Research Writer

The Opportunity: 

The Research Writer plays a vital role in telling the stories of UCF's research enterprise -- uncovering breakthroughs, innovations, and collaborations that will shape our future. As part of a content strategy team, this position will mine for compelling research stories, working with faculty, students, and partners to translate their work into accessible, engaging narratives. These stories will be shared across digital, print, and social media channels to elevate UCF's reputation as a national leader in discovery and innovation.

Classification Title: Writer II

Responsibilities:

• Partner with faculty, students, and communications and industry counterparts to uncover story leads that align with strategic university priorities and develop these stories to showcase the university's impact and the excellence of our people.

• Translate complex research and technical information into engaging narratives for general audiences and write high-quality content that can be distributed across multiple digital and print channels.

• Collaborate with communications and creative colleagues to deliver future-focused, compelling storytelling experiences that drive awareness of UCF's interdisciplinary research enterprise.

• Contribute writing and communications support to special projects, campaigns, events, and other initiatives that highlight the university's research enterprise.

Minimum Qualifications: 

Bachelor's or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Skilled in writing and editing across various formats.

• Proficient in AP Style and journalistic standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism.

• Experienced in technical writing and research-based content.

• Comfortable with scientific topics, terminology, and complex subject matter.

• Hands-on experience with WordPress and content management systems.

• Strong interviewing skills for sourcing and developing compelling stories.

• Effective multitasker with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Comfortable with tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Additional Application Materials Required:

In addition to the online application, applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 writing samples. The writing samples can be submitted as part of a portfolio or in a link to a portfolio.

Note: When applying please have all your documents ready to upload at the same time. Once the submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

Classification Title: Writer II

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?  

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers: 

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program 

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options 

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions 

• Education assistance 

• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.  

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer. 

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu.

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