Editor Jobs in Massachusetts
Editor jobs in Massachusetts concentrate in publishing, higher education, digital media, and life sciences communications, with demand at every level from editorial assistant to senior content strategist. Boston, Cambridge, and Somerville anchor the market, where employers like Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, MIT Press, and Harvard University Press maintain long-standing editorial teams. The most sought-after specialties are academic and scholarly editing, digital content editing, and technical and scientific writing. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Summary:
Real Chemistry is looking for a Senior Editor—21GRAMS to join our growing team!
21GRAMS, part of Real Chemistry, is a full-service healthcare advertising agency built on the belief that healthcare should feel more human. We combine bold creativity, strategic rigor, and deep scientific understanding to create work that changes behavior, improves outcomes, and makes a meaningful impact on people's lives. Our culture is grounded in collaboration, curiosity, and a shared commitment to doing exceptional work. We believe in being good to each other while pushing ourselves to deliver ideas that move audiences, brands, and healthcare forward.
The Senior Editor maintains quality control of agency deliverables during all stages and is a liaison for the Editorial Department to other colleagues to own and reinforce established standard operating procedures. Grows professional relationships with internal brand team members and works collaboratively to ensure best practices. Performs all functions necessary to keep workflow running smoothly and able to maintain a good level of quality control even with crunched timelines.
This role can be remote within the United States or based in any of our U.S. office locations, including New York City, Boston, Chicago, Lambertville, NJ, San Francisco, or Carmel, IN.
What you’ll do:
Establishes solid working relationships internally and with internal brand team accounts to which they are assigned; proactively and collaboratively engages with Copy, Medical, Account, Art/Studio, and Project Management teams to provide support
Is the lead editor for 1 or more accounts
Raises a red flag with brand teams and/or senior managers when timelines are too tight, additional resources are needed, or when there is a disruption to normal workflow, among other concerns
- Maintains oversight for their own jobs to complete them on schedule whether by managing their own time or delegating promptly and responsibly to other resources
- Supports and reinforces team and agency initiatives established by senior managers
- Participates in team meetings and contributes to fostering a team mentality
- Practices a positive “can do” attitude at all times
- Mentors and trains new and/or junior employees and freelancers
This position is a perfect fit for you if:
- Our Company values, Best Together, Impact Obsessed, Excellence Expected, Evolve Always, and Accountability with an "I", genuinely resonate with how you work and lead.
- You demonstrate the Real Chemistry Can mindset by approaching challenges with optimism, accountability, creativity, and a solutions-oriented attitude, always looking for ways to make a meaningful impact for our clients, colleagues, and communities.
- You are adaptable, resilient, and comfortable adjusting your scope, responsibilities, and priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment. As our business grows and changes, so do we.
- You are proactive, driven, and resourceful, with strong prioritization skills, intellectual curiosity, and a desire to leverage data to inform decisions and drive outcomes.
- You are energized by innovation and the transformative potential of AI, actively exploring new technologies, identifying opportunities to work smarter, and championing practical, responsible AI adoption that drives meaningful business impact.
What you should have:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher desirable
- 2+ years’ experience in medical advertising, medical publishing, and/or medical education, with 0+ years’ experience in medical advertising
- Expected to be 95%+ billable
- Advertising, marketing, business, English, or related degree preferred
- Ability to interact with diverse internal population (e.g., account, creatives, project management)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and some Excel) and Adobe, and familiarity with digital routing/commenting platforms, spell-check/auto compare programs
- Ability to comprehend scientific content and data to ensure accuracy of all claims made by agency or its clients
Pay Range: 105,000-120,000
The anticipated salary range for this position is listed above. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location, and internal parity.
In addition to base salary, Real Chemistry offers a comprehensive benefits package and a variety of programs designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and success.
Real Chemistry reserves the right to update compensation and benefits programs at any time.
Real Chemistry is proud to be Great Place to Work® certified; check out what our people shared about our culture and workplace on .
