City of Hope

Scientific Writer - Department of Medicine - Hybrid

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Job Description

Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at the Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Our dedicated and compassionate faculty and staff are driven by a common mission: Contribute to innovative approaches in predicting, preventing, and curing diseases, shaping the future of medicine through cutting-edge research.We are looking for a Scientific Writer for preparing high quality written materials for inclusion in grant applications and publications. You will also prepare data tables, figures, study schematics, model overviews, conference posters, podium presentations, and reference libraries. In addition, you will draft SOPs, IRB & IACUC applications, study calendars & protocols, and other research-related documents.You will also serve a project manager, navigating the regulatory review process for each research study, ushering manuscripts thru the submission & revision process, and ensuring the supervisor or faculty members are apprised of the status of their ongoing projects. You will collaborate with investigators and research staff, serve as a liaison with institutional offices to support research submissions, and help identify new funding opportunities relevant to departmental research. The role will report to the Director of Scientific Affairs with priorities set by the Department Chair, Dr. Randy Taplitz, funding the position and the Vice Chair of Research, Dr. Greg Idos.This will be a hybrid position requiring onsite work at our main campus in Duarte, CA. This role is subject to irregular hours, changing priorities, and unpredictable situations. You must be able to handle stressful conditions while maintaining a high quality of workmanship.As a successful candidate, you will: Write original content, edit and proofread research documents, such as federal grant proposals, original research manuscripts, clinical study protocols, and IRB/IACUC study applications for faculty and trainees. Review research data to prepare informative and visually appealing data tables and figures. Prepare schematics and model overview images summarizing data. Conduct literature reviews, write clear and concise synopsis, maintaining reference libraries. Perform administrative tasks related to grant proposals, IRB/IACUC applications, progress reports, and productivity reports. Assist investigators and research team with responses to IRB, IACUC, IND, MTA, FDA and other committees that require careful wording; participate in critical meetings with NIH/DOD program officers, COH philanthropy partners, etc. Remain current on literature in the field and cutting-edge tools/resources relevant to writing and graphical design, video editing, plagiarism detection, journal selection, etc.Your qualifications should include: Requires a PhD in biology, biochemistry, or other life science or a Master’s degree with 3+ years of scientific writing experience in a healthcare, research, or academic environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are required.City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.

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