Senior Editor

The Atlantic is seeking a Senior Editor to join its Science and Health team in Washington, D.C., where they will oversee staff writers and collaborate with other editors to produce high-impact stories on the politics of science and health. This role involves shaping coverage of the institutions and individuals influencing American science, addressing topics such as scientific misinformation, AI, policy battles, and medical breakthroughs. The position requires a deep understanding of federal government dynamics and the ability to assign and edit narrative-driven journalism for a broad audience.