Article Writing
5 Opportunities to Check
This week's strongest article writing opportunities, checked against current employer or publication pages where possible.
Scientific Content Specialist, Customer Education
Certara · United States | Specialized scientific content role
Certara is hiring a scientific content specialist to develop training curricula, product documentation, online help, knowledge articles, and other educational content for scientific software. The role requires genuine scientific expertise in areas such as pharmacology, pharmaceutical sciences, biology, chemistry, or biomedical engineering. It is a good reminder that writing becomes considerably more valuable when it is paired with deep subject knowledge.
Freelance Story Pitches
New Mexico Magazine · Freelance magazine market | Roughly $0.35-$0.40 per word
New Mexico Magazine accepts story pitches about the state's places, people, culture, history, food, recreation, and travel experiences. The publication wants a story idea rather than an unsolicited finished manuscript, along with a working headline, synopsis, clips, and information about the writer. For freelancers who know the Southwest, outdoor life, travel, regional history, or local culture, this remains a straightforward traditional magazine market with published rates.
Article Submissions
American Educator · 1,000-5,000 words | Education, research, labor, history and related topics
American Educator, the professional journal of the American Federation of Teachers, accepts accessible articles on education research, curriculum, learning, history, civics, academic freedom, labor, and related subjects. It specifically asks writers to translate research into useful explanations rather than submit academic papers. The publication also requires disclosure when generative AI has been used to pre-write, research, or revise a manuscript, making its guidelines worth reading even beyond the submission opportunity itself.
Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry and Comics Submissions
Geist · Open through October 8, 2026 | Primarily Canadian writers and Canadian-connected work
Geist is open for fiction, nonfiction, poetry, comics, art, and photography through October 8, 2026. The magazine pays roughly $100-$300 for shorter nonfiction, up to $650 for longer features and fiction, and $100 per page for poetry. Eligibility matters: Geist prioritizes Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with occasional international work when it has a strong connection to Canada or relevance to a Canadian audience.
Fall Literary Submissions
New England Review · Fall 2026 submissions open with some categories closing early
New England Review is accepting fall submissions in several literary categories, but writers should check the live page immediately because high-volume categories can close before the general November 1 end date. For fall 2026, poetry has already closed, fiction is scheduled to close September 17, and Staging Style September 20. Published work pays $20 per page with a $50 minimum, plus contributor copies and a subscription.