Physical Sciences Reporter, C&EN

Overview We are seeking a reporter and writer who will keep C&EN readers informed about research and developments in inorganic chemistry, nuclear chemistry, analytical chemistry, materials science and engineering, and other chemistry-based topics. What You’ll Do Identify breaking news and feature topics, with coverage spanning trends in inorganic chemistry, nuclear chemistry, analytical chemistry, materials science and engineering, physical chemistry, surface chemistry, and chemical analysis. In addition to covering breaking news, consistently generate and implement unique story ideas that aren't being covered elsewhere. Contribute to a variety of platforms, including podcasts, videos, newsletters, and other story formats. Have a strong sense of journalism ethics and a dedication to accuracy in reporting. Construct sophisticated and complex stories that conform to C&EN's style and deadlines. Work with C&EN's creative team to produce images, graphics, and infographics that engage and inform audiences. Work with colleagues to maximize audience engagement with your journalism, for example, through social media platforms. Develop contacts and story ideas by attending or covering key meetings and events and speaking to sources on a regular basis. What You’ll Bring - Experience A minimum of 3 years of newsroom experience working as a science journalist. Experience with multimedia journalism is a plus. Experience working in a chemistry-related field and/or scientific publishing is a plus. What You’ll Bring - Skills A background in reporting on science. Strong news judgment, good writing and editing skills, and good oral communications skills. The ability to gather and analyze information from a variety of sources and convey it to readers in a clear and coherent manner. Track record of writing engaging stories on complex topics for a scientifically sophisticated audience. Proven ability to take initiative and produce insightful and compelling content across a variety of platforms. A positive attitude and commitment to being a team player. This role can be based in our Washington, D.C. or Columbus, OH office. A typical rate of total compensation for this position is between $75,000-$85,000 per year. Benefits: paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, flexible spending account or health care savings account, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement benefits, short- and long-term disability, and 4-week work from anywhere; each benefit is subject to the terms of the applicable program. Additional benefits may apply based on skills, experience, and location. Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of ACS. ACS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time. Qualifications Behaviors Team Player - Works well as a member of a group Dedicated - Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Education Bachelor of Science of Chemistry (preferred) Bachelor of Science of Physical Science (preferred) Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Chemical Society