Remote Science Writer wanted | $35 to $50 per hour

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: SCRIPPS INSTITUTION OF OCEANOGRAPHY

Deadline: 23 November 2022

Payroll Title: WRITER EDITOR 3

Hiring Salary Range: $35.00-50.00/Hour

Appointment Type: Limited Appointment

Total Openings: 1

Work Schedule: Variable, part-time

For the safety and well-being of the entire university community, the University of California requires, with few exceptions, that all students, faculty and staff be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus and influenza before they will be allowed on campus or in a facility or office. For more information visit:  Flu Vaccine Mandate /  COVID Vaccine Policy

This is a 40% part-time limited position for 1 year with the possibility of extension or conversion to career status.

For a complete application, you must provide three writing samples of features or news stories with a minimum word count of 750 words.

This position offers a remote work arrangement.

DESCRIPTION

Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego is one of the world's most important centers for global earth science research and education. Scripps scientists work to understand and protect the planet by investigating our oceans, Earth, and atmosphere to solve our greatest environmental challenges. Scripps leads research in climate change impacts and adaptation, resilience to hazards, conservation and biodiversity, oceans and human health, national security, and developing innovative technology to observe the planet.

The communications office at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego strives to create communications that enhance the reputation of Scripps Oceanography, position the institution as a leader in earth science research, and create communications that aid in recruitment of outstanding and diverse faculty, students, and staff.

The science writer is a part-time position, responsible for writing news releases and feature stories on scientific discoveries from Scripps Institution of Oceanography. The writer will research, select sources for, and conduct interviews, ensuring the accuracy of written pieces and adhering to grammar and AP style. The primary focus will be translating discoveries from the Scripps Oceanography research community into lay-friendly written pieces.

The writer will compose and edit materials for distribution to news media, publications on campus news channels, reports, collateral, and other department needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Thorough knowledge of the fundamentals of writing, grammar, syntax, style, and punctuation.
• Thorough knowledge of appropriate editorial style and publication guidelines.
• Thorough skills in writing clear, lively, engaging, and compelling copy in various 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 publishing, image handling, and/or web production computer applications.
• Thorough research and fact verification skills.
• Thorough interpersonal communications skills, including active listening and effective collaboration skills.
• Thorough analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Thorough attention to detail, project management, and organizational skills.
• Skill to maintain confidentiality.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• General knowledge of issues in oceanography, geophysics, and marine biology.

Job offer is contingent on successful engagement in the UC COVID-19 Vaccination program (fully vaccinated with documented proof or approved exception/deferral).

To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://www-hr.ucsd.edu/saa/nondiscr.html

UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

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Website: https://scripps.ucsd.edu/

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