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A Science Writer Internship is a training role where interns develop writing skills to communicate scientific concepts clearly to diverse audiences. Interns research, write, and edit content such as articles, blog posts, or press releases on scientific topics. They may work with scientists, editors, and communication teams to ensure accuracy and engagement. The role helps develop expertise in translating complex research into accessible content.

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To thrive as a Science Writer Intern, you need strong research abilities, a solid understanding of scientific concepts, and excellent written communication skills, often supported by coursework in science or journalism. Familiarity with tools such as Microsoft Office, citation management software, and content management systems is helpful, while formal science writing certificates can be an advantage. Attention to detail, curiosity, adaptability, and effective collaboration are standout soft skills in this role. These combined abilities enable clear, accurate translation of complex scientific information for diverse audiences, ensuring engaging and reliable content.

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As a Science Writer Intern, you may contribute to a variety of projects, such as researching and drafting articles, creating fact sheets, summarizing scientific studies, or supporting content for newsletters and social media. You might also assist in editing and proofreading existing materials or help interview subject matter experts for feature pieces. These responsibilities allow interns to develop practical writing skills, gain exposure to working with editorial and research teams, and learn about the publication process in a professional setting. Over the course of your internship, you'll receive feedback and mentorship to help you grow as a science communicator.
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Assistant Director of Applied Sports Science

Assistant Director of Applied Sports Science

Duke Clinical Research Institute

Durham, NC

$44.77K - $71.71K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Duke Athletics is firmly committed to our values of respect, trust, inclusion, discovery, and excellence, and to continuing our work to be an equitable and inclusive environment for all. Our collective success within and beyond the competitive arena depends on each community member being and feeling welcomed, respected, and valued. Through continuous education, reflection, humility, and accountability, we strive to develop leaders who embody these ideals.

Be You.

Title: Assistant Director of Applied Science, Duke University Athletics

Position Overview:

The Assistant Director of Applied Science will play an essential role establishing a comprehensive, holistic, and strategic sports science system to support the optimization of student athlete health, wellness, performance, and development while contributing to an environment that heightens the student athlete experience. Through oversight and direct interaction this position will play a key role in data collection, analysis, and communication to coaches, support staff, and associated personnel.

Be Bold.

Essential Functions:

* Lead data collection, analysis, and communication of sports science data for assigned teams.

* Technology utilized includes but not limited to Catapult, Force Decks, NordBord, Force Frame, Body Weights, Subjective Questionnaires.

* Daily oversight and mentoring of our team of sports science interns within Olympic Sports.

* Collaborate with athletic medicine, sport performance, nutrition, behavior health and coaching staff to optimize student-athlete health, wellness, performance, return to play, rehabilitation progression and minimize risk for injury.

* Provide insight/feedback to customize data management software.

* Assist in the vetting of new technologies and software.

* Contribute to research initiatives including data collection, data security, analysis, and scholarly writing.

Choose Duke.

Qualifications:

* Master's Degree or PhD in Sports Science, Exercise Science, Physiology, Kinesiology, Biomechanics, or related academic field.

* At least one (1) year of experience working within a collegiate athletics or professional sports.

* Experience working with athlete monitoring technologies (GPS, Force Plate, Wellness Questionnaires, Body Weights).

* Data analysis and visualization skills (Power BI, Excel, R, Python, etc.).

* Previous interdisciplinary work and communication within a comprehensive high-performance environment.

* Experience in leadership/mentoring within an applied sports setting.

How to Apply:

Interested Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three references online at https://hr.duke.edu/careers/apply

Minimum Qualifications Education

Work requires analytical, communications and organizational skills generally acquired through completion of a bachelor's degree program.

Experience

Work requires one year of experience in program administration or involving academic, instructional or counseling activities to acquire skills necessary to plan, coordinate and implement a variety of program activities and events. OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Skills

Ability to provide guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting standards and monitoring performance.

Skills using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions to problems.

Skills evaluating program performance, summarizing findings, communicating results, and forming an action plan.

Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, and coordination of people and resources.

Anticipated Pay Range:Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $44,766.00 to USD $71,706.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family- friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at:https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.


Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchangeof ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve of this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.


Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at DukeUniversity and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

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