Fortrea is a leading global organization dedicated to providing high-quality clinical research and pharmaceutical services. With a commitment to excellence, we partner with clients to deliver innovative solutions that meet regulatory standards and improve patient outcomes. Our team of experts ensures that every document, report, and communication is precise, clear, and compliant with industry guidelines.
At Fortrea, we foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and customer-centricity. Join us in making a difference in the pharmaceutical and clinical research industry.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Editing Specialist to join our team in Mumbai. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in life sciences, excellent command of the English language, and experience in editing scientific, regulatory, and safety documents. This role is critical in ensuring the accuracy, clarity, and compliance of all documents delivered to internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Proofread, edit, and compile safety, regulatory, and scientific documents to ensure they are grammatically correct, well-structured, and free of errors.
- Provide editorial oversight and review of reports prepared by authors, ensuring adherence to company or client conventions, styles, and formats.
- Assist in the development of standard language for documents and compile electronic versions of final reports, including PDF creation, bookmarking, and hyperlinking.
- Format final documents and facilitate editor meetings as needed.
- Mentor and train new editors and writers on style guides and best practices.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency within the editing team.
- Communicate and coordinate with internal and external clients to gather necessary inputs and ensure timely delivery of high-quality documents.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, Good Pharmacovigilance Practices (GVP), and ICH GCP guidelines.
- Promote a culture of high customer service and accountability for deliverables.
Qualifications:
Minimum Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or equivalent. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
- Excellent command of written and spoken English.
- Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements, GVP, and ICH GCP guidelines.
- Proficiency in MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, and related software.
- Scientific or clinical research experience is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree (e.g., Master’s or PhD) in life sciences or related field.
- At least 2 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with 1 year in editing.
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
- This is an office-based or remote position.
- The role requires attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
