About the role

Assistant editor producing science journalism for Discover Magazine’s print, website, and newsletters. Supporting SEO, audience growth, newsletter production, and editorial workflows.

Responsibilities

Write and edit assigned print and digital stories
Assist with planning, editing, scheduling, and publication of content across the website, newsletters, and print magazine
Curate, commission, edit, and optimize content for publication
Prepare front-of-book departments and recurring print sections, including Table of Contents and Hot Science
Coordinate with freelance writers, contributors, researchers, and subject matter experts
Work with art and design teams to develop visual plans for print and digital stories
Source images and permissions from universities, research institutions, agencies, and public relations contacts
Contribute story ideas and participate in editorial planning and content strategy meetings
Apply SEO best practices, audience development strategies, and editorial standards
Support newsletter production, headline testing, metadata optimization, and content packaging
Review page proofs and assist with print production workflows
Copyfit assigned stories, captions, and layouts for magazine publication
Monitor content performance using analytics tools and identify audience growth and engagement opportunities
Report to the Managing Editor and work closely with the Magazine Lead, senior editorial staff, art and design teams, and freelance contributors
Perform other duties as assigned by the Managing Editor and Managing Director

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Science Communication, English, Communications, or a related field
1 year of experience in journalism, digital media, print publishing, or editorial content production
Strong writing, line-editing, copy-editing, and fact-checking skills
Interest in science, technology, health, space, environment, or related subject areas
Highly organized and capable of managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Experience working within a content management system
Strong understanding of SEO principles and content optimization practices
Familiarity with newsletter publishing platforms and audience engagement strategies
Comfortable using analytics tools such as Google Analytics
Comfortable leveraging AI-assisted tools and other editorial productivity platforms while maintaining editorial standards and accuracy
Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a remote-work environment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to editorial quality
Strong analytical skills
High degree of initiative
Ability to work in a fast-paced publishing environment
Eligible Canadian candidate