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Publications Specialist

Administrative, Office & Clerical

Linthicum
,
MD
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About the Opportunity

A leading professional medical association is seeking a Publications Specialist to join its publications team. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented editor and writer who enjoys working with medical, scientific, or research-based content.
The Publications Specialist will support a portfolio of print and digital publications through copyediting, proofreading, writing, and publication coordination. The role will also help translate complex clinical topics into clear, engaging content for a physician audience. 

Responsibilities

  • Copyedit and proofread medical, scientific, and organizational content
  • Support the timely production of print and digital publications
  • Assist with medical communications and article development
  • Help translate complex clinical or research topics into clear, understandable content
  • Coordinate with internal departments, authors, and external sponsors
  • Manage multiple projects and deadlines independently
  • Support webinars and other publication-related projects

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • 2+ years of copyediting, proofreading, and/or communications experience
  • Strong knowledge of AMA Style
  • Excellent grammar, spelling, proofreading, and writing skills
  • Familiarity with medical terminology, basic science, or research-based content
  • Medical, scientific, technical, academic, or research writing/editing experience preferred
  • Strong Microsoft Word skills; Wrike experience is a plus
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, collaborative, and self-motivated

Schedule: Full-Time, Hybrid — Tuesdays & Wednesdays On-Site
Pay: 26–28/hour during temporary period
Conversion Salary: 66,000–68,000
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