Posted On: November 22, 2016

Media-Related Job

Media Organization: National Institute of Standards and Technology

Company Description

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) was founded in 1901 and now part of the U.S. Department of Commerce. NIST is one of the nation's oldest physical science laboratories.

From the smart electric power grid and electronic health records to atomic clocks, advanced nanomaterials, and computer chips, innumerable products and services rely in some way on technology, measurement, and standards provided by NIST.

Job Description

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is looking for a skilled communicator who can translate complex technical topics into lay language. This is a full-time, two-year term position with the Public Affairs Office at NIST’s headquarters in Gaithersburg, Maryland, near Washington, D.C.

In this position you will establish and maintain relationships with NIST research staff and members of the media in order to report on and promote the organization’s research programs. Projects will include writing press releases, news stories, blog posts, and other materials, and assisting in the development of infographics and social media posts.

The position requires clear writing skills as well as knowledge of reporting and outreach approaches to create communications that reach the appropriate audiences and serve NIST’s needs. You should be skilled at effectively using social media to amplify news announcements and research activities.

We are especially interested in writers with experience in NIST’s research areas, including information technology/cybersecurity, physics, chemistry, biology and more. To learn more about the broad array of science and research programs at NIST, please visit www.nist.gov.

NIST is currently advertising for two Public Affairs Specialist positions (one permanent, one term). Please check USAJobs for full information on both listings. Feel free to apply for both.

To Apply

All applicants MUST apply through USAjobs.gov at this link:

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/456976300

Two writing samples that demonstrate the ability to translate complex chemistry, engineering, physics, or information technology/cybersecurity research concepts into journalistic, lay language will be required from all applicants at the time of application.