GenomeWeb is seeking an enthusiastic reporter and strong writer to expand our coverage of genomics and multiomics technologies and the companies developing them. This role focuses on cutting-edge tools and methods for the life sciences, including next-generation sequencing, spatial and single-cell omics, genome editing, and computational approaches such as AI-driven data analysis.
In this role, you will report on both the development and commercialization of new technologies and their application in molecular diagnostics, drug development, and precision medicine. You will track emerging technologies, analyze market trends, and explain complex scientific and business developments to an expert readership. You will also be expected to build a network of sources across the industry and research community and to pursue exclusive stories and scoops.
This is a full-time hybrid position in the New York, Chicago, or Detroit areas, or remote elsewhere in the US, with work hours aligned to the East Coast business day.
The ideal candidate has a background in both science and journalism, familiarity with molecular technologies, and experience reporting science, technology, and business news. We’re looking for a curious, collaborative journalist who can quickly develop expertise in a fast-moving field, ask companies and researchers probing questions, keep track of the competitive landscape and market trends, and deliver accurate, engaging stories for a specialized audience.
Responsibilities:
Report and write multiple news-driven stories each week on genomics and multiomics technologies and their developers
Produce daily news briefs from press releases as needed
Cultivate sources across industry, academia, and startups to uncover new developments and pursue exclusive stories and scoops
Develop enterprise and feature stories on emerging technologies and industry trends
Conduct in-person reporting at scientific and medical conferences (approximately 2-4 per year)
Occasionally moderate sponsored webinars or virtual roundtable discussions
Qualifications, Experience, and Skills:
Bachelor's degree required; master's degree in science/business journalism preferred
Experience reporting on science, technology, and business
Demonstrated interest in life sciences and emerging technologies
Attention to detail and accuracy for deadline-driven reporting
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively with a remote editorial team
Please submit a resume, cover letter explaining your interest in the role and at least 3 clippings/link to portfolio.
This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.
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The estimated salary range for this position is $60,000–$80,000.
The final salary offering will take into account a wide range of factors including experience, accomplishments, and location. The salary range should not be considered a salary cap. In addition to base salary, Crain offers competitive benefits including retirement plan savings contributions and bonus opportunities based on individual and company performance.
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Brand Overview:
GenomeWeb is an independent online news organization based in New York. Since 1997, GenomeWeb has served the global community of scientists, technology professionals, and executives who use and develop the latest advanced tools in molecular biology research and molecular diagnostics.
GenomeWeb’s editorial mission is to cover the scientific and economic ecosystem spurred by the advent of high-throughput genome sequencing. We operate the largest online newsroom focused on advanced molecular research tools in order to provide our readers with exclusive news and in-depth analysis of this rapidly evolving market.
GenomeWeb users can be found in major scientific organizations around the world, including biopharmaceutical companies, research universities, biomedical institutes, clinical labs, and government laboratories. Our advertisers include leading suppliers of research tools, analytical instruments, information technology, and molecular diagnostics. GenomeWeb is a business unit of Crain Communications.
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