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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 Contact Email: [log in to unmask]