Scientific Editor

Axle • Rockville, MD

1d • $55 - $61 • Onsite

About The Position

Axle is seeking a Part-Time Scientific Editor to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the Rockville, MD. This position independently provides support services to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. As part of the Web Development Team, the contractor designs, develops, and maintains intranet and internet web sites, using database-driven approaches to manage web content, versions, and newsletters, and redesigns sites as needed to maximize clarity and usability. The role also creates illustrations, graphics, and charts for web resources, PowerPoint slides, and newsletters, makes expert recommendations to the technical lead on web design and technical issues, and works as part of a team to write, edit, and prepare reports and initiatives on infectious diseases and cross-cutting topics such as biodefense and antimicrobial resistance.

Requirements

• Master's degree in a related discipline and a minimum of eleven years of related experience are required (three years of specialized experience plus a Bachelor's degree may substitute for the Master's degree).
• Proficiency in proofreading and editing
• Experience organizing and gathering information related to the development of reports, briefings, and media outreach
• Expertise with various database and computer programming languages
• Expertise with various operating systems

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and maintains intranet and internet web sites.
• Uses database-driven approaches to manage web content, versions, and newsletters.
• Redesigns sites as needed to maximize clarity and usability.
• Creates illustrations, graphics, and charts for web resources, PowerPoint slides, and newsletters.
• Makes expert recommendations to the technical lead on web design and technical issues.
• Works as part of a team to write, edit, and prepare reports and initiatives on infectious diseases and cross-cutting topics such as biodefense and antimicrobial resistance.

Benefits

• 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401K match up to 5%
• Educational Benefits for Career Growth
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare (FSA), Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK), Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP), Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

What This Job Offers

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