The Society for Science is looking for a talented editor to join the Science News for Students team. Our ideal candidate is someone who is comfortable with all fields of science and brings strong writing and editing skills. A background in education is a plus but not required. Must be creative, dedicated to accuracy, hard-working and a flexible, independent team player.

Science News for Students is an award-winning, free online daily publication dedicated to pre-teens and teens, parents and teachers. It connects the latest in scientific research to learning in and out of the classroom. Science News for Students covers topics in science, health and technology that are of interest or relevance to our young audience. This can include anything from the COVID-19 pandemic to quantum mechanics to the science of zombies.

This is a new position, and we are looking for someone who can channel their inner 12-year-old and bring passion for communicating the wonders of science to the Science News for Students audience. If you have the skills and would like to join us in our mission, we encourage you to apply.

Job duties include, but are not limited to

• Editing stories, including translating Science News articles for the Science News for Students audience
• Writing the weekly Science News for Students newsletter, The Cheat Sheet
• Producing and publishing stories on a Wordpress CMS
• Reporting stories as needed and as time allows
• Supporting social media efforts on Facebook, Twitter and Edmodo

Competencies

• Strong editing skills
• A commitment to science journalism
• Knowledge of web production
• Good organizational skills; some experience in project management preferred
• Good interpersonal skills 

Position Type

This is a full-time position, either remote or on-site at our office located near the Dupont Circle and Farragut North Metro stations in Washington, D.C. (Due to current pandemic restrictions, all work will be remote until at least September 7, 2021.)

 How to Apply

Send your resume, cover letter and three writing or editing examples to sns@sciencenews.org. Emails should include “Assistant/Associate Editor, Science News for Students” in the subject line.

 About the Society

Society for Science is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) membership organization dedicated to public engagement in scientific research and education. Our vision is to promote the understanding and appreciation of science and the vital role it plays in human advancement; to inform, educate, and inspire. We do this work through our award-winning Science News Media Group and through our world-class science competitions: Regeneron STS, Regeneron ISEF, and Broadcom MASTERS. Throughout its activities, the Society also is committed to inclusivity in the workplace and supporting career development of both remote and onsite employees.

EEO Statement

Society for Science is committed to equal employment opportunity. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, the Society does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis, including but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin, disability, personal appearance, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, age and/or any other categories protected by the laws of the United States or the District of Columbia.