Job Title: Technical Writer/Editor II

Job Summary:

This position is in support of the National Science Foundation (NSF) Office of Legislative and Public Affairs (OLPA). The Technical Writer/Editor will provide communication and technical writing support to OLPA.

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, media engagement 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 and editing articles, agreements, white papers, web content, research news, and other publications related to science topics of interest to a variety of stakeholders, translating concepts and ideas into clear language
• Conducting research through interviews with subject-matter specialists and other methods to write and edit content for a variety of communications channels, including print, web, and digital
• Providing expertise in measuring attitudes and actions among the public and using findings to improve, refine and enhance campaigns and other deliverables
• 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 similar
  • Additional experience may be accepted in lieu of degree
• At least 3 - 5 years of experience in technical writing, scientific writing, or professional 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:

• Prior experience in a scientific field
• Master's Degree in English, Professional/Technical Writing, or equivalent

Work Setting and Environment:

• Monday - Friday, normal working hours
• Hybrid between remote and in-person, onsite location is NSF HQ in Alexandria, VA

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