Consumer Health Writer, Editor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Maryland.

📋 Description

• Supervise the creation of technical reports, manuals, and various other documents.

• Evaluate team deliverables for quality and responsiveness, providing recommendations for enhancements.

• Plan and manage major documentation projects.

• Delegate writing assignments and ensure content aligns with scope and stakeholder requirements.

• Track schedules and budgets while guiding team performance.

• Establish and uphold editorial standards, conducting final reviews.

• Implement corrective measures for content-related issues.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual obligations.

• Lead communication efforts for documentation initiatives.

• Prepare and assess status reports and technical memos.

• Monitor project progress and keep stakeholders updated.

• Maintain the completeness, timeliness, and quality of deliverables.

• Analyze documentation requirements and assess content effectiveness based on feedback and data.

• Oversee technical documentation and publication workflows.

• Enhance editorial processes and streamline team operations.

• Cultivate relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.

• Coordinate efforts across departments.

• Mentor team members and independently manage complex tasks.

• Perform additional job-related responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Over 6 years of relevant experience.

• A minimum of 2 years in medical or consumer health writing and copy-editing.

• Capability to produce intricate technical writing and documentation pertaining to medical or consumer health.

• Competence in conducting research to create accurate and suitable written content.

• Excellent grammatical and punctuation skills.

• Ability to edit materials to satisfy client requirements and adhere to style guides.

• Skill in prioritizing multiple tasks in a dynamic, deadline-oriented environment.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow instructions precisely.

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office productivity software.

• Intermediate experience with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint.

• Must reside in a U.S. location where Ripple Effect can legally employ staff.

• Ripple Effect currently cannot employ individuals whose primary residence is in California, New York, or Puerto Rico.

• Degree in a science or health discipline, particularly with experience on projects related to HIV/AIDS.

• Familiarity with 508 compliance.

• Writing or editing certification(s).

• Experience with federal government contracting, particularly NIH.

• Intermediate knowledge of AI tools, including their limitations, risks, and applications in project management.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• Outstanding benefits.

• Programs designed to support work/life balance and individual preferences.