Editorial Assistant - Healthcare

Position Overview

The Editorial Assistant will support the Senior/Principal Editorial Coordinator by delivering high-quality editorial and administrative assistance across multiple client projects within the healthcare domain.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist daily with various editorial projects ensuring smooth operations.
• Manage and maintain databases accurately and promptly using tools like Datavision, iEnvision, and Veeva.
• Uphold stringent quality standards for all output materials produced by the company.
• Collaborate closely with teams including medical, scientific, client services, and creative departments on diverse projects.
• Understand editorial workflow processes such as work booking, briefing, timelines, and budgeting for different project types.
• Alert line managers about potential scheduling or budgetary challenges and tasks beyond scope.
• Acquire knowledge of multiple therapeutic areas and client brands to enhance editorial competence.
• Stay updated with pertinent industry standards and guidelines.
• Engage actively in internal progress meetings and external client discussions as needed.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and team dialogues to contribute ideas and solutions.
• Ensure timely and precise submission of timesheets.

Candidate Profile

• Demonstrates strong motivation, enthusiasm, and commitment to the role.
• Holds a degree in Life Sciences or English Language.
• Exhibits meticulous attention to detail in all tasks.
• Possesses excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Has confident interpersonal skills to effectively interact with various stakeholders.
• Manages time effectively, organizing multiple priorities to meet deadlines in a dynamic setting.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe products.
• Familiarity with databases such as Datavision, iEnvision, and Veeva is advantageous.
• Basic understanding of healthcare marketing and communications objectives.

Additional Information

• Travel may be required according to business demands.

About the Employer

OPEN Health specializes in integrating innovative minds, scientific advances, and technology to foster meaningful breakthroughs in biopharma. The organization supports medical affairs and market access to streamline pathways to market and enhance global patient outcomes. They uphold a diverse, inclusive workforce and offer competitive remuneration along with comprehensive benefits, paid leave, ongoing professional development, and social responsibility initiatives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

OPEN Health practices non-discrimination based on race, gender, color, religion, age, nationality, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any legally protected category.