The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of tasks including editing and helping prepare laboratory and clinical studies and documents for submission to journals and granting agencies. The Scientific Writer will find, draft, and edit stories for the quarterly departmental newsletter; he/she will write text, prepare content for, and build out pages for the center's website, as well as prepare protocols, reports and manuscripts for publication. This position will report to and work directly with the center director. The ideal candidate will be flexible, good at time management, skilled at working with faculty, and able to provide high-level editing and critique of scientific/medical material.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
An excellent understanding of scientific/medical terminology and basic sciences
Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to details and the ability to multi-task
Excellent computer skills with programs such as Microsoft Office, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, EndNote/Reference Manager, and DNAStar
Ability to work effectively on a team
Strong interpersonal skills
Required Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
Two years of experience in science writing/editing
Experience in technical writing in a scientific or technical field
Preferred Qualifications
Graduate degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in a biological science field
Experience in writing biomedical or Nanotechnology manuscripts, as well as the grants application process, and editing of biomedical manuscripts prior to submission