Christine Jones

Email: abqdj7@r.postjobfree.com

Address: **** * ********* **

City: Mercer Island

State: WA

Zip: 98040

Country: USA

Phone: 425-***-****

Skill Level: Experienced

Salary Range: $40,000

Primary Skills/Experience:

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Educational Background:

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Job History / Details:

Seeking position utilizing my technical scientific editing/writing skills.

SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE

* Scientific editor for marketing agency representing biotechnology/pharmaceutical clientele; substantive editing/rewriting of marketing monographs;

* Writer of narrative summarizing 50+ technical abstracts;

* Weekly blogger for biotechnology company;

* Content writer for CRO Web site focusing on Phase IV clinical trials;

* Litigation paralegal for senior partner at fast-paced law firm;

* Scientific writer and editor of informative materials for patients and pharmacists;

* Scientific editor of neurology handbook, an international collaboration;

* Manuscript editor, preparing drafts for peer review journal publications;

* Scientific writer/editor of physician reference handbooks and pharmaceutical marketing materials;

* Temporary scientific editor at Immunex Corporation, preparing dozens of manuscripts for publication in peer review journals;

* Extensive studies in microbiology and medical writing;

* Bachelor of Arts in English received, University of Washington

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Contract scientific writer/editor. Visage Communications, Inc. Substantive editing and writing for a variety of projects, including writing content for CRO Web site, assistant writer/editor of international collaboration handbook for physicians and substantive editing of extensive monographs. SKILLS: Quickly research and learn new subject matter and software; demonstrated ability to work well with remote team members in order to ensure consistency throughout projects; technical and non-technical writing skills utilized.

Scientific editor. Global Marketing Perspectives, Inc. Scientific editor for biotechnology/pharmaceutical marketing agency. Substantive editing of large technical marketing monographs as well as marketing booklets and other educational materials. SKILLS: Research of highly technical materials; substantive editing of said materials; conform to strict deadlines; quickly learn new software as needed.

Contract scientific writer. TTC Group, LLC. Writer of narrative summarizing approximately 50 technical abstracts presented at international symposium. SKILLS: Research and quickly understand foreign subject matter (Dupuytren's disease); comprehend, integrate and draft multiple highly technical abstracts into one plain language, cohesive document; able to adapt language according to audience.

Writer/blogger. Bioasis Technologies, Inc. Writer/blogger of weekly articles for biotechnology Web site. SKILLS: Stay on top of "what's hot" in neurology news; draft; design layout and posting of blogs intended to interest both investors and the general public.

Litigation Paralegal. Linville, Clausen & Linton PLLC. Paralegal for senior attorney at fast-paced litigation firm. SKILLS: Strong multi-tasking skills; able to review case, draft, and file appropriate pleadings with the court of jurisdiction; strong interpersonal skills; proven ability to work well under pressure in fast-paced office environment.

Contract manuscript editor. David Aboulafia, MD. Substantive editing and proofing of manuscripts to be submitted to peer review journals for publication. SKILLS: Ability to substantively edit documents while maintaining integrity of work product; strong research and communication skills.

Scientific writer/editor. Harbour Communications, LLC. Writing and editing of handbooks and pharmaceutical marketing materials designed for physicians, patients and pharmaceutical companies. SKILLS: Proven ability to work well both independently and as with team; work well under pressure in fast-paced environment with strict deadlines; strong communication skills.

Scientific editor (temporary). Immunex Corporation (now Amgen, Inc.). Substantive editing of technical manuscripts in preparation for publication in peer review journals. SKILLS: Proven ability to work well under pressure; strong multitasking/organizational skills; proven ability to work well independently as well as with team; strong attention to detail.

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

University of Washington, Seattle, Washington. Studies in microbiology.

Bellevue College, Bellevue, Washington. Completed chemistry series for biology majors to be applied toward University of Washington microbiology program.

University of Washington, Seattle, Washington. Bachelor of Arts in English, received.

American Medical Writers Association (AMWA). Pacific Northwest & Carolinas Chapters. Currently working towards Certificate in Essential Skills via online classes and chapter conference workshops.

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