Scientific Editor / Research Writer (TEMP)

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Job Summary

Provide high-level scientific writing, editing, literature review, and evidence-synthesis support for research projects in psychology, public health, nutrition, and related areas. The position will support the development of manuscripts, reports, presentations, literature reviews, and other scientific products.

Responsibilities*

• Literature review and evidence synthesis: Conduct targeted literature searches; review and synthesize scientific literature; prepare concise literature-review summaries, evidence tables, and background briefs on research questions.
• Scientific editing and writing: Edit manuscripts, reports, presentations, and other scientific products for clarity, accuracy, organization, and scientific rigor; draft or revise sections based on guidance from the research team.
• Scientific fact-checking and citation verification: Verify scientific claims against primary sources; identify appropriate supporting citations; assess whether cited sources accurately support statements.
• Reference management: Maintain and organize references; check citations and bibliographies for completeness and accuracy.
• Scientific translation: Help translate complex scientific findings into clear, accurate prose for scientific, professional, and other audiences.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor?s degree in psychology, public health, nutrition, or related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant research experience in critically evaluating peer-reviewed literature, interpreting research methods and findings, and synthesizing evidence across studies.
• Minimum of 3 years of substantial scientific writing or editing experience, including drafting or extensively revising research manuscripts, literature reviews, evidence syntheses, or technical reports.

Desired Qualifications*

• Advanced degree (Master?s, PhD, or equivalent training) in psychology, public health, nutrition, or a related field
• Experience preparing manuscripts, literature reviews, evidence syntheses, or other scientific products
• Experience with citation/reference-management software
• Familiarity with research related to eating behavior, addiction, nutrition, or public health

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Job Opening ID

284153

Working Title

Scientific Editor / Research Writer (TEMP)

Job Title

WRITER (TEMP)

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Mobile/Remote

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

College Of Lsa

Department

LSA Psychology

Posting Begin/End Date

10/08/2026 - 10/29/2026

Salary

$35.00 - $50.00

Career Interest

Temporary Job Opening