Scientific Technical Writer I

USP • Rockville, MD

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is an independent scientific organization that collaborates with the world’s leading health and science experts to develop rigorous quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients. At USP, we believe that scientific excellence is driven by a commitment to fairness, integrity, and global collaboration. This belief is embedded in our core value of Passion for Quality and is demonstrated through the contributions of more than 1,300 professionals across twenty global locations, working to strengthen the supply of safe, high-quality medicines worldwide. At USP, we value inclusive scientific collaboration and recognize that attracting diverse expertise strengthens our ability to develop trusted public health standards. We foster an organizational culture that supports equitable access to mentorship, professional development, and leadership opportunities. Our partnerships, standards, and research reflect our belief that ensuring broad participation in scientific leadership results in stronger, more impactful outcomes for global health. USP is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer (EEOE) and is committed to ensuring fair, merit-based selection processes that enable the best scientific minds—regardless of background—to contribute to advancing public health solutions worldwide. We provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and uphold policies that create an inclusive and collaborative work environment.
The Scientific Technical Writer I position is responsible for collaborating with USP Scientific Staff and Expert Volunteers for the overall development of high-quality scientific and technical materials. The Scientific Technical Writer I will interface with the other Scientific Technical Writers, Scientific Liaisons, other internal groups, and external groups, including Expert Committees and authors, to ensure the accurate and timely completion, review, and delivery of scientific and technical materials. As part of our mission to advance scientific rigor and public health standards, you will play a vital role in increasing global access to high-quality medicines through public standards and related programs. USP prioritizes scientific integrity, regulatory excellence, and evidence-based decision-making to ensure health systems worldwide can rely on strong, tested, and globally relevant quality standards. Additionally, USP’s People and Culture division, in partnership with the Equity Office, invests in leadership and workforce development to equip all employees with the skills to create high-performing, inclusive teams. This includes training in equitable management practices and tools to promote engaged, collaborative, and results-driven work environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field, English, communications, journalism, or technical writing.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a scientific or technical writer.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience with notetaking.
• Mastery of the English language, with a comprehensive understanding and correct use of English grammar.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Ability to identify and summarize key points from highly complex presentations and discussions.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work in a hybrid work environment (onsite twice per month).
• Outstanding written communication skills.
• Knowledge of researching, writing, editing, and reviewing scientific and technical documents.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical and scientific research concepts and understanding of scientific data analysis.
• Highly detail oriented, paying close attention to accuracy, consistency, and clarity of the written information.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a timely manner.
• Proficient in Window OS and Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficient in Microsoft Copilot.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt style and content for different target audiences.
• Ability to work cross-functionally, collaborate, negotiate with, and influence peers at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Prepares science communications plans and related content, including blog posts, articles, and web content, to showcase USP Science.
• Performs QC of content, which includes ensuring that references, grammar, spelling, and formatting are correct.
• Ensures a consistent style of presentation of USP content to maintain quality and ease of review.
• Prepares annual Council of Experts report, documenting key accomplishments and activities of USP Expert Volunteers; manages production process and ensures on-time delivery of final report.
• Ensures that content meets customer needs and specifications and adheres to quality standards for graphics, format, style, and delivery.
• Performs proofreading, copyediting, and substantive editing of scientific and technical content with a focus on substantive editing for clarity and accuracy, as well as copyediting for style and grammar.
• Provides notetaking support for the Council of Experts’ official by writing meeting minutes and notes.
• Establishes strong working relationships with USP Leadership, staff, and Expert Volunteers; communicates effectively and professionally with industry stakeholders, government liaisons, FDA, and other regulatory staff.
• Ensures that USP written content and materials adhere to the correct style, as set forth in the General Chapter and Stimuli Article Style Guide, USP Minutes Style Guide, and related resources, e.g., Chicago Manual of Style, ACS, and AMA.
• Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned.
• Participates in special projects when requested.
• Performs all other job duties as requested or assigned.

Benefits

• USP provides the benefits to protect yourself and your family today and tomorrow.
• From company-paid time off and comprehensive healthcare options to retirement savings, you can have peace of mind that your personal and financial well-being is protected.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level