Research Editor, Ad Standards

This is a Full Time Job

ROLE PURPOSE:

NBC Universal seeks to add an experienced research editor to our Advertising Standards department. A significant addition to our highly professional team, this individual will work to ensure that research and advertisements comply with internal and external standards, laws and regulations, and public interest considerations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Review of commercials from storyboard to final edit for compliance with internal guidelines and external laws and regulations, specifically review prescription drug and over-the-counter medication commercials along with a variety of other product categories
• Analyze complex clinical data for various product categories that requires the editor to concisely convey his or her feedback in non-scientific terms to NBC editors and external clients
• Evaluate a wide range of marketing and scientific data submitted in support of advertising claims
• Provide realistic and constructive feedback and advice to external clients consistent with NBCU Network guidelines, FDA and FTC rules and regulations
• Negotiate with NBC Sales team, advertising agency representatives, and their legal counsel
• Maintain diplomacy while in negotiation with these parties

BASIC QUALIFICAATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree
• At least 2 years of experience in either a clinical or consumer research-related field
• Familiarity with research statistics and experimental and survey research methods

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV to be considered
• Must be willing to work in New York
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:

• Masters or advanced degree
• Industry experience, including strong familiarity with FCC, FTC and FDA regulatory rules
• Excellent analytic and negotiating skills
• Attention to detail
• Must be able to work independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to multi-task in a fast paced environment
• Computer proficiency

NBC Universal is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer promoting diversity in the workplace. We invite and encourage response from women, persons of color, veterans and the disabled.