Editorial Assistant (Walk-in)
Editorial Assistant (Walk-in)
Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Government of India)
Job description
The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission is hiring an Editorial Assistant in Ghaziabad through a walk-in interview and written test, offering a great opportunity for science postgraduates with editorial experience in pharmacy publications.
Company Description
The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission is an agency that works under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Government of India. It is located in Ghaziabad. The IPC creates drug quality rules for the nation. Publishes the Indian Pharmacopoeia, the official book that lists medicine standards in India. The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission’s efforts help to provide high‑quality medicines to patients all across the country.
Job Summary
This job is for an Editorial Assistant at the Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission in Ghaziabad, hired through a manpower agency. The Editorial Assistant will proofread Indian Pharmacopoeia monographs and other related publications. The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission offers 35,000 rupees per month for a contract with one position available. The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission requires a master’s degree in a science field. At least two years of editorial experience.
Key Responsibilities
Edit, proofread, and copyedit Indian Pharmacopoeia monographs and other related publications including drafts, errata, addenda, and IP Online.
Ensure that the content is accurate, consistent, and grammatically correct and that it follows the standards set by the Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission.
Check references, hyperlinks, citations, bibliographies, and appendices, and follow the IPC style guides.
Make sure that the publications are free of errors before they are finalised.
Manage documents, version control, and editorial records to track reviews and revisions.
Coordinate with subject experts and reviewers so that the content is reviewed, revised, and finished on time.
Use MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF editing tools, AI tools, and editorial management systems for all tasks.
Educational Qualification
A master's degree in pharmacy, chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, microbiology, life science, or a related science field from a recognized university is needed.
Candidates should have at least 2 years of editorial work experience, preferably in scientific, academic, pharmaceutical, or regulatory publications.
The age limit is 35 years.
Experience in government bodies, research institutes, pharmacopoeial bodies, or scientific publishing is a plus.
Skills Required
Strong English, grammar, editing, proofreading, and copyediting skills.
Skill in checking references, citations, bibliographies, appendices, and errata.
Basic knowledge of pharmaceutical, chemical, biological, and life sciences.
Good knowledge of scientific writing, publication steps, and publication ethics.
Skill in document management and version control.
Good use of MS Office, PDF editing tools, and AI-assisted editing tools.
Analytical ability and attention to detail.
Teamwork and good communication with experts and reviewers.
Salary Structure
The monthly salary of The Editorial Assistant in IPC Ghaziabad is Rs. 35,000/-.
Career Development
This role gives hands on experience in editing the official book of drug standards in India at a respected national body. It can help you grow into senior editorial roles in scientific publishing and pharmacopoeial work.
Walk-in Interview cum Written Test
Visit our job portal and search for the Editorial Assistant role at the Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission in Ghaziabad.
This is a walk-in interview, not an online application.
Candidates must report to the Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission, Ghaziabad, between 9:00 and 10:00 AM on 28 October 2026, and latecomers will not be allowed.
They must bring these original documents:
Educational and experience certificates
Aadhaar card
Date of birth certificate
An updated resume
2 passport-size photographs
One set of photocopies of all documents
The written test covers English and editing, scientific writing and publication practice, basic pharma and life science knowledge, document management, and computer skills.
Education
Postgraduate Degree (Master's/PhD)
Key Skills
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