How many people can answer the question, "What do you do for a living?" with the answer, "I help find cures for cancer." At LLS, employees take our mission seriously. Whether you work in one of our regions, are an accountant at the national office or a specialist in our Information Resource Center, you work each day on making our mission a reality: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. Join us and give new meaning to the word, "job."
Summary: As part of a mission centric, locally delivered and nationally powered organization, the Senior Science & Philanthropy Writer will play a crucial role in crafting compelling and impactful materials aimed at cultivating and stewarding relationships with our philanthropic donors. You will specialize in creating engaging content, particularly focusing on scientific narratives, to resonate with diverse audiences.
As a valued member of LLS, you are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; a 403b retirement plan along with generous paid time off. In addition, we observe federal paid holidays throughout the year, and offer a wellness program and an employee assistance program.
While employees may be permitted to work remotely, travel to the assigned office, HUB or Satellite Offices may be required as determined by the employee’s manager and the employee’s People Organization Generalist.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Responsible for writing successful, engaging and high-value cultivation and stewardship materials for a range of audiences, with a special emphasis on scientific content.
- With an emphasis on scientific content, write proposals, foundation grant applications, general program overviews and targeted collateral to support cultivation activities and solicitations, specializing in making scientific content accessible and engaging for a lay audience.
- With an emphasis on scientific content, write donor impact reports, one sheets, leadership speaking points, acknowledgement and other correspondence, and other donor-centered materials to support stewardship and relationship building activities with individual and foundation donors and prospects.
- Liaise and strategize with business partners across the enterprise on projects and programs and how to position our value proposition most advantageously to donors, particularly within our science research programs.
- Stay abreast of LLS activities and advances in our research and patient support programs, providing knowledge and expertise to field staff about the most current advances and how donors can partner in these initiatives.
- Field scientific/research questions from staff related to LLS-funded research as well as provide basic scientific guidance to help staff grasp complex concepts.
Education & Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Science, or a related field. Post-graduate degree preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in proposal writing, grant writing, or a related field, with an emphasis on writing for individual major donors.
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office.
- Excellent research and analytical skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
- Experience in the non-profit sector is preferred.
- Familiarity with scientific terminology and ability to translate complex scientific concepts for a general audience is a strong advantage.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
- Minimal weekend & evening work required dependent on projects overseeing
- Minimal travel based on related projects and department meetings
- Physical demands are minimal and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations
- The average salary range is $65,000 - $81,000, open to further discussion based on geography.
- Work environment is representative and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer
LLS is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in its workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, race, color, creed, national origin/ancestry, citizenship, religion, genetic predisposition or information, physical or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. LLS seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission and where they will join a cohort of others who have chosen to call LLS home. LLS complies with all applicable laws which prohibit discrimination and harassment in the workplace, and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment supportive of all of our employees and the communities we serve.
