Remote Science Writer Wanted | $35 to $50 per hour

Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego is one of the world's most important centers for global earth science research and education. Scripps scientists work to understand and protect the planet by investigating our oceans, Earth, and atmosphere to solve our greatest environmental challenges. Scripps leads research in climate change impacts and adaptation, resilience to hazards, conservation and biodiversity, oceans and human health, national security, and developing innovative technology to observe the planet. The communications office at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego strives to create communications that enhance the reputation of Scripps Oceanography, position the institution as a leader in earth science research, and create communications that aid in recruitment of outstanding and diverse faculty, students, and staff. The science writer is a part-time position, responsible for writing news releases and feature stories on scientific discoveries from Scripps Institution of Oceanography. The writer will research, select sources for, and conduct interviews, ensuring the accuracy of written pieces and adhering to grammar and AP style. The primary focus will be translating discoveries from the Scripps Oceanography research community into lay-friendly written pieces. The writer will compose and edit materials for distribution to news media, publications on campus news channels, reports, collateral, and other department needs.