Senior Editor- Physics Today

Aip•College Park, MD

28d•$99,368 - $109,305•Hybrid

About The Position

ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT PHYSICS? SKILLED AT STORYTELLING? Join Physics Today, the world's most influential physical-sciences publication, as a Senior Editor. The flagship publication of AIP, Physics Today is a trusted voice that, through accessible, engaging content, serves as a unifying influence on the physical sciences by cultivating a shared understanding, appreciation, and sense of belonging among physical scientists that bridges disciplinary boundaries. Physics Today keeps the community informed, stimulates conversation, and helps shape how the community sees itself. Come interact with leading researchers and influencers, write engaging news stories, and edit feature articles that span the full gamut of fields for over 100,000 magazine readers and 150,000 monthly website visitors. Leverage your graduate degree in physics (PhD preferred) and 8+ years of science-writing and editing experience to create impactful content and connect with the global physical-sciences community.

Requirements

A strong passion for science and science communication.
Graduate degree, PhD preferred, in physics or a closely related field, or equivalent extensive knowledge of the physical-science research community.
At least 8 years of professional science writing and editing experience, preferably at a scientific magazine.
Strong critical thinking skills and ability to solve substantive editing problems.
Exceptional talent for storytelling and for explaining complex physics-related topics to a broad audience of scientists.
Creative prowess and meticulous attention to detail.
Ability to learn new things quickly and independently.
Ability to work well with others, both inside and outside the organization.
Ability to multitask, handle multiple assignments and priorities on varying timescales, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

Lead Physics Today's reporting on research news.
Identify, evaluate, and pitch story ideas about noteworthy and interesting research developments across the gamut of physical-science fields.
Write engaging, informative news stories, ranging from briefs to feature-length pieces, with exceptional narrative flair and technical proficiency. Position any new results within a broader context for PT's audiences.
Identify and develop relevant graphics and other media, taking full, creative advantage of digital storytelling opportunities.
Develop and edit feature articles by subject-matter experts to create polished, accessible, engaging final products.
Help provide editorial oversight on news stories and feature articles.
Mentor junior staff on writing and editing.
Contribute to and help guide PT's social media presence.
Develop a deep understanding of PT's audience and their evolving information needs.
Incorporate reader feedback and analytics into editorial decisions in order to continuously improve content relevance, engagement, and impact.
Attend scientific meetings and maintain broad contact with members of the physical-sciences community.
Contribute to and advance the overall editorial effort of PT.