We believe we can do our best when feeling our best, which is why we’ve put together a benefits program designed to give you the support you and your family need at every stage of life. Real Chemistry offers a comprehensive benefit program and perks, tailored to your region. Globally, this includes offices in our key markets with free snacks to keep you running all day long, generous holiday and paid time off, options for private medical, dental, and vison plans, and support in saving for the future. Other perks include mental wellness coaching and support and access to more than 13,000 online classes with LinkedIn Learning. Learn more about our great benefits and perks and search specific offerings in your region at: www.realchemistrybenefits.com.
At Real Chemistry, we believe we're at our best when we're connected. Our Real Hybrid and Regional Teams (Real HART) approach is designed to foster collaboration, learning, innovation, and meaningful relationships while providing flexibility where appropriate. Because our workforce spans multiple countries, regions, and client needs, work arrangements may vary by role and location. Some positions offer hybrid or remote flexibility, while others require regular in-office presence. For example, certain teams and regions, including some of our UK operations, have office-based requirements. Your recruiter will discuss the specific expectations for the role you're pursuing during the interview process and keep you informed throughout the hiring journey. For employees located within a one-hour commute of a Real Chemistry office, we require in-person attendance two days per week, either from a Real Chemistry office or when working onsite with clients. Employees in regions without a nearby office may work remotely and come together throughout the year for collaboration, culture-building, learning, and team connection opportunities. While these guidelines reflect our current workplace model, we understand that everyone’s circumstances are unique. If you require additional flexibility, we welcome an open conversation with your recruiter and our HR team to discuss your needs and determine what may be possible.
Real Chemistry is an Equal Opportunity employer. We continually strive to build and sustain an inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees feel empowered to leverage all they bring from their personal lived experience and professional expertise, to make our team the best in the industry. We encourage motivated and qualified applicants to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, ethnic or national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Real Chemistry operates. Should you require accommodations throughout the interview process please let your recruiter know.
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in editor jobs across Massachusetts.
- Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated editing experience with published work samples or a portfolio
- Proficiency with content management systems such as WordPress or Adobe Experience Manager
- Strong command of AP, Chicago, or APA style depending on the employer's editorial standards
- Experience collaborating with writers, designers, and subject-matter experts across departments
- Familiarity with SEO principles and digital publishing workflows for online content
Editor Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a editor in Massachusetts?
There is no state-issued license or registration required to work as an editor in Massachusetts. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in English, journalism, or communications, along with a portfolio of edited work. Many Massachusetts publishers and universities favor candidates who have completed internships at local outlets or academic presses. Building expertise in a subject area, such as science, law, or technology, significantly strengthens your candidacy for specialized roles.
Which companies hire editors in Massachusetts?
Companies currently hiring editors in Massachusetts include RELX, Elsevier, and LexisNexis Legal & Professional, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of universities, academic publishers, and life sciences firms means editorial openings appear consistently across both traditional media and institutional communications teams.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most editor jobs?
Medford, Boston, and Cambridge have the most editor openings in Massachusetts. Boston and Cambridge drive the bulk of demand through their publishing houses, universities, hospitals, and technology companies, while suburban markets like Somerville and Waltham add volume through biotech communications and digital media firms headquartered in the Route 128 corridor.
Are there remote editor jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 82% of editor openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how thoroughly editorial work translates to asynchronous, screen-based collaboration. Digital content editing and copyediting roles are most likely to be fully remote, while roles tied to print production or editorial leadership at academic presses more often require in-office presence.
How can I get hired as a editor in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an editorial internship at one of Massachusetts's academic presses, regional magazines, or university communications offices, where many full-time roles are filled from the intern pool. Employers like Harvard University Press and MIT Press run structured programs for early-career candidates. Lateral moves from roles in content coordination, copywriting, or communications writing are common. A clean, proofread writing and editing portfolio, even from academic or freelance work, carries more weight than a credential alone.
Where can I find and apply to editor jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to editor jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your background and specialty, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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