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Editorial Assistant

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Research & Development
    Media & Journalism
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need a degree in Life Sciences or English, strong communication skills, attention to detail, time management, basic software proficiency, and an understanding of healthcare marketing.
  • You will support editorial projects, manage databases, ensure quality control, collaborate with teams, monitor timelines and budgets, stay updated on industry guidelines, and submit timesheets.

Requirements

  • Motivation, passion and dedication
  • Educated to degree level in Life Sciences or English Language
  • Very good attention to detail
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the confidence to liaise and build relationships with multiple stakeholders
  • Good time management and organizational skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Basic competency in PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe
  • Basic database competency (eg Datavision, iEnvision, Veeva) desirable
  • Basic understanding of the purpose/aims of healthcare marketing/communications

Responsibilities

  • Providing day-to-day support on all types of editorial projects
  • Providing accurate and timely database management and support (Datavision, iEnvision, Veeva, etc)
  • Ensuring that quality control is paramount across all materials produced by OPEN Health
  • Collaborating with appropriate members of the OPEN Health team (medical & scientific, client and creative services) on a wide range of projects
  • Ensuring awareness of editorial processes, such as booking and briefing of work, and estimated timelines/budgets for all job types
  • Flagging potential time or budget issues and out of scope work as required to line manager or resource coordinator
  • Developing an understanding of various therapy areas and client brands
  • Keeping abreast of all relevant industry guidelines
  • Participating in internal status meetings, and external meetings where required
  • Participating in brainstorms and internal team discussions
  • Submitting accurate and timely timesheets

FAQs

What is the role of the Editorial Assistant at OPEN Health?

The Editorial Assistant provides high-quality editorial and administrative support across a range of client deliverables and accounts under the supervision of senior colleagues.

What qualifications are needed for the Editorial Assistant position?

Candidates should be educated to degree level in Life Sciences or English Language and possess motivation, passion, and dedication.

What skills are essential for this role?

Essential skills include strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills, attention to detail, time management, and basic competency in software like PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and basic database tools.

What are the primary responsibilities of an Editorial Assistant?

Responsibilities include providing day-to-day support on editorial projects, database management, ensuring quality control, collaborating with team members, and flagging potential time or budget issues.

Is prior experience in healthcare marketing required for this role?

While not explicitly required, a basic understanding of the purpose and aims of healthcare marketing/communications is desirable.

What is the work environment like at OPEN Health?

OPEN Health offers a global, collaborative environment with a commitment to improving health outcomes and patient wellbeing, alongside a diverse and inclusive culture.

Are there opportunities for career development in this position?

Yes, OPEN Health provides ongoing training and development opportunities to foster and shape individual career paths.

What benefits does OPEN Health offer to employees?

Benefits include competitive pay, generous paid vacation and holidays, a comprehensive benefits program, and a commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility.

Is travel required for this position?

Travel may be required as per business needs.

How does OPEN Health promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

OPEN Health promotes a diverse and inclusive culture that encourages employees to bring their whole selves to work and does not discriminate based on various factors as outlined in the job description.

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Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

OPEN Health unites deep scientific knowledge with wide-ranging specialist expertise to unlock possibilities that improve health outcomes and patient wellbeing. Working in partnership with our clients, we embrace our different perspectives and strengths to deliver fresh thinking and solutions that make a difference. OPEN Health is a flexible global organization that solves complex healthcare challenges across HEOR and market access, medical communications and creative omnichannel campaigns.

Benefits

  • Pension Plan

  • Performance Bonus

  • Health Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Income Protection

  • Health Cash Plan

  • Critical Illness Cover