Academic Writer/Editor

Job Ref: JR\-6163 Location: 450 Brookline Ave, BOSTON, MA 02215 Category: Communications/Marketing Employment Type: Full time Work Location: Remote: occasional onsite Salary/Pay Rate: $70,700\.00 \- $86,200\.00 per year **Overview** This position's work location is fully remote with the ocassional time onsite as needed. The selected candidate may only work remotely from a New England state (ME, VT, NH, MA, CT, RI). The Academic Writer/Editor I manages the organization and execution of content, timelines, and resources for faculty promotions in Medical Oncology. They work closely with faculty, administrators, and institutional leaders to ensure that CVs and promotion documents meet the high standards of the Department of Medical Oncology, the Department of Medicine, and Harvard Medical School. The role involves handling appointments for Instructor, Assistant Professor, and eventually Associate Professor positions. It requires exceptional skills in scientific writing, editing, and document management to support faculty appointments and enhance the institution's reputation. Key responsibilities include synthesizing complex scientific data, ensuring compliance with guidelines, and contributing to innovative editorial practices. Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana\-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high\-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School\-affiliated hospitals. **PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** * Liaison and Coordination: The Academic Writer/Editor acts as the primary point of contact between faculty members and the Department of Medicine, ensuring that CVs, annotated bibliographies, and candidate summaries meet the requirements for faculty promotions. This role is essential for maintaining clear communication and alignment with institutional standards. * Content Creation and Verification: This role involves writing, formatting, and editing faculty CVs and promotion documents according to specific style guidelines. The writer/editor must have a thorough understanding of the Harvard Medical School CV format and use critical thinking to verify and accurately represent information. * Research and Data Collection: The Academic Writer/Editor is tasked with researching and verifying CV entries, such as grants and presentations, using resources like NIH/NCI sites and PubMed. This requires expertise in grants and clinical trials and collaboration with faculty to ide