Managing Editor, Partnerships
- Location
- Remote (EST) / Hybrid (Basking Ridge, NJ)
- Reports to
- Senior Managing Editor, Medicine
- Posted
$80,000 – $89,000 per year
This range represents the base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this position at the time of posting.
Compensation for this role is determined based on several factors, including relevant experience, skills, geographic location, budget and company pay rates.
This role is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), paid time off and other benefits.
Salary ranges shown reflect our good‑faith estimate of expected compensation and do not constitute a contract or guarantee of compensation.
Working in the Editorial department, the Managing Editor, Partnerships plays a critical role in supporting Formedics’ mission and business objectives by leading the editorial relationships that power the company’s content partnerships and serving as editorial lead for the Business of Medicine franchise. This position requires strong judgment, cross-functional collaboration, and a high level of ownership, with the potential to take on direct reports as the role grows.
This role is well-suited for an organized, relationship-driven editor who can juggle multiple concurrent partnerships and deliverables, keep editorial calendars and production on track, and serve as the primary editorial point of contact for internal teams and external partners alike.
Key responsibilities
- Serve as the primary editorial point of contact for society, publisher, and content-partner relationships, building trust and keeping partners informed and engaged.
- Prioritize and shepherd newly sold and sponsored projects from kickoff through delivery, ensuring editorial commitments are met on time and to spec.
- Manage non-sponsored content, content syndication, and partner microsites, establishing and maintaining production workflows with internal editors and developers.
- Meet regularly with partners to build and maintain editorial calendars, defining cadence for recurring content and aligning on upcoming coverage, including conference coverage and news content.
- Own editorial planning and delivery for Business of Medicine content across formats and platforms, including recurring monthly video, written Q&As with key opinion leaders, and articles.
- Plan and coordinate recurring social media posts across the brand’s LinkedIn and X channels to extend content reach, partnering with the audience/marketing team on promotional plans.
- Oversee publishing of articles, video, podcast episodes, on-site copy, and transcripts to the content management system, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
- Ensure all content meets editorial quality, accuracy, style, and compliance standards, and is medically sound and audience-appropriate.
- Maintain visibility into deadlines and deliverables across concurrent partnerships and projects, proactively flagging risks and dependencies.
What success looks like
- Editorial partners describe Formedics as a reliable, well-organized collaborator, with calendars, deliverables, and commitments consistently met
- Business of Medicine content publishes on schedule across video, written Q&As, articles, and social channels, with strong audience engagement
- New and sponsored projects move smoothly from kickoff through delivery, on time and to spec
- Editorial quality, accuracy, and compliance standards are consistently upheld across all partnership and Business of Medicine content
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or English preferred; a degree in Medicine, Public Health, or a science-related field is also considered, particularly for technical medical news
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in medical journalism, editing, or publishing (5–7 years preferred)
- Demonstrated experience managing external editorial relationships with societies, publishers, sponsors, or content partners
- Experience managing multiple concurrent projects and deadlines; experience managing an editorial team or direct reports a plus
- Strong writing and editing skills, with AP style, AMA style, or scientific writing preferred
- Understanding of medical and scientific terminology, with the ability to interpret and summarize complex medical studies
- Strong fact-checking and research skills to ensure accuracy in reporting
- Knowledge of SEO and digital publishing best practices
- Experience with content management systems and digital publishing workflows across web, video, and podcast content
- Audience marketing and social media skills
About Formedics
Formedics brings healthcare professionals together through peer-driven experiences integrated across the clinical workflow. Through a growing ecosystem of point-of-care engagement, physician-led communities, live events, and case-based digital education, clinicians can learn and engage around the moments that shape clinical practice today.
Life sciences and pharmaceutical organizations partner with Formedics to reach clinicians through trusted peer interaction and omnichannel experiences built for real-world clinical relevance, transforming how healthcare professionals connect across the platform.
We are a team driven by curiosity, collaboration, and impact. You will work alongside people who care deeply about building products, experiences, and partnerships that matter to clinicians and to the industry. If you are excited by ownership, growth, and shaping the future of healthcare communication, this is a place where you can do the best work of your career.
Our commitment
Formedics is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Why Formedics
- Opportunity to do meaningful work with real impact on healthcare communication and engagement
- Ability to grow responsibility and influence as the company continues to scale
- Culture grounded in integrity, accountability, and collaboration
- Access to experienced leaders and broad cross-functional exposure
- Remote-first flexibility, with access to a NJ-based office and company-sponsored events
- Comprehensive benefits, including 401(k), medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, and training and development programs
What we offer
- Competitive salary
- Health benefits
- PTO/Vacation policy
- Professional development opportunities
- Flexible work environment
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