The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is looking for two (2) skilled communicators who can translate complex technical topics into lay language. These are full-time, permanent positions with the Public Affairs Office at NIST’s headquarters in Gaithersburg, Maryland, near Washington, D.C. If you have a love for science and technology and would like to join one of the world’s leading science and research organizations, please review the job description below—all applicants MUST apply through USAjobs.gov at this link:
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/537242800
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 news stories, web pages, blog posts, and other materials, and assisting in the development of infographics and social media posts.
The position requires clear writing skills and knowledge of reporting and outreach approaches to create communications that reach the appropriate audiences and serve NIST’s needs.
We are especially interested in writers with experience in NIST’s research areas, including engineering, materials science, physics, chemistry, biology and more. To learn more about the broad array of science and research programs at NIST, please visit www.nist.gov.
U.S. citizenship is required.
The Department of Commerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Applications Due by (Closing Date): July 11, 2019