Copy Writer, Editor – Contractor

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

📋 Description

• Develop, support, and enhance communications for ASCP BOC operations and stakeholders.

• Create, assess, and manage content for the ASCP BOC website, social media platforms, email, newsletters, and other materials.

• Act as the primary custodian of written, visual, and multimedia communication standards.

• Perform editorial reviews and ensure content quality for both internal and external communications.

• Examine credentialing examination questions for grammar, punctuation, spelling, consistency, and formatting.

• Utilize AP Style, AMA Manual of Style, branding standards, organizational terminology, and messaging frameworks.

• Collaborate with the Executive Director and leadership team to uphold a cohesive organizational voice.

• Work alongside Credentialing Services, Examination Excellence, and Operations teams on communication efforts.

• Establish editorial workflows, review methods, and quality control processes.

• Review and refine communications for readability, tone, accessibility, inclusivity, brand consistency, and appropriateness for the audience.

• Maintain and enhance style guides, templates, editorial resources, and content governance documentation.

• Offer advice to the team on communication practices, audience engagement, message framing, and content creation.

• Provide editorial support for visual, video, multimedia, and digital assets.

• Manage asset libraries, communication templates, presentation repositories, and content management resources.

• Conduct periodic audits of communications, digital platforms, shared resources, and materials directed at stakeholders.

• Deliver training, coaching, and consultation on editorial standards and best practices in communication.

• Suggest enhancements to communication processes, standards, templates, and governance practices.

⛳️ Requirements

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Proficient grammar and vocabulary in both verbal and written contexts.

• Effective time management and organizational abilities.

• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.

• Capability to identify issues, explore alternatives, consult with peers, and implement solutions.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

• Dependable and punctual.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint.

• Understanding of safe and ethical AI tools.

• Associate’s or bachelor's degree is required.

• Preferred experience or educational background in medical laboratory science, pathology, laboratory medicine, healthcare, or a related field.

• Demonstrated experience in reviewing and editing examination questions in laboratory medicine, pathology, or related areas is preferred.

• Experience in applying communication and de-escalation strategies to address constituent inquiries and concerns is preferred.

• ASCP BOC credential holders are strongly encouraged to apply.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

• Supportive work environment that values collaboration and innovation.