Biomedical Editors (Part Time on Call)

Type of Requisition:

Pipeline

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

None

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Science and Research

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Editing, Medical Writing, Microsoft Office, Scientific Writing

Certifications:

None

Experience:

2 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

No

Job Description:

Biomedical Editors (Part Time on Call) 

GDIT assists federal, state, and private grant-funding agencies helping them identify the most promising research projects to fund by conducting a fair and thorough assessment of scientific merit by a panel of expert reviewers.  GDIT has the capability of working with a diverse portfolio of biomedical research programs. 

This position entails performing quality control reviews of scientific documents. Biomedical Editors (BMEs) collaborate closely with scientific and non-scientific staff to produce scientific documents for delivery to our clients.

The primary job function will be to ensure the quality of all scientific content of documents prepared by other team members with a focus on clarity, accuracy, completeness, and consistency while maintaining compliance with client requirements for all our deliverables. BMEs may perform other related duties as required or assigned and provide writing and editorial support as needed.

The ideal candidates will have experience working in the science or health publications field. We are looking for biomedical scientists with at least 2 years of scientific/medical writing and/or editing experience. This is an intermittent, fully remote position with flexible hours. Candidates should not have a current research grant or be a member of a research team applying for grants. To remain in good standing on the team, BMEs will typically work on a minimum of 4-5 projects per year after training is completed. High performers work significant number of projects above the minimum. Candidates should be available to work a minimum of 10 hours per week when receiving an assignment, which can last 4-8 weeks in a row.

Required Qualifications:

• PhD
• Minimum 2 years of scientific/medical writing and/or editorial experience in the life sciences or medical industries
• Superior writing skills with full grasp of grammar, spelling, and style rules. Ability to comply with quality standards guidelines and factual accuracy as required in our projects
• Expert MS Office skills
• Ability to successfully manage simultaneous tasks/projects to completion within prescribed deadlines and with meticulous attention to detail

Desired Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in scientific/medical writing
• Goals/results oriented and thrive in a fast paced and matrixed environment. Able to work independently
• Ability to work collaboratively and to effectively maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and managers from diverse professional backgrounds

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
● Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
● Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
● Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
● Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in science and research at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your curiosity for discovery and innovation.

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $53.44 - $72.30. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

8

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Remote

Work Location:

Any Location / Remote

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options