Full-Time - Staff Science Reporter
Job Description
Who We Are
Tech Times is a fast-growing New York-based digital media startup that owns and manages several web properties, including flagship www.techtimes.com that reports on technology, health, science and other interesting topics for diverse audience. Techtimes.com is one of the top 700 web properties in the U.S., drawing over 5 million visitors worldwide every month, per Quantcast, and one of the top 25 technology-focused news sites in the U.S., per ComScore.
As part of our organization, you’ll enjoy a stable and growing environment, along with an office culture that rewards, recognizes and respects talent and achievements. We provide competitive compensation and incentives, and offer a great environment and opportunities for growth.
Who We Want
TechTimes.com is looking for science reporters to join its fast growing team. The reporter will be a key contributor to the site, specifically working with an editor to develop, pitch and write daily science-related content for the science vertical of techtimes.com. Good knowledge of and a passion for science topics, excellent reporting skills, and social media best practices are a must.
The ideal candidate must possess the ability to work independently under tight deadlines, as well as collaborating as part of a team. He/she must have expertise in writing on various science issues (including scientific innovation, nanotech, energy, space, fossils, animals, human nature, climate change, biotech, etc), coupled with solid news judgment and the ability to use social media as a source for content as well as a tool for audience engagement.
Qualification/Requirements
– Idea generation and excellent research skills
– Solid understanding of trending/viral science topics and issues with “a finger on the pulse of the Internet”
– Expertise in use of social networks, online forums, SEO, etc. to draw and engage readers
– Must be able to write 4-6 stories Monday-Saturday
– Excellent communication and multimedia skills to form interesting, compelling and unique/original stories using images, gifs, video, headlines and other publishing elements
– Prolific writer and a creative storyteller
– Proven track record of writing news, features, or scoops on science-related topics with viral potential
– At least 1 year online reporting/writing experience on science topics
Apply to r.suba@techtimes.com with resume, cover letter, and links to relevant clips of your work. In
Subject line, write ‘YOUR NAME – Application for SCIENCE REPORTER Position’
