Health Care Reporter, Food and Drug Administration
About the Role
POLITICO is seeking an experienced journalist to lead coverage of the Food and Drug Administration, pharmaceutical industry lobbying and President Donald Trump’s efforts to lower drug prices. The reporter will break news and produce authoritative coverage across POLITICO platforms exploring the political forces shaping Washington’s approach to pharmaceutical innovation and affordability. The reporter will co-author the twice weekly Prescription Pulse newsletter, helping curate and elevate the most important health policy developments for POLITICO subscribers who need to know what’s moving — and what it means — in real time.
Who You Are
- An enterprising journalist with deep curiosity, excellent news judgment and a track record of revelatory storytelling — someone who is eager to scoop the competition while also delivering deep dives.
- A collaborative colleague who contributes ideas and expertise across a large health care team
- Familiar with navigating federal agencies and understanding how Washington's regulatory process works, particularly as it affects pharma companies and medical device makers.
What You’ll Do
- Cover the FDA, pharmaceutical industry lobbying and the Trump administration’s drug-pricing agenda
- Break news and produce authoritative stories across formats and platforms
- Co-author and help shape the twice-weekly Prescription Pulse newsletter
- Work collaboratively with reporters and editors across POLITICO’s health care team
What You’ll Need
- At least 4-5 years experience covering federal health care policy
- Proven ability to dig up scoops in a fast-paced newsroom environment
- Ability to work collaboratively across beats
- Demonstrated track record of writing accurately, thoughtfully and quickly across story forms
Pay
$90,000-$120,000 Annual Base. The final salary offered will be based on factors including relevant experience, skills, and qualifications.