Development Writer

Broad Institute•Cambridge, MA

3d•$70,000 - $94,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard is hiring a Development Writer for its Development Office. The role creates clear, accurate, compelling, inspiring, and donor-centered content that translates complex scientific concepts into accessible language and reflects the Institute’s priorities and messaging. The writer works with the Development Communications team and frontline fundraisers to communicate scientific progress and impact to donor audiences. The position reports to the Manager and Senior Editor, Development Communications. Applicants are expected to submit a cover letter that is not AI-generated or assisted, provide writing samples, and complete a writing evaluation test. The role is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and is full-time. The expected annual base pay range is $70,000–$94,000, based on a 40-hour work week. The Broad Institute does not offer visa sponsorship for this opportunity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in English, journalism, or life sciences.
At least 4 years of professional writing experience.
Exceptional written, expository, and verbal communication skills.
Keen editorial judgment concerning clarity, concision, and precision.
Enthusiasm for and familiarity with the scientific research and accomplishments of the Broad Institute.
Ability to work independently, manage complex multiple assignments, conduct independent research, and fact-check for detail and accuracy.
Ability to think and work across different subject areas simultaneously at a high level.
Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively.
Proficiency with standard productivity tools such as Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
Discretion in handling confidential material.
Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and work under deadline pressure.
Applicants must submit a cover letter that is not AI-generated or assisted, writing samples, and a completed writing evaluation test.
Visa sponsorship is not offered for this opportunity.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree.
Professional writing experience in development, nonprofit, higher education, or science communications.
Copy-editing and proofreading skills.
Familiarity with research in the broader Boston biomedical ecosystem.

Responsibilities

Produce clear, accurate, compelling, inspiring, and donor-centered copy that translates complex scientific concepts into lay language and aligns with Institute priorities and messaging.
Draft gift acknowledgements and other correspondence on behalf of the Chief Development Officer, senior frontline fundraisers, Broad principal investigators, and other senior leaders as needed.
Draft stewardship reports conveying scientific progress and impact, with guidance from fundraisers, the Manager and Senior Editor, and the Senior Director of Development Communications.
Draft and edit materials for Development activities, including prospect visits and events, such as biographies, invitations, and post-event correspondence.
Manage multiple writing assignments by tracking drafts, revisions, approvals, and deadlines, and maintaining organized records of work.
Perform other job duties as assigned.