Copy Editor

About the role

The Copy Editor is responsible for copy editing, formatting, and preparing manuscripts for the AVMA’s two scientific journals – the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association (JAVMA) and the American Journal of Veterinary Research (AJVR) – as well as other AVMA publications. This role reports to the Associate Director (Managing Editor) and is based at AVMA Headquarters in Schaumburg, Illinois, a northwest suburb of Chicago.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, or a related field
• Previous experience in an office environment; association experience and an editorial/writing background is a plus
• Experience working with the AMA Manual of Style is a plus
• Excellent proofreading, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to meet multiple deadlines
• Knowledge of medical terminology is a plus
• Strong computer skills with commonly used applications, such as Microsoft Office; experience with content management software
• Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours, as needed

Benefits

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability)
• HSA, FSA, and commuter plans
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous paid time-off: vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays, and floating holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition and professional certification reimbursement
• Pet insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Supportive and flexible hybrid work environment with 37.5-hour workweeks

Pay

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $52,000 - $59,000. Compensation decisions consider a wide range of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, certifications, geographic location, business needs, and organizational policies. Additionally, pay equity is considered in relation to internal team members as part of any final offer.

About the AVMA

Headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois, with an additional office in Washington, D.C., the AVMA is a national not-for-profit association established in 1863, representing over 111,000 veterinarians working in private and corporate practice, government, industry, academia, and uniformed services. The AVMA acts as a collective voice for its membership, providing resources, advocacy, continuing education, quality publications, and member discounts. The organization is governed by an 18-member Board of Directors, operates with a $50M+ annual budget, and employs over 170 staff members.