Scientific Writer - (SCCC-Urology) Job at The University of Miami in Miami

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of SCCC has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Scientific Writer to work at the UHealth Medical Campus.

The Scientific Writer 2 (Grant writing and manuscript preparation) analyzes, simplifies, writes, and designs well-organized, high-quality, error-free content in both hard-copy and online formats for the University and assigned department(s) to best meet the needs of both internal and external audiences. The role requires a strong background in grant writing and scientific manuscript development. Please submit a cover letter with your online application.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Creates, implements, and maintains competitive application templates for grant proposals, particularly NIH grants.
• Formats substantive copy and provides scientific editing, proofreading, and finalizing documents as required and requested.
• Ensures readability, clarity, consistency, and compliance with applicable submission requirements.
• Reviews document language for scientific and medical accuracy; suggests alternative language as needed, consulting with principal investigators or leaders.
• Communicates with principal investigators and senior leadership authors to ensure accuracy and clarity of documents; meets internal and sponsor submission deadlines.
• Researches, composes, and edits clinical and statistical reports, study protocols, and manuscripts.
• Summarizes data from clinical studies for submission to governmental and regulatory agencies.
• Edits all extramurally funded proposals for grammar, readability, clarity, and compliance with requirements.
• Collaborates with presenters on scientific presentations to ensure accuracy and adherence to time constraints.
• Ensures documents adhere to regulations, guidelines, and policies; advises on corrections as needed.
• Manages documentation for copyright transfers, conflict of interest statements, and other publisher-specific requirements.
• Tracks publication progress and responds to queries as necessary.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive and may include additional tasks as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required

Experience:

• Minimum 4 years of experience in scientific writing, with a focus on NIH grant writing and manuscript preparation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:
Full time

Employee Type:
Staff

Pay Grade:
H11