Science Fellow (Grant Funded) TERM: Max 2 Years Western States Union of Concerned Scientists Remote Bargaining Unit Position: Yes Our organization The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) is an independent nonprofit that puts rigorous, independent science into action, developing solutions and advocating for a healthy, safe, and just future. We envision a peaceful, healthy, and just world where science serves people and the planet by guiding policy decisions, reducing risks, and improving lives. For over five decades, we have been working as scientists, engineers, economists, advocates, and everyday people to create and advocate for innovative, practical solutions to some of our planet’s most pressing problems—from combating global warming and developing sustainable ways to feed, power, and transport ourselves, to fighting disinformation, advancing racial equity, and reducing the threat of nuclear war.  Values informing our work include: - Science in the service of people and the planet.  - Justice and Equity for people of all races and incomes—now, and for future generations.  - Courage to take principled, science-based stands in the public arena.  - Integrity to always examine evidence critically, openly, and honestly.  - Democracy to promote a voice for all in government decisions.  - Action inspiring and mobilizing people to build a healthier, safer, and more just world.  UCS’s Western States Program Under the direction of the Climate Science Director, the Science Fellow will conduct research and analysis and expert representation in support of two foundations that are grant-funded and term-limited projects. The first project housed in the Western States Program explores questions at the intersection of just land transitions, clean energy transitions, and climate resilience, primarily in California’s Central Valley. The second focuses on a climate-resilient grid in collaboration with the Climate and Energy Program transmission team’s science-based advocacy for grid infrastructure planning and investments. The ideal candidate will have strong training in applied climate science, with interdisciplinary knowledge and experience in clean energy and power sector infrastructure and markets. The fellow will have explicit responsibilities for both projects, with on average 50% of the time spent on each, which will vary as project timelines demand. The Fellow will also be expected to communicate their learnings and findings and advocate for technology and policy solutions to build broader knowledge and support for a climate-resilient grid, in the context of California’s just land transitions. In sum, this position carries out research including publishing in peer-review journals, and aids in background research, planning, and works collaboratively with coalition and grassroots partners, as project scope demands.   UCS employees center their work on UCS’s core values, including racial equity and environmental justice.  They work collaboratively to ensure the effective operations of the program/department, center anti-racism and equity in internal and external work, and foster a welcoming, inclusive, and transparent environment where all staff can thrive and grow.  Research and analysis - Contribute to future project scoping in coordination with Just Land Transition allies and aligned with UCS's recent Roadmap (outlining guiding principles and recommendations), to advance UCS's clean energy, water sustainability, and equity goals by driving a community-centered vision of agricultural land transition in the Central Valley. - Provide analytical and project support as needed as part of ongoing Western States program projects, e.g.,a co-developed community needs assessment for just land transitions with UCS's Western States program NGO partner. - Work closely with the Western States Energy team to evaluate the climate resilience of California grid planning and investment decision processes and support team engagement with the California Public Utilities Commission, which oversees these. This may include evaluating existing transmission systems and busbar mapping processes (mapping electricity generation or storage resources to the transmission system), to assess the extent to which they plan for climate change. With the team, make recommendations for improvements and identify lessons learned from beyond California as appropriate.  - Work closely with C&E's Associate Director, Transmission Policy to support UCS interventions at relevant regional transmission operators (e.g. Midcontinent Independent System Operator or MISO) and MISO's external consultation processes to advocate for the best available climate science and advanced climate modeling tools to be integrated into MISO and state-led long-term planning processes and to create a consistent and informed drumbeat of advocacy within MISO spaces for more transparent, science-driven climate risk assessments and climate informed planning processes. - With UCS staff, lead/design a set of expert dialogue convenings that bring leading climate and energy researchers together with grid practitioners and key influencers (e.g., NGOs, state commissioners, etc.) for shared learning across Independent System Operators/RTOs, e.g., how did California's CPUC adopt the most comprehensive climate decision-making framework? What lessons are transferable to MISO or other states?  - Work closely with a set of convened experts to develop targeted recommendations that can be filtered up by the public and advocates at key decision points along MISO's Long Range Transmission Planning processes and relevant state proceedings. - Support UCS development of policy recommendations and education for policymakers, experts, and the public. - Provide expert contributions, review, and support for energy team colleagues engaging in utility commission dockets around climate risk and vulnerability. - Conduct an independent research project aiming for at least one peer review article submission by end of fellowship term, co-authored with UCS and external collaborators as appropriate. This may focus on community benefit agreement best practices in the just land transition domain, to co-develop policy recommendations for public funding agencies investing in land transition projects.  - The fellow will uphold principles of scientific excellence (e.g., regarding plagiarism, conflicts of interest, intellectual property and copyright, data governance and archiving, use of artificial intelligence), and in support of programmatic goals will ensure accuracy, credibility, readability, and timeliness of all authored material.  Expert Representation and Advocacy - Represent UCS, its values, and positions in coalitions, conferences, workshops, stakeholder negotiations, testimony, and congressional hearings, national and state regulatory commissions, legislative committees, other government agencies and commissions, market operators, and other key forums, including the development of testimony, letters, and technical comments for legislative and regulatory proceedings. - Influence the development and implementation of policies and strategies within government and nongovernment institutions to advance UCS goals; collaborate with campaign and legislative staff to develop and effectively promote UCS-supported positions with senior government officials, legislators, regulators, opinion leaders, stakeholders, non-traditional allies, coalition partners, public, and media representatives at local, state, regional, and national levels. - Establish and maintain alliances with advocates, other organizations, community leaders, businesses, academics, and researchers, including regulatory and legislative staff and governmental agencies, to exchange information, provide technical information/education and guidance, share resources, advance shared objectives, engage in collaborative projects, and participate in coalitions. - Represent UCS in the media, traditional and social; work with UCS Communications staff to identify key media opportunities, help draft materials, and serve as direct contact to the media, including providing rapid response to relevant media requests as opportunities arise. - Report research results and recommend research directions in oral and written form to experts, public, media, and decision makers.  - Serve as an internal resource to expand UCS staff expertise and visibility. Share research and insights with UCS staff and collaborate on understanding and applying that research to advancing UCS's strategic priorities.  Science Communication - Present work to scientific, advocacy, coalition, and community partners, including across disciplinary lines. - A strategy for project goals: write blog posts for UCS's blog, The Equation. - Act as a UCS spokesperson for UCS's climate resilient grid work, including contributing to webinars, training, or fielding media requests with short deadlines. - Work with UCS staff to ensure that the projects' public-facing materials and talking points are scientifically robust, clearly communicated, and compelling. Other Duties As Assigned - Up to 20% of any individual job may contain work that is not specifically listed in this document. This may reflect temporary assignments, individual professional development opportunities (e.g., learning a new set of skills, participating in a professional growth experience), and/or a requirement to serve in an organizational citizenship capacity (e.g., participating in JEDI activities, pitching in/volunteering for extra work, covering for a colleague on leave). People Management Authority - No supervisory responsibilities.

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description This is a pro-bono position. JerseySTEM is looking for talented professionals across our departments to commit time and energy as long-term engagement for our mission to provide STEM education to underrepresented middle school girls. In addition to Corporate and Individual donations, Grants are a potential large source of financial support for the JerseySTEM mission. As a Grant Writer you'll be helping JerseySTEM to source grants and complete grant documents. - Responsible for writing engaging and compelling content for grant submissions. - Work closely with the Grant Writing Team Lead to determine proposal concepts by identifying and clarifying opportunities and needs. - Develop grant proposals that effectively communicate the organization's goals, objectives, and strategies to potential funders. - Collaborate with program staff to gather relevant information and data needed for grant applications. - Submit timely and accurate grant proposals to potential funders. - Maintain accurate records of grant submissions and outcomes. - Stay current on grant funding opportunities and requirements. - Attend weekly team meetings. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., communications, business, nonprofit management, etc.) - At least 3 years of experience in grant writing, preferably in the nonprofit sector. - Strong research and writing skills, including the ability to develop compelling narratives that effectively communicate the organization's mission and goals. - Familiarity with grant application processes and requirements. - Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines. - Must be self-motivated and able to work independently. - Must be organized and have strong attention to detail. - Experience writing grants is preferred. - Ability to study and understand programs and funding requirements of the organization. - Attend weekly team meetings: (Mondays 9:15am - 9:45am EST) Company Description - All JerseySTEM roles are pro-bono (unpaid) positions. - JerseySTEM is a mission-driven professional network of pro-bono contributors dedicated to improving access to STEM education and career pathways for underserved middle school girls in New Jersey. - Members contribute their professional skills and leverage their networks in service of the organization’s gender-equity agenda. - Membership is a minimum six-month commitment of approximately six flexible hours per week and includes a $100 refundable deposit, returned after six months of active membership. - K–12 educators, retirees, veterans, interns, and students are exempt from the deposit.

