Academic Writer/Editor

About the role

Writes and/or edits promotion packets (CV, templates/letters, annotated bibliographies, synopses) to the standards of the Department Chair, Promotions Committee co-chairs, and HMS. Works with faculty members, assistants, and division staff to ensure that content and format are correct and concise. Responsible for continuity in all documents.

Responsibilities

• Reviews all solicited faculty referee letters to provide overall summary of content, earmarking any negative content.
• Provides detailed review of faculty CVs for content and conformity with HMS policies and format.
• Instructs individual faculty members and administrative staff on specific recommendations and details.
• Makes recommendations to faculty members to ensure that the edited CV fully reflects their accomplishments.
• Performs research of internet sources, including Google, PubMed, Harvard Catalyst, and other resources to collect publicly available information and cross-reference with the entries on promotion materials.
• Obtains information on hospital and HMS appointment history. Identifies discrepancies to be addressed.
• Participates in virtual workshops, offering detailed feedback on pre-circulated promotion materials for conformity with HMS format and advising individual faculty on revisions to accurately reflect their accomplishments in alignment with HMS promotion criteria.
• Works with Senior Academic Writer/Editor and Manager to develop and deliver education and training programs related to the preparation of promotion materials and geared to faculty members and division administrative contacts.
• Helps to create and edit presentations, outlines, and models of documents and to distribute in-person, online, and through a shared drive for use by Faculty Services Office staff and division contacts.
• Sets up “DOM PC” folders in Dropbox for candidates in assigned divisions going to monthly committee meeting.
• Works on special projects for the DOM to offer editorial contributions to special department projects (e.g. Annual Report) that draw on their knowledge about divisions and the department.
• Meets with Senior Academic Writer/Editor and Manager bi-weekly to review issues/status updates.
• Other special duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree
• Communications required or Bachelor's Degree
• Writing required or Bachelor's Degree
• Related Field of Study required
• Licenses and Credentials: Experience experience in editing or proofreading 1-2 years required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and excellent proofreading skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with Chicago Manual of Style or AP Stylebook.
• Knowledge of editing software such as Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

• Remote Type: Hybrid
• Work Location: 1620 Tremont Street
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Employee Type: Regular
• Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$53,040.00 - $75,888.80/Annual

Grade

5

EEO Statement

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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