Paid Science Writing Fellowship

Simons Foundation; City of Niagara Falls (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Job summary

Quanta Magazine invites applications for an early-career science journalist fellowship, running January–June 2027. This six-month, in-person program at the Simons Foundation offices in New York City will immerse you in reporting on physics, mathematics, biology and computer science, with exposure to video, art, and audience engagement teams.

You will pitch, report and write news articles, support editors with research and fact-checking, and collaborate on infographics, social media content, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Background in reporting complex topics and sciences.
• Familiarity with journalistic style and standards.

Responsibilities

• Pitch, report and write news articles.
• Assist editors with research and fact checking.
• Collaborate with art and production teams on research, illustrations, and infographics.
• Develop stand-alone content for Quanta’s social media and newsletters.
• Assist with the development and production of Quanta’s video and podcast offerings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong writing

Investigative reporting

Interest in physics/math/CS

Familiar with journalistic style

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Quanta Magazine invites applications for an early-career science journalist fellowship, running January–June 2027. This six-month, in-person program at the Simons Foundation offices in New York City will immerse you in reporting on physics, mathematics, biology and computer science, with exposure to video, art, and audience engagement teams.

You will pitch, report and write news articles, support editors with research and fact-checking, and collaborate on infographics, social media content, and