Company Overview
Bionews is a leading digital health publishing company dedicated to providing news, information, and personal insights to patient and caregiver communities through more than 50 disease-specific websites. Our mission is deeply personal, with over half of our team living with a rare or chronic disease. This unique perspective drives our commitment to delivering impactful content that resonates with our audiences.

Role Summary

Bionews seeks a talented and empathetic Health Content Editor with a background in health/medical journalism and some SEO expertise. In this role, you’ll collaborate with writers, science editors, and copy editors to produce clear, engaging, and empathetic content tailored to rare disease patients and caregivers. This is a full-time remote position, with a preference for U.S.-based candidates. International candidates with strong qualifications will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Editing & Content Creation:
  • Edit a range of health-related articles, from light features to in-depth research-based pieces, ensuring adherence to Bionews editorial standards.
  • Edit medical content to ensure it is consumer-friendly, clear, and engaging.
  • Incorporate SEO best practices into all content.
• Collaboration:
  • Work closely with writers, science editors, and copy editors to maintain the quality, tone, and voice of the brand.
  • Provide clear directions when assigning or revising stories.
• Content Management:
  • Assign articles from pitches or SEO-driven content plans.
  • Manage custom editorial hubs for client partnerships.
  • Help manage the editorial calendar and ensure deadlines are met.
• Freelance Management:
  • Recruit and oversee freelance writers, ensuring they meet Bionews’ standards.

Requirements

About You

• Excellent editing skills with a strong understanding of AP style.
• Skilled in editing medical copy to be accessible and engaging for a broad audience.
• Experienced in assigning and editing diverse article types (informational, narrative, profiles, etc.).
• A creative thinker with sharp editorial instincts and a positive, solutions-oriented approach.
• Strong attention to detail, editorial judgment, and a passion for accuracy and clarity.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication, or related field (or 5+ years of relevant experience).
• 3+ years of editorial experience, preferably in health/medical content or journalism.

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent communicator (both written and oral).
• Empathetic editor capable of connecting with writers and understanding patient needs.
• Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively.
• Strong work ethic with a team-oriented mindset, thriving in a remote work environment.
• Deadline-driven, with the ability to handle fast-paced projects.

Why Join Bionews?

At Bionews, your work will directly impact rare disease patients and caregivers worldwide. We’re not just a company — we’re a community of passionate individuals with a shared purpose. Joining our editorial team means contributing to meaningful, empathetic, and high-quality content that truly matters.

Application Process

• Submit your resume, editing samples, and complete a paid edit test as part of the application process.

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