Associate Editor

Job Description:
• Developing/Formatting enduring PowerPoint decks for video-based educational content
• Generating tables and figures in PowerPoint for text-based educational programming
• Recreating figures, as needed, in Adobe Illustrator and/or Photoshop
• Sourcing appropriate images in image database to augment activity content
• Advising on permission/copyright issues and working with Editorial Assistants to obtain appropriate and timely permissions
• Completing other responsibilities, as assigned


Required Skills:
• Minimum of 2 years’ related work experience in PowerPoint deck creation and formatting, data figure/table generation for medical/scientific presentation for medical education, pharmaceutical advertising, and/or medical communications company
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing
• Experience accessing image databases such as Shutterstock, Getty
• Experience formatting decks for a broad variety of medical therapeutic areas and familiarity with medical/scientific terminology
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to efficiently coordinate and work on multiple tasks simultaneously in a highly deadline-driven environment, while taking into consideration global stakeholders based across multiple time zones
• Ability and desire to meet deadlines and deliver results with minimum supervision by creatively using existing resources in a productive and/or innovative way, to quickly deal with unforeseen issues, and suggesting plausible solutions to ensure that timelines are consistently met
• Self-motivated, positive attitude and very high energy, with a willingness to accept varied assignments
• Exceptional focus on accuracy, attention to detail and consistency of work
• Demonstrable critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and high degree of initiative
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively with members of Editorial Services, Scientific Direction, Program Management, Production and Studio teams
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel)


Desired (not required) Skills:
• College degree in visual arts/design, English, journalism, and/or biological sciences
• Experience with print permissions and copyright requirements
• Experience with continuing medical education materials
• Understanding of ACCME guidelines
• Knowledge of internet technologies; previous online development experience a plus
• Experience with web-based document sharing sites (such as Box)
• Experience using web-based project management tools
• Familiarity with PubMed and other online searchable sites


Education/Certifications:
College degree in visual arts/design, English, journalism, and/or biological sciences
PowerPoint
Adobe Suite

If you are interested feel free to reach Ajay Kumar on #732-243-0011 or email your resume on ajayk(at)mindlance.com