Editor - Weill Cornell Medical College in Qatar (WCMC-Q) | Doha, Qatar
The Role
POSITION SUMMARY
Assists the Director of Public Affairs in managing the English writing services for all publications and the website of WCMC-Q. Oversees all the production of the college’s magazine, annual report, ebulletin and website and manages the writing team. Provides research, writing, editing and proofreading services to support the programs and publications of WCMC-Q.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
a. Researches, writes, edits and manages all written communication projects to include chronicle of WCMC-Q history and on-going development activities.
b. Researches, writes, edits and manages the production and annual revisions of copy for the WCMC-Q admissions brochure and catalogue, in consultation with Senior Associate Dean for Medical Education, Director, Public Affairs and Associate deans.
c. Compiles and writes press releases.
d. Researches, writes, edits and manages newsletter production. Polls faculty and staff for ideas on story-line development.
e. Writes copy for WCMC-Q website.
f. Provides editing and proof-reading support to originators of material to ensure all copy in reports and publications is clear, meticulously edited, and conforms to WCMC-Q standards.
g. Provides speaking points, copy for scripts and written materials for all forms of communication.
h. Performs other related duties as assigned or required
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• BA in Journalism or English.
• 10 or more years of experience in the fields of public relations; press office/media relations and/or journalism.
• Previously demonstrated experience working effectively with a wide range of constituencies in diverse communities.
• Advanced level English oral presentation and written communication skills.
• Previously demonstrated success in developing and fostering a cooperative collaborative work environment is preferred.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
• Prior writing for a publishing house, commercial organization or as a journalist.
• Prior experience in the US and Middle East, specifically Qatar.
• Prior experience writing text for websites, or health, medical and science related articles/text for organizations
• Medical/Scientific writing experience and an understanding of complex scientific and health related/medical terms.
• Ability to read and write Arabic.
