Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in professional editing, copyediting, or technical writing, ideally in medical or military contexts.
Exceptional command of English grammar, punctuation, and AP Style.
Experience in healthcare communications or military public affairs in regulated environments.
Understanding of HIPAA and PHI safeguarding principles.
Project management experience with editorial calendars and multi-author publications.
Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Responsibilities
Manage the editorial lifecycle for public-facing materials, ensuring deadlines are met.
Perform detailed reviews and edits for clarity, accuracy, and compliance with style guides.
Conduct rigorous fact-checking and source verification with subject matter experts.
Coordinate feedback and revisions among authors, SMEs, and leadership for consensus.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive organizational style guide for consistent communication.
Manage the clearance process for final document approval before public release.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage options with employer contributions.
401(k) employer match of up to 4% with employee contributions.
40 hours of paid sick leave annually.
Group life and accidental death coverage.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Employee assistance and telemedicine services.
Potential health savings account participation with qualifying coverage.
Full Job Description
Axyde Analytics, LLC is recruiting a Medical and Military Communications Editor for a proposed contractor team supporting Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. This is an award-contingent opportunity, not an awarded position or a federal civilian appointment.
Assignment and work arrangements
Full-time, onsite at 8901 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, Maryland 20889; not a remote role.
Anticipated contract start: December 1, 2026, subject to award and onboarding. Base period ends November 30, 2027, with two potential one-year options; continued employment is not guaranteed.
Normal work is Monday-Friday. Occasional support outside normal hours may be needed for contingency activations or exercises.
Ability to complete required background screening, installation/network access and CAC onboarding, and mandatory government training. The Government Q&A states that Secret clearance is not required.
Follow applicable privacy, HIPAA/PHI, records, security and government review/release procedures. Do not provide patient information, classified material, proprietary files or other unauthorized work samples.
Current incumbent personnel and other qualified applicants are welcome. Participation in proposal preparation does not guarantee employment.
Responsibilities
Editorial Project Management: Manage the end-to-end editorial lifecycle for all public-facing written materials, including articles, reports, web content, and leadership messaging. This includes developing and managing a comprehensive editorial calendar, tracking documents through multiple stages of review, and ensuring all deadlines are met.
Quality & Compliance Assurance: Perform detailed reviews, edits, and proofreading of all content for clarity, accuracy, grammar, and strict compliance with AP Style, command style guides, and DoW regulations.
Fact-Checking & Research Verification: Conduct rigorous fact-checking and source verification for all claims, statistics, and medical information, working closely with subject matter experts (SMEs) across clinical and administrative departments to ensure unimpeachable accuracy.
Stakeholder Coordination: Serve as the central point of contact for the written review process, coordinating feedback and revisions between authors, SMEs, legal counsel, and public affairs leadership to achieve consensus and final approval.
Style Guide Management: Lead the development, maintenance, and enforcement of a comprehensive organizational style guide that ensures a consistent and professional voice across all communications.
Reporting & Approvals: Manage the final clearance process, packaging and presenting finalized documents to the senior Public Affairs Officer for final approval before public release.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field.
5+ years of demonstrable experience in professional editing, copyediting, or technical writing, preferably with direct experience reviewing medical research, public policy, or military doctrine.
An exceptional and demonstrable command of English grammar, punctuation, and Associated Press (AP) Style.
Proven experience in healthcare communications, Military public affairs, or a similar regulated, high-visibility environment.
A thorough understanding of and ability to rigorously apply the principles of safeguarding the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Protected Health Information (PHI).
Project management experience, specifically in managing an editorial calendar and multi-author publications.
Meticulous attention to detail and an unwavering ethical commitment to accuracy and source verification.
Application evidence
Provide two authorized writing/editing samples; explain your edits, AP Style decisions and fact-checking process.
Describe a multi-author publication you managed through SME, legal and public-affairs review.
Explain your experience protecting patient information and handling medical claims.
Submit a current resume with dates, relevant education and experience, onsite availability in Bethesda, earliest start date and notice period. Use only samples you are authorized to share.
Please state whether you would permit Axyde to identify you in this proposal, subject to separate agreement on role, compensation and availability. Applying alone does not authorize use of your name or resume in a government submission.
Compensation and benefits
Annual W-2 base salary: $68,000-$102,000 per year. Placement within the range depends on relevant qualifications and experience. Employment and compensation are contingent on contract award, funding and an authorized start.
Anticipated benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage options with employer contributions; a 401(k) employer match of up to 4% of compensation when you contribute at least 6%; 40 hours of paid sick leave annually; group life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage; short- and long-term disability coverage; and employee assistance and telemedicine services. Health savings account participation may be available with qualifying medical coverage. Benefits are subject to final plan availability, eligibility and governing terms. Axyde will provide the final package before employment begins; if it differs materially, you may decline to commence employment without penalty. Applicable statutory and contract-required leave and benefits will be honored. No bonus or commission is offered for these positions.
