Medical Editor (RID144)

Hybrid
Posted Aug 21, 2026
1 position

$64,000–$77,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Medical Editor will review and edit medical communications to ensure accuracy, stylistic consistency, and readability. They will also proofread designs, scripts, and storyboards while collaborating with medical writers to maintain high-quality standards.

Job details

Red Nucleus is hiring a Medical Editor to join our global team! This is ideally hybrid based out of our Toronto office. However, we will consider remote candidates outside of Toronto for the right profile and experience. Our purpose is advancing knowledge to improve lives. We succeed by being the premier provider of strategic learning and development, scientific advisory services, and medical communications solutions for the life sciences industry. Our global team is composed of nearly 800 full-time employees whose commitment to creativity, quality, and on-time delivery is unrivaled in our space. At Red Nucleus, we believe in providing a rich working environment that pushes us to innovate in ways that engages our employees to be their best selves. Our culture is about meaningful work, a true sense of community and fun. We love to celebrate our people and we are proud to have been Internationally recognized as a “Great Place to Work". Job Overview: As a Medical Editor, you will be responsible for copyediting, proofreading, formatting, and offering suggestions for improving the language of scientific abstracts, manuscripts, slide decks, posters, and other client deliverables as well as any other projects as requested from senior editors or other staff members. Responsibilities: Copyediting to ensure consistency and conformance with established grammar, punctuation, and spelling rules, as well as adherence to AMA and client style guidelines Coordinate with rest of editorial team to ensure maintenance of house and client style guides and consistency of editorial reviews Ensure deliverables are of high-quality regarding clarity, accuracy, format, style, and consistency Review layouts to ensure that format, organization, alignment, and spacing of copy and graphics are consistent and adhere to established standards Work within copy deck formats that appropriately record changes, style decisions, source materials, and referencing requirements Review IA/wires/functional spec for branding and flow Complete assignments accurately and by the designated deadlines Work with internal teams in a respectful and productive manner Education: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in English, journalism, or a science-related field Experience: 0-2 years experience as an editor in an agency setting Experience in a science- or mathematics-related field is preferred Editing experience is a plus, especially editing for medical journals/congresses Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong grasp of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling Meticulous eye for detail, both in language and visual presentation Understanding of AMA style is preferred Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities. Outstanding organizational skills and ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines Able to work effectively and independently on multiple tasks within a deadline-oriented, fast paced environment Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Adobe Acrobat Reader; and, ideally, EndNote referencing software Compensation Disclosure: The compensation range for this role is $58,000 to $77,000 CAD. Compensation will be determined based on an applicant’s skills, competencies, experience, and qualifications. Employees may progress within this range over time based on performance, tenure, and internal equity considerations. Red Nucleus Employees may progress within this range over time based on performance, tenure, and internal equity considerations. Diversity, equity and inclusion are valued at Red Nucleus and we believe we have a shared responsibility to provide equal opportunity and foster an inclusive spirit. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, caste, sexual orientation, gender, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. To learn more about working at Red Nucleus, please visit Careers | Red Nucleus #LI-LD1

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have at least three years of experience in copywriting or editing, with a preference for those with pharmaceutical or agency backgrounds. A bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience is required, along with strong attention to detail and excellent written communication skills.