Senior Science Communications Strategist (OAR)

FWI (FedWriters, Inc.); Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 103,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-term and Short-term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Job summary

FWI (FedWriters, Inc.) is seeking an OAR Science Communications Specialist to join NOAA Research, embedding with scientists and leaders to translate research into clear, actionable communications for diverse audiences.

You will develop talking points, coordinate nationwide events, and advise leadership on sensitive engagement opportunities, while maintaining organized workflows and high-quality writing across products and materials.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in a technical or business discipline; advanced degrees or certifications may qualify for shorter periods of required experience.
• 8+ years of professional and/or academic experience.
• Experience translating complex scientific or technical content into clear written communications for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an analyst and coordinator for communication actions with OAR leadership and teams.
• Provide clear, concise written and oral communications for OAR products and materials.
• Translate technical information into accessible content for non-scientific audiences.
• Coordinate planning for periodic meetings and all-hands events; assist site visits.
• Develop talking points and materials for leadership communication to internal and external audiences.
• Provide training and resources to nationwide OAR communications staff.
• Maintain organized workflows and data files for communications work.
• Advise leadership on sensitive engagement opportunities and NOAA-related communications strategies.

Education

BA/BS in Communications, Journalism, Science Communications, Environmental Science, Public Affairs or related field

Job description

FWI (FedWriters, Inc.) is seeking an OAR Science Communications Specialist to join NOAA Research, embedding with scientists and leaders to translate research into clear, actionable communications for diverse audiences.

You will develop talking points, coordinate nationwide events, and advise leadership on sensitive engagement opportunities, while maintaining organized workflows and high-quality writing across products and materials.