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Editor & Conference Producer – Pharma & Biotech

PharmaSource
Cambridge
1 month ago
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Life Science Networks is a fast-growing, next-generation media and events company serving the biopharmaceutical sector. Our mission is to connect professionals, foster innovation, and accelerate growth through high-impact events such as CDMO Live and the PharmaSource.Global digital platforms like — a leading destination for insight, interviews, news, and events aimed at professionals working with external partners in drug development and manufacturing.We thrive on experimentation, agility, and editorial excellence. As we grow, we’re looking for a creative, forward-thinking content professional who shares our passion for impactful storytelling — and who’s enthusiastic about the potential of digital tools to enhance content creation without compromising quality.We are seeking a Content Editor & Conference Producer who brings strong editorial acumen alongside a tech-savvy, experimental mindset. You’ll lead the development of content across articles, interviews, podcasts, and events — working at the intersection of journalism, marketing, and event programming.This is a high-ownership, high-impact role — perfect for someone keen to explore bold new formats, smarter workflows and inventive ways of engaging a professional business audience.Key ResponsibilitiesEditorial & Content CreationWrite and edit news analysis, expert interviews, and thought leadership features focused on pharma and biotech outsourcingIdentify emerging trends relevant to biotech executives and CDMO decision-makersManage an editorial calendar across website, email, and social media channelsCommission and edit external contributions from partners and expert commentatorsBuild robust AI-assisted editorial workflows — from content ideation to editing — while upholding standards of accuracy and qualityConference & Webinar ProgrammingHelp develop the content agenda for live events including CDMO Live, through topic research, speaker recruitment, and programme developmentModerate or host webinars, panel discussions, and interviews with senior industry figuresWork closely with events and marketing teams to promote content before, during, and after each eventPodcast & MultimediaLead production of the PharmaSource Podcast: source guests, prepare interviews, draft scripts, and manage production logisticsConduct interviews in both audio and video formats, supporting wider multimedia storytelling effortsProduce supporting content such as show notes, summaries, and promotional materialsAbout youIdeal Candidate3–6 years of experience in journalism, B2B content, or editorial roles, ideally within pharma, biotech, life sciences or related industry sectorExcellent interviewing and writing skills, with the ability to communicate complex topics in a clear and engaging mannerExperience producing webinars, podcasts, or event-related content — or a strong desire to learnConfident engaging with senior industry professionals and leading conversations, both recorded and liveA proactive, well-organised self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environmentWillingness to embrace and experiment with AI-powered tools to optimise editorial processesDesirable SkillsFamiliarity with content tools such as WordPress, Canva, Descript, or AI writing platformsAn understanding of drug development and manufacturing (e.G. CDMOs, CMC, regulatory trends, outsourcing models) - and curiosity to learnA data-informed mindset with an interest in content performance and audience engagement strategiesWhat We OfferA supportive, remote-first culture with flexibility and autonomyCreative freedom and the opportunity to shape the editorial strategy of a growing media brandA collaborative, low-ego team environment where your work will have visible impactA chance to experiment with innovative tools, formats, and editorial approaches

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