Science Writer

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Singapore seeks a communications specialist to write and promote research initiatives. The role involves creating content for various platforms, assisting in grant reviews, and training faculty on communication strategies. Candidates should have strong writing skills and relevant experience in research communication.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the research ecosystem in Singapore.
• Established portfolio of published writing on science and engineering.
• Ability to work independently on multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Create and edit articles and other forms of content promoting research.
• Review grant proposals and high-level reports for stakeholders.
• Assist in training faculty on proposal development and communication.

Skills

Writing for various media types

Science communication

Editing

Social media management

Education

Degree in communications or related discipline

Job description

Company description:

The National University of Singapore is the national research university of Singapore. Founded in 1905 as the Straits Settlements and Federated Malay States Government Medical School, NUS is the oldest higher education institution in Singapore

Job description:

Job Description

To write, edit and produce content for the effective communication and promotion of NUS' research strategies, initiatives and outcomes to the general public, grantors, and other stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Create and edit feature articles, news highlights, researcher biographies and other forms of copy that promote NUS' research initiatives and outcomes.

* Review and edit grant proposals, white papers and presentation slide decks for top-tier collaborative grants, and proposals of strategic importance.

* Assist in the scripting of proposal pitches, social media content and other forms of recorded visual media.

* Assist in the drafting of high-level reports and presentations for grantors and stakeholders.

* Assist NUS Senior Management in drafting talking points and quotes for media and events.

* Assist in training NUS research faculty on grant proposal development and science communication strategies.

Qualifications

• The candidate should possess a degree in communications or in a science or engineering-related discipline, and have a strong understanding of the research ecosystem in Singapore.
• An established portfolio of published writing on science and engineering related topics is essential. This should include popular or feature articles published in established media outlets.
• A demonstrated ability to write for various media types and audiences is essential. This should include various social media platforms.
• Experience in the development and writing of grant proposals, manuscripts etc is advantageous.
• Experience in website development or maintenance is advantageous.
• Candidates should be keen to take on additional creative tasks including video production.
• Candidates must be able to work independently on multiple projects to meet tight deadlines.
• At least 3 years relevant experience is required.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Office of the Deputy President(Res&Tech)

Department : Office of the Deputy President(Res&Tech)

Employee Referral Eligible:

Job requisition ID : 29260