Technical Editor Associate
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Technical Editor Associate at GDIT performing copyediting for Department of Defense-funded scientific documents. Collaborating with remote teams using style guides and detail-oriented editing processes.
Responsibilities:
- Perform full-read copyediting of scientific peer review documents for grammar, punctuation, spelling, capitalization, formatting, and consistency
- Apply AMA-based style guidance and program-specific editorial instructions accurately and consistently
- Use sound editorial judgment to make minimal, rule-based edits while preserving reviewer voice, scientific meaning, and intended meaning
- Recognize when an issue falls outside editorial scope and flag or query it appropriately rather than rewriting beyond purview
- Verify limited factual elements against source materials when instructed, following established editorial guidance
- Use Microsoft Word Track Changes and comment bubbles to edit transparently and communicate issues clearly to downstream teams
- Work within a structured, high-volume workflow that requires sustained focus, careful attention to detail, and consistent follow-through
- Receive and apply editorial feedback across assignments to strengthen consistency and adherence to team standards
- Communicate professionally and collaborate effectively within a fully remote editorial team supporting federally funded biomedical research programs.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, a science-related field, or a related discipline; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- At least 1 year of relevant editing experience, or an appropriate combination of editing experience and education
- Strong copyediting skills in grammar, punctuation, spelling, capitalization, and consistency
- Familiarity with the AMA Manual of Style
- Demonstrated ability to follow detailed style guidance and program-specific instructions with accuracy
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365, particularly Word and Outlook
- Experience using Track Changes and comment-based workflows in Word
- Strong written communication skills, including the ability to write clear and concise editorial queries and comments
- Ability to maintain concentration and accuracy across full document reads of dense or repetitive material
- Ability to manage time reliably and work within target levels of effort without sacrificing editorial quality.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
- 401K with company match
- Paid time off (including vacation, sick, personal days, holidays)
- Paid parental leave
- Military leave
- Bereavement leave
- Jury duty leave
- Flexible work week options
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