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Research Science Writer

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UC San Diego

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United States , San Diego

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71550.00 - 99500.00 USD / Year ▼
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Job Description:

This is a 75% Limited position for 8 months. This appointment may be extended or converted to career status based on the needs of the department. The Research Science Writer is responsible for producing and editing clear, compelling, and accurate stories that highlight UC San Diego research and innovation for broad internal and external audiences. This role focuses on reporting, interviewing, and translating complex scientific and technical information into accessible narratives across print, social media and digital platforms.

Job Responsibility:

  • Producing and editing clear, compelling, and accurate stories that highlight UC San Diego research and innovation for broad internal and external audiences
  • Reporting, interviewing, and translating complex scientific and technical information into accessible narratives across print, social media and digital platforms
  • Writing, editing, and refining a wide range of comprehensive and complex materials, ensuring stylistic consistency, logical organization, accuracy, and effective emphasis
  • Reporting on interdisciplinary and campus-wide research initiatives
  • Translating complex scientific and scholarly work into accessible, compelling narratives for broad audiences
  • Conducting research, identifying and interviewing subject-matter experts, selecting appropriate sources, and collaborating closely with communicators embedded within schools, divisions, and research units to surface deeper, cross-cutting stories
  • Verifying factual content to ensure high-quality and reliable communications
  • Recommending content structure and layout, editing and coordinating the production of written materials, and supporting the adaptation and conversion of content for online formats and archives

Requirements:

  • Professional writing experience with relevant published clips (Science/Tech/Health or Research-focused writing)
  • Experience writing about academic research in a higher education environment
  • Experience drafting press releases and working within review/approval workflows
  • Familiarity with digital publishing workflows (CMS) and web writing best practices
  • Experience adapting stories for multiple channels (web, newsletters, social)
  • Bachelor's degree in a related area with 3+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent experience / training
  • Thorough knowledge of the fundamentals of writing, grammar, syntax, style, and punctuation
  • Thorough knowledge of appropriate editorial style and publication guidelines
  • Thorough skills to write clear, lively, engaging and compelling copy in a variety of styles appropriate to target audiences and / or the broader public, while ensuring adherence to the location's message
  • Thorough knowledge of the location, including its mission, goals, achievements, infrastructure, programs, and policies
  • Thorough knowledge of issues in higher education, a specialized academic discipline or field and / or health sciences
  • Knowledge of computer applications for publishing, image handling, and / or web production
  • Thorough research and fact verification skills
  • Thorough knowledge of editing and fact-checking
  • Thorough interpersonal communications skills, including active listening and effective collaboration skills
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
  • Thorough analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Thorough attention to detail, project management and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
  • Skill to maintain confidentiality
  • Thorough interviewing, reporting, and explanatory writing skills
  • ability to learn new technical topics quickly

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 21, 2026

Expiration:
April 03, 2026

Employment Type:
Parttime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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