize an extra space between words or in the cell of a data table).

Desired Experience and Skills:

  • Work experience as a copyeditor.
  • Savvy with Microsoft Word features such as styles, captioning, and cross-referencing.
  • Experience in healthcare, laboratory, or pharmaceutical industry.
  • Ability to understand medical literature such as journal articles.
  • Ability to fact-check scientific writing and data.
  • Familiarity with a style guide (e.g., AP, AMA).
  • Familiarity with Section 508 compliance.
  • Experience with Visual Basic, SharePoint, EndNote, Adobe Acrobat, Excel, PowerPoint.

Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree required.
  • Bachelor's Degree in a Scientific or Health field preferred.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

  • None.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to sit and work with a computer for prolonged periods of time.

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