Thomas Solutions Incorporated is seeking for highly skilled and experienced Senior Level Writer-Editors to provide high-quality publications, other content and editorial support, and marketing strategies to the National Institute of Justice’s (NIJ) stakeholders and customers nationwide. The position is in Alexandria, Virginia.
Position: Senior Level Writer-Editors
Job Summary
The experienced writer-editors must have expertise in forensics, life, physical sciences, or social and behavioral sciences.
Requirements: To be successful in this role you must meet the following:
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience Level:
- Five (5) years of direct relevant work experience writing and editing publications and various documents.
- Excellent writing skills required and knowledge of style guidelines.
Task:
The writers must have the ability to
- Translate complex materials into plain language.
- Understand sophisticated scientific methods and the application of science to law enforcement issues.
- Write about the implications of the science for professionals who work in law enforcement or elected officials who make policies that affect criminal justice.
The writer-editor -
- Must be able to use plain language to describe scientific findings that are published in peer-reviewed academic journals so that the methods and implications of the findings are conveyed clearly to executive-level leaders who may not have science backgrounds.
- The writer-editor will work closely with NIJ subject matter experts, including federal and contract staff. This will include, but not be limited to, the following:
- Attending staff meetings (virtually or in person).
- Interviewing subject matter experts.
- Working with subject matter experts in drafting, reviewing, and revising content.
- Attending agency workshops and presentations.
This position offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and the opportunity to work with a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment. If you meet the requirements and are ready to take on this challenging role, we encourage you to apply.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
Experience:
- Translating complex materials into plain language: 5 years (Preferred)
- Writing for publication: 5 years (Preferred)
- Editing in a publishing environment: 5 years (Preferred)
- Interviewing subject matter experts: 5 years (Preferred)
- knowledge of style guidelines: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person