Editor & Staff Writer

LabX Media Group; City Of London; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading science communication company is seeking an Editor to support our editorial strategy. This remote role involves copy-editing, fact-checking, and writing engaging articles on scientific topics. The ideal candidate has strong editing skills, a passion for science, and experience in a related field. This position is open to applicants across the UK.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years in a corporate environment, preferably in science communications or digital media.
• Demonstrable editing experience and excellent English communication skills.
• Ability to produce high-quality written pieces under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high editorial standards and style throughout all content.
• Copy edit and fact-check articles for accuracy and quality.
• Monitor science-related news trends and suggest content ideas.

Skills

Editing skills

Creative writing

Attention to detail

Research skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field

Job description

IFLScience (a LabX Media Group Company) is an internationally recognised online science brand, dedicated to making science exciting and presenting it in a creative and inspiring way that leaves readers with a sense of wonder and a desire to learn more. Since its launch in 2012, IFLScience has evolved into the global go-to site for engaging, amusing, and thought-provoking science content on the Internet, reaching over 10 million monthly global visitors through our website and 60 million globally through our social media platforms.

This role is to support the editorial strategy as a member of the Editors team by copy-editing, fact-checking, and contributing written articles. We are looking for a candidate with strong editing skills, a flair for writing, a meticulous eye for detail, and a love of science. You'll need to be comfortable editing and covering a wide range of scientific topics.

As an Editor, you will have a proven ability to edit and fact-check copy quickly and accurately to a high standard, while maximising content potential with imaginative headlines. As a writer, you will use your creativity, writing skills, and technical expertise to produce high-quality written pieces for the IFLScience website.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the brand’s high editorial standards and IFLS editorial style throughout all content
• Copy edit and fact-check articles to ensure they are accurate, properly cited, and well-written
• Correct any grammatical errors, including spelling, syntax, and styling of text
• Monitor news cycle and trends in science-related news, identify appropriate stories, and contribute to the editorial meetings with content ideas
• Write news and feature articles on a range of topics, interview experts
• Occasionally work on special projects

Requirements

• A love of science and a desire to share this with our readers
• A creative, engaging writing style and demonstrable editing experience
• Excellent English written and communication skills, including spelling and grammar
• Strong organizational, time management, research, and analytical skills
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under tight deadlines
• 1-2 years in a corporate environment or business setting; preference to science communications; digital media; writing, journalism, or similar professional experience
• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field
• Previous experience with science/science communications is an asset

This position is remotely based and open to all candidates within the UK.

LabX Media Group is an enthusiastic equal opportunity employer. We thank all candidates for applying. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.