Health Researcher/Writer-Editor Job 2024 Full Time

Responsibilities:

• Provide health research and writing/editing services in support of the publication of the Surgeon General’s Report (SGR) and other documents that address tobacco use prevention and health. Such work shall be done in accordance with CDC policies and procedures, and OSH standard operating procedures. Technical guidance will be provided by the COR.
• Provide assistance with updates and revisions to 10 disparities and health equity webpages.
• Perform technical writing of PowerPoint slides and talking points related to health equity presentations
• Provide health research and writing/ editing services in support of the publication and quarterly health equity reports.
• Conduct literature reviews relevant to the topic for each SGR. As part of these literature reviews, the contractor shall document the search strategy.
• Retrieve articles and documents from the CDC library and other appropriate sources.
• Provide scientific writing/editing services and assistance that supports the development of each SGR and other materials (e.g. fact sheets, correspondence, reports, articles
• Address queries as directed by the SGR Managing Editor.
• Draft and edit various materials including correspondence, fact sheets, press releases, briefing materials, PowerPoint presentations, content for infographics, podcast scripts, speeches, and Web content.
• Conduct various quality assurance checks of SGR drafts, including, but not limited to, checking table of contents against text, checking chapter names each time they are called out in the text, list of tables and figures against the text, chapter conclusions against Chapter 1 and Executive Summary, headers/footers, levels of heading, placement of tables and figures, and reference citations in text against reference lists.
• Assist with managing the flow of manuscripts during OSH, NCCDPHP, CDC, and HHS clearance. This includes preparing a record of comments and responses for the official file in the format requested (Excel, Word, or some other format designated by the Managing Editor).
• Conduct a copy-to-copy read (HHS clearance volume against the first page proofs) aloud with another proofreader if requested by the SGR Managing Editor and proofread the next two rounds of proofs for adherence using a Q/A checklist provided by the SGR Managing Editor.
• Communicate daily or as needed with authors, scientific editors, reviewers, OSH staff, and others participating in the development process by phone, letter, fax, and e-mail. Organize and coordinate the distribution of copies of the SGR to members of Congress, the press, voluntary health organizations, public health officials, state, local, and federal agencies and other key stakeholders to coincide with the press conference at which the report is released.
• At least monthly, the contractor shall meet with the OSH subject matter expert to give a summary of work accomplished, any barriers faced and to identify potential delays or pitfalls. A written summary of the meeting shall be provided.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years’ experience proofreading and copyediting book-length publications, particularly technical or scientific material.
• Experience in copy-to-copy reading aloud of a scientific or technical book.
• At least 3 years’ experience working at an advanced level in the most current versions of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• At least 3 years’ experience in sophisticated database searches (such as PubMed) and competence in retrieving research articles for the CDC Library and the Web.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, Outlook, and SharePoint
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Strong skills in oral and written communication
• Experience with troubleshooting and problem-solving
• Experience providing oral presentations to live audience
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to work on several projects simultaneously and prioritize work to meet all needs in a timely manner
• Ability to be flexible with completing demands and ad-hoc requests
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment during a public heath response or other high profile public health issues

Many of our jobs come with great benefits – Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location, and may include the following:

Teleworking Permitted?: true Estimated Salary/Wage: USD $82,000.00/Yr. Up to USD $98,000.00/Yr.