Digital Editor – The Evidence Base®
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Reporting to a Senior Editor in the Digital team at Future Science Group (https://www.future-science-group.com/), this role will see you manage one of our specialized online communities, tailored towards the real-world evidence and health economics community (https://www.evidencebaseonline.com/). The role will oversee the content of this online resource, including, but not limited to, editing, writing and posting of news; commissioning and writing articles and conducting interviews; liaising with sales, marketing and journal editors; management of social media channels; and effective management of the website’s Ambassadors; acting as figurehead for the website and its products; leveraging a range of media (graphics, videos etc) to tell a story. Building and maintaining relevant relationships will be a key performance indicator in order to grow a community of key opinion leaders and members. This position will also see you support our Events Director in the development and content creation around a sister virtual/in-person event, launching soon.
On a day-to-day basis, you will work across a range of different editorial and commercially-led projects. You will have responsibility for ensuring the quality and consistency of the website and all related products, as well as acting as a figurehead for the products.
In this role you will develop content management, communication and editorial skills. You will also work closely with your line manager to develop a robust content and outreach strategy.
We are looking for graduates with a strong academic background in life sciences or other relevant subject (2.1 or above), or someone with 1–2 years of editorial experience who is looking for their next opportunity.
All applicants must have a keen interest in scientific publishing and the enthusiasm to learn and establish a career in publishing. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work quickly, under pressure and to deadlines, while maintaining high standards, have excellent organization and time-management skills, an eye for detail, and be keen to build their knowledge of digital publishing. Excellent interpersonal skills are a must.
Founded in 2001, FSG is a progressive publisher focused on breakthrough medical, biotechnological and scientific research. The company’s aim is to serve the advancement of clinical practice and drug research by enhancing the efficiency of communication among clinicians, researchers and decision-makers, and by providing innovative solutions to their information needs. It achieves this via its core business of subscription and open access journals, alongside specialist knowledge networks and content hubs.
Candidates should apply to Freya Leask, f.leask@futuremedicine.com with their CV and cover letter, including salary expectations. Closing date is 30th June 2021.