Freelance Writer - Freelance Science Writer

All Freelance Writing; United States; Remote; USD 1,000 - 3,000; Full time

Job summary

EssentiallySimple.net / Science Buzz is seeking freelance science writers to create engaging articles explaining recent physical-science research. Writers should have expertise in fields like Earth science or astronomy and must be able to present complex ideas clearly.

Ideal candidates will produce multiple articles per week, each ranging 800 to 2,000 words. A sense of humor and the ability to make science relatable are essential. This gig is remote, offering a budget of $100 to $250 per article.

Qualifications

• Expertise in Earth science, biology, physics, astronomy, or chemistry.
• Ability to write multiple articles per week.
• A sense of humor or whimsy when presenting science.

Responsibilities

• Write articles on recent research, 800 to 2,000 words long.
• Explain complex topics without jargon.
• Pitch engaging story ideas with titles and potential sources.

Skills

Scientific subject-matter expertise

Ability to explain complex topics clearly

Writing 800 to 2,000 words

Interest in current research

Engaging writing style

Job description

Job Category: Blogging / Web Content Writing

Hiring Company: EssentiallySimple.net / Science Buzz

Is this gig remote? Yes

Budget (per post / page / document): $100 - 250 (SEMI-PRO)

Job Description

Science Buzz is seeking freelance science writers to explain recent physical‑science research, write reader‑friendly articles, and shape guide or infographic ideas.

Pay starts at $150 per article.

Responsibilities

Write 800 to 2,000 word articles on recent research published within the last year, covering domains such as Earth science, biology, physics, astronomy, or chemistry. Present complex topics clearly, avoiding jargon, and make science relevant and engaging for lay readers. Pitch story ideas with working titles, subjects, and potential sources.

Qualifications

• Scientific subject‑matter expertise in a domain such as Earth science, biology, physics, astronomy, or chemistry
• Familiarity with leading academic journals in the writer's field
• Ability to explain complex topics clearly without relying on jargon
• Ability to write articles of 800 to 2,000 words (multiple articles per week preferred)
• Interest in covering research published in the last year
• Ability to make science relevant and engaging for readers
• Sense of humor or whimsy
• Story pitches should include working title, subject, and potential sources