Job Title: Technical Writer/Editor II
Job Summary:
Join our dynamic team at the National Science Foundation, where you'll immerse yourself in the exhilarating world of scientific communication, crafting compelling narratives that demystify intricate NSF science programs and research findings. Utilize your expertise in technical and scientific writing to develop innovative communication strategies and engage diverse audiences through various digital platforms, ensuring accessibility and clarity in conveying complex scientific concepts. Collaborate with esteemed scientists and communication specialists to produce impactful publications, articles, and web content, playing a pivotal role in shaping the dialogue around groundbreaking scientific advancements for a better-informed society.
Responsibilities Include:

• Drafting content that articulates, interprets, and explains important, complex, and potentially controversial NSF science programs and research findings
• Developing public affairs audience- or issues-driven communication strategies, digital engagement strategies, and delivery methods
• Planning, drafting, and developing communications products, plans, and engagement strategies to address a variety of complex scientific research topics
• Writing/editing articles, white papers, web content, and other publications related to science topics of interest to a variety of stakeholders, translating concepts using plain language principles
• Conducting research through interviews with subject-matter specialists and other research methods to write and edit content for a variety of communications channels, including print, web, and digital
• Collaborating with scientists and OLPA personnel in the preparation and review of social media and web content and provide technical writing guidance and feedback

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in English, Communications, or other similar degree
• 3 years of experience in technical writing or scientific writing distilling complex, technical subjects into Plain Language for a diverse range of audiences
• Experience with Associated Press style, conforming with Plain Language standards
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.)

Desired:

• Master's degree in English, Professional/Technical Writing, or related field
• Experience in a scientific field

Work Setting and Environment:

• Monday - Friday, normal working hours
• Work is hybrid; 2 days onsite per week
• Onsite location is NSF HQ in Alexandria, VA

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