Scientific Illustrator

Nanobiosym • Cambridge, MA

6d

About The Position

We are seeking a talented Scientific Illustrator to collaborate closely with our scientific and technical teams to translate complex concepts into clear, accurate, and visually compelling graphics. This individual will play a key role in developing figures, schematics, and presentation materials that support manuscripts, grant submissions, technical communications, and high-impact research publications. The ideal candidate combines artistic skill with scientific literacy and has a strong ability to understand technical content and communicate it visually for both expert and broader audiences.

Requirements

• Degree in Scientific Illustration, Biomedical Visualization, Graphic Design, or a related discipline with strong exposure to science or engineering fields.
• 2+ years of experience creating scientific or technical illustrations (portfolio required).
• Demonstrated ability to interpret scientific literature and communicate complex ideas visually.
• Proficiency in tools such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and/or 3D visualization software (e.g., Blender, Cinema 4D).
• Strong attention to detail, typography, and layout in technical contexts.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills when working with researchers.

Nice To Haves

• Experience preparing figures for peer-reviewed publications preferred.
• A visual thinker who enjoys turning complexity into clarity.
• Ability to balance artistic creativity with scientific precision.
• Highly responsive, organized, and comfortable managing multiple deadlines.
• Curious mindset with enthusiasm for learning new scientific concepts.
• Commitment to producing polished, publication-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Scientific Visualization Create detailed figures, diagrams, and graphical abstracts for manuscripts, posters, and technical documents.
• Transform raw data, experimental workflows, and complex methodologies into clear visual narratives.
• Collaborate with researchers to ensure scientific accuracy and clarity of all illustrations.
• Design publication-ready artwork that meets journal formatting and resolution requirements.
• Publication & Manuscript Support Assist authors in preparing visual content for submission to leading peer-reviewed journals.
• Interpret reviewer feedback related to figures and revise artwork accordingly.
• Ensure consistency of style, labeling, and visual standards across publications.
• Support supplementary materials such as infographics, cover art concepts, and explanatory visuals.
• Presentation Development Develop high-quality slides and visual assets for scientific presentations, conferences, and internal reviews.
• Work alongside subject-matter experts to create compelling visual storytelling for complex research topics.
• Standardize templates and visual identity for technical communications.
• Design Standards & Asset Management Maintain organized libraries of icons, schematics, and reusable visual components.
• Establish visual guidelines for scientific graphics to ensure clarity, consistency, and scalability.
• Stay current with visualization tools, design trends, and publication requirements.

Benefits

• You will work directly with innovators and subject-matter experts, helping shape how important scientific work is communicated to the world.
• Your visuals will play a central role in advancing understanding, strengthening publications, and elevating the impact of research.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level