Expert Medical and Biomedical Editing, When You Need It
Flexible and specialized editorial support for researchers, journals, medical societies, and medical communications teams
I’m Michelle McRae, PhD, ELS, and I provide medical and biomedical editing support on a project-by-project or recurring basis for medical communicators.
Need a few extra hours of editorial capacity each week?
You don't always need a full-time editor or a full-service medical communications agency. Sometimes you just need an experienced editor who can step in, understand your science, and make your writing clearer, stronger, and publication-ready.
Whether you need help with a single manuscript, ongoing editorial support, or a few extra hours of capacity each week, I can tailor my services to your needs.
Why Work With McRae Editorial?
There’s a lot of pressure to publish, to win funding, to meet stakeholder timelines. Even excellent research can be undermined by unclear, inconsistent, or overly complex writing.
That’s where I come in. With a PhD, experience in preclinical biomedical research, and certification as an Editor in the Life Sciences, I understand how biomedical research is conducted and how scientific information needs to be communicated to different audiences.
I can help you identify unclear logic, flag gaps or inconsistencies, and make sure the final document communicates what you intended. My goal is to make the editing and fact-checking process smooth, supportive, and effective so your writing does justice to your ideas.
I can work independently within your existing workflow when you need additional editorial capacity, whether it’s when your manuscript volume increases, an editor is on leave, or you have a special project that needs extra support.
From a single manuscript to a few hours of ongoing editorial support each week, I provide flexible editing services for researchers, journals, medical societies, and medical communications teams.
Services
Short-term, ongoing, or overflow support
Flexible weekly or project-based capacity
Editing journal articles, slide decks, grant proposals, white papers, clinical study reports, and conference abstracts and posters
Editing figures, tables, and references
Fact-checking and quality control
Conforming to submission and style requirements
Journal article submission support
AMA Manual of Style specialist
Let’s Work Together
1. Reach Out
Tell me about your project, timeline, and goals. I’ll respond promptly with a quote and a plan that fits your needs.
2. Confirm Your Booking
Once you accept the quote, I’ll reserve your spot. New clients may be asked for a 50% deposit.
3. Get Polished Edits
I’ll refine your document for clarity, consistency, and impact—delivered on time, with your final invoice included.
“Because Michelle understands the science of the biomedical papers she edits, she can provide suggestions that improve all aspects of a manuscript, including figures and tables. She is . . . an excellent communicator both with clients and journal staff—a time-saver for any scientist. Overall, I highly recommend Michelle’s services to any biomedical professional in need of an editor.”