Science Research Writer - Department of Developmental Neurobiology
Science Research Writer - Department of Developmental Neurobiology
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$ 70720 - 126880
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Job Description
The Science Research Writer will work with faculty within the Department of Developmental Neurobiology. The writer will need to be inperson as the candidate needs to get to know the faculty their research and their style of writing. Relocation assistance is available.
This is a primarily onsite role at St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital. Relocation is required for candidates residing outside of the local area.
Responsibilities will include drafting and editing narratives required for funding applications progress reports conference abstracts original scientific manuscripts review articles press releases institutional protocols compliance documents and related tasks.
Ideal Experience & Skills:
PhD degree preferably in neuroscience or related field.
Experience in scientific writing or scientific communications.
A strong scientific background and previous scientific and/or medical writing are required with excellent research editing and proofreading skills.
Proven ability to write clear concise and engaging content for diverse audiences and platforms (articles videos social media etc.. Experience with Large Language Modules is a plus.
Experience collaborating with faculty scientists and researchers.
Strong project management and organization skills are desirable for this position.
Experience with writing for social media platforms is considered an asset.
Job Responsibilities:
Draft and edit prose required for funding applications progress reports conference abstracts original scientific manuscripts review articles press releases institutional protocols and compliance documents.
Train postdocs and students in successful writing.
Apply expertise with BioRender for images.
Participate on project teams through collaborative engagement within DNB and across other departments.
Manage/prioritize multiple projects under general supervision working in a fastpaced deadlinedriven environment.
Perform other related duties as assigned in order to meet the goals and objectives of DNB and the institution.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Minimum Education and/or Training:
Masters degree in life sciences or a related field required.
PhD degree in Neuroscience strongly preferred.
Minimum Experience:
Minimum requirement: 2 years of experience as a scientific editor or relevant research and publication.
Experience in the construction of scientific documents (journal articles or grant applications) preferred.
Experience in experimental design; statistical principles; effective display of scientific data; and publication policies procedures and ethics.
Experience in the construction of NIH grant applications preferred.
Compensation
In recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws St. Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets experience and training licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $70720 $126880 per year for the role of Science Research Writer Department of Developmental Neurobiology.Explore our exceptional benefits!
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Employment Type
Full-Time
