Senior Clinical Editor

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.

As a Senior Medical Editor at ICON, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, clarity, and quality of scientific documents and publications related to clinical trials.

What You Will Do
Your experience in editorial and content services will be key in delivering high-quality outcomes and mentoring colleagues.
Key responsibilities include

• Editing and proofreading a wide range of scientific documents, including clinical study reports, regulatory submissions, publications, and presentations, ensuring adherence to quality standards and consistency.
• Collaborating with medical writers to improve the clarity and effectiveness of scientific content, providing guidance on structure, style, and language.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, guidelines, and best practices in medical writing and publishing.
• Providing mentorship and training to junior editors and medical writers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence in scientific communication.
• Conducting thorough fact-checking and verification of data to ensure accuracy and reliability of published materials.
• Staying updated with industry trends, regulatory changes, and advancements in medical writing and editing practices.
• Participating in the development and implementation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to document editing and quality control.

Your Profile
You will have a strong foundation in editorial and content services, with the experience to work independently and guide others.
Required qualifications and experience

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline or communications-related field
• Extensive experience in medical editing, with a strong understanding of clinical research and regulatory documentation. Experience with CSRs and submission documents editing.
• Exceptional editing and proofreading skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to enhance the clarity and impact of scientific content.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology and scientific writing conventions, with experience in using editing style guides.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in editing software and tools, as well as document management systems.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

ICON is an award-winning workplace that enables you to make a difference to patients’ lives by being part of a world-class clinical research organisation that helps deliver new medicines & medical devices that are benefitting patients worldwide. You are also part of a diverse company that cares about our world and is dedicated to conducting business more sustainably and supporting the communities in which we live.

If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a great environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.