Science Communications Specialist

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist seeks a Scientific Writer to prepare laboratory and clinical study documents for journals and grants, and to translate scientific achievements into feature articles, news releases, and newsletters. The role supports dissemination through multiple channels and collaborates with investigators and clinicians to promote high-quality scientific communication.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, with an MS or PhD preferred, and at least three years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• MS or PhD in biological science field preferred
• Three years of experience in science writing/editing

Responsibilities

• Advise principal investigator on grantsmanship and editorial support and standardized language for administrative sections; manages scientific writing process.
• Promote a positive work environment and collaborate with the patient care team to report pertinent information in a comprehensive manner.
• Facilitate writing, editing, and preparation of high quality scientific documents for grant applications, publications, and protocols.
• Assist with preparation of protocols (amendments and informed consents) and manuscripts for publication.
• Provide faculty with full lifecycle support from technical document development to submission.
• Ensure compliance with Houston Methodist policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Scientific writing

Editing

Grant writing

Technical communication

Biomedical manuscripts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

MS or PhD in biological science

Job description

Houston Methodist seeks a Scientific Writer to prepare laboratory and clinical study documents for journals and grants, and to translate scientific achievements into feature articles, news releases, and newsletters. The role supports dissemination through multiple channels and collaborates with investigators and clinicians to promote high-quality scientific communication.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, with an MS or PhD preferred, and at least three years of