How to become a scientific writer?

To become a science writer, it's important to first make a distinction between a science writer and a scientific writer. A scientific writer is someone who researches and writes for their peers as a scientist, generally in journals. Science writing is done by people who are still considered experts in science journalism but are laymen themselves. They are not generally a part of the actual research. The qualifications needed to become a science writer typically include a bachelor's degree in journalism and a background in science and research. This background is necessary to help you understand and translate complex scientific language and terminology.