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Science Writer
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$85K - $141K/yr
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Science Writer
Bethesda, MD · Hybrid
$85K - $141K/yr
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Science Writer
Bethesda, MD · On-site
$85K - $141K/yr
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Science Writer
Bethesda, MD · On-site
$85K - $141K/yr
Provide support based on an in-depth knowledge of the subject matter, write, and edit recommendation memos and other justification documents for scientific positions. * Produce work products ...
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This is a home based position - the successful candidate can be based anywhere in the US. Summary ... BA/BS degree in life sciences, clinical sciences, English/journalism, or equivalent related ...
Senior Medical Writer (Home Based)
Raleigh, NC · On-site +1
This is a home based position - the successful candidate can be based anywhere in the US. Summary ... BA/BS degree in life sciences, clinical sciences, English/journalism, or equivalent related ...
This is a home based position - the successful candidate can be based anywhere in the US. Summary ... BA/BS degree in life sciences, clinical sciences, English/journalism, or equivalent related ...
This is a home based position - the successful candidate can be based anywhere in the US. Summary ... BA/BS degree in life sciences, clinical sciences, English/journalism, or equivalent related ...
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The Scientific Writer for the Breast Oncology Center supports the Department of Medical Oncology at ... Analyzing data from immune-based clinical trials and translational studies * Assume other duties as ...
Scientific Writer - Cerebrovascular-related Research (GCA)
Charlotte, NC · On-site
$35.50 - $53.25/hr
Leads scientific writing, research, and department projects efficiently and timely. * Communicates ... Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications ...
Scientific Writer - Cerebrovascular-related Research (GCA)
Charlotte, NC · On-site
$35.50 - $53.25/hr
Leads scientific writing, research, and department projects efficiently and timely. * Communicates ... Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications ...
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Home Based Scientific Writer information
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$21.88 - $26.57
16% of jobs
$26.57 - $31.27
1% of jobs
$34.48 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$31.27 - $35.97
12% of jobs
$35.97 - $40.67
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The median wage is $42.91 / hr.
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$45.37 - $50.07
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$50.07 - $54.76
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$54.76 - $59.46
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$59.46 - $64.16
2% of jobs
$64.16 - $68.86
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$68.86 - $73.56
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What is the difference between Home Based Scientific Writer vs Freelance Scientific Writer?
| Aspect | Home Based Scientific Writer | Freelance Scientific Writer |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Typically requires a degree in science or related field | Same as home based; often similar educational background |
| Work Environment | Works remotely, often for a single employer or project | Works independently for multiple clients |
| Employer/Industry Usage | Employed by publishing houses, research organizations, or biotech companies | Serves various clients across industries, including academia and industry |
| Search/Comparison Intent | Often searched for as a stable, remote scientific writing role | Compared for flexibility and variety of projects |
The main difference is that a Home Based Scientific Writer typically works for a single employer or on specific projects from home, providing consistent work. In contrast, a Freelance Scientific Writer works independently, managing multiple clients and projects, offering greater flexibility but less job stability.
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Full-time
Posted 21 days ago
Job description
Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Master’s Degree required
- PhD Preferred
EXPERIENCE
- Six years’ experience in technical or scientific writing
- Two years with grant applications preferred
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Ability to write in a clear, concise, and accurate language that can be understood by technical and non-technical audiences
- Ability to understand complex scientific information, theories, and practices.
- Skilled in identifying extramural funding mechanisms for faculty and programs
- Skilled in coordinating strategic writing projects
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Subject matter expert responsible for research, writing, and editing of technical documents.
- Mentors and coaches other scientific writers in editing and compiling appendices of documents related to technical reports.
- Works with departments, agencies and sponsors to ensure that specific requirements are met with respect to document content and formatting.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Independently creates technical documents (collaborating with the team) based on the strategy provided, and is accountable for the format, content, and adherence to global and electronic publishing standards of the individual submission documents that he/she is the author of.
- Interprets data and advises faculty as how to best present data considering scientific communications best practices.
- Works with Principal Investigator(s) to develop, present, and bring to final submission high quality, large, multi-disciplinary, and multi-collaborative grant proposals and publications.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Prepares moderately complex documents and sections of regulatory submissions and contributes scientific knowledge and analytical skills to the preparation of grant proposals, manuscripts, presentations, protocols, and clinical regulatory documentation.
- Prepares technical documents that adhere to regulatory, financial, policy, and legal requirements.
- Assures compliance with Houston Methodist policies, rules, and regulations to meet government, publisher, and sponsor standards and research development best practices.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Development of grant application budgets, industry contracts and subcontracts, and other financial documents in compliance with Houston Methodist policies and procedures.
- Contributes to quality improvement and success of grants applications.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Finds and implements innovations in scientific writing, grant development and research development to continuously improve best practices.
- Seeks opportunities to for continual professional development.
- Fosters a positive and constructive teaching environment by engaging students and co-workers in learning opportunities that are valuable and in alignment with business objectives.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
- WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: No
- Business professional: Yes
- Other (department approved): No
- On Call* No
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes
ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
EDUCATION
- Master’s Degree required
- PhD Preferred
EXPERIENCE
- Six years’ experience in technical or scientific writing
- Two years with grant applications preferred
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Academic Institute oversees the Education Institute and Research Institute. The Academic Institute aligns our research and education initiatives in service to the clinical mission, providing solutions that answer the call for new technologies and skills our clinicians need for patient care. Houston Methodist Education Institute coordinates our primary academic affiliation with Weill Cornell Medicine and other joint programs, including the Engineering Medicine Program at Texas A&M University Intercollegiate School of Engineering Medicine. The Education Institute also oversees continuing medical education and graduate medical education, and supports trainees in residence for medical, nursing, allied health and research education programs. Houston Methodist Research Institute supports research programs and infrastructure that enable faculty across the system to bring new scientific discoveries to patients as rapidly as possible through the full cycle of a cure from conceptual bench research, to prototyping and development, to clinical trials and FDA approval. The Research Institute supports clinical research protocols and extramurally funded translational research programs.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.