Scientific Writer
Core
Translates scientific data and concepts into prose for target audiences; assists Principal Investigators with developing, formatting, proofreading, editing, and finalizing scientific documents and grant proposals.
Role type
Scientific Writer
Builds
Scientific documents, grant proposals, and presentations
Domain
Academic medical research and healthcare
Required skills
Scientific/medical editing, grant proposal formatting, document proofreading, regulatory compliance, copyright management, scientific presentation support
Preferred skills
Learning agility, technical proficiency with office software
Responsibilities
Create and maintain competitive application templates for grant proposals; format substantive copy and perform scientific editing; ensure document readability and conformance to submission requirements; review document language for scientific/medical accuracy; communicate with Principal Investigators to ensure document accuracy; edit extramurally funded proposals; develop scientific presentations; ensure documents conform with regulations and policies; obtain and maintain documentation for copyright transfers and conflict of interest statements; track progress and respond to publication queries.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC