Federal Health Writer/Editor (Public Trust Preferred)

Position Summary: 

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Federal Health Writer/Editor to join our communications team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in writing and editing content for federal health and science organizations. This role involves creating clear, accurate, and engaging content that effectively communicates complex health and scientific information to various audiences. This is a 6 month contract to hire, Public Trust preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Content Creation:
• Write, edit, and proofread a variety of content, including reports, articles, press releases, newsletters, web content, and social media posts.
• Develop clear and concise materials that accurately convey complex health and scientific information to both professional and general audiences.
• Ensure all content adheres to organizational style guidelines and federal health communication standards.
• Research and Analysis:
• Conduct thorough research on health and science topics to ensure content accuracy and relevance.
• Analyze and synthesize information from scientific studies, health reports, and policy documents to inform content development.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends, research, and best practices in federal health and science communication.
• Collaboration and Coordination:
• Work closely with subject matter experts, including scientists, healthcare professionals, and policy makers, to gather and verify information.
• Collaborate with graphic designers, web developers, and other team members to produce visually appealing and effective communication materials.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure consistency and accuracy in messaging.
• Editorial Oversight:
• Review and edit content for clarity, accuracy, grammar, punctuation, and adherence to style guidelines.
• Provide constructive feedback to writers and other content creators to improve the quality of their work.
• Manage the editorial calendar to ensure timely production and publication of content.
• Content Management:
• Maintain an organized archive of content, including drafts, final versions, and source materials.
• Use content management systems (CMS) to publish and update web content.
• Monitor and analyze content performance using analytics tools, and adjust strategies as needed to improve engagement and impact.
• Quality Assurance:
• Ensure all content is compliant with federal regulations and guidelines, including accessibility standards.
• Implement and maintain quality control processes to ensure the highest standards of accuracy and consistency in all communications.
• Address and correct any errors or discrepancies in published content promptly.

$80,000 - $95,000 a year