This is a full-time position within the bargaining unit of the Canadian Office and Professional Employees Union (Local 343).
JOB SUMMARY:
The primary responsibility of the Scientific Writer/Editor is to write, review, and edit academic articles developed by the RNAO Research Unit within the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RNAO) for submission to peer reviewed journals. The focus is on executing academic content creation and/or co- creation, ensuring scientific rigour and accuracy in research and development; assuring scientifically accurate and meaningful communications to end-users; and providing input on the development/use of scientific materials that are developed within RNAO Research Unit.
This position, housed within the RNAO Research Unit and reporting to its Director, requires communication with RNAO’s CEO and the communications department -- to ensure overall RNAO’s goals in respect to academic publications are achieved and RNAO’s overall policies, style guides and branding are adhered to.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Compose and deliver to various teams draft manuscripts, literature reviews, conference abstracts, and other academic materials, as directed.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts and Research Unit staff to write, review and edit academic articles for submission to peer-reviewed journals, research papers, book chapters, research grants.
- Review, fine edit and format to ensure writing is cohesive, clear, concise, grammatically correct, consistent, well organized and appealing while adhering to RNAO’s style guide and/or to targeted publications guidelines.
- Work closely with subject matter experts to assess and disseminate in-depth knowledge in clinical and relational areas, through peer-reviewed publications.
- Organize and display information in a way that promotes understanding, including the use of charts, tables, illustrations, images and infographics and collaborate with RNAO’s communication team as required.
- Coach and build capacity of Research Unit staff and RNAO partners understanding of academic writing (e.g., journal article) as well as plain language principles for knowledge mobilization among Research Unit team members and other RNAO staff.
- Other duties related to the role, as assigned by the Director, Research Unit.
SKILL, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:
- Master’s degree with outstanding research, analytical and writing skills, are required.
- Proven experience as a scientific content writer or related role
- Outstanding editing expertise
- Knowledge of academic writing standards and styles
- Experience creating DITA- compliant documentation.
- Sound knowledge of common referencing styles such as APA and MLA
- Working knowledge of online search engines, libraries and academic research databases
- Ability to collaborate with assigned teams on multiple projects, in a positive manner
- Ability to produce documents without any grammatical errors
- Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and ensuring content is accessible to various audiences.
- Fluent understanding of AODA requirements.
- Proficiency in MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat, with advanced expertise in Microsoft Word, including use of styles, layout, templates, referencing and formatting.
- Proficiency using bibliographic software, such as Zotero.
EFFORT:
- Workflow requires meeting regular deadlines that may require an increase in speed and re- prioritizing the workload.
- Ability to work as a team member and independently with a high degree of accuracy.
- Participation in multiple projects, simultaneously.
- Concentration is required for short and long periods of time to process data.
- Sight, touch and hearing are used to operate a computer and review information.
- Sitting at the computer is required regularly, as well as walking, standing and operating equipment to perform the duties of the job.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Works in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to lack of privacy, noise, distractions/interruptions, or stress from multiple demands.
- Typical conditions are such that no risk of injury is present.
NOTES:
This post is for an existing vacancy.
The starting annual salary for this position is $ 81,718.44.
We comprehensively evaluate a variety of factors to determine fair compensation, including experience, specific job-related knowledge and skills, as well as relevant educational and specialty training. Additionally, we ensure that compensation is equitable across our staff and aligns with current market trends. RNAO offers an extensive benefits package and generous vacation.
Mandatory requirements: RNAO requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to any accommodation obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada for the duration of the work term. Proof of eligibility will be required.
Please be advised: RNAO does not use AI-assisted tools to support the selection process. Human reviewers make all final hiring decisions.
RNAO is currently operating in a hybrid environment with at least two mandatory days in the office, and these arrangements may change based on business needs.
Applications and interviews are reviewed and scheduled on a rolling basis. To ensure your application is considered, we encourage you to submit it as soon as possible.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants who are interviewed will be notified of the hiring decision within 45 days of their final interview.
RNAO is committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and in which we live.
Accommodations under the Ontario Human Rights Code are available to all candidates during the recruitment process and throughout employment. Please email
[email protected] if you require assistance.
