Senior Writer, Project Manager

Viderity Inc.

. Lead development of high-impact written content for the Office of Legislative and Public Affairs at the U.S.

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeAlexandria • Virginia • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in writing and editing high-impact content for diverse audiences, with a strong focus on scientific and technical subjects. Proficient in project management, ensuring compliance with federal communication standards and delivering projects on time and within budget.

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Professional Writing ExperienceScientific Writing ExpertiseProject Management SkillsPlain Language WritingResearch and Fact-Checking

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Hard Skills

WritingEditingContent DevelopmentResearchFact-CheckingSEO PrinciplesAEO PrinciplesAP Style ProficiencyTechnical WritingProject Scope Definition

Soft Skills

CollaborationMentoringCommunicationStakeholder ManagementClarity in Writing

Industry Keywords

Plain Writing Act of 2010Section 508 ComplianceFederal Communication RequirementsScience-Related PublicationsLegislative Affairs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development of high-impact written content for the Office of Legislative and Public Affairs at the U.S. National Science Foundation
Write and edit articles, white papers, fact sheets, blogs, press releases, web pages, and other science-related publications
Translate complex scientific and technical concepts into plain language for non-expert audiences
Draft and edit web content summarizing policies and guidance for proposers and awardees
Conduct research and fact-checking using written sources and direct interviews with subject-matter experts
Collaborate with OLPA staff, program officials, and scientists to ensure accuracy and clarity
Ensure products comply with the Plain Writing Act of 2010 and Section 508 accessibility standards
Drive complex writing projects from initiation to closure, delivering on time, within budget, and according to specifications
Define project scope, manage risks, optimize resources, and maintain stakeholder communication
Mentor junior writers and help establish editorial guidelines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 5 years of professional writing and editing experience, including at least 3 years writing about scientific and technological subjects
Demonstrated ability to drive high-impact, complex projects from initiation to closure, delivering on time, within budget, and according to specifications
Experience writing for federal agencies, scientific funders, or research-focused organizations (preferred)
Experience writing both short- and long-format content, including press releases, fact sheets, blogs, reports, and webpages
Experience conducting research and fact-checking using written sources and direct interviews with subject-matter experts
Degree in journalism, communications, or a science-related field (preferred)
Ability to distill complex scientific and technical topics into clear, compelling language for diverse audiences
Proficiency in AP Style, plain language writing, and editing for scientific accuracy
Familiarity with federal communication requirements, including the Plain Writing Act of 2010 and Section 508 compliance
Knowledge of search engine optimization (SEO) and answer engine optimization (AEO) principles
Writing samples demonstrating proficiency in the stated responsibilities
U.S. citizenship
Ability to start around December 1 after background checks are completed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive annual salary (commensurate with experience)
Fully remote role
Occasional on-site attendance in Alexandria, VA, about once or twice a year