Science Writer

Job description

Description Our Communications Team is seeking a motivated science writer to share the cutting-edge science and unique mission of the Morgridge Institute for Research with the world. The successful candidate will join a collaborative and interdisciplinary team passionate about boosting engagement with the institute’s research amongst a diverse set of stakeholders and audiences. Primary responsibilities will include identifying and executing science storytelling opportunities from within the institute’s diverse research portfolio and translating complex topics for non-specialists across platforms. This is a full-time position. Work is performed primarily on-site, with a hybrid option 1-2 days per week. Primary Responsibilities: · Identify and produce high-impact stories on research, programs, people and ideas, in concert with the Morgridge advancement team. · Write press releases, perform media outreach, engage reporters, and use research tools to reach target markets for promotion. · Manage multiple editorial projects and meet deadlines. · Coordinate multimedia content needs and oversee productions with video and photography vendors; on occasion, pursue opportunities to produce, sh...