Scientific Technical Writer/Editor

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The role involves translating complex scientific research and technical innovations into compelling communication products for policymakers, Congress, and the public. Key tasks include developing impact narratives, technical reports, and briefing materials while coordinating with NOAA leadership and researchers.

Job Title: Scientific Technical Writer/Editor 

 
Position Overview: 

BLN24 has an exciting opportunity for a Scientific Technical Writer/Editor to support the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. (NOAA). Serving as a trusted scientific communications and editorial resource, this individual translates complex research, program accomplishments, and technology innovations into compelling, audience-appropriate communications products. Working closely with NOAA leadership, researchers, scientists, program managers, and stakeholders, the ideal candidate combines exceptional writing and editing skills, scientific literacy, and strategic communications expertise to communicate NOAA's research outcomes to policymakers, Congress, the weather enterprise, and the public. 

 
Key Responsibilities: 

  • Develop and edit win stories, impact narratives, technical reports, white papers, briefing materials, fact sheets, presentations, web content, and stakeholder-facing products that showcase NOAA-funded research, scientific achievements, and program outcomes. 

  • Translate complex scientific, technical, and operational information into clear, accurate, and engaging content for both technical and non-technical audiences, including Congressional briefings, leadership communications, budget justifications, and strategic plans. 

  • Conduct interviews with researchers, Principal Investigators, program managers, and stakeholders to gather information and develop impactful communications products aligned with AP style and NOAA editorial standards. 

  • Support website, social media, newsletter, and digital communications activities, and coordinate document reviews, version control, and publication schedules to promote NOAA programs, partnerships, and research impacts. 

 
Required Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, English, Science Communication, Atmospheric Science, Environmental Science, Meteorology, Public Policy, or related discipline,  

  • Minimum six (6) years of professional experience in technical writing, scientific communications, journalism, public affairs, or strategic communications. 

  • Demonstrated experience developing win stories, impact narratives, executive communications, or stakeholder-facing products, including application of AP style and professional editorial standards. 

  • Experience translating complex scientific or technical information into accessible content for diverse audiences, including preparation of technical reports, briefing materials, web content, and strategic communications deliverables. 

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and review cycles simultaneously. 

  • Ability to obtain and maintain required NOAA facility, security, and IT access. 

What BLN24 brings to the Game:
BLN24 benefits are game changing. We like our team to play hard and that means they need to be taken care of — physically, financially, and emotionally. We make sure to keep them in the game by giving them access to generous medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • You can join one of the fastest growing companies headquartered in the Washington DC Metro Area.  We give you the opportunity to work in different sectors, so you have the chance at variety while maintaining stability.
  • Flexibility at BLN24 allows each individual the opportunity to balance quality work and their personal lives. Depending on projects, we allow remote working opportunities so you can always be in the game no matter where you call home.
BLN24 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe people are our strength and understand diverse talents are key to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
 

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