Assistant Editor
TLDR
Coordinate freelance assignments, track editorial workflows in Jira, and build pages in WordPress alongside medical reviewers.
Role Overview
This is a great entry-level role for someone interested in editorial work, healthcare communications, or project coordination. The assistant editor will help keep projects organized and moving forward while gaining hands-on experience in editing, communication, organization, and project management.
Employment Type
Part-Time Independent Contractor
Location
Fully Remote
Key Responsibilities & Management
• Helping coordinate assignments for freelance writers, editors, and medical reviewers
• Tracking deadlines and following up on outstanding work
• Entering and updating project information in Jira
• Making sure articles are in the correct workflow stage and continuing to move through the editorial pipeline
• Reaching out to physicians by email or LinkedIn about medical review opportunities
• Lightly editing pages after medical review and completing a final check before copy editing
• Building and formatting pages in WordPress
• Updating project trackers and organizing files in Google Sheets, Drive, and Docs
• Helping organize payment information, release forms, and other contributor paperwork
• Assisting with other editorial and administrative tasks as needed
Qualifications
The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable communicating with different contributors. Experience with Google Workspace is preferred. Familiarity with Jira or WordPress would be helpful but is not required, as training can be provided.
Why You’ll Love Working at Bionews
At Bionews, collaboration, innovation, and passion fuel our mission. Our inclusive culture champions humility, respect, and the belief that every team member can enact change. With transparency and accountability at our core, we earn trust and drive forward with a leadership team that’s receptive, experienced, and open to fresh ideas. Here, you’re not just joining a company, you’re becoming part of a dynamic workforce dedicated to empowering rare disease communities and making a tangible impact on people’s lives.
Benefits
Learning Budget
training can be provided
Remote-Friendly
Fully Remote
Bionews is an online platform focused on delivering critical health and science information specifically for patients with rare or chronic diseases. By connecting users with trusted news and insights from both patients and professionals, Bionews stands out as a dedicated resource that empowers individuals navigating the complexities of their health conditions.