Scientific & Technical Editor

Job Description

Job Description

Scientific & Technical Editor Seattle, WA (Primarily Remote)

This is a work-from-home position. Candidates must be based in the Seattle, WA area, and be available for occasional in-person meetings in Seattle or other West Coast office locations. Some travel may be required.

Translating Science, Informing the Future

Join @Orchard on a mission to amplify the impact of cutting-edge marine science. We are seeking a highly skilled Scientific & Technical Editor to support an opportunity with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Northwest Fisheries Science Center (NWFSC).

In this vital role, you will serve as a gatekeeper for quality and an ambassador for clarity, transforming complex scientific research into polished, accessible, and impactful publications. You will be instrumental in ensuring that the critical work of NOAA scientists reaches resource managers, policymakers, and the public, directly contributing to the conservation of marine ecosystems and the sustainability of our fisheries. If you are a meticulous editor with a passion for science and a talent for communication, this is your opportunity to play a key part in advancing NOAA’s leadership in marine science.

Key Responsibilities

As the Scientific & Technical Editor, you will manage the full lifecycle of scientific publications and communications, from initial draft to final dissemination. Your responsibilities are delineated across five core areas :

1. Scientific Report Publishing

• Edit and format a wide range of scientific and technical reports, including Technical Memorandums, Processed Reports, and White Papers, ensuring adherence to the NWFSC in-house style guide.
• Manage the publication process, upholding rigorous standards for scientific accuracy and efficiency.
• After final government approval, upload finished documents to the official NOAA Institutional Repository.

2. Publication Tracking & Compliance

3. General Editorial Support

4. Science Communication & Content Creation

5. Digital Accessibility & Section 508 Compliance

Required Education & Experience

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Established in 2010, @Orchard LLC has an exceptional reputation, providing staffing solutions to time-sensitive, talent scarcity issues to deliver better talent management ROI. Our specialty lies in the critical area of program talent acquisition and resource management, not in one narrow skillset, but across many areas of technical and functional delivery. To learn more about our other exciting opportunities, visit our Jobs Page at www.atOrchard.com .