Palmyra, Wisconsin--Communications/Public Affairs--Standard Process

Company: Standard Process
Position:
Communications/Public Affairs
Location:
Palmyra, Wisconsin
Job Status: Full-time
Salary: Not Specified
Ad Expires:
April 3, 2009
Job ID: 1026339

Description:
Producing only natural, concentrated whole food supplements available exclusively through health care professionals, Standard Process has been a leader for more than 70 years in the nutritional products industry by validating the safety, efficacy, and cost effectiveness of dietary supplements. By utilizing raw foods grown on our 1,000 acres of organic farmland in Wisconsin's Kettle Moraine, Standard Process is able to oversee the entire manufacturing process under one roof, maintaining our strict standards of quality every step of the way.

As we continue to grow, we have a new opportunity available for a Coordinator of Scientific Communications who will provide a broad range of support to the R&D and Marketing departments at our Corporate Headquarters in Palmyra, WI. We are seeking a writing professional who can translate scientific literature for a lay audience to successfully integrate scientific evidence into our external communications materials. Reporting to the Director of Research and Development, this role will be responsible for building awareness about the efforts and achievements of our innovative R&D department.

Specific duties include assisting in the implementation and development of a scientific communications plan for R&D; preparing written materials and revise current materials to incorporate scientific evidence in support of SP products (e.g. fact sheets, tab sheets, brochures, position papers, etc.); and conducting online literature searches and gathering relevant scientific information on products and product constituents. Will work to identify and pursue public relations opportunities to build awareness about the efforts and achievements of R&D, including press releases, newsletter articles, trade publication articles, research handouts, etc. Will also maintain current R&D content on our website as well as provide writing and editing support for R&D staff and Marketing department as needed.

Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Journalism or English with a scientific background OR a Bachelor's degree in Biology with a writing background. Requires 3-5 years of experience writing and editing professionally for multiple audiences (scientists, policy-makers, public) as well as hands-on experience with relevant scientific databases. Strong interpersonal skills are essential to effectively develop and maintain successful relationships with internal and external stakeholders. MS Office proficiency with knowledge of search engines relevant to scientific literature are also necessary. A Master's degree, research and grant writing experience, and an understanding of basic biological principles are preferred.

We offer an outstanding compensation and benefits package, including health/dental/vision insurance, pension and profit sharing plans, and an on-site fitness center, in a team-oriented environment. For consideration, please forward resume to: STANDARD PROCESS, INC., Attn: HR Dept., 1200 W. Royal Lee Drive, Palmyra, WI 53156. Fax: (262) 495-8038. E-mail: jprey@standardprocess.com EOE M/F/V/D