Senior Health Book Editor – $0.06/word
Inspire healthier living—one polished page at a time. Join Mercola’s editorial team and transform cutting‑edge nutrition research into a page‑turning book that empowers readers worldwide.
ROLE SNAPSHOT
- Rate: $0.06 per word (≈ $5,400)
- Contract: Jul 1 – Sep 30 · ≈ 150 hrs · 100 % remote (U.S. time zones, core hours ET)
- Manuscript: 90 k‑word consumer nutrition book for Mercola, a leading wellness publisher with multiple bestselling titles and a multimillion‑reader audience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deliver two developmental passes + one line edit on schedule
- Re‑sequence chapters for a clear “What’s‑in‑it‑for‑me?” flow
- Translate peer‑reviewed research into lively, plain English
- Guardrail every claim for FDA‑compliant wording
- Sync smoothly with recipe, citation, sensitivity & design editors
- Provide concise feedback that lifts accuracy and author voice
MUST‑HAVE QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ yrs editing health/science nonfiction (books preferred)
- Mastery of MS Word tracked changes & OneDrive workflows
- Proven record of regulatory‑safe language and on‑time delivery
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- AMWA, NBHWC or similar credential
- Experience coaching authors on narrative pacing
WHAT WE OFFER
- Cover credit + complimentary first‑run copies
- Remote culture within U.S. time zones (core hours ET)
- Fast‑growing list = priority for future projects
READY TO JUMP IN?
1. Click “Apply.”
2. Follow the SurveyMonkey link below and breeze through a few targeted questions that showcase your expertise.
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Important: Only applications with the survey completed in full can move forward to the interview stage—so be sure to answer all questions and hit “Submit” at the end. We’re excited to see your insights!
Mercola welcomes editors of every background, identity, and life experience.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $30.00 – $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: Remote