Apply: DTHF Health Science Writer

Deadline: 16 February, 2023

Location: Woodstuck, South Africa

The Desmond Tutu Health Foundation (DTHF) is seeking to fill the role of Health Science Writer.

DTHF is a registered nonprofit focused on the pursuit of excellence in research, treatment, training and prevention of HIV and related infections in southern Africa.

Responsibilities

  • Produce articles (both journal and media) for publication in print and online, according to agreed style, and keeping to strict deadlines
  • Read and research specialist media and literature, e.g., scientific papers, company reports, newspapers, magazines and journals, press releases and internet resources
  • Conduct academic reference searches
  • Review and amend work in response to feedback on request
  • Input into selecting appropriate artwork to accompany articles
  • Occasionally read page proofs from printers and check colour proofs
  • Provide support for grant writing
  • Write scientific papers, reports, and other documents based on data analysis and interpretation
  • Create reports based on research findings and translate them into layman’s terms
  • Review studies to ensure that research methods were conducted properly
  • Write articles about research findings for scientific journals in a structured and professional manner
  • Review research proposals to determine if they are viable, and conduct research as necessary, to support the proposal
  • Edit reports for grammar, style, and tone to ensure that they are suitable for publication
  • Prepare a report of findings
  • Develop an understanding of the target audience for each project and tailor content accordingly

Requirements

  • Postgraduate degree in Health Sciences
  • Five years, minimum, of science writing experience
  • Ability to distil complex information to a level that the general public can understand
  • Strong interest in science
  • Sound understanding of standard computer programmes
  • Verifiable evidence of technical writing skills and extensive research
  • Ability to simplify complex topics and communicate complex ideas in a way that is easy to understand

To apply and for more information, click here.

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