Digital Content Writer

DCG • Alexandria, VA

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About The Position

DCG is seeking an experienced Digital Content Writer to support the National Science Foundation’s (NSF) Office of Legislative and Public Affairs (OLPA). This position will collaborate with communications and leadership staff at the organization to support timely, high-visibility engagement content that aligns with NSF priorities, tone, and messaging standards across various platforms. Note: This position is currently contingent on contract award

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in journalism, communications or a science-related field
• 5+ years of professional writing and editing experience, including at least 3 years' experience writing about scientific and technological subjects
• Experience writing both short- and long format content, including press releases, fact sheets, blogs, reports and webpages
• Experience conducting research and fact-checking using written sources and direct interviews with subject-matter experts
• Ability to distill complex scientific and technical topics into clear, compelling language for diverse audiences
• Proficiency in AP Style, plain language writing, and editing for scientific accuracy.
• Familiarity with federal communication requirements, including the "Plain Writing Act of 2010" and Section 508 compliance
• Knowledge of search engine optimization (SEO) and answer engine optimization (AEO) principles

Nice To Haves

• Experience writing for federal agencies, scientific funders, or research-focused organizations preferred

Responsibilities

• Produce clear, audience-appropriate written content for digital platforms, websites, reports, and outreach materials.
• Support integrated communications efforts by aligning written products with digital, multimedia, and campaign strategies.
• Research and fact-check content to ensure accuracy and clearly communicate complex topics for general consumption.
• Edit content for accuracy, clarity, accessibility, and consistency with NSF style and Section 508 requirements.

Benefits

• A range of comprehensive healthcare plans, encompassing medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with group life coverage. The firm covers 60% of the premium cost for employees and all dependents.
• Generous paid time off including paid federal holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Wellness programs and activities, and pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid Family Bonding for new parents, with 50% cost sharing for Short-Term Disability
• $1,000 family expansion benefit to offset costs often uncovered with medical plans: fertility treatment, adoption, and surrogacy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level