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WebMD · 2 months ago

Executive Editor

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$100K/yr - $108K/yr

8+ years exp

WebMD is a leading provider of health information and services, and they are seeking an Executive Editor for Medscape to lead the creation of impactful editorial products that translate data into insights for healthcare professionals. The role involves overseeing Medscape's Reports franchise and collaborating with various teams to ensure the accuracy and relevance of data-driven storytelling in the medical field.

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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 formatsEditorial insightCommunication 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