Editor, Fierce Biotech

Questex•,

2d•$70,000 - $80,000•Remote

About The Position

Questex is currently seeking an Editor to join the Fierce Biotech Team. Fierce Life Sciences offers a full suite of news, analysis and event education, all in one place. From preclinical research to market and beyond, our team of editors and handpicked experts deliver insights you can source with confidence and events, both virtual and live, that support professional and business growth. As our Editor, you’ll support Questex’s success by editing daily biotech news stories, features and analysis for accuracy, clarity, structure and impact. You will also report and write your own daily news stories, features and other enterprise coverage. You will work closely with the senior editor to set daily coverage priorities and identify the stories Fierce Biotech should own. Additionally, you will help manage the daily Fierce Biotech newsletter, including selecting and ordering stories, writing newsletter copy and ensuring it is ready to publish on deadline. You will take the lead on daily editorial operations when the senior editor is away. You will move quickly on breaking news while helping reporters identify smart follow-ups, broader trends and opportunities for deeper reporting. You will also help reporters sharpen story angles, strengthen reporting and develop their voices. You will contribute to special reports, recurring editorial franchises and other newsroom initiatives. You will participate in Fierce events, including moderating panels and interviews, helping develop editorial programming and representing the brand onstage. Finally, you will collaborate with colleagues across Fierce Biotech, Fierce Pharma and the broader newsroom on major stories and projects.

Requirements

2-4 years of professional journalism experience, with experience covering biotech.
Editing experience and the ability to confidently edit daily news stories on tight deadlines.
A strong understanding of the biotech industry, including drug development, clinical trials, financing, dealmaking, regulation and the companies and people shaping the sector.
The ability to report and write quickly without sacrificing accuracy, context or clarity.
Strong news judgment and an instinct for which developments matter most to Fierce Biotech’s audience.
Experience working in a fast-moving digital newsroom.
Strong communication and collaboration skills and a team-first approach.
An interest in live journalism and the ability to moderate interviews or panel discussions in front of an industry audience.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

You proactively seek to adopt and implement diversity into your work, including valuing diverse backgrounds, experiences and thinking. You also embrace creating and nurturing a culture of diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
Willingness to ‘roll up sleeves and dive deep into tactical work when necessary.
Good interpersonal skills, willingness to learn and continue to grow professionally.
Strong team player and ability to work well with others.

Responsibilities

Edit daily biotech news stories, features and analysis for accuracy, clarity, structure and impact.
Report and write your own daily news stories, features and other enterprise coverage.
Work closely with the senior editor to set daily coverage priorities and identify the stories Fierce Biotech should own.
Help manage the daily Fierce Biotech newsletter, including selecting and ordering stories, writing newsletter copy and ensuring it is ready to publish on deadline.
Take the lead on daily editorial operations when the senior editor is away.
Move quickly on breaking news while helping reporters identify smart follow-ups, broader trends and opportunities for deeper reporting.
Help reporters sharpen story angles, strengthen reporting and develop their voices.
Contribute to special reports, recurring editorial franchises and other newsroom initiatives.
Participate in Fierce events, including moderating panels and interviews, helping develop editorial programming and representing the brand onstage.
Collaborate with colleagues across Fierce Biotech, Fierce Pharma and the broader newsroom on major stories and projects.

Benefits

Vacation - 15-20 days depending on years of service
12 Paid Holidays
Health and Welfare Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, and others)
FitOn Health, access to a leading digital wellness platform that offers premium online classes
Cariloop Membership Program to help support employees with the complexities of caregiving
Parental Leave
Online Educational Learning Library of over 16,000 courses for employees to enhance and develop their skills
Access to Mental Health Resources-Talkspace, & Employee Assistance Program
401k, with Matching Contributions to include educational webinars sponsored by our 401K partner
Mission-driven culture with an enthusiastic, professional team
Work-life balance
Discounts through various partnerships