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Are you an experienced medical editor looking for a role in which you can take ownership of varied medical communications projects, work closely with collaborative teams, and help deliver high-quality content across a broad range of scientific materials?

The role

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced medical editor based in New Zealand to join our established editing team. In this role, you will edit and proofread a variety of medical communications outputs, including slide decks, abstracts, posters, manuscripts and digital content, managing projects through each stage to finalization. This position would suit someone who enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues across commercial, editorial and design teams, while also having the confidence to work autonomously and lead on complex editing projects.

This role is best suited to someone who is happy to travel to our Auckland office on a weekly basis, although we are also open to considering candidates based remotely within New Zealand.

Key responsibilities

• Edit and proofread a wide range of medical communications materials, ensuring clarity, consistency and accuracy across all deliverables.

• Check grammar, formatting and references, including EndNote management and output style creation.

• Prepare materials for journal and congress submissions, taking ownership of the submission process where required.

• Provide copyright guidance to account teams and oversee permission purchasing processes when applicable.

• Act as lead editor on established accounts, building positive relationships with internal teams and supporting the delivery of large or complex projects.

What you’ll need

• At least 5 years of editing experience, ideally including experience in medical communications.

• A degree-level qualification in English language, linguistics, life sciences or a related discipline.

• A strong command of written and verbal English, with meticulous attention to detail.

• Experience working across a range of document types and programs, including Microsoft Office, Adobe and reference management software, such as EndNote.

• The ability to work autonomously, make sound decisions, manage account team expectations and collaborate effectively across functions.

Why Amiculum?

We’re proud to be a flexible and inclusive employer that provides a supportive working environment. We value creativity and encourage colleagues to offer ideas that further the success of our business.

In return, we offer:

• Remote and hybrid working options as standard

• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities

• Two annual bonus schemes

• 24 days’ annual leave (plus public holidays)

• A generous pension scheme and private health insurance

What's next?

To apply for this role, you must be based in New Zealand and have the right to work in this location.

We ask that all applicants supply a CV and covering letter in support of their application, detailing their experience and interest in working at Amiculum.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are dedicated to making reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment and selection process to accommodate all applicants. If you require any adjustments or have specific needs, please contact Becka or Steven from our Careers team, who will be more than happy to help.
Amiculum is an independent agency that delivers communications and consultancy services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology and health technology companies across the world. For more information about the Amiculum story, please visit our website or contact a member of our careers team.

Job ID: EDI102