Asst Editor/Grant Writer

Memorial Sloan Ketterings Department of Surgery is a hub of translational and clinical research.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Editor/Grant Write r to join the large editorial group. You will enhance the faculty members grant applications and academic efforts through editing, grant coordination, and project management.

You will:

• Assist in the coordination, editing, production, and tracking of documents for service, department, or disease management team (DMT).
• Copyedit manuscripts, abstracts, foundation reports, department reports, grant applications, video, visual presentations, and/or other documents under the direction of the Managing Editor. You will support the academic projects of the service/department/DMT.
• Produce periodic reports for the Managing Editor, such as annual/monthly reports on service/department/DMT academic activities, expense/budget/workload reports.
• Track workflow, documents, resources, and other data to be used for evaluating editorial timelines, staffing needs, and physical resources. This will help to maximize the efficiency of the editorial group and keep pace with changing publishing/new media environments.
• Assist in the day-to-day operations of the office.
• Independently coordinate some editorial projects or presentations.

You are:

• Capable of building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Flexible in your approach and demeanor in order to align with the shifting demands of evolving circumstances.
• An effective communicator, capable of determining how best to reach different audiences and executing communications based on that understanding.

You have:

• 2-4 years of experience in copyediting, proofreading, editorial administration.
• Bachelors degree in Science or Humanities or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of Access, EndNote, Acrobat Writer, QuarkXPress or InDesign, Photoshop, or Illustrator desirable.
• Excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages | Sick Time |Generous Vacation+ 12 holidays to recharge & refuel| Internal Career Mobility & Performance Consulting | Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA & Dependent Care|403b Retirement Savings Plan Match|Tuition Reimbursement |Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance |Commuter Spending Account |Fitness Discounts &Wellness Program | Resource Networks| Life Insurance & Disability | Remote Flexibility

We believe in communication, openness, and thinking beyond your 8-hour day @ MSK. Its important to us that you have a sense of impact, community, and work/life balance to be and feel your best.

Our Hiring Process

You review the posting, agree it sounds like a great fit & apply ->Talent Acquisition contacts you to schedule a phone interview (if your profile aligns) -> after speaking with the Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will connect with the Hiring Manager by phone or video -> if your experience is a fit, you will move forward to a video call or on-site visit with the team -> post-interview feedback->ideally an offer! ->reference check & onboarding-> orientation & official welcome to MSK. #LI-POST