Position Objective: Provide services as a Science Writer in support of the overall functions of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) within the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The Policy, Planning and Evaluation Branch facilitates responses to requests for review of research policies, agency plans, and federal regulations; develops related documents; and coordinates with the NIAID divisions for review and comment. PPE then works with the NIAID Office of the Director to develop an Institute-level response. The candidate will be responsible for translating scientific language and communicating technical ideas to a general audience in plain language, focusing on concepts related to infectious and immune-mediated diseases within NIAID's mission.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Research, write and edit in accordance with industry, academic and publication standards book manuscripts and chapters, peer-reviewed journal articles, conference and symposium proceedings and general print media articles.
• Research, write and edit scientific and technical information in a variety of formats, including articles, blog posts, factsheets, one-pagers, brochures, presentations and speeches, workshop summaries, reports, briefing materials, press releases, content for digital media in online and print format.
• Research, write and edit policy papers featuring recommendations based on original research findings and conclusions.
• Perform literature reviews of scientific and technical literature to identify methodologies, findings and conclusions of significance and prepare summaries and reports for distribution among research and medical staffs.
• Maintain credentials to standard databases, repositories, libraries, and search engines to ensure access to the most recent domestic and international publications, dissertations, research reports, etc.
• Prepare summaries, reports, dashboards and presentations on results of literature reviews to researchers and staffs.
• Assist data managers collect, collate, organize and upload information to advanced data repositories, and integrate local databases with enterprise software and applications such as REPORTER and IMPAC II.
• Develop literature and publication repository using standard software applications and tools of research materials and conduct queries.
• Coordinate with senior executives to prepare outline and collect and assemble into annual reports.
• Review and provide comment on the scientific and technical accuracy of a variety of reports, presentations and correspondence.
• Review and provide edits to a variety of external communication and informational materials to ensure scientific and technical accuracy and completeness.
• Assist researchers develop scientific and technical documentation, providing insights, guidance and recommendations to improve products.
• Design and maintain templates and detailed usage instructions for preparing common documentation, such as posters, presentations, reports, proposals, abstracts, etc.
• Proofread all documents (drafts and final forms) for scientific and technical accuracy and completeness prior to submitting them for review and approval or acceptance. 5
• Critically review draft documents, synthesize comments, and incorporate appropriate comments from other reviewers into successive drafts to prepare final documents. 4
• Provide expert advise for general health and science communications activities that involve content creation for health communication and outreach projects, scientific and technical publication, promotional materials and online events. 1
• Provide expert advice and consultation to staff on issues related to scientific and programmatic written articles. 2
• Advise executives and program managers on written materials to be developed and present strategies for maximizing impact and performance toward organizational and programmatic goas and objectives. 3
• Researchers, repackages and shares among research and operational staff best practices, tips, and practices for improving the quality and consistency of scientific and technical writing.

Basic Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Microbiology or Miscellaneous Biology.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office.
• Experience in 508c compliance and federally mandated accessibility requirements.
• Demonstrated experience preparing scientific reports.
• Proficiency in proofreading and editing.
• Experience in organizing information and gathering information related to the development of reports, briefings, and media outreach.
• Experience writing for public, media, and health professional audiences.
• Science background, including an understanding of technical scientific terms and concepts related to infectious and immune- mediated diseases, microbiology and/or immunology, communicating technical ideas to a general audience, and translating scientific language into plain language.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to multi-task and pay close attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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This position is contingent upon contract award.