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Subject:JOBS -- Little Rock, Arkansas From:Tom Shannon <tjshannon -at- MY-DEJANEWS -dot- COM> Date:Mon, 14 Dec 1998 10:02:02 -0700
Job #1 --
HEALTH SCIENCE WRITER/EDITOR
The Office of Grants & Scientific Publications (OG&SP) at UAMS, whose goal is to assist basic and clinical investigators obtain peer-reviewed research funding and publications has an immediate opening for a Health Science Writer/Editor. The writer/editor will supports three centers at UAMS involved in mental and general health services research and in statewide health improvement efforts through public advocacy, policy research, education, and program development. The Science Writer/Editor will also be primarily responsible for working with faculty, researchers, and research trainees in the preparation of research programs and training grant applications to federal agencies and private foundations. He/she will also prepare manuscripts and promotional materials.
The minimum qualifications are a Bachelors degree from an accredited institution plus five years experience as a writer and/or editor, or a Masters degree and two years experience. Experience working with physicians or scientists regarding the editing of their work and a strong health science background is preferred. This position requires excellent writing skills; the ability to understand scientific/health-related data; literacy and working knowledge of issues in health services research, outcomes analysis, application of evaluation tools, and journal and funding agency requirements. Certification by the Board of Editors in the Life Sciences is desirable.
For a detailed job description, please contact Paula Card-Higginson by phone at 501-686-6004 or email CardHigginsonPaula -at- exchange -dot- uams -dot- edu
To apply, send CV, samples of original work, and a cover letter with salary requirements to address listed below.
THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS FOR MEDICAL SCIENCES
4324 W MARKHAM
SLOT 779
LITTLE ROCK AR 72205
Top needlework publisher has an entry level, part-time ( 32 hours / week ) instruction writing position in the kit production department. Successful applicants will possess:
· Extensive needlecraft skills ( ed. Who said software writing is the only work to be had these days ? )
· Excellent grammar and technical writing skills
· Basic office skills - Macintosh computer experience helpful
· The ability to meet deadlines and work independently
Benefits available after six months ( ed. This statement should raise a few warning flags! )
Please send resume and cover letter to:
LEISURE ARTS INC
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPT
P O BOX 55595
LITTLE ROCK AR 72215
IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR INDIVIDUAL WITH THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:
· Bachelors degree in English or Instructional Design, or
· Minimum of 3 years experience writing documentation or instructional materials to include editing, excellent grammatical skills, and knowledge of current technical writing practices.
· Minimum of 1 year experience using word processing software ( pref. Microsoft Word ).
· Excellent communication skills.
Excellent benefit package and competitive salary.
Please send resume to:
ARKANSAS BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD
HUMAN RESOURCES ADMIN
P O BOX 2181
LITTLE ROCK AR 72203
501-378-3207 ( fax )
email: tasmith -at- arkbluecross -dot- com
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CAVEAT 1 --
Having lived in Arkansas a few years back, I feel qualified to