Scientific Writer
KMRG
Full-time
On-site
San Juan, Puerto Rico, United States
$56,805 - $56,806 USD yearly
Medical and Scientific Writing, Editing, Media & Communications
ROLE
We are seeking a Scientific Writer to support the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service International Institute of Tropical Forestry (IITF) in San Juan, Puerto Rico. In this role, you will provide scientific writing, communications, and outreach support to translate complex research into reports, briefings, and public-facing materials that advance the Institute’s hurricane recovery and forestry initiatives.
This is a full-time opportunity in which we'll provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and job stability and security.
Apply today!
RESPONSIBILITIES
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
LOCATION
TELEWORK
CLEARANCE
CLIENT
TRAVEL
WORK HOURS
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION
RELOCATION
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KMRG, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital or civil partnership status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, maternity status, political affiliation, military or veteran status, genetic information, traits historically associated with race, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and/or local law.
Other Considerations. Applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individual’s primary workstation is located in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 100% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 100% of the time.
We are seeking a Scientific Writer to support the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service International Institute of Tropical Forestry (IITF) in San Juan, Puerto Rico. In this role, you will provide scientific writing, communications, and outreach support to translate complex research into reports, briefings, and public-facing materials that advance the Institute’s hurricane recovery and forestry initiatives.
This is a full-time opportunity in which we'll provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and job stability and security.
Apply today!
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop monthly briefings on relevant scientific technical findings for the research work unit
- Provide text for an accomplishment report highlighting scientific findings and capacity of IITF
- Develop science translation blogs, articles, research highlights, and communications related to hurricane recovery projects for USDA and Forest Service outlets
- Meet regularly to discuss progress and editions of the tasks
- Consolidate evidence, photos, materials of hurricane recovery projects with communications staff
- Develop bimonthly reports for the Forest Service American Relief Act 60-day Congressional Report
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
- Writing and speaking fluency in both English & Spanish
- Excellent writing skills
- Strong collaboration skills
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- At least 5 years of experience working with public affairs knowledge
- At least 5 years of experience in science writing
- At least 5 years of experience in advertising
- At least 2 years of experience with public relations
- At least 2 years of experience with outreach campaigns
- Experience working successfully in a team environment
- Master’s degree
LOCATION
- San Juan, PR 00926
TELEWORK
- Not eligible for telework
CLEARANCE
- U.S. citizenship is required as it supports the U.S. federal government
CLIENT
- U.S. Department of Agriculture
TRAVEL
- Travel is not required
WORK HOURS
- 40 hours
- 8 hours a day
- 5 days a week
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION
- Employment Classification Eligibility — non exempt
RELOCATION
- Not eligible for relocation benefits
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KMRG, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital or civil partnership status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, maternity status, political affiliation, military or veteran status, genetic information, traits historically associated with race, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and/or local law.
Other Considerations. Applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individual’s primary workstation is located in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 100% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 100% of the time.