The Lead Senior Science Writer plays a crucial role in translating the latest achievements of Dana-Farber's investigators into engaging collateral that informs donors about the impact of their contributions. Serving as a vital link between oncologists, scientists, fundraisers, and donors, this position requires the ability to distill complex information into clear and concise communications pieces that effectively convey key concepts to the Institute's donors. By interpreting significant challenges in cancer care and research, the Lead Senior Science Writer provides deep and broad scientific and strategic insights, supporting the Division's fundraising priorities and Dana-Farber's broader mission. This role reports to the Senior Associate Director of Strategic Content, Donor Experience & Engagement.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
• Research and Analysis: Thoroughly research and understand all aspects pertaining to a specific portfolio of strategic content collateral, encompassing all aspects of research and patient care at Dana-Farber. This includes reading, analyzing, and interpreting press releases, scientific papers, results from clinical trials, and content from technical lectures.
• Information Gathering and Management: Skillfully conduct interviews with clinicians, investigators, and cancer care professionals to elicit new perspectives, scientific context, specific accomplishments, incremental and major results, direct quotes, ideas on how to approach the report, names and contact information of other people to interview, and more. Actively update internal tracking systems to document information pertaining to interview subjects, the status of research studies, unusual situations, helpful sources, editorial reviews, and more.
• Writing and Editing: Plan and write compelling long form reports that convey the impact of philanthropic giving. Work closely with philanthropy colleagues to develop appropriate tone, content, and donor approach; Write and edit reports in a timely fashion to meet specified deadlines; Review the work of teams and writers within the Division of Philanthropy for scientific accuracy. Assist writers to formulate detailed concepts, convey research findings, and prepare written interpretations of data and other information for a primarily lay readership.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Contribute as a member of the writing team. Thoughtfully participate in team meetings and share knowledge related to research findings, scientific writing trends, and learning opportunities. Work closely with philanthropy colleagues to conduct interviews with donors and faculty. Collaborate closely with senior leaders in cross-disciplinary teams in a highly matrixed environment to meet yearly key performance indicators.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Scientific Communication: Ability to first understand the science and then translate that knowledge accurately into a form that is both interesting and intelligible to the donor. Overall excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to express ideas clearly and logically.
• Adaptability: Demonstrate curiosity and a broad range of knowledge. Ability to learn how new technologies, such as artificial intelligence, can be used to create efficiencies.
• Organizational: Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and independently, as well as produce high-quality work on deadline. Excellent project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines, all within a quickly evolving organizational setting.
• Customer Service: Exceptional customer service skills and demonstrated ability to interact professionally and work with peers, leadership, and external contacts.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree. 5 years of professional experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Patient Contact:

None

Special Working Conditions:

This position is considered remote, 0-1 days onsite at 10 Brookline Place, Brookline, MA each week. Works on deadline. Some evening or weekend work may be required.

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate's relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$107,100.00 - $113,900.00