Research Writer - Remote - 141415

Under supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI), incumbent will author or co-author manuscripts, abstracts, poster presentations, book chapters for the study, as well as re-write and re-organize lengthy manuscripts, conduct literature reviews. Incumbent will evaluate manuscripts for value and logic, ensure stylistic consistency, and suggest ways to improve the manuscript. Incumbent will lead manuscript team, work with PI to generate novel, innovative and clear ideas for publications. Other duties assigned as needed.

• Graduation from college with major work in health sciences or English, and/or in a subject matter area related to the editorial specialty (Medicine, Biology or other basic science), and demonstrated editing and writing abilities, and at least one full year of professional editorial experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to draw conclusions and summarize written data, scientific abstracts, and scientific articles.

• Ability to perform statistical analysis and draw conclusions from analysis.

• Demonstrated proficiency, as author or co-author of manuscripts in clinical research.

• Demonstrated ability to conduct scientific literature reviews.

• Excellent English language skills and demonstrated superior writing capabilities.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Endnote, and Adobe to produce presentations, graphs, charts, footnotes, bibliographies.

• Knowledge of editorial and publishing processes, including proofreading symbols and their proper use, and meticulous attention to detail in all forms of communication.

• Ability to interact with tact and diplomacy with members of the community, research collaborators, faculty and staff.

• Ability to coordinate the writing and publications of program directors and research staff; ability to develop and maintain realistic timeframes for the group's production and publication of writings.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check.
• Employment is subject to pre-employment physical for those who work in clinical settings and/or with patients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• Complies with the University of California, San Diego Health (UCSDH) Principles of Community.
• This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.