Job Description:
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Medical Editing presents doctors (with an MBBS degree) proficient in the English language and passionate about communicating science with the opportunity to work in an exciting, high-growth industry outside the clinical sphere. Medical Editors use their understanding of the subject matter, the medical industry, and publication norms to convert complex scientific content into error-free, publication-ready documents that are both scientifically and linguistically accurate.
At CACTUS, Medical Editors are part of the Medical Writing team that specializes in providing scientifically rigorous medical and scientific writing services for pharmaceutical corporations, clinical research organizations, and researchers worldwide. We are looking for doctors to join our team of world-class medical editors and work in a dynamic, fast-paced global environment.
Job responsibilities of a Medical Editor
As a Medical Editor at CACTUS, you will be required to
Ensure timely delivery of error-free, high-quality medical documents (manuscripts, posters, abstracts, presentations, etc.) that meet international standards of written English by
1) Correcting errors in grammar, style, and syntax
2) Ensuring accuracy of the data and content presented
3) Identifying and fixing flaws in logic and flow
4) Following style guides/templates provided by the client
Work with the Managing Editor to develop best-practice-driven internal standards
Help Medical Writers upgrade their English-language skills
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For any questions and concerns, email Siddharth Dikhale at editor@cactusglobal.com.
Salary: Not Disclosed by Recruiter
Industry:Pharma / Biotech / Clinical Research
Functional Area:Medical , Healthcare , R&D , Pharmaceuticals , Biotechnology
Role Category:Drug Regulatory Affairs/Documentation
Role:Documentation/Medical Writing
Employment Type: Permanent Job, Full Time
Keyskills:
Medical Writing Scientific Writing Clinical Research English Language healthcare editing pharma science pharmaceutical subject matter expert medical document medical editor public health
Desired Candidate Profile:
You fit the bill if you have
MBBS/MD with good understanding of clinical research and medical communications
High level of attention to detail and superior English-language skills
Basic knowledge of biostatistics
Literature reviewing and evaluation capabilities
Ability to multi-task and work under tight timelines
Proficient with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Education-
UG: MBBS – Medicine, B.Sc – Microbiology, BHMS – Any Specialization, Homeopathy, Other, BDS – Dentistry, BAMS – Any Specialization, Ayurveda, Other, B.Pharma – Pharmacy
PG:Medical-MS/MD – Any Specialization, MS/M.Sc(Science) – Biotechnology, Microbiology, M.Pharma – Pharmacy, MDS, MVSC – Veterinary Science
Doctorate:Ph.D – Biomedical, Biotechnology, Medicine, M.Phil. – Biomedical, Biotechnology, Medicine
Company Profile:
Cactus Communications
Cactus Communications is a leading provider of scientific communication services to more than 60,000 clients across 116 countries. In line with its mission-to enable growth through effective communication-CACTUS offers specialist academic editing, medical communications, publication support, transcription, translation, and training services to individuals and corporations across sectors such as academia, publishing, and pharmaceuticals.
Combining the rich experience of a multi-national, multi-functional team; the peerless capabilities of over 1400 language and business professionals; and ingenious technological innovation, CACTUS helps researchers, journals, universities, and corporations achieve their publication goals. The CACTUS culture is an eclectic yet inclusive one, where people from different countries and professional backgrounds come together to form a global team that pursues excellence, prizes integrity, and works as a unified client-focused organization.
Offices
United States | Japan | Brazil | India | South Korea | Taiwan | China
Awards and Recognition
*2014: Ranked 1st in the Professional Services category and as India’s 10th best workplace overall in the Great Place to Work Institute survey (Ranked among top 20 from 2011- 2013)
*2010: Red Herring Global 100 Award, for innovation in business
*2008: Featured among the Top 15 Exciting Emerging Companies 2008, in a NASSCOM survey
Recruiter Name:Siddharth Dikhale
Contact Company:Cactus Communications Pvt Ltd
Address:510, Shalimar Morya ParkPlot – B2, Off Link RoadMumbaiMUMBAI,Maharashtra,India 400053
Website:http://www.cactusglobal.com
Telephone:671471717