Editor, Commercial Content

Bionews, Inc.•Pensacola, FL

2d•Remote

About The Position

Bionews is seeking an Editor to manage the day-to-day execution of unbranded commercial content programs. These programs use multiple media formats, including interactive guides and article hubs, to educate chronic disease communities about their conditions and help them navigate advocacy and care. The Editor will oversee the production process—from briefs and outlines to editing, webpage creation, and workflow coordination—ensuring content is published on time and meets Bionews’ editorial standards. The role is full-time and remote, with core-hours overlap across U.S. time zones. Infrequent travel for team meetings may be required.

Requirements

5+ years of editorial experience.
Experience editing health, medical, or science content.
Proven ability to run a high-volume content pipeline with many concurrent deadlines.
Knowledge of SEO fundamentals and content structure for search and AI discoverability.
Working knowledge of WordPress and Jira, or similar CMS and project management tools.
Experience managing freelancers, including giving direct, constructive feedback.
Comfort working with unbranded commercial content while protecting editorial integrity.
Highly organized, self-directed, and calm under shifting priorities.

Nice To Haves

Existing familiarity with the rare disease, chronic illness, or broader patient advocacy landscape.
Working knowledge of WordPress, Slack, Google Drive, and Jira, or similar CMS and project management tools.

Responsibilities

Build article outlines in collaboration with the SEO team.
Edit writer and freelancer drafts for accuracy, structure, tone, and patient- and caregiver-first clarity before fact-checking and copy desk review.
Integrate SEO keywords naturally and confirm on-page optimization before publication.
Build and publish program pages and files in WordPress.
Write and edit copy for other client program content, including interactive guides and landing pages.
Assist the Senior Director of Commercial Programs in moving workflow through Jira or similar project management software.
Coordinate hand-offs with involved teams.
Assign work to freelance writers while balancing capacity and deadlines.
Give clear, actionable feedback and coach writers on house style and methodology.
Ensure content balances client requests with editorial independence standards.
Prepare status updates and delivery reports for the Senior Director of Commercial Programs and Client Success Management Team.