Scientific Writer - Massey

Virginia Commonwealth University • Richmond, VA

406d • $73,600 - $73,600

About The Position

The Scientific Writer at Massey Cancer Center is responsible for assisting faculty and research staff in the development of various scientific documents, including clinical research documents, grant applications, and study reports. This role ensures that all documents are clear, readable, and compliant with applicable style and regulatory requirements. The Scientific Writer will manage document control and versioning, working under general supervision while resolving standard issues independently. This position typically reports to a manager or director and may involve mentoring and training junior staff.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent in a scientific, health care, or communications field.
• 5-10 years of related scientific/health care communication experience.
• Demonstrated ability to write original content and edit medical and scientific documents.
• Experience with grant applications and scientific publication.
• Knowledge of NIH grant funding mechanisms and submission platforms.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Word; proficient with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• PhD in biological sciences or related field.
• Knowledge of basic, translational, and/or clinical research processes.
• Oncology experience.
• Proficient with reference management software (EndNote preferred).
• Project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty and research staff in developing scientific documents including clinical protocols, informed consent forms, and grant applications.
• Edit and proofread articles, book chapters, grants, abstracts, and presentations for style, grammar, and content.
• Serve as a proposal strategist and content editor for NIH and other grant applications.
• Collaborate with teams on the development of grants and manuscripts.
• Develop and submit scientific materials for peer-reviewed journals and internal communications.
• Adhere to established style guidelines and meet submission deadlines for grants and publications.
• Assist in the development and delivery of research education training materials and workshops.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Paid annual and holiday leave
• Generous tuition benefit
• Retirement planning and savings options
• Employee discounts
• Well-being resources
• Opportunities for career development and advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree