Health Literacy Media
About the organization:
Health Literacy Media (HLM) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that works to make health care easier for people to understand.
About the position:
We are looking for a health and science writer to join our team. Under the direction of the Director of Program Development, you will be tasked with providing support to all HLM programming.
Your duties:
- Write and edit complex health information using HLM’s plain language strategies (a specific writing style that breaks down complex health information into clear messaging)
- Develop health content for print and digital materials and social media messaging for public and professional audiences
- Research and test innovative health communication strategies
- Provide administrative support to program activities
Skills you will need:
- Writing and editing skills with outstanding attention to detail
- Ability to follow set processes and learn from the expertise of the HLM team
- Deep critical thinking skills
- Ability to accept critical feedback through a collaborative writing process
- Ability to focus on a piece of writing for long periods of time
- Comfort with technology and the ability to learn on the job, including basic computer skills
- Flexibility in a quickly evolving workplace
Skills that are a plus:
- Graphic design, including data visualization
- Research experience including research design, informed consent, data analysis, program coordination, management, etc.
Education and experience:
Bachelor’s Degree or demonstrated experience in a field related to communications, journalism, science, nursing, education, or public health with a minimum of 3 years’ experience.
If you are interested, please send your resume and 2 writing samples to:
Arion Hairston ahairston@healthliteracy.media