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description DMI, a leading digital services and IT solutions provider, is seeking a seasoned Senior Content Writer & External Communications Lead to drive brand storytelling, thought leadership, and digital content strategy across public sector and commercial enterprise audiences. This role will lead content planning and execution across digital channels, campaigns, executive communications, and public relations — ensuring a consistent and engaging voice for DMI across the market. - Develop a wide range of written assets including blogs, factsheets, case studies, internal communications, and quarterly newsletters. - Maintain and execute a strategic editorial calendar aligned to business campaigns, EO/go-to-market efforts, and thought leadership priorities. - Collaborate with Demand Generation and Offerings teams to develop content that supports customer acquisition and partner engagement. - Contribute content for strategic capture campaigns, webinars, solution updates, and public sector outreach. - Develop technology-focused thought leadership content including blogs, POVs, whitepapers, and executive briefs that translate complex IT services capabilities into business-aligned narratives for federal and enterprise audiences. - Partner closely with technical SMEs, solution architects, and offering leaders to shape differentiated services positioning and modernization messaging. - Draft and manage written communications for both internal updates and external audiences. - Act as the central coordination point for content-related communications across teams. - Support PR efforts by drafting releases and executive quotes for earned media placements and announcements. - Create social copy related to key campaigns, PR wins, blog promotion, federal captures, or thought leadership. - Draft and update website copy as needed for campaigns, new solution pages, or messaging refreshes. - Manage the central content calendar and ensure deadlines are communicated, updated, and aligned to launch timelines. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field. - 10+ years of experience in content strategy, writing, and communications. - 3-5 years of experience working across internal and external communications in a B2B, public sector, or tech-oriented environment. - Demonstrated experience writing for an IT services firm, technology consultancy, systems integrator, or enterprise technology organization is strongly preferred. - Proven ability to translate technical solution capabilities into strategic thought leadership aligned to go-to-market and demand generation initiatives. Requirements - Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a strong grasp of tone, structure, and clarity. - Proven ability to write multiple formats — executive summaries, blogs, internal memos, web content, campaign material. - Familiarity with WordPress, HubSpot, LinkedIn Campaign Manager, and collaborative tools like Monday.com or Teams. - Understanding of the content lifecycle: planning, production, feedback, and optimization. - Awareness of SEO content best practices (keyword usage, structure). - Organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple projects with competing deadlines. - Familiarity with IT services marketing frameworks, modernization narratives, and B2B technology positioning across federal and commercial enterprise markets. - Experience producing technology-focused long-form content such as whitepapers, solution briefs, or executive POV articles is highly desirable. Benefits - Convenience/Concierge: Virtual health visits, commuter perks, pet insurance, and entertainment discounts that make life easier. - Development: Annual performance reviews, tuition assistance, and internal career growth opportunities to help you thrive. - Financial: Generous 401(k) matches, life and disability insurance, and financial wellness tools to support your future. - Recognition: Annual awards, service anniversaries, referral bonuses, and peer-to-peer shoutouts that spotlight your achievements. - Wellness: Healthcare coverage, wellness programs, flu shots, and biometric screenings to support your health. Location McLean, Virginia

• Write long- and short-form content including blogs, ebooks, landing pages, and case studies. • Craft high-converting ad copy for paid media campaigns (Meta, Google, Programmatic). • Produce engaging copy for social media calendars and CRM email flows. • Follow brand voice guidelines and tailor tone across B2B and B2C verticals. • Understand the role of keywords, readability, funnel stages, and conversion paths. • Implement on-page best practices including keyword placement, H-tag structures, internal linking, and meta descriptions. • Collaborate with SEO strategists on content briefs, keyword clusters, and content calendars. • Optimize existing content for improved rankings and CTR. • Monitor content performance with tools like SEMrush, Search Console, and GA4. • Use AI tools to draft outlines, scale ideation, and improve turnaround time. • Know when to rely on AI and when to write from scratch for quality and originality. • Write with performance in mind: support SEO rankings, paid media ROI, email open rates, and lead generation. • Collaborate with designers, media managers, and analysts to ensure content drives results.