Subject: Science Writer / Editor

Description:
Science Writer / Editor
Organization: Maryland Sea Grant
Location: College Park, Maryland
Description: The Science Writer/Editor will work to explain and share
findings from scientists, extension agents, and other sources to help advance
public understanding and management of Maryland's natural resources. The
successful finalist will join Maryland Sea Grant's communications staff of 3
to 4 professionals and university students who produce print, videos, and
web-based content for the general public and specialized audiences on topics
such as pollution reduction, oyster aquaculture, fisheries management, and
climate-change adaptation. Our publications include an award-winning print
magazine, Chesapeake Quarterly (www.chesapeakequarterly.net); technical
syntheses; highly regarded documentaries; and an extensive online and social
media presence. Duties of this position also include editing text, posting to
social media, and contributing ideas for graphics and publication design. In
addition, the candidate will spend a quarter of his or her time creating
communications products describing the outreach projects of Maryland Sea
Grant's extension specialists within the University of Maryland Extension
program.
For more information and to apply: Visit www.mdsg.umd.edu/employment and
apply by May 31, 2017

Contact Person: Dan Jacobs
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