The Atlantic is seeking an assistant editor to join the newsroom. This person will be assigned to the Science, Technology, and Health team, with a focus on science and health. The ideal candidate will be curious, organized, well-read in magazine journalism, and hungry to learn. The position is full-time.
Assistant editors are integral members of the newsroom at every phase of work, from generating ideas to bringing The Atlantic’s journalism to life. They work closely with senior editors to keep the editorial wheels turning, with responsibilities that include—but aren’t limited to—fact-checking, story research, participating in editorial meetings, maintaining publication schedules, managing submissions, and preparing edited work for publication online. The job may have occasional opportunities for writing and editing, as well. It will at times include night, early-morning, and weekend work.
Qualifications of the ideal candidate include:
At least two years of experience in journalism, publishing, or a related field. (School experience can count.)
Familiarity with the latest ideas and developments in the fields covered by the Science, Technology, and Health team, and especially topics related to science and health.
Excellent writing, editing, and research skills. In particular, a comfort assessing academic research and other technical work, along with a flair for communicating intricate concepts to a broad audience.
A passion for ideas and a strong sense of what distinguishes The Atlantic’s Science, Technology, and Health journalism.
Excellent time management, with the ability to communicate effectively within a fast-paced, tight-knit team, and to accomplish both discrete tasks and longer-term projects on deadline.
Salary Minimum: $69,000; Salary Maximum: $75,000
This role is based in DC.
This is a Guild position.
About The Atlantic:
The Atlantic has, for more than 160 years, advanced ideas that matter and sparked global conversation on the most important issues of our time. We aim to bring clarity and original thinking to questions of consequence, on topics ranging from politics, the economy, and global affairs to technology, science, and culture. As the third-longest-running magazine in America, we find ourselves at a remarkable moment: one of both continuation and transformation, of upholding our legacy while continuously reinventing ourselves for the future.
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The Atlantic Monthly Group LLC ("The Atlantic") is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Atlantic is committed to diversity and encourages members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including women, LGBTQ people, people of color, and people with disabilities. We do not discriminate against our applicants because of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Job offers to work at The Atlantic are contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of reference checks and compliance with The Atlantic's COVID-19 vaccination policy. The Atlantic requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, including subsequent boosters, and submit proof of vaccination status. Employees who cannot receive the vaccine because of a disability/medical contraindication or sincerely-held religious belief may request an accommodation (e.g., an exemption) to this requirement.
Skills Required
- At least two years of experience in journalism, publishing, or a related field
- Familiarity with topics related to science and health
- Excellent writing, editing, and research skills
- Strong time management and communication skills
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