Assistant Editor, Science News

Society for Science•Washington, DC

7h•Hybrid

About The Position

Science News Media Group is seeking an Assistant Editor for its award-winning print magazine, Science News. This role supports the mission of connecting the public with accurate and engaging science, medicine, and technology news. Science News Media Group is an independent nonprofit news organization with a long history of public service. The magazine has a significant circulation, and the website attracts millions of visitors annually. Science News is recognized for its reliability and lack of bias. The organization also publishes Science News Explores for younger audiences and educators, and its parent nonprofit, Society for Science, focuses on expanding scientific literacy, STEM education, and research. Society for Science is known for its science research competitions and STEM outreach programs aimed at fostering future scientists and engineers.

Requirements

Skilled journalist with an understanding of science and how to communicate it to the general public
Excellent editing and copyediting skills, including proficiency in AP Style
Organized and attentive to detail
Able to work collegially under deadline pressures
Knowledge of Adobe suite products including InCopy and InDesign
Knowledge of Wordpress
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
At least 2 years of editing experience required
Must be authorized to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

An advanced degree in science and/or journalism preferred
Experience in science, medicine or technology is a plus
Familiarity with AirTable is a plus

Responsibilities

Fortify the print production process, ensuring we meet press deadlines
Proofread and fact-check articles
Write magazine content as assigned
Assign, and edit reviews for each issue; maintain an editorial calendar for reviews
Produce print-first content in a WordPress CMS
Provide administrative support to the Editor in Chief and Managing Editor
Other duties as assigned