About the role

Editorial Assistant – Medical Communications/Publications

Home-Based or Office-Based Role, Flexible Location

At ICON, it’s our people that set us apart.

As a global provider of drug development solutions, our work is serious business. But that doesn’t mean you can’t have fun while you do it. With our vision to be the partner of choice in drug development, we hire only the best and brightest in the industry. Are you one of them?

We are looking for conscientious, resilient, and inspiring individuals to join our team. As an Editorial Assistant, your primary responsibility will be to provide support for all aspects of medical communications across ICON Global Medical Communications (GMC), including assisting with editorial services, library services, and project management. This is an entry-level position. The Editorial Assistant will work closely with the Senior Executive Editor and support the Medical Editors and Senor Medical Editors as assigned.

The Role

Being able to multitask throughout the day and stay focused and organized are key factors to success in this role as well as being able to switch gears as needed to address urgent requests.

Although prior experience is helpful, it is not necessary; ample onboarding, training, and interactive review of assigned work/progress will be provided. Based on this and the overall description, the Editorial Assistant role will fall broadly across the following allocations (as needs may vary, these allocations may be altered as necessary/required). To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

30% of the role is Editorial Services

• Update ICON GMC house editorial style guide as needed
• Assist medical editors with literature searches
• Use iThenticate software to detect potential plagiarism in manuscripts
• Assist with proofreading journal galley pages
• Maintain bibliographic (eg, EndNote) libraries by updating references and deleting duplicates

30% of the role is Project Management

• Manage work coming into the Editorial Services department from internal GMC client account teams as needed
• Monitor and update Editorial Services job site throughout the day
• Communicate with client teams as needed when tasks need to be clarified or deadlines adjusted
• Attend company, team, and department meetings, coming prepared to provide updates on the status of projects
• Record all project time in time tracking system

30% of the role is Library Services

• Create PDF documents (mock submissions) in preparation for manuscripts and abstracts to be submitted to scientific journals and medical congresses
• Download author guidelines from journal/congress sites to internal (SharePoint) submission folders
• Format manuscripts and abstracts for submission to journals/congresses
• Order scientific articles for GMC writers
• Update publication planning slides with the most recent congress dates, locations, and submission deadlines
• Assist with library finances (tracking invoices and credit card payments)  

10% of the role is Administration

• Maintain goals in Performance section of Workday, ICONs self-management tool
• Complete all mandatory training (iLearn) courses and compliance training as required for select clients
• Learn required software (MS Office suite, SharePoint, EndNote, Acrobat Pro, iThenticate) 
• Perform responsibilities in a professional manner, meeting company mission/goals
• Perform any other duties as required or assigned
   

What you need

• Baccalaureate degree or higher in English or Communications required
  • Candidate with Publishing degree a plus
• Applicants who have recently obtained their degree are encouraged to apply
  • Applicants with prior relevant experience in a medical publications/medical communications agency preferred
• Excellent time management skills
• Demonstrable command of the English language (read, write, and speak)
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills
• Being able to problem-solve is essential
• Ability to learn to work with network directories/databases
• Ability to learn and gain proficiency with commonly used software, including but not limited to MS Office suite, SharePoint, EndNote, Acrobat Pro, iThenticate
• The following qualifications are helpful but not required
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical journal content
  • Familiarity with AMA, ICMJE, and GPP guidelines
• An interest in the drug development process and medical communications
• A love of the written word and a desire to see projects through to completion
• A strong desire to be a key part of a global network of services that lead to better outcomes for its clients, its people, and for patients…apply now and Own IT@ICON!

Why join us?

Ongoing development is vital to us, and as an Editorial Assistant, you will have the opportunity to progress your career, with the potential to move into other related areas to enhance your skill set. Our benefits package is competitive, our scope is international, and we genuinely care about our people and their success.

ICON is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/disability/vet/national origin

Reporter

Objective:

The Daily Freeman, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, is seeking a Reporter to join the team!  MediaNews Group offers news reporting and third party advertising and marketing opportunities through its multi-platform products which include: web, mobile, tablet, and print.  We are one of the largest media groups in the U.S., serving high-value audiences and connecting advertisers to them. MNG publishes award-winning content (49 Pulitzers) that amasses and engages a nationwide audience via 800 multi-media platforms including web, mobile, social, and print.  We are transforming the news industry.

Essential Functions: 

• Cover news stories in the Kingston, NY area.

• Versatility is a must, as stories will cover a wide variety of topics, from city and county government to community events.

• Proficient in taking his/her own photos and producing their own videos and must be able to write, take photos and produce videos on deadline and in a fast paced environment.

• Along with producing stories that are assigned, the reporter should also be able to pitch their own story ideas on a regular basis. 

• The candidate must be able to research and develop stories to the utmost accuracy. 

Competencies & Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Associate's degree (with comparable experience) in journalism or related field.

• Experience in reporting breaking news, politics, features, or enterprise is preferred.

• Experience in both photography and video, and a willingness to experiment with new storytelling tools and social media approaches.

• Strong writing across a variety of story types.

• A mindset to put the reader first.

• Some experience in copy editing a bonus.

• Curiosity is a must.

Required Education: 

• Bachelor’s or Associate's degree (with comparable experience) in journalism or related field.

Preferred Education: 

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Required Applications / Platform Knowledge:

• Proficiency or familiarity with Google suite, word processing apps, and Worpress or similar web content management systems.

Job Description

Summary

The NFL Media Group is seeking a versatile seasonal digital producer and editor with advanced skills in After Effects, Photoshop and Premiere. The Digital Video Editor is responsible for executing daily deliverables for NFL+ using game highlights and custom graphics. Will need to have knowledge of All22 footage, rotoscoping and slow mo.

Responsibilities

• Produce and edit a variety of NFL storylines from around the NFL and know how to best tell them to our audience
• Effect editing to turn around cuts quickly.
• Manage the story telling behind each creative output to ensure it is clear, concise, and tailored to our audience.
• Exhibit Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, including advanced skills in using Premiere, After Effects and Photoshop
• Design, build and animate various graphics and elements for NFL+.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, broadcast media, web production or related field preferred

Other Key Attributes / Characteristics

• 5+ years of relevant edit experience
• Experience editing high-end content for social/ digital platforms
• Must follow and have thorough knowledge of the National Football League, associated events and storylines
• Must be able to take complex stories and concisely tell them to our fans
• Must be adaptable and able to work quickly under short deadlines
• High level of attention to detail
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills

Salary / Pay Range

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range. 

Terms / Expected Hours of Work

• Full Time Temporary- 40/hrs per week
• This is a seasonal role, lasting no longer than 7 months.
• The NFL maintains a Flexible Workplace Policy that provides members of our workforce with opportunities to periodically work from a location of their choice, while maintaining a priority on in-person work at an NFL office, which enables us to more effectively collaborate, connect and build a workplace culture that will drive our continued success. 
• The NFL is committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that reflects our incredibly diverse fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.