Scientific Editor, Small Molecule Modalities

Drug Hunter (drughunter.com) is a subscription pre-competitive intelligence platform for biotech/pharma R&D scientists that empowers them to discover the medicines of the future. We’re proud to support teams at 200+ of the world’s leading biotech and pharma companies.

We are seeking a rigorous, investigative Scientific Editor with excellent research and communication skills to join the Drug Hunter team. The Scientific Editor will research, write, edit, and commission articles on cutting edge small molecule therapeutics, with a focus on conveying information in an efficient and information-rich way. Scientific rigor, a clear communication style, and attention to deal are “must-have” attributes of the successful candidate.

The Scientific Editor will be responsible for producing content that analyzes scientific advancements in small molecule-based drug discovery and development and provides our readers with insights and updates on relevant problems and solutions for their work. The Scientific Editor will also work with internal full-time Research Analysts and/or external freelance Research Analysts to produce content. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Maintenance of a high level of scientific knowledge and industry understanding as well as regular interaction with industry scientists and leaders is expected.

Key Responsibilities:

• Efficiently conducts research based on reputable primary sources, peer-reviewed journals, databases, expert interviews, FDA and other government documents, and other primary sources to support statements of fact in research articles with a rigorous interpretation of data
• Clearly presents and communicates complex, scientific information in easy-to-read, digestible short-form articles, slide presentations, and infographics, while preserving the scientific accuracy of underlying data
• Contributes high-quality feature articles, editorial articles, and perspective articles of interest to pharmaceutical professionals, and provides briefs and article proposals to the editorial team based on industry insights
• Writes and speaks in tones of voice appropriate for audiences of different levels, from students, to early-career scientists, to industry professionals and investors, with empathy to the underlying needs of the audience
• Quickly and accurately prepares chemical schemes, tables, figures, and illustrations using chemical drawing software such as ChemDraw, in line with Drug Hunter’s visual identity
• Reviews, edits, and fact-checks the research of contributing authors or team members, providing critical and constructive feedback for improvement
• Contributes to the editorial process, ensuring supporting assets such as written article content, designed graphics, and videography are proofed, technically accurate, and produced in a timely fashion, and of high scientific quality, and that original, editorial, and marketing content publishing goals are regularly met
• Develops, prototypes, and deploys concepts for new series of content and content format based on reader feedback and industry needs
• Quickly grasps concepts from new fields of science and technology, with an ability to connect the dots for how new scientific developments can impact areas of industry need
• Maintains a general understanding of scientific concepts within organic and medicinal chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, pharmacology, and a sense of what is state-of-the-art in each field
• Maintains an awareness of new developments in industries involved in novel drug discovery, such as the pharmaceutical and biotech industries
• Cultivates and develops relationships with a network of industry and academic scientific experts, including through presenting and hosting online and in-person presentations, group events, 1:1 calls, and round-table discussions, continuously exploring new ways to add value to the industrial drug discovery community
• Fosters a positive culture within the industry and editorial team aligned with the mission and values of the company, prioritizing facts, community, clarity, helpfulness, teamwork, and accountability

To be considered for the role, you will have:

• Authorization to work in the United States
• A Ph.D. (or equivalent) in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, chemical biology or a closely related field
• Prior work experience (5+ years) focused on drug discovery; strong preference is given to candidates with experience working at biotechnology and/or pharmaceutical companies
• Broad research interests and awareness of trends in drug discovery, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals, and eagerness to learn about new scientific areas and trends in biomedical research and development
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and fluency in English (written and spoken)
• The ability to travel, attend conferences, and meet and build relationships with researchers worldwide
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, collaborative, startup environment, working with colleagues and collaborators across disciplines, and tackling novel challenges
• Digital nativeness, comfort with social media, software, and new technologies and platforms, and eagerness to apply new best practices to a growing organization

The successful candidate will report to the Scientific Director of Small Molecule Modalities and will contribute to setting the strategic direction of the content team.

This is a full-time, fully remote position based in the United States.

Application process:

Your application should include:

1. A resume or CV

2. A cover letter stating why you are excited about this opportunity

3. A single-page, 300-word writing sample written independently by you of a recent ground-breaking development in small molecule drug discovery, illustrated with one or more figures drawn by you in the Drug Hunter style.

Applications are considered on a rolling basis.

The interview process:

Applicants who are invited to interview will be asked to present on an innovative drug discovery program. Further research and writing exercises may also be requested.

What We Offer:

• Join a fast-growing company making a real impact in drug discovery
• Work with a sharp, passionate, mission-driven team
• Competitive salary and equity, healthcare, 401(k), flexible PTO, and remote-friendly culture