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BioPhase Solutions

CA

$36 - $41/hr

BioPhase Solutions specializes in recruiting top talented professionals for Southern California's Scientific community. We are currently looking for a Contract Technical Writer to work for a leading ...

Canyons School District

$89.24/hr

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Qualifications and Minimum Requirements Possession of an unexpired California Community College Instructor Credential in Health Science. OR ...

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What is a contract health science writer?

Contract Health Science Writers are professionals who create clear, accurate, and engaging content related to health, medicine, or science on a freelance or project basis. They may write for medical journals, pharmaceutical companies, healthcare organizations, or popular science publications. Their work often includes writing research summaries, patient education materials, regulatory documents, or marketing content. Contract writers have the flexibility to work with multiple clients and often specialize in translating complex scientific information into language understandable to the intended audience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract health science writer?

To thrive as a Contract Health Science Writer, you need excellent scientific literacy, research proficiency, and strong writing skills, often supported by a degree in life sciences or related fields. Familiarity with referencing software (like EndNote), medical databases (such as PubMed), and knowledge of industry guidelines (e.g., AMA style) are typically required. Attention to detail, adaptability, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure the accurate translation of scientific data into accessible, credible content for diverse audiences.

What are some common challenges faced by contract health science writers, and how can they be managed?

Contract Health Science Writers often face challenges such as tight deadlines, rapidly changing project scopes, and the need to quickly adapt to different client expectations. Managing these challenges involves staying organized, maintaining clear communication with project managers and subject matter experts, and continuously updating knowledge of relevant medical guidelines and literature. Building a network of professional contacts and leveraging project management tools can also help streamline workflow and ensure deliverables meet both quality standards and deadlines.

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Writer Editor

San Francisco, CA • On-site

University-of-California---SAN-Francisc
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Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Involves conceiving, researching, writing, editing, and / or publishing written materials and strategic communications, including publications, articles, proposals, speeches, and promotional material.

Generic Scope

Technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas; problem-solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues / problems without precedent and / or structure. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy.

Custom Scope

Researches, writes and / or edits high-level communications, publications, and / or reports with complex or sensitive subject matter to audiences that are either broad or highly influential. Requires subject-matter expertise and an in-depth understanding of the audience and the communication strategies that will best serve the institution with that audience. Work is of considerable difficulty and may require political acumen and sensitivity.

The Quantitative Biosciences Institute (QBI) at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is recruiting a highly motivated and collaborative Senior Science Writer and Editor for a part-time Writer Editor 4 position. The selected candidate will join a multi-disciplinary team of scientific experts, writers, managers, and professionals to promote QBI’s collaborative biomedical research portfolio. This unique team emphasizes collaboration over competition, connecting experts from around the world to build lasting networks and make a huge scientific impact. As an integral member of the QBI team, you will bring your technical leadership and recognized expertise to tackle unique challenges, develop innovative solutions, and communicate QBI stories and outcomes to a broad audience.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, biophysics or related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience writing and editing for academia.

Highly independent and able to take the initiative for developing and pitching story ideas, workshops & outreach exhibits, and creative science communication ventures.

Expertise in writing, grammar, syntax, style and punctuation with the ability to write clear and compelling narratives for a variety of styles for both targeted and broad audiences.

Advanced experience and knowledge of editorial style and publication guidelines specific for higher education and academia in biology or health sciences.

In depth knowledge of applications and software used for publishing, data analysis, image handling, figure development, and web production.

Advanced critical thinking, analytical, research and fact verification skills.

Advanced interpersonal communication and collaboration skills including project management, organizational, problem recognition, avoidance, and resolution skills.

In depth knowledge in own area of scientific expertise and extensive scientific acumen.

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications:

PhD or MD in biology, biochemistry, biophysics or related field

Knowledge of UCSF and QBI, including its mission, goals, programs, achievements, and policies.

Knowledge of higher education, health sciences, or a related academic or clinical field.

Knowledge of video and audio content editing and publishing applications.

Comfortable operating in a dynamic, evolving research and development environment.

Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and work effectively across functions.

Technical expertise in systems biology data integration and mass spectrometry (MS)-based proteomics is highly desired.

Job Info
  • Job Identification 6233
  • Job Category Communications
  • Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
  • Job Schedule Full time
  • Job Shift Day
  • Shift Length 8 hours
  • Budgeted Job Salary Range 90,700.00 - 193,500.00
  • Campus Location 1 Mission Bay (SF)
  • Bargaining Unit 99
  • Employee Class Career
  • FLSA Status Exempt
  • Job Code and Payroll Title 004018 | WRITER EDITOR 4
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