Scientific Copyeditor
Scientific Copyeditor
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10-04-2025
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About JMIR Publications
Join our team and be part of a dynamic organization dedicated to advancing health care research through open access publishing.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced meticulous and highly efficient individual to join our team as Scientific Copyeditor for a fulltime position. In this dynamic role you will play a crucial part in ensuring the quality and accuracy of academic research manuscripts before publication. Your primary job responsibilities will encompass copyediting manuscripts for language style formatting and accuracy as well as conducting quality control checks on copyedited manuscripts.
If you have a passion for health care research a keen eye for detail and a desire to make a meaningful contribution in scholarly publishing we encourage you to apply.
This is an inhouse staff role that allows you to work remotely with the exception of occasional inperson meetings at our downtown Toronto office. We invite applications from eligible candidates currently residing in or around the Greater Toronto Area (Ontario Canada).
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelors degree or higher preferably in a STEM field
Experience
- Two or more years of experience copyediting research manuscripts (in English)
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in academic and research writing conventions encompassing reference styles statistical reporting and ethical considerations
- Knowledge of the American Medical Association (AMA) Manual of Style: A Guide for Authors and Editors 11th Edition)
- Proficiency in MS Word (including Track Changes) Google Suite and other relevant tools
Additional Desirable Skills
- Strong knowledge of scholarly publishing workflows and processes
- Experience with webbased editing systems is a plus
- Sound understanding of statistical reporting in medicine
Competencies
- Advanced written and verbal English language skills
- Resultsoriented approach
- Detail oriented
- Affinity toward technology and computer literacy
- Excellent time management and ability to work independently
- Flexibility and ability to pivot between tasks to effectively prioritize assignments
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Scope of work includes but is not limited to the following:
- Copyediting and formatting: Copyediting manuscripts particularly those written by nonnative Englishspeaking or ESL authors to enhance language clarity grammatical accuracy readability stylistic consistency and formatting. Use our integrated reference software to check revise and format references for accuracy and consistency. Consistently meet monthly productivity targets.
- Content evaluation: Assess manuscripts for overall clarity and logical flow and identify potential areas for improvement or clarification. Verify the completeness and face validity of statistical reporting in manuscripts.
- Issue resolution: Collaborate with authors peers and other internal stakeholders to resolve complex or nuanced problems in a timely manner.
- Publication readiness checks: Ensure manuscripts are fully prepared for final proofreading and production stages adhering to journal guidelines and the AMA Manual of Style.
- Process improvement: Collaborate with the supervisor/manager to continually update internal style guides and make suggestions to optimize workflow and processes.
- Quality control reviews (as needed): Conduct quality control checks on copyedited manuscripts and share constructive feedback with the copyeditor.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary: Commensurate with experience.
- Professional Development: Onthejob training and mentorship. Opportunities for ongoing learning and growth.
- Collaborative Environment: Work with a dedicated and supportive team.
- Paid wellness days.
- Medical and Dental Health Coverage.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
1. An uptodate CV and/or resume (MS Word or PDF)
2. A cover letter (MS Word or PDF) outlining your qualifications current location availability and why you would be a good fit for this position
If your application is shortlisted we will contact you for the next steps. The recruitment process comprises a written assessment a phone interview with our HR representative and a video interview with the hiring manager.
We wish to thank all those who apply; however only those individuals whose skills and experience most closely match our requirements will be contacted by a member of our team.
We are committed to a diverse workforce and maintaining a learning and working environment that is welcoming to all.
Employment Type
Full-Time
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