Subeditor in London

We are looking for a subeditor to join our team at New Scientist, ensuring our work meets high editorial standards. We are particularly interested in early‑career journalists with a demonstrated interest in science and/or science journalism. Training will be provided as needed.

The successful candidate will subedit a variety of content for accuracy, tone and readability, including features, news, culture, newsletters and opinion pieces, for both digital and print. They will report to the chief subeditor. This is a full‑time role and will require working three days a week in our London office.

To apply, please submit a CV and a cover letter briefly highlighting relevant experience.

• Subedit and proofread content for New Scientist’s website and print magazine, with an emphasis on digital‑first workflows, within production deadlines.
• Ensure all copy adheres to house style and high editorial standards and guidelines.
• Adhere to a set production schedule for New Scientist’s print magazine, including special editions.
• Subedit and proofread content for digital, marketing, commercial, tours and other teams within New Scientist.
• Develop additional digital production skills as necessary.

• Outstanding command of written English, including spelling and grammar.
• Able to tactfully take and provide constructive feedback and exercise good editorial judgement.
• Flexible and able to work under pressure.
• Excellent collaborative, communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to manage time effectively and meet stringent deadlines.
• Able to be organised, proactive and work independently.
• Demonstrated interest in science and technology and/or science journalism.
• A degree in a STEM subject or journalism.
• Some previous journalism experience, such as work placement or an internship, particularly in subediting or production.
• Previous experience with publishing tools (e.g. WordPress, Microsoft Word, Adobe InCopy).
• Knowledge of both British and American English and usage.

Our benefits package increases the longer you’ve been with us. Here’s what to expect:

• Automatic enrolment onto the Pension Plan at the minimum level of 5% employee contribution, 4% company contribution, with life cover up to 4x your basic salary.
• DMGT Discounts (online shopping, vouchers and reloadable cards).
• Subsidised canteen.
• Onsite gym and GP clinics (Northcliffe House only).
• Employee Assistance Programme and Support.
• Discounted dining cards.
• Private Medical Insurance – Bupa.
• Flexible Working policy.
• Free gym membership at Northcliffe House Gym.
• Eye care assistance.
• Family Friendly policies.
• Access to the magazine, newscientist.com and the New Scientist app.
• Invites to NS Events.

We are committed to increasing diversity and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.

We are Disability Confident and Committed. Please let us know if you require any recruitment documentation in other formats or if you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Any such information will be held separately and will not be considered as part of the selection process.

New Scientist is a magazine brand for the insatiably curious, asking the big‑picture questions about life, the universe and what it means to be human. From artificial intelligence to climate change, the latest innovations in health to the mysteries of quantum physics and the human mind, New Scientist covers the ideas and discoveries that matter.

Founded in 1956 for “all those interested in scientific discovery and its social consequences”, we have expanded to newsletters, videos, podcasts, holidays and live events. Our headquarters are in London, UK, and we also have staff in the US and Australia.

New Scientist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applications will receive due consideration regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.