The contractor will produce high-quality digital and print content, including articles, fact sheets, blogs, white papers, press releases, web pages, and policy summaries. This work will translate complex scientific and technical concepts into plain language, ensure factual accuracy through research and collaboration with subject-matter experts, and comply with the Plain Writing Act of 2010 and Section 508 accessibility requirements. Content will be developed to address both routine and sensitive or potentially controversial topics of stakeholder interest.
· Write and edit articles, white papers, fact sheets, blogs, press releases, web pages, and other publications on science topics of stakeholder interest, including those addressing significant or potentially controversial topics.
· Translate complex scientific and technical concepts into plain language for non-expert audiences.
· Draft and edit web content summarizing policies and guidance for proposers and awardees.
· Conduct research and fact-checking, collaborating with OLPA staff, program officials, and scientists to ensure accuracy and clarity of all written products.
· Ensure all products comply with the "Plain Writing Act of 2010" and Section 508 accessibility standards.
· Minimum 5 years of professional writing and editing experience, with experience writing about scientific and technological subjects preferred.
· Experience writing for federal agencies, scientific funders, or research-focused organizations (preferred).
· Experience writing both short- and long format content, including press releases, fact sheets, blogs, reports and webpages.
· Experience conducting research and fact-checking using written sources and direct interviews with subject-matter experts.
· Ability to distill complex scientific and technical topics into clear, compelling language for diverse audiences.
· Proficiency in AP Style, plain language writing, and editing for scientific accuracy.
· Familiarity with federal communication requirements, including the "Plain Writing Act of 2010" and Section 508 compliance.
· Knowledge of search engine optimization (SEO) and answer engine optimization (AEO) principles.
· Submit two writing samples
Relevant bachelor’s degree (journalism, communications or a science-related field) and/or certifications are preferred. Ability to pass a public trust security investigation required.
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