Are you a physician with a passion for medical publishing and strategic leadership? The RCP is seeking a clinical editor for Commentary, our flagship membership magazine.
About the role
As clinical editor, you’ll shape the editorial direction of Commentary, horizon-scanning and networking widely to develop thought-provoking articles for our diverse membership. You’ll chair the Commentary advisory group, work closely with editorial staff and senior colleagues, and collaborate with RCP departments to maximise the magazine’s impact.
You’ll also play a key role in developing our online platform, promoting the magazine as a member benefit, and representing Commentary at conferences and medical events.
What we’re looking for
- Qualified doctor and current RCP member or fellow
- Strong collaborative leadership and excellent communication skills
- Knowledge of the RCP’s role in UK and international medicine
- Experience working within multidisciplinary teams
- Interest in digital publishing and innovation.
Desirable
Previous experience writing or editing for a medical audience.
What’s in it for you?
- Shape the RCP’s membership magazine at a time of modernisation
- Work with a dynamic, supportive team
- Expand your professional network
- Make a meaningful contribution to the medical community.
Location: UK (remote)
Commitment: Approx 4 hours per week
Tenure: 3 years (with possible extension)
Remuneration: Voluntary (eligible expenses reimbursed).
Ready to help shape the RCP’s voice?
Apply now and play your part in representing and communicating with our members and the wider medical community. Send your brief CV and covering letter to Commentary@rcp.ac.uk.
Closing date: Sunday 30 November.
The RCP positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.
The RCP is all about our people – our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. We educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know we can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into our community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients we serve is a priority for us.
Clinical editor, Commentary – role description and person specification