Us Science Reporter

Dmgmedia

New York, United States
Base: $75,000-$85,000 doe; bonus/equity: not speci...
On-site
Strong grasp of scientific concepts
Translate complex research into clear journalism
Rigorous fact-checking of scientific claims
Pitch and produce multiple story ideas daily, including breaking science news, explainers, analysis, and enterprise features

Job Summary

  • Pitch and produce multiple story ideas daily, including breaking science news, explainers, analysis, and enterprise features.
  • Monitor scientific journals, preprint servers, and research institutions for story leads and trends, and conduct interviews with experts.
  • This is an in-office position based in New York City, requiring attendance five days a week when not traveling.

Matching Summary

Pitch and produce multiple story ideas daily, including breaking science news, explainers, analysis, and enterprise features.

Salary

Base: $75,000-$85,000 DOE; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Healthcare, dental, optical, life insurance and 401K

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong grasp of scientific concepts
  • Translate complex research into clear journalism
  • Rigorous fact-checking of scientific claims
  • Engaging content across multiple platforms
  • Broad and up-to-date scientific knowledge
  • Strong news judgment
  • Excellent writing and interviewing skills

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for explaining science
  • Familiarity with digital publishing tools
  • Understanding of DailyMail.com brand

Key Requirements

  • 3-5 years as a science writer
  • Published writing samples demonstrating range

Work Rights

Not specified

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