Sanford Burnham Prebys is a preeminent, independent biomedical research institute dedicated to understanding human biology and disease, and advancing scientific discoveries to profoundly impact human health.

The Science Writer is responsible for promoting the Institute’s achievements and reputation as a preeminent biomedical research organization to target audiences including the research community, biopharma industry, donors and general public.

This position serves as a key contributor, writer and project coordinator of publications that may include electronic media, press releases, newsletters, collateral and other digital communications.

Duties And Responsibilities

Writes scientific content for use in publications and electronic media
Generates ideas that support the overall communications strategy
Conceptualizes, researches and drafts scientific press releases
Conceptualizes, researches and writes science and nonscientific blog posts
Serves as collaborator and writer for the Institute’s news magazine
Produces and posts content for all social media channels including Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn
Determines content, ensures accuracy and over-sees production and distribution for monthly e-newsletter to the Institute’s support base
Contributes content to the Institute’s internal intranet, digital signage and external website
Completes multiple assignments and projects simultaneously while delivering accurate, high-quality pieces
Assists with writing internal communications

Education And/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field, communications or journalism and four years’ experience in a combination of professional-level communications, media relations and/or project management work experience or equivalent combination of training and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been attained required
Master’s degree a science-related field, communications or journalism preferred

Knowledge, Skill And/or Abilities

Superior written and verbal communications skills

Strong experience writing and interpreting medical research for a general audience
Storytelling ability to successfully engage lay audiences in publicity materials
Experience using social media as a marketing or outreach tool
Experience writing, producing and distributing digital communications
Communications or public relations experience in a medical research or science-related environment is desirable
Possess strong grammar skills
Work independently as well as in a team environment
Be responsible, organized, and a problem solver
Possess strong attention to detail, analytical, time management, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience with content management systems such as SharePoint and WordPress
Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator is desirable

Supervisory Responsibilities

No, this position does not have any formal supervisory responsibilities

Compensation

Annual Full Pay Range: $75,000 - $90,000/year (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the Institute reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the Institute anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability – committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals.

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