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CIRES/NGDC PRA Science Writer <br>
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The Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences
(CIRES) in Boulder, Colorado has an immediate opening for a
full-time professional research assistant in science writing to
contribute to the communication of the National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and CIRES’ missions, research
and other activities, with an emphasis on work in the Earth
System Research Laboratory (ESRL) and National Geophysical Data
Center (NGDC). <br>
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Responsibilities will include—but may not be limited to—the
following: <br>
● Regularly report and write news and feature stories for many
outlets, including NOAA line office websites (Office of Oceanic
and Atmospheric Research and National Environmental Satellite,
Data, and Information Service), ESRL and NOAA Boulder websites,
CIRES website, and existing print/online publications (e.g.,
Spheres) <br>
● Coordinate with a broad array of partners to ensure that NOAA
Boulder and CIRES science reaches diverse audiences (funders,
agency leadership, media, general public). This will involve
identifying high-profile stories and writing press releases to
share/elevate with NOAA.gov web team, NOAA public affairs (news
releases), CU-Boulder news team and others. <br>
● Attend and participate in meetings and activities of the
Boulder Outreach Coordinating Council <br>
● Contribute social media blurbs and web stories to existing
channels (NOAA, NOAA line offices, NESDIS, CIRES, CU-Boulder) <br>
● Generate and maintain updates to fact sheets <br>
● Develop and maintain an up-to-date awareness and
understanding of the major research emphases and activities of
CIRES and NOAA scientists in ESRL and NGDC, as required to carry
out the above major responsibilities <br>
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Requirements: <br>
● Bachelor’s degree in science-related field, masters preferred
<br>
● Excellent writing and verbal communication skills <br>
● At least three years of experience writing about scientific
research for lay audiences; Earth science research topics
preferred <br>
● Ability to initiate and self-manage projects <br>
● Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and to work
collaboratively with scientists and communicators to finalize
drafts of stories and other materials <br>
● Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite,
Facebook, Twitter, Google <br>
● Excellent organization and time-management skills <br>
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The position will be filled as a Professional Research Assistant
in CIRES at the University of Colorado at Boulder, and will be
eligible for employee benefits, including 22 days of vacation
(for 100% position) per year). Screening will begin immediately
and continue until the position is filled. The position will be
located at both the David Skaggs Research Center in Boulder and
CIRES on the main University of Colorado Boulder campus. For
full consideration, please submit your application by May 9,
however applications will be considered until the position is
filled. <br>
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To Apply <br>
<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.jobsatcu.com/postings/81658">http://www.jobsatcu.com/postings/81658</a> <br>
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Applicants must complete the Faculty/Exempt Professional and EEO
Data (application) form, and upload the required documents: <br>
1-Complete resume and salary history <br>
2-Cover letter <br>
3- Proof of highest degree earned (copy of diploma or unofficial
transcripts) <br>
4- All contact information for three references familiar with
the applicant's professional qualifications for the position <br>
5- Three short writing samples. <br>
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The University of Colorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer
committed to building a diverse workforce. We encourage
applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities,
individuals with disabilities and veterans. Alternative formats
of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with
disabilities by contacting the ADA Coordinator at
<a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:hr-ada@colorado.edu">hr-ada@colorado.edu</a>. The University of Colorado Boulder conducts
background checks for all final applicants being considered for
employment. <br>
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