9/7/2018
Copy Editor – Scientista Blog
Start date: 15 Oct 2018
ABOUT SCIENTISTA The Scientista Foundation is an exciting new start up that empowers pre-professional women in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) using media and online web platforms in innovative ways. (www.scientistafoundation.com). We are the first organization to provide a centralized network and resources specifically targeted to the needs of college and graduate women in STEM on a national level.
Our goals include:
1. Increasing the visibility of women in STEM 2. Creating the largest network for college and graduate women in STEM 3. Creating content and resources that empower women to pursue careers in STEM Since our launch in November 2011, we have over 15 chapters and affiliates across 11+ campuses, and have created partnerships with national women in science organizations. Our Facebook page has over 10k fans and reaches an average of 50,000 people weekly! POSITION DESCRIPTION We are looking for a copy editor/proofreader with excellent knowledge of grammar, spelling, fact-checking, and style consistency. You must be very detail-oriented and able to spot incorrect word choices, syntax errors, typos, punctuation issues, and incorrect links and references. The copy editor will report directly to the Editor-in-Chief and will be the last stop for content before publication on our website. Some writing may be required so background writing in a STEM industry is a plus! RESPONSIBILITIES Copy editor's responsibilities will include:
The copy editor role is a part-time position intended for students or early career science writers, who are either in school, interning, or working full time, and would like to gain editorial and writing experience by working with an international team of fellow science writers. Because Scientista is a start-up non-profit, the editor positions are unpaid. However, we have been able to leverage our connections to outlets like IFLS, Huffington Post, and organizations like NASW and NESW, so that if Scientista staff and contributors are interested in pursuing science writing professionally, they have a possibility of being connected to professional outlets and mentors through us. QUALIFICATIONS Our ideal candidate will have:
Preference given to candidates who are studying or who hold degrees in STEM fields. Experience working with NGOs/non-profits is not essential but is a bonus! COMMITMENT:
HOW TO APPLY: Please send the following materials addressed to Lauren Koenig at editors@scientistafoundation.com:
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JOIN SCIENTISTAAbout ScientistaThe Scientista Foundation is a national organization that empowers pre-professional women in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) through content, communities, and conferences. Currently the largest network of campus women across STEM disciplines, Scientista serves to connect all communities of women in STEM, giving such important organizations more visibility and resources, and building a strong, cohesive network of women in science that can act as one voice.
Scientista was started by two Harvard undergraduates to address the needs of collegiate women in STEM. Since its founding, Scientista has successfully expanded to 10+ campuses, and has launched a successful intercollegiate Research Symposium, and has started partnerships with major organizations and media companies, including The Huffington Post and the Association of Women in Science. Scientista was named by Enable Education as a "Top 12 Amazing Organization for Women in STEM." Archives
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