Job Information
College of American Pathologists Editor I in Northfield, Illinois
Who we are? As the world's largest organization of board-certified pathologists and leading provider of laboratory accreditation and proficiency testing programs, the College of American Pathologists (CAP) serves patients, pathologists, and the public by fostering and advocating excellence in the practice of pathology and laboratory medicine worldwide.
Our Culture
CAP employees make a meaningful difference by partnering with colleagues customers and members on challenging and rewarding work
CAP provides its employees with an energetic and collaborative work environment and encourage opportunities to further develop their skills—offering reimbursement for educational programs and participation in events that enhance your skills
We offer a generous compensation and benefits package, 401K, and more
Brief Description
The Editor I is responsible for:
Carrying out editorial functions for the proficiency testing (PT) department. Edits assigned copy and proofreads kit materials.
Content decisions pertaining to copy within the PT materials, partnering with technical staff as appropriate.
Maintaining a high degree of accuracy in area of expertise.
Specific Duties
Primary duties and responsibilities:
Edits and proofreads technical copy and other CAP documents for clarity, readability, and consistency, while maintaining department deadlines.
Makes recommendations designed to streamline product for customer use by effectively communicating and taking an active role in meetings.
Proofreads technical copy and other company forms for accuracy, grammatical correctness, format, placement of text, functionality.
Verifies medical terms, drug names, units of measure, reference citations with appropriate technical staff, and proofs text for content flow.
Recognizes and implements quality assurance checks related to content and process efficiency and advises team members on related matters.
Ensures that all appropriate changes are made to kit materials accurately, meeting specified deadlines. Contacts technical specialists or other parties if a program is running behind schedule.
Works with staff across the CAP to develop language for use in the kit instructions and result forms. Incorporates all global changes and standard language made to forms each year.
Must have extensive knowledge of PT product components and be able to distinguish between special needs of a product and author preference. Independently resolves content issues and counsels technical staff when necessary. Resolves issues between author requests and production time constraints.
Clarifies author requests for layout staff.
Negotiates approval of edited copy and incorporates last minute revisions.
Must understand how changes to format and content of forms affect data capture, RF response definition, and form programming.
Communicates with vendors through emails and incorporates their changes into the kit instructions and result forms.
Completes print shop requests and sends PT materials to print on time.
Maintains knowledge of PT web pages and content, proofreads, and edits copy, and submits routine web requests.
Participates in PT program meetings and writes customer-facing communications, as needed.
Knowledge/Skills Required/Preferred
Personal:
Excellent communication skills
Detail-oriented
Quick learner
Deadline-driven
Organized
Professional:
Must have excellent proofreading skills, with exceptional knowledge of grammar and punctuation.
Must be able to prioritize and manage multiple assignments simultaneously and produce quality products.
Must be able to make judgment calls regarding required changes.
Technical:
None
Education/Experience
Additional Criteria
Education
College degree required. Editorial course of study preferred.
Experience
Minimum of two years’ experience in related environment.
Knowledge of scientific concepts, medical terminology, and AMA style helpful.
Related certifications
N/A
This role is based out of the Northfield, IL headquarters and candidates must reside within a reasonable commute to the office.
“The College of American Pathologists requires all new hires in customer-facing roles to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to the first date of employment. If you are unsure whether this position is customer-facing, please inquire with Human Resources. As required by applicable law, The College of American Pathologists will consider requests for Reasonable Accommodations.”
Equal Opportunity Employer The CAP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, ancestry, disability or genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship status, order of protection status, homelessness, or any other characteristic protected by federal law and the applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act Equal Employment Opportunity Employee Polygraph Protection Act
Job Details
Job Family Administration
Pay Type Hourly