Editorial Assistant

Editorial Assistant EMJ•3.5 Miami, FL Job Details $42,000•$48,000 a year 20 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Paid time off Qualifications Microsoft Word Collaborate with healthcare professionals Microsoft Excel Writing skills Content editing Content writing English Social media platforms Content scheduling IT Communication skills Entry level Full Job Description We're growing our editorial team and looking for detail-oriented, driven graduates to help us shape the future of medical publishing. This is a hands-on opportunity to join a fast-paced, purpose-driven company producing expert-led content across a range of therapeutic areas. You'll work alongside our international publishing department and Vice President of Content senior editors to deliver high-quality digital content that supports healthcare professionals in the US. Our Editorial Assistants form part of the wider Publishing Department, designed to develop strong foundations in content creation, editorial processes, and medical communications—with clear pathways into more senior roles. What You'll Do Day-to-day journal management of curating content pipelines, conducting peer reviews, tracking progress from commissioning to publication, and ensuring consistency across issues and channels Attend key medical congresses to produce timely congress reviews and coverage and other commissioned content aligned to journal priorities Support content production across journals, news, and social platforms Assist with editing, proofreading, fact-checking, and contributor coordination Liaise with clinicians, academics, and internal teams to manage deadlines and deliverables Maintain editorial calendars and ensure timely publication of content Participate in team meetings and provide creative input across projects Uphold editorial standards and compliance What We're Looking For Biomedical Science or Life Science degree Excellent writing and English language skills Strong IT Skills•MS (Excel and Word) Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills Enthusiastic and dedicated team player Ability to learn quickly and manage/prioritise a high-volume workload linked to tight deadlines Excellent attention to detail and ability to take instruction Adheres to company quality standards Passionate about medical publishing Driven and ambitious individual who has a 'Gold Medal Winner' mindset

What We Offer Career Growth:

Start in an entry-level role with clear development routes

Supportive Team Culture:

Collaborate with mission-led colleagues who value quality and curiosity

Training & Mentorship:

Gain structured onboarding and ongoing development

Meaningful Work:

Contribute to trusted, accessible medical knowledge

Flexible Hybrid Model:

Based in Miami with in-office collaboration and remote flexibility

Benefits:

Paid time off, medical coverage, paid volunteering day

Key Information Salary:

$42,000•48,000 Reports to:

VP of Content Hours:

8.30am•5pm, Mon-Fri Working pattern: Office based

Location:

Hallandale Beach, FL We believe in… Entire buy in: Everyone has loyalty to our vision, values, culture, and the long-term goals of EMJ. We are committed to doing so in a positive and passionate way.

Manage your own stuff:

We all need to be proactive and responsible for our own actions. This will lead to an inspiring place to work that we are all proud of.

Going the extra mile:

Always give your best performance, this will create a team that is different to anything else, full of hard working, gold medal winners.

Application process:

Your CV will be reviewed and if successful, we will be in touch to arrange a telephone call. Following this there will be a 2-stage interview process, one focused on competencies and one on the values.