Donor Stewardship Writer/Editor (Biomedical Research)

Harvard University; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Harvard Medical School is seeking a Donor Relations Writer/Editor to advance stewardship across a research and therapeutics portfolio. The role translates complex science into clear narratives, contributes to ~50 annual reports, and collaborates with faculty and development staff to deepen donor engagement.

The position emphasizes high-quality writing, editorial production, and strategic communication across digital stewardship platforms, with some in-office and hybrid work obligations.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience translating complex scientific, medical, or technical information into clear and compelling narratives for non-expert audiences.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with meticulous attention to grammar and style.
• Experience producing donor-facing or advancement content (e.g., impact reports, donor stories).
• Familiarity with digital communication and stewardship platforms (email tools, CMS, etc.).
• Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with faculty, researchers, senior administrators, and development staff.
• Discretion and sound judgment in handling confidential information.
• Knowledge of biomedical research or experience in an academic medical environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualizes and produces donor impact reports for individual donors and groups.
• Translates complex scientific information into accessible narratives while ensuring accuracy.
• Conducts background research, gathers content/data, and collaborates with campus partners.
• Manages a portfolio of ~50 narrative stewardship reports annually and ensures timely delivery.
• Partners with gift officers to develop and execute donor stewardship plans for fund reporting.
• Provides editorial support for stewardship reporting programs and templates.
• Performs project management for donor reporting and digital stewardship initiatives.
• Attends donor events as needed and supports related activities.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Harvard Medical School is seeking a Donor Relations Writer/Editor to advance stewardship across a research and therapeutics portfolio. The role translates complex science into clear narratives, contributes to ~50 annual reports, and collaborates with faculty and development staff to deepen donor engagement.

The position emphasizes high-quality writing, editorial production, and strategic communication across digital stewardship platforms, with some in-office and hybrid work obligations.