Science Communications Lead - Federal Research (Hybrid)

Fwi-; Boulder (CO); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Job summary

FWI in Boulder, CO seeks an OAR Science Communications Specialist to translate groundbreaking research into engaging communications. You’ll write, edit, and coordinate across laboratories and programs, influencing audiences from scientists to policymakers.

You will develop talking points, support leadership meetings, and train nationwide OAR staff while navigating NOAA communications processes and maintaining a federal security clearance.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in a technical or business discipline; Communications, Journalism, Science Communications, Environmental Science, Public Affairs, or related field.
• 4+ years of professional or academic experience.
• Experience supporting communications for a federal science agency or similar technical environment.
• Ability to translate complex science into clear written materials for varied audiences.
• Experience developing executive communications and leadership briefings.
• Familiarity with NOAA/OAR or federal agency communications processes.
• Experience planning large events like all-hands meetings.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Low-risk federal security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as analyst and coordinator for communications actions with OAR leadership.
• Provide written and oral communications for OAR products and materials.
• Explain and organize complex scientific information for non-scientific audiences.
• Plan and coordinate periodic meetings and events.
• Develop talking points and materials for leadership.
• Provide training to nationwide OAR staff on communications topics.
• Establish and maintain internal communications within the OAR workforce.
• Coordinate across platforms and events to showcase NOAA-relevant information.
• Advise leadership on sensitive engagement opportunities and strategies.
• Document workflows and maintain organized files.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing skills

Translate technical content

Event coordination

Education

BA/BS in Communications or related field

Job description

FWI in Boulder, CO seeks an OAR Science Communications Specialist to translate groundbreaking research into engaging communications. You’ll write, edit, and coordinate across laboratories and programs, influencing audiences from scientists to policymakers.

You will develop talking points, support leadership meetings, and train nationwide OAR staff while navigating NOAA communications processes and maintaining a federal security clearance.