Associate Editor, Newsletters, Scientific American

Title: Associate Editor, Newsletters, Scientific American

Location: New York or Washington, DC - Hybrid Working

About Springer Nature

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About the Brand

Scientific American, the oldest continuously published magazine in the U.S., reaches millions of people each month through its print magazine, app, social media and on ScientificAmerican.com. We publish expert-written opinions and feature stories; news and feature articles by leading journalists; and award-winning graphics, art and multimedia. Visit scientificamerican.com and follow @ScientificAmerican / @Sciam

About the Role

Scientific American seeks an Associate Editor for the newsletter team who is passionate about communicating science, health and environmental journalism to a wide audience. Newsletters are the new "front page" of daily journalism and play a vital role in connecting with readers and driving traffic and digital subscriptions. The Associate Editor will be fully integrated into the Scientific American editorial team and contribute to our award-winning coverage of science discoveries, science policy, public health, social science, technology, and insights and innovations that matter.

As the Associate Newsletter Editor, you will work closely with the Chief Newsletter Editor to write newslines and original and summative blurbs for our flagship newsletter, Today in Science, in addition to producing other topical newsletters and experimenting with new newsletter content formats.

This role is located in our New York or Washington, D.C. offices on a hybrid working model.

Role Responsibilities:

• Work with editors across the newsroom to gather compelling and relevant content for newsletters every day
• Write and edit newsletter copy and produce newsletters in our content management system
• Help collect and analyze newsletter performance data
• Contribute to strategies for growing our newsletter audience
• Liaise with the business development team and partner publications on newsletter growth projects
• Contribute to or assist with a variety of other editorial projects including, but not limited to: online and print news stories, videos and podcasts, Q&As, infographics and other forms of visual storytelling, games, explainers and event coverage.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications:

Essential

• Experience covering news, and writing in short form for newsletters, social media and/or Substacks
• A strong interest in science, health, space, environment and technology
• Sharp news sense and experience with news curation
• Comfort with daily deadlines and fast-paced writing
• Sparkling copy and a strong voice in your writing
• A positive outlook and strong collaborative spirit.

Desirable

• Experience in science journalism
• An undergraduate or graduate degree in a STEM field, or a master's degree in journalism
• Experience working with digital tools like email management platforms and content management platforms

Springer Nature US provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes the benefit offerings listed below:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401(k) with company match and contribution
• Hybrid office working policy, Summer Hours, and paid time off
• Flexible Spending and Commuter programs
• Multiple Life insurance options
• Disability coverage
• Tuition Assistance
• Voluntary benefits: Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Legal Assistance Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family friendly benefits and a variety of employee discounts
• An array of Employee Social Networks

US Annualized Base Salary: $85,000 - $100,000. The salary offer may vary based on work experience, education, skill level, and equity. The US salary range does not align with the salary ranges in other countries when converted to the currency of that country.

Springer Nature is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf poster.

At Springer Nature, we value the diversity of our teams and work to build an inclusive culture where people are treated fairly and can bring their differences to work and thrive. We empower our colleagues and value their diverse perspectives as we strive to attract, nurture, and develop the very best talent. Springer Nature was awarded Diversity Team of the Year at the 2022 British Diversity Awards. Find out more about our DEI work here: https://group.springernature.com/gp/group/taking-responsibility/diversity-equity-inclusion

If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence, or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodations.

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