Industry Dive seeks a medical devices reporter

Industry Dive is looking for a sharp Reporter to join our growing MedTech publication.

You’ll regularly write business and policy coverage on the medical device sector, from breaking news briefs to in-depth trend stories. You will own your beat, cultivate source relationships, monitor developments, and pitch and pursue stories. You will collaborate with a small editorial team and also assist with some editing duties. This position reports to the Managing Editor.

What Can You Bring To The Table

• A track record of strong writing and reporting skills. Experience in business and healthcare or medical device reporting is highly preferred.
• Ability to interpret and analyze business concepts and major news stories, including financial reports and government regulations.
• Ability to build relationships with industry, government and other sources and grasp complex subjects related to medtech.
• Strong digital news knowledge and aptitude.
• Deadline-oriented time management skills; ability to turn around stories on tight deadlines, including breaking news coverage.
• Proficiency in social media platforms.
• Bachelor’s degree or better in journalism, English or similar field.
• At least 3 years experience of professional reporting and writing. Preferably in the medical device, technology or closely related field.

What You’ll Do

• Regularly pitch, report and write stories for MedTech Dive.
• Build and maintain relationships with a variety of important industry sources.
• Identify key industry storylines for our coverage. Pitch and execute standout pieces on breaking news and broader trends.
• Track analytics to gauge what stories are resonating with readers.
• Work with your team on assignments and edit in a collaborative fashion.
• Work in a growing newsroom that encourages innovative projects that showcase creativity.

To apply, go here.