Associate News Editor
Simons Foundation - Albany, New York, United States,![Simons Foundation](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fproduction-rails-default.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Falt_company%2Flogo%2F20%2Fsimons_foundation_logo.jpg&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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offers up-to-date news and analysis of the field of neuroscience and is dedicated to helping scientists at all career stages stay current in their field and build connections.Our award-winning news team is looking for an enthusiastic trade journalist to join our lively newsroom in New York City. This is an excellent opportunity for a science journalist to develop a beat in the fast-moving field of neuroscience.The associate news editor will write and edit news articles that educate, challenge and inspire our audience of neuroscientists. The associate news editor will cultivate sources, embed in the research community and be the first to know about trends and provocative advances in basic neuroscience research. A background or strong interest in neuroscience, cognition and behavior is essential.The Transmitter
is funded by the Simons Foundation but is editorially independent. This is a full-time position based in the Simons Foundation offices in New York City.We offer a generous salary and truly excellent benefits.ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIESWrite news and in-depth enterprise stories, profiles, and long-form features that educate, challenge and inspire our audience of neuroscientists.Edit news articles, newsletters and other copy.Monitor the latest research, news and trends in basic neuroscience research.Cultivate a deep network of sources, embed yourself in the research community, and be the first to know about trends and provocative advances.Travel occasionally to attend and report from scientific meetings and conferences.Work with our multimedia director to develop art ideas for stories.Perform any other writing or editing duties or tasks as assigned or required.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducationBachelor’s degree required, preferably in a scientific discipline (neuroscience preferred)ExperienceMinimum of three years of journalism experience (not including internships), along with a solid background in biology (neuroscience preferred) and impeccable news judgmentRelated Skills & Other RequirementsMust be passionate about
The Transmitter ’s coverage area of basic neuroscience researchMust have exceptional communication and grammar skills (written and verbal)Must be familiar with and adhere to journalistic ethicsAbility to write and edit under tight deadlinesAffinity for trade journalism and
The Transmitter ’s missionStrong work ethicREQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALSPlease also provide links to or copies of five journalistic writing clips that demonstrate your skill in news and feature reporting and writing.Select candidates will be invited to provide story ideas and complete an editing test.COMPENSATIONThe full-time annual compensation range is $74,000–$90,000, depending on experience.In addition to competitive salaries, the Simons Foundation provides employees with an outstanding benefits package.THE SIMONS FOUNDATION’S DIVERSITY COMMITMENTMany of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experiences, and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work
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Simons Foundation actively seeks a diverse applicant pool and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.
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