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Medscape · 1 month ago

Executive Editor

Newark, NJ

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$100K/yr - $108K/yr

8+ years exp

Medscape, a division of WebMD, develops physician portals and mobile applications for healthcare professionals. They are seeking an Executive Editor to lead the creation of editorial products that translate data findings into insights for healthcare professionals, overseeing reports and AI-driven features.

BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPrimary and Urgent Care

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of Medscape’s Reports and data-driven editorial series, from concept through publication

Partner with research, analytics, and AI teams to design, refine, and interpret physician surveys, audience studies, and predictive analyses

Analyze quantitative findings and AI-generated insights to identify trends, correlations, and signals that can be transformed into clear, credible stories

Use AI to create and edit data visualizations, infographics, dashboards, and interactive tools in collaboration with designers and data visualization specialists

Think creatively about new multimedia formats and AI-enhanced storytelling methods—including visuals, audio, and video—that make data and insights more accessible and engaging

Ensure that survey methods, AI models, and data analyses meet the highest standards of accuracy, transparency, and reproducibility

Develop editorial frameworks for tracking metrics across specialties, audience segments, and timeframes to inform ongoing coverage

Write and edit features that contextualize quantitative and AI-driven findings within broader clinical, social, or economic narratives

Mentor editors and writers on interpreting, validating, and applying data and AI insights in their reporting and editing

Serve as the editorial liaison to data science, AI, and business intelligence teams to ensure alignment across content, analytics, and product strategies

Qualification

Data journalismAI applicationsData visualizationStatistical analysisProject managementMultimedia formatsCommunication skills

Required

Minimum of 8 years of experience in health, science, or business journalism, with at least 4 years focused on data journalism or data-driven storytelling

At least 1 year of experience using AI applications to assist in the creation of content

Strong proficiency in Excel, Google Sheets, and data visualization tools such as Tableau, Datawrapper, Flourish, or Power BI

Proficiency in databases and software like MySQL

Proven ability to interpret survey data, statistical models, and AI-generated analyses to extract meaningful editorial insights

Familiarity with quantitative and computational analysis concepts, including sampling, weighting, regression, machine learning, and confidence intervals

Demonstrated success in producing or editing reports or stories grounded in quantitative and algorithmic evidence

Excellent ability to translate complex findings into clear, engaging narratives that resonate with medical professionals

Strong project-management and communication skills; able to coordinate across analytics, design, AI, and editorial teams

5+ years of experience in multimedia formats (interactive graphics, video explainers, podcasts, or data dashboards)

Bachelor's degree required

Preferred

Advanced degree in journalism, data science, statistics, AI, or public health preferred

Benefits

Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision coverage)

Paid Time Off (including vacation, sick leave, and flexible holiday days)

401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching

Life and Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commuter and/or Transit Benefits (if applicable)

Company

Medscape

Medscape provides integrated medical information and educational tools online for primary care physicians and health care professionals. It is a sub-organization of WebMD.

Founded in 1996

New York, New York, USA

501-1000 employees