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EBSCO Information Services Associate Editor in Topeka, Kansas
EBSCO Information Services (EIS) provides a complete and optimized research solution comprised of e-journals, e-books, and research databases - all combined with the most powerful discovery service to support the information needs and maximize the research experience of our end-users. Headquartered in Ipswich, MA, EIS employs more than 2,700 people worldwide, most now working hybrid or remotely. We are the leader in our field due to our cutting-edge technology, forward-thinking philosophy, and outstanding team. EIS is a company that will motivate you, inspire you, and allow you to grow. Our mission is to transform lives by providing relevant and reliable information when, where, and how people need it. We are looking for bright and creative individuals whose unique differences will allow us to achieve this inclusive mission around the world.
Your Opportunity
DynaMedex (https://www.ebsco.com/clinical-decisions/dynamed-solutions/dynamedex) is a leading online evidence-based point-of-care medical reference. It is a rapidly growing, comprehensive clinical decision resource that provides the most current and useful synthesized evidence and recommendations with the quickest time-to-answer.
The Associate Editor (AE) is responsible for facilitating the publishing workflow and maintaining publication standards for assigned medical specialty content areas. The AE serves as the publishing point person for specific specialty content areas and editorial teams. The role includes communicating with contractors; preparing, sending, and processing various materials to advance content through the publication pipeline; and tracking workflow efforts. In addition to these responsibilities, the AE will contribute publishing expertise and editorial support across the DynaMedex Editorial Team through both collaborative and independent projects.
This is a remote/hybrid position with options to work fully remotely or come to our office in Ipswich, MA.
What You'll Do
Perform advanced editorial functions within medical topics written in XML format using established editorial policies
Perform editing tasks that require varying degrees of critical analysis, problem-solving skills, and independent judgment, both independently and through collaboration with other members of the DynaMedex Editorial Team
Track the publication workflow for assigned specialty content areas
Collaborate with editorial leaders to apply publishing standards to content
Contribute to the development and implementation of editorial policies and workflows that foster consistency across the database (including tag and template structure, editorial and scientific conventions, and writing style)
Complete other duties and projects as assigned by supervisor
About You
≥ 1 year of experience using Microsoft Office, including mastery of Word, Outlook, and Excel
Willingness and ability to learn complex editorial software to edit XML files
Outstanding communication, research, and proofing skills
Experience with or interest in learning medical content and terminology What sets you apart
Working knowledge of editorial workflow concepts, such as linking, tracking changes, and maintaining version control
Flexibility to manage and prioritize multiple variable, project-based assignments
Experience using Microsoft Teams and SharePoint
Experience using XML and/or HTML
Experience using Oxygen (XML editor)
Pay Range
USD $64,160.00 - USD $91,660.00 /Yr.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, sex, pregnancy status, age, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law. (https://careers-ebscoind.icims.com/jobs/1593/associate-editor/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in_iframe=1&hashed=-1834355716)
Location US-Remote
ID 2024-1593
Category Medical Products and Services
Position Type Full-Time Regular
Remote Yes