Description
Who is USP?
The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is an independent scientific organization that collaborates with the world's top authorities in health and science to develop quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients. USP's fundamental belief that Equity = Excellence manifests in our core value of Passion for Quality through our more than 1,300 hard-working professionals across twenty global locations to deliver the mission to strengthen the supply of safe, quality medicines and supplements worldwide.
At USP, we value inclusivity for all. We recognize the importance of building an organizational culture with meaningful opportunities for mentorship and professional growth. From the standards we create, the partnerships we build, and the conversations we foster, we affirm the value of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in building a world where everyone can be confident of quality in health and healthcare.
USP is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer (EEOE) and affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment in all aspects of our work—an environment where every employee feels fully empowered and valued irrespective of, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, physical and mental abilities, education, religion, gender identity, and expression, life experience, sexual orientation, country of origin, regional differences, work experience, and family status. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.
Brief Job Overview
This is a non-supervisory, deadline-driven position responsible for performing various high-impact editorial functions for the publication of USP documentary standards. The Senior Scientific Editor reviews USP documents for accuracy, correct structure, style, grammar, syntax, referencing, and readability. The incumbent in this role will regularly collaborate with scientific experts and documentary standard scientists to ensure quality, clarity, and consistency of work. The Senior Scientific Editor will participate in various meetings to ensure the timely completion of work as outlined by the Master schedule. The Senior Scientific Editor is also responsible for mentoring junior editors as needed, and needed and participates in or oversees special projects as time and opportunities permit. The incumbent contributes to the overall success of the organization by producing high quality products on schedule that meet the needs of the end users.
How will YOU create impact here at USP?
In this role at USP, you contribute to USP's public health mission of increasing equitable access to high-quality, safe medicine and improving global health through public standards and related programs. In addition, as part of our commitment to our employees, Global, People, and Culture, in partnership with the Equity Office, regularly invests in the professional development of all people managers. This includes training in inclusive management styles and other competencies necessary to ensure engaged and productive work environments.
The Scientific Editor Has The Following Responsibilities
- Edits complex and high-volume scientific materials across various USP publications/products and is responsible for improving and maintaining high quality standards of USP publications.
- Performs substantive, developmental reviews of scientific content for structure, clarity, and accuracy in collaboration with scientific staff.
- Copyedits scientific content so that it is well written and complies with USP style. Ensures that grammar, syntax, and spelling are correct and prepares these documents for transfer to production.
- Uses standardized checklists and procedures to ensure adherence to established quality standards.
- Serves as an editorial subject matter expert and displays specialized knowledge for assigned publication content and tasks.
- Displays critical thinking and scientific communication expertise, using diplomacy and tact to build consensus and bring open items to closure.
- Carefully documents revision history and decisions to facilitate knowledge management best practices and adherence to SOPs.
- Identifies and implements necessary product and style improvements, communicating changes with stakeholders.
- Performs other duties as required/assigned
Who is USP Looking For?
The Successful Candidate Will Have a Demonstrated Understanding Of Our Mission, Commitment To Excellence Through Inclusive And Equitable Behaviors And Practices, Ability To Quickly Build Credibility With Stakeholders, Along With The Following Competencies And Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a life science, or an equivalent combination of training and experience required.
- At least 2 years editing scientific, technical, or medical materials, including long-form research-based articles or analytical reports.
Additional Desired Preferences
- Expert-level knowledge of grammar, spelling, and application of in-house style guides.
- Expertise with navigating content management systems, electronic workflows, and utilizing electronic work tracking tools. Knowledge and/or use of SGML, DITA, XML, or HTML.
- Demonstrated computer skills in a PC environment, along with proficiency in computer applications including Microsoft Word and Excel, Adobe Acrobat Professional, and an HTML or XML editor, utilizing track changes and reviewing tools in such programs.
- Advanced knowledge of pharmaceutical and scientific research concepts and advanced understanding of scientific data analysis.
- Proficiency in a virtual environment, with ability to facilitate and participate in hybrid meetings, and use of virtual communications software (Outlook, Teams, Slack).
- Significant experience communicating scientific and/or technical concepts within defined formats.
- Thrives in a results-oriented, deadline-driven environment.
- Keen eye for detail.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including developing and delivering presentations when needed.
- Has the ability to:
- Navigate multi-layered publications systems and processes.
- Work under and meet tight deadlines.
- Effectively multi-task.
- Work and research problems independently when appropriate, and yet understand when to escalate issues.
- Establish effective working relationships in a team setting through active participation.
- Model high quality standards.
- Consider and share ideas for process or product improvements.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None, this is an individual contributor role.
Benefits
USP provides the benefits to protect yourself and your family today and tomorrow. From company-paid time off and comprehensive healthcare options to retirement savings, you can have peace of mind that your personal and financial well-being is protected.
Compensation
Base Salary Range: USD $63,000.00 - $80,000.00 annually.
Target Annual Bonus: % Varies based on level of role.
Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate’s skill set, experience, qualifications, equity, and other job-related reasons.
Note: USP does not accept unsolicited resumes from 3rd party recruitment agencies and is not responsible for fees from recruiters or other agencies except under specific written agreement with USP.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Job Category Publications
Job Type Full-Time
