[Sigia-l] JOB: Scientific Outreach/Communications Specialist

[Sonya Morath]

Good afternoon,
I am seeking an Outreach/Communication Specialist for an institute within NIH, Bethesda, MD.  Please send resumes directly to me at smorath at msdinc.com. Please feel free to forward off list.

This position will creatively and effectively communicate scientific computing and bioinformatics concepts, practices and available services to the NIH scientific community. The candidate will work in close collaboration with bioinformatics staff specializing in application development, training, data analysis, and project management. Specific projects may also require the candidate to interact with IT specialists, desktop support, and network management staff.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

-Generate all materials and documents required to effectively communicate scientific IT and bioinformatics concepts and practices to the NIH scientific community. 
-Plan, prepare, edit, write, and disseminate newsletters, articles, and other collateral pieces.
-Prepare and deliver presentations.
-Conduct seminars and workshops to advertise new programs -Manage the content of both intranet and extranet Web sites.  This involves participating in the design of the Web site layout; researching, writing, editing, and inputting Web content; and managing content curation.  
-Work collaboratively with software developers to communicate Web site development requirements and expand and improve existing features and functionality.  
-Deliver strategic communication plans.

Position Requirements

*M.S. or Ph.D. in the life sciences or scientific technical writing required *Previous work in a basic research laboratory setting required.
*Experience in communicating scientific IT concepts and practices to the scientific community through presentations, seminars, newsletters, and published articles required.  
*Outstanding interpersonal, written and oral communication skills essential.
*Excellent presentation and problem-solving skills required.  
*Knowledge of page layout software required.  
*Attention to detail, time management skills and ability to work independently with a high level of personal and professional drive and initiative.
*Use of innovative and creative approaches to developing communication materials and documents.

-Knowledge of infectious diseases research preferred.
-Web design graphical and editorial skills a plus.

Interested applicants should submit resume and salary requirements to Sonya Morath at smorath at msdinc.com Local candidates preferred for this requirement, but relocation assistance is offered candidates with appropriate skills. Please contact Sonya Morath at 703-891-6400 with any questions. EOE, M/F/D/V. 



Thank you,
 
Sonya Morath
MSDInc., Health Information Group for NIH
Tel: 703-891-6449
smorath at msdinc.com