We are seeking candidates for our Scientific Writer Internship position. You will write blog articles
based on the latest research in Education, Neurobiology, Biology and Psychology for the common
audience with no scientific background.
Note: This is an unpaid position.
Responsibilities:
* Writing short, precise, and thoughtful blog articles for the target readers (high school students, university students, and parents).
* Responsibly communicating factually correct information through the articles.
* Proper use of language and terminology wherever necessary (nothing too complicated or technical, as we want to reach a broad range of readers).
* Using illustrations/images/videos wherever necessary to enhance the reading experience.
* OR
you can just apply to become a
translator
(English to German, Dutch), responsible for only translating articles written by other writers.
Benefits:
* Amazing opportunity for those who want to enhance their CV by gaining experience in science communication and freelance writing.
* Flexible working hours (part-time). You decide your hours and the number of articles you can contribute in a month.
* Laid back colleagues and no hierarchy.
* Chance to network with other ambitious peers globally through bi-monthly (every two months) online mixers.
* Stellar recommendation letters for your future endeavours if you do a great job
* Certified experience letter from BioCore Education.
Qualifications:
* High School graduates with Biology/Biotechnology/ Psychology as a subject*
* B.Sc./ M.Sc. (currently enrolled or graduated) in life science, biomedical, genetics, biotechnology, microbiology, biochemistry, bioinformatics, neurobiology, or psychology.
* M.Ed. or B.Ed. in Education.
* Current PhD students.
* SEO writing is an advantage.
* Fluency in English and German (or Dutch).
*Exceptions can be made for those with experience in article/blog writing + SEO writing