Editor

WebMD; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health information provider is seeking an Editor for maintaining and developing guideline content aimed at healthcare professionals. The role involves executing the publication process, ensuring content accuracy, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields alongside 2+ years of editorial experience, excellent communication skills, and familiarity with content management systems. This position is based in Greater London and offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of editorial experience in medical or scientific publishing.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with digital publishing platforms.

Responsibilities

• Execute the end-to-end publication process for assigned guideline content.
• Track project progress against monthly content targets.
• Create and finalize content with accuracy and consistency.
• Support the Managing Editor in AI solution implementation.
• Manage relationships with medical experts and content partners.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Editorial judgement

Attention to detail

Project management

SEO knowledge

Understanding of medical terminology

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, English, journalism, or similar

Tools

Content management systems

Google Workspace

AI editing tools

Job description

The Medscape Network, a division of WebMD, is a leading provider of health information services to physicians and other healthcare professionals (HCPs) across the globe. Through our family of online tools and mobile applications, we make it easier for physicians and other HCPs to access top clinical decision support sources, stay abreast of the latest science and clinical information, learn about new treatment options, and earn continuing medical education credits.

Medscape seeks an Editor to contribute to the publication process for developing and maintaining guideline content for HCPs, with attention to content accuracy, relevance, prioritization, resourcing, and process improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Execute the end-to-end publication process for assigned guideline content, ensuring editorial quality, accuracy, and meeting delivery timelines.
• Track project progress against monthly content targets and develop detailed project plans with clear deliverables and resource allocation.
• Create, edit, and finalise content including summarising guidelines, reviewing for accuracy and consistency, fact‑checking and restructuring articles, incorporating corrections, and securing appropriate approvals while maintaining editorial standards.
• Support the Managing Editor in implementing editorial AI solutions and provide feedback for refinement.
• Support the identification of opportunities to integrate guideline‑related content across platforms and optimise content delivery.
• Maintain effective communication with team members and stakeholders, providing regular updates on progress and potential issues.
• Source and suggest topics, guidelines for summarisation, and potential authors for content commissioning.
• Liaise with authors and contributors throughout the commissioning and publishing process.
• Support the Managing Editor in recruiting and managing freelance writers, authors, and reviewers.
• Build and maintain relationships with medical experts and content partners.
• Assist in monitoring content performance through data and analytics to inform editorial strategy.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including editorial operations, marketing, and product management.
• Coordinate freelancer and editorial support staff contributions, setting priorities for efficient project execution.
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI tools for content ideation, drafting and optimisation.
• Evaluate AI‑generated or AI‑assisted content for accuracy, bias, and adherence to evidence‑based best practices.
• Demonstrate excellence in organisational citizenship.

Skills, Requirements, and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in communications, English, journalism, or similar emphasis, professional clinical degree, or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years editorial experience in medical or scientific publishing, with excellent editorial judgement and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and across teams.
• Ability to follow editorial policies and procedures.
• Experience with content management systems.
• Proficiency in productivity and collaboration tools (i.e. Google Workspace).
• Experience with AI tools and technologies, and understanding of ethical use of AI.

• Understanding of clinical content and medical terminology.
• Experience with digital publishing platforms.
• Familiarity with SEO, content strategy, and data analytics.
• Experience with AI‑powered editing tools.

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