Senior Editor, Physics Today

Company: American Institute of Physics Incorporated
Location: College Park
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Position Title: Senior Editor, Physics Today WHO WE ARE: The American Institute of Physics (AIP), publisher of Physics Today , is a federation of 10 Member Societies which together have nearly 120,000 members across the globe. Founded in 1931, AIP is a federation that advances the success of our Member Societies and an institute that engages in research and analysis to empower positive change in the physical sciences. Our overarching strategy is to advance the physical sciences with a unifying voice of strength from diversity. We want you to become a part of our mission and join our dynamic team! SUMMARY: ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT PHYSICS? SKILLED AT STORYTELLING? Join Physics Today , the world’s most influential physical-sciences publication, as a Senior Editor. The flagship publication of AIP, Physics Today is a trusted voice that, through accessible, engaging content, serves as a unifying influence on the physical sciences by cultivating a shared understanding, appreciation, and sense of belonging among physical scientists that bridges disciplinary boundaries. Physics Today keeps the community informed, stimulates conversation, and helps shape how the community sees itself. Come interact with leading researchers and influencers, write engaging news stories, and edit feature articles that span the full gamut of fields for over 100,000 magazine readers and 150,000 monthly website visitors. Leverage your graduate degree in physics (PhD preferred) and 8 years of science-writing and editing experience to create impactful content and connect with the global physical-sciences community. WHAT YOU’LL DO: Lead Physics Today ’s reporting on research news. Identify, evaluate, and pitch story ideas about noteworthy and interesting research developments across the gamut of physical-science fields. Write engaging, informative news stories, ranging from briefs to feature-length pieces, with exceptional narrative flair and technical proficiency. Position any new results within a broader context for PT’s audiences. Identify and develop relevant graphics and other media, taking full, creative advantage of digital storytelling opportunities. Develop and edit feature articles by subject-matter experts to create polished, accessible, engaging final products. Help provide editorial oversight on news stories and feature articles. Mentor junior staff on writing and editing. Contribute to and help guide PT’s social media presence. Develop a deep understanding of PT’s audience and their evolving information needs. Incorporate reader feedback and analytics into editorial decisions in order to continuously improve content relevance, engagement, and impact. Attend scientific meetings and maintain broad contact with members of the physical-sciences community. Contribute to and advance the overall editorial effort of PT. WHAT YOU’LL BRING: A strong passion for science and science communication. Graduate degree, PhD preferred, in physics or a closely related field, or equivalent extensive knowledge of the physical-science research community. At least 8 years of professional science writing and editing experience, preferably at a scientific magazine. Strong critical thinking skills and ability to solve substantive editing problems. Exceptional talent for storytelling and for explaining complex physics-related topics to a broad audience of scientists. Creative prowess and meticulous attention to detail. Ability to learn new things quickly and independently. Ability to work well with others, both inside and outside the organization. Ability to multitask, handle multiple assignments and priorities on varying timescales, and meet deadlines. TO APPLY: Include a resume and a cover letter. We encourage you to apply even if your experience does not fully match the position description. At AIP, we embrace considering people from a diversity of backgrounds and career experiences. COMPENSATION: $99,368.00 - 109,305.00 WORKING AT AIP: AIP embraces a flexible hybrid work environment to balance in-person collaborative work with remote work. The team works in a flexible, hybrid schedule and reports to our offices in College Park, Maryland, and Washington, DC, as needed. Employees are required to reside in the DC Metro regions of Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, DC. We offer comprehensive benefits, including generous paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, an annual retirement contribution of 10% of base pay, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and more. Your colleagues at AIP are welcoming, gracious, and eager to help each other succeed. With our commitment to community service, institute-wide social opportunities, and ongoing learning and development, AIP is a rewarding place to work. ABOUT AIP: Join Us and Make a Difference! At the American Institute of Physics (AIP), we're dedicated to advancing, promoting, and serving the physical sciences for the benefit of humanity. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, AIP is a federation that advances the success of our Member Societies and an institute that engages in research and analysis to empower positive change in the physical sciences. Our mission is to advance, promote, and serve the physical sciences for the benefit of humanity. We are passionate about our work and committed to fostering an inclusive and dynamic environment where creativity, collaboration, and enthusiasm thrive. Join our team and become part of an energized, forward-thinking community. Together, we'll explore the frontiers of science, support groundbreaking research, and contribute to the betterment of humanity. Be a part of AIP—where science meets passion and purpose. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Join our team of energized, charismatic, collaborative, and passionate individuals, and contribute to making a difference in the field of physical sciences!

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