Science Writer

Welcome to Duke University, where we are dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge through top-notch research and education. We are currently seeking a talented Science Writer to join our team and help communicate the exciting discoveries and innovations happening at Duke to a broader audience. As a Science Writer, you will have the opportunity to work with some of the world's leading experts in various fields of science and translate their groundbreaking work into engaging and accessible content for diverse audiences. We are looking for a creative and passionate individual with excellent writing skills and a strong background in science to join our team and help promote the impact of Duke's research on society. If you have a knack for turning complex scientific concepts into compelling stories and are eager to be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment, we invite you to apply for this position at Duke University.

1. Conduct thorough research on ongoing scientific projects and breakthroughs at Duke University.
2. Collaborate with Duke's leading experts in various fields of science to gather information and insights for writing projects.
3. Translate complex scientific concepts into engaging and accessible content for diverse audiences.
4. Write compelling and accurate articles, press releases, and other written materials to promote Duke's research and discoveries.
5. Edit and proofread written materials to ensure accuracy and quality.
6. Develop creative and innovative ways to communicate scientific information through storytelling and visual aids.
7. Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and developments in the scientific field to ensure the accuracy and relevance of written materials.
8. Collaborate with other members of the communications team to develop and implement strategies for promoting Duke's scientific research.
9. Attend and cover scientific events and conferences to gather information and write about Duke's participation.
10. Use various platforms (such as social media, blogs, website) to share Duke's scientific research with a broader audience.
11. Manage and maintain relationships with external media outlets and journalists to promote Duke's research.
12. Work closely with graphic designers, photographers, and videographers to create multimedia content to accompany written materials.
13. Collaborate with other departments at Duke to ensure consistency and accuracy in messaging and branding.
14. Assist in developing and implementing communication plans and campaigns to promote Duke's scientific research.
15. Continuously evaluate and improve written materials and strategies to effectively communicate Duke's scientific research.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Science Writer in Durham, NC, USA is $50,000 - $70,000 per year. This range can vary depending on factors such as experience, education, and the specific industry or company the writer is working for.

Duke University is a private research university in Durham, North Carolina. Founded by Methodists and Quakers in the present-day town of Trinity in 1838, the school moved to Durham in 1892. In 1924, tobacco and electric power industrialist James Buchanan Duke established The Duke Endowment and the institution changed its name to honor his deceased father, Washington Duke. Duke's campus spans over 8,600 acres (3,500 hectares) on three contiguous sub-campuses in Durham as well as a marine lab in Beaufort. The West Campus—designed largely by architect Julian Abele—incorporates Gothic architecture with the 210-foot (64-meter) Duke Chapel at the campus' center and highest point of elevation, is adjacent to the Medical Center. East Campus, 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) away, home to all first-years, contains Georgian-style architecture. The university administers two concurrent schools in Asia, Duke-NUS Medical School in Singapore (established in 2005) and Duke Kunshan University in Kunshan, China (established in 2013).