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Job DescriptionEditor - Authored Works Review

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Contract Period: Dec 2026 - Nov 2027
Onsite only in Bethesda, MD
Pay Rate: $50 - $60/hr.


A premier top-tier federal medical center is seeking an Editor – Authored Works Review to uphold the highest standards of editorial excellence, accuracy, and professionalism across its official written communications.


The Editor will oversee the full editorial lifecycle of public-facing materials, including articles, reports, website content, leadership messaging, and other authored works. Key responsibilities include substantive editing, fact-checking, coordinating stakeholder reviews, and managing clearance and final approval processes to ensure all publications align with the command’s standards, messaging priorities, and institutional voice.


Minimum / Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or related field
5+ years of professional editing, copyediting, or technical-writing experience, preferably including medical research, public policy, or military doctrine
Exceptional command of English grammar, punctuation, and Associated Press (AP) Style
Proven experience in healthcare communications, military public affairs, or similar regulated, high-visibility environment
Thorough understanding of HIPAA and PHI safeguarding requirements
Project-management experience, including editorial calendars and multi-author publications
Meticulous attention to detail and strong ethical commitment to accuracy and source verification



Key Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end editorial lifecycle for articles, reports, web content, and leadership messaging, including editorial calendars and multi-stage review tracking
Perform detailed editing and proofreading for clarity, accuracy, grammar, AP Style, command style guides, and applicable regulations
Conduct rigorous fact-checking and source verification for claims, statistics, and medical information, coordinating with subject-matter experts
Coordinate feedback and revisions among authors, SMEs, legal counsel, and public-affairs leadership
Develop, maintain, and enforce organizational style guidance to ensure a consistent professional voice
Manage final clearance and present finalized materials for senior Public Affairs approval prior to release



This is a one-year contract opportunity working full-time hours, on-site in Bethesda, MD. There's an option for an additional two-year contract. Remote work is not available


To apply, please submit your resume and portfolio link/case studies for consideration.


We receive a high volume of applications, so we're unable to respond individually. If your qualifications align, we'll reach out by phone, email, or text. Message and data rates may apply.


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