Science Writer

Orbital; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in advanced materials discovery is seeking a Science Writer to create clear and engaging content for a technical audience. The role involves translating complex scientific concepts into accessible narratives, collaborating with various teams, and contributing to multiple content platforms, including blogs and social media. This position offers competitive compensation and flexible working arrangements, allowing you to work alongside innovators in AI and materials science.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Direct collaboration with scientists

Opportunity to shape public narratives

Competitive compensation tailored to experience

Qualifications

• Experience in science writing or technical communication.
• Strong grasp of materials science, chemistry, physics, or AI.
• Ability to write for technically literate audiences.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit long-form scientific content for various platforms.
• Translate complex research into accessible narratives.
• Collaborate with science and engineering teams on storytelling.

Skills

Technical communication

Scientific accuracy

Research storytelling

SEO understanding

Education

Background in science journalism or technical writing

Job description

About Orbital Materials

At Orbital, we're reinventing the way advanced materials are discovered — using AI to replace slow, trial-and-error R&D with fast, rational design. Our technology powers breakthroughs across sustainability, clean energy, and high-performance materials.

Now, we’re looking for a Science Writer to help us translate cutting-edge science into compelling, clear, and engaging content for a technical audience.

What You’ll Do

• Write and edit long-form scientific content (e.g. blogs, explainers, thought leadership) related to AI for science, materials chemistry, and deep tech.
• Translate complex research into accessible narratives for scientists, engineers, and domain-aware stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with Orbital’s science and engineering teams to surface insights and shape storytelling.
• Track developments in scientific AI, materials innovation, and related fields to help position Orbital as a thought leader.
• Contribute to content across our blog, social media, investor comms, and conference presence.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Demonstrated experience in science writing, technical communication, or research storytelling.
• A strong grasp of one or more of the following areas: materials science, chemistry, physics, biotechnology, or AI for science.
• Ability to write for a technically literate audience — think researchers, engineers, or investors in deep tech.
• Excellent editorial judgment, structure, and attention to scientific accuracy.
• A proactive, curious mindset — you’re excited by new ideas and able to dive into unfamiliar topics.
  
  

Nice to Have

• Background in science journalism, research, or content roles in deeptech/biotech/AI startups.
• Experience working with subject matter experts to produce content.
• Understanding of SEO, digital publishing, or analytics (optional).
  
  

What We Offer

• Flexible working — remote, hybrid, freelance or permanent considered
• The chance to help shape the public narrative around AI for materials discovery
• Direct collaboration with scientists and founders at the forefront of innovation
• Competitive compensation tailored to experience and contract type