Scientific Editor - Molecular and Precision Medicine / Medicine

Penn State University • Tallahassee, FL

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About The Position

The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Molecular and Precision Medicine / Medicine, seeks a Senior Scientific Editor to support the department’s growing research enterprise. This position will provide high-level editorial and strategic writing support for peer-reviewed manuscripts, NIH and other extramural grant applications (including training grants such as T32), and departmental research communications. The successful candidate will ensure scientific clarity, consistency, formatting compliance, and alignment with sponsor requirements while enhancing the overall impact of research submissions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

Nice To Haves

• PhD in biomedical sciences or related discipline
• Demonstrated experience editing scientific manuscripts and extramural grant applications
• Strong knowledge of NIH grant structure and review criteria
• Exceptional written communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a collaborative academic environment
• Experience supporting institutional training grants (e.g., T32)
• Familiarity with NIH submission systems (eRA Commons, ASSIST)
• Prior experience in academic communications or research development

Responsibilities

• Review, edit, and rewrite scientific manuscripts and grant applications (e.g., R01, R21, K awards, T32, and other federal/foundation proposals)
• Ensure adherence to NIH and sponsor formatting, compliance, and submission guidelines
• Assist in assembling training grant tables and supporting documentation for institutional applications
• Coordinate multi-investigator proposal materials and manage document version control
• Develop and edit content for the departmental newsletter
• Manage department-specific research communications and social media content
• Provide editorial consultation to faculty and trainees to strengthen narrative clarity and competitiveness

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees