Scientific Writer

Job Family:

Documentation / Technical Writing (DOC)

Travel Required:

None

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

We are looking for a Scientific Writer to support executive communications, scientific and technical writing, knowledge management, and leadership engagement activities for the National Library of Medicine (NLM). This is a full-time position located in Bethesda, MD, with teleworking or remote eligibility.

• Draft executive-level communications, including emails, briefing materials, reports, correspondence, talking points, and NLM news items.

• Develop presentations, speaker notes, scripts, briefing books, Q&A documents, and other leadership communication materials.

• Research, write, and edit scientific and technical content, including reports, policy papers, summaries, articles, speeches, and digital media products.

• Conduct literature reviews and prepare concise summaries, reports, and presentations of scientific findings.

• Develop and maintain SOPs, templates, style guides, toolkits, and other communications resources.

• Manage and update knowledge management resources, including the NLM Office of the Director wiki and other content repositories.

• Review, edit, and proofread documents to ensure scientific accuracy, quality, consistency, and completeness.

• Support leadership communications, stakeholder engagement activities, working groups, and cross-NLM initiatives.

• Translate complex scientific and programmatic information into clear content for technical and non-technical audiences.

• Coordinate with leadership, subject matter experts, and internal stakeholders to develop and execute communication strategies.

• Provide guidance and expertise on scientific, technical, and executive communications best practices.

• Assist with training, coaching, and development of writing and editing resources for staff.

What You Will Need:

• Master’s Degree

• Minimum of TWO (2) years of experience in executive communications and/or strategic communications support.

• Strong scientific and technical writing, editing, and proofreading skills.

• Experience conducting literature reviews and synthesizing complex scientific information.

• Experience preparing reports, presentations, briefing materials, and leadership communications.

• Ability to translate technical and scientific information for non-technical audiences.

• Knowledge of content management, knowledge management, and document control best practices.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD “public trust”; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Experience supporting NIH, HHS, NLM, or other federal scientific organizations.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Familiarity with REPORTER, IMPAC II, wiki platforms, and enterprise content management systems.

• Experience creating Section 508-compliant documents and presentations.

• Graphic design experience supporting executive-level presentations and communications.

The annual salary range for this position is $57,300.00-$85,900.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Care.com annual membership

• Employee Assistance Program

• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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