Job Description

The Canadian Pharmacists Association (CPhA) is actively recruiting for a bilingual Assistant Technical Editor on a 1-year term to join our Digital Solutions department. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for a detail-oriented, quick-learning, technically-astute individual to be an integral part of CPhA\xe2\x80\x99s mission of advancing the health and well-being of all Canadians through excellence in pharmacist care. Job Summary The Assistant Technical Editor is responsible for working with the Editorial Processing team to prepare and update content of the Canadian Pharmacists Association (CPhA) publications for multichannel publishing, mainly the content of the CPS: Drug Information English and French and other CPhA publications as required. Duties and Tasks \xc2\xb7 Prepares and updates content of CPhA English and French publications from a word processor application into XML format (XML-editor training will be provided through virtual training by the Senior Assistant Editor). \xc2\xb7 Formats content using the established templates and style guides, and using the appropriate software tools (XML, Word, Excel). \xc2\xb7 Assists with conversion of XML files to publication-ready formats. \xc2\xb7 Compares the bilingual documents for consistency and accuracy as necessary. \xc2\xb7 Performs quality assurance on documents before print and electronic publication. \xc2\xb7 Accesses and updates documents within a content management system. \xc2\xb7 Assists with QA testing of new and upgraded software implementation. \xc2\xb7 Contributes to process documentation. \xc2\xb7 Contributes ideas and changes to the workflow automation system. \xc2\xb7 Participates in regular Editorial Processing group meetings. \xc2\xb7 Participates in working groups as needed. \xc2\xb7 Support and advocate for diversity and inclusion Qualifications Education \xc2\xb7 Graduate of an accredited college or university program with focus on office system technology, computer science, computer information systems, editing or similar. Experience \xc2\xb7 Relevant experience in a publishing or editing role, commensurate with the level of an Assistant Technical Editor Skills \xc2\xb7 Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and in French (the language of work is English) \xc2\xb7 Proven editorial and proofreading skills. \xc2\xb7 Computer literate and proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook). \xc2\xb7 High attention to detail. \xc2\xb7 Ability to work independently within a collaborative, professional team. \xc2\xb7 Ability to adapt to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks, and work to deadlines. \xc2\xb7 Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. \xc2\xb7 Good interpersonal skills. \xc2\xb7 Ability to learn new technologies quickly. \xc2\xb7 Supportive of diversity and inclusion initiatives Asset Skills \xc2\xb7 Knowledge of medical terminology in English and French (oral and written). \xc2\xb7 Experience with structured data models such as XML/HTML. \xc2\xb7 Knowledge programming languages such as Xquery, SQL. \xc2\xb7 Knowledge of databases. \xc2\xb7 Knowledge of content management systems/version control systems. Working Conditions \xc2\xb7 There may be mild stressful conditions such as interruptions, ongoing troubleshooting and resolving issues and multiple simultaneous demands while maintaining day to day workflow. \xc2\xb7 Due to remote/virtual working environment, there may be experiences of mild eye strain from extended periods of screen viewing How to Apply \xc2\xb7 If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, we invite you to present your resume, in confidence. \xc2\xb7 If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources \xc2\xb7 While we appreciate all interested applicants, only those individuals who are legally permitted to work in Canada will be considered \xc2\xb7 At the Canadian Pharmacists Association, we recognize, value and celebrate diversity, inclusion and equity. Our Diversity & Inclusion Framework is embedded in all our processes, policies and employee initiatives. Job Type: Temporary
Contract length: 12 months Salary: From $48,000.00 per year Benefits:

• Dental care
• Paid time off

• Monday to Friday