University of Minnesota · 11 hours ago
News Writer - Investigative
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$82K/yr - $100K/yr
4+ years expThe University of Minnesota is seeking a specialized infectious disease science writer and investigative reporter for CIDRAP News. The role involves conducting critical reviews and analyses of scientific and public policy information related to public health, and writing impactful news stories and briefs on emerging infectious diseases and public health issues.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
News gathering and writing. research, vet, and recommend potential news story and news brief ideas. (60%)
Investigate, conduct interviews, analyze the latest information, and write specialized, high-impact news stories and briefs each day on new infectious disease incidents and emerging issues affecting the public’s health
Write in-depth analysis pieces on timely controversial or complicated issues. Research and make decisions about accompanying topical photos, pathogen micrographs, and other images to enhance published material
Interview leading experts in the field and key policymakers as needed
Editorial Work. Edit CIDRAP publications, journals, papers, and communications as needed. (20%)
Participate in editorial-related meetings and assist in general editorial direction of CIDRAP News
News Publishing and Other Technical Tasks. (10%)
Use Web content management platform to load stories and images, write display copy, update home page features, and send daily newsletter pushes
Make decisions about the presentation of web material on the home page and elsewhere
Compile and create topical information as needs arise
Social media and other communications (5%)
Help maintain and enhance CIDRAP social media presence
Help focus CIDRAP’s web and social media strategies and explore other social networking opportunities
Perform other duties as assigned by Management (5%)
Flexibility to adapt to ad-hoc requests
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications or related field
Minimum 4 years of professional communications experience in health or medical writing, editing, and publishing
Proven track record of excellent investigative reporting, science journalism, and research skills
Ability to make timely editorial decisions on website material
Excellent reporting, writing, editing, photo editing, and web publishing skills
Ability to work efficiently and show flexibility under tight deadlines
Research experience in infectious diseases and other relevant topics
Exceptional writing skills with demonstrated ability to: (1) produce clear, concise scientific writing; (2) convey technical material in a comprehensible and intelligible way to a range of professional and lay audiences; (3) synthesize complex information accurately; and (4) write content appropriate for professional publication in a peer-reviewed journal
Demonstrated ability to exhibit professional interpersonal, interdisciplinary, transdisciplinary, and multidisciplinary communication skills (as evidenced by working on cross-disciplinary teams)
Ability to complete work accurately work and independently
Availability to travel several times per year
Preferred
Experience working in a higher education / non-profit research environment
Deep interest in emerging infectious diseases and public health; proven ability to operate among a fast-moving, cutting-edge, enjoyable group of professionals; ability to cultivate news sources and stay abreast of developing stories; demonstrated vision; experience with social media messaging
Benefits
Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
University HSA contributions
Disability and employer-paid life insurance
Employee wellbeing program
Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
Financial counseling services
Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
Company
University of Minnesota
University of Minnesota is an educational institution that offers master's and doctoral degrees in medicine, law, and engineering fields.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$97.08MKey Investors
American Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsNational Science FoundationU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2023-12-01Grant· $0.03M
2023-05-04Grant· $20M
2023-04-13Grant· $10M
Leadership Team
Shane Stennes
Chief Sustainability Officer
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