Perspective Editor
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeHybrid
location_onMayor's Walk, Beacon Hill, Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, 02108, United States
About the Organization
The Massachusetts Medical Society (MMS) is the statewide professional association for physicians and medical students, supporting 25,000 members. We are dedicated to educating and advocating for the physicians of Massachusetts and patients locally and nationally. As a leadership voice in health care, the MMS contributes physician and patient perspectives to influence health-related legislation at the state and federal levels, works in support of public health, provides expert advice on physician practice management, and addresses issues of physician well-being.
Under the auspices of NEJM Group, the MMS extends our mission globally by advancing medical knowledge from research to patient care through the New England Journal of Medicine, NEJM Evidence, NEJM AI, NEJM Catalyst, NEJM Clinician, and through our accredited and comprehensive continuing medical education programs.
About the Role
The Perspective Editor leads the Journal's Perspective section and related print and digital features, shaping its editorial direction in partnership with senior leadership. This role develops and executes strategies to ensure content—including the Perspective and Medicine and Society sections, as well as podcasts and other multimedia—is timely, engaging, and valuable to a sophisticated audience.
You will monitor emerging healthcare issues to identify relevant topics and contributors, handling complex or sensitive subjects with sound judgment and diplomacy. The position involves selecting submissions for peer review, overseeing the review process, and contributing to publication decisions. You will manage workflow and production timelines, provide guidance to authors, and perform high-level editing of manuscripts. This role is pivotal in evolving the design of the section and coordinating the development of commentary, analysis, and news content.
Work Environment
The world has changed, and so has the way we work. The MMS has adopted a flexible work model that allows most employees to choose where they work – at home, onsite in our Waltham or Boston office, or a combination of the two – based on their preferences and our business needs. Because what matters is the work we do, not where we do it.
Culture & Recognition
The MMS has earned praise as one of the Top Places to Work in Massachusetts by The Boston Globe for the past 15 years in a row! The Globe surveys employees regarding their opinions about company leadership, benefits, ethics, values, and culture, and recognizes those companies who receive high marks from their employees.
Equal Opportunity
The MMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing opportunities to veterans and people with disabilities and a work environment that is welcoming to all.
Work location
Work model: Hybrid
Mayor's Walk, Beacon Hill, Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, 02108, United States
Boston, Massachusetts
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleSelect submissions for peer review and oversee the review process for publication decisions
- check_circleProvide high-level substantive editing and guidance to authors on manuscripts and series
- check_circleIdentify emerging healthcare topics and authors by monitoring politics, ethics, law, and business
- check_circleCollaborate with the National Correspondent to develop and shape article and podcast series
- check_circleOrganize medical student and resident course sessions on commentary articles
- check_circleCreate Graphic Perspectives by working with authors and the Graphics department
- check_circleSelect and collaborate with contractors to develop and edit video features and roundtable discussions
- check_circleGuide and develop the Journal's Perspective section and related features in partnership with senior leadership
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree required
- verifiedAdvanced degree strongly preferred
- verified7+ years of relevant editorial experience
- verifiedStrong editing and writing experience
- verifiedSuperior communication skills
- verifiedExperience as a writer
- verifiedFamiliarity with the culture of medicine and relevant sciences
Nice to Have
Advanced degree. Experience as a writer. Familiarity with the culture of medicine and relevant sciences.
Benefits & Perks
check_circle3 weeks of paid vacationcheck_circle6 personal dayscheck_circle12 sick dayscheck_circle13 paid holidaysMedical and dental plans
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Editing, Writing, Podcast Editing, Video Editing.
Education: Bachelor's degree required.
Frequently asked questions about Perspective Editor at Massachusetts Medical Society
What does a Perspective Editor at Massachusetts Medical Society do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Perspective Editor at Massachusetts Medical Society will select submissions for peer review and oversee the review process for publication decisions; provide high-level substantive editing and guidance to authors on manuscripts and series; identify emerging healthcare topics and authors by monitoring politics, ethics, law, and business; and collaborate with the national correspondent to develop and shape article and podcast series.
What are the requirements for this Perspective Editor role?expand_more
To qualify for the Perspective Editor at Massachusetts Medical Society position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree required; Advanced degree strongly preferred; 7+ years of relevant editorial experience; Strong editing and writing experience; Superior communication skills; and Experience as a writer.
Where is the Perspective Editor role at Massachusetts Medical Society located?expand_more
Perspective Editor at Massachusetts Medical Society is based in Mayor's Walk, Beacon Hill, Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, 02108, United States. This is a hybrid role.
Is this Perspective Editor job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Massachusetts Medical Society has listed this Perspective Editor role as hybrid.
How much experience is required for this Perspective Editor role?expand_more
Perspective Editor at Massachusetts Medical Society typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
What skills do you need for the Perspective Editor role at Massachusetts Medical Society?expand_more
Key skills for Perspective Editor at Massachusetts Medical Society include Editing; Writing; Podcast Editing; and Video Editing.
What education is required for Perspective Editor at Massachusetts Medical Society?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree required.
What category does the Perspective Editor role belong to?expand_more
Perspective Editor at Massachusetts Medical Society is part of the admin job category on Recrutus.