Science Communication Consultant

Chestertown, MD - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 70 - 80

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Details

Senior

WASHINGTON COLLEGE - CHESTERTOWN MD

Fully Remote

Temporary Staff

Graduate Degree

$70.00 - $80.00 Hourly

Up to 25%

Any

Consultant

Description

Position Summary:
Washington College seeks a dynamic and experienced Science Communication Consultant to support the education and outreach components of the NSF-funded Pathways to Particle Physics initiative. This role focuses on translating complex particle physics research into engaging accessible narratives for diverse public audiences. The consultant will collaborate on content creation campaign strategy and outreach programming related to research in particle physics particularly at CERNs Large Hadron Collider and student-led projects from Washington College.

Key Responsibilities:

Translate technical topics in particle physics into engaging content for non-expert audiences.
Develop outreach materials including digital stories flyers presentations and short-form multimedia assets.
Assist in planning and promoting public lectures school outreach programs and social media campaigns.
Contribute to the development of NSF broader impacts deliverables and grant documentation.
Lead or support a/v and multimedia storytelling related to CERN LHC and ATLAS research.
Help evaluate impact using analytics tools and refine outreach strategy accordingly.

Preferred Skills (applicants should have experience with some not necessarily all):

Analytics Tools: Google Analytics 4 (GA4) YouTube Studio
CMS Platforms: Experience with Drupal or WordPress or Substack
Social Media Platforms: Ability to craft content for Meta LinkedIn YouTube and others
Media Monitoring Tools (optional): Exposure to platforms like Cision Muck Rack or Meltwater is a plus

Department:
Physics Department Washington College

Employment Type:
Part-time Temporary (10 hours/week from mid-January to mid-July 2026)

Travel: Up to 25% when needed across MD DC VA PA DE and nearby areas.

Location:
Remote

Qualifications

Substantial experience in science communication especially in particle physics.
Previous work with international scientific institutions (e.g. CERN or its experiments) preferred.
Exceptional storytelling ability across digital and traditional platforms.
Demonstrated experience managing or supporting outreach campaigns.
Advanced degree in Arts Humanities Communication or related field required (MA MFA PhD).
Self-motivated and collaborative with excellent time management skills.

Required Experience:

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Job Details Senior WASHINGTON COLLEGE - CHESTERTOWN MD Fully Remote Temporary Staff Graduate Degree $70.00 - $80.00 Hourly Up to 25% Any ConsultantDescription Position Summary:Washington College seeks a dynamic and experienced Science Communication Consultant to support the education and outreach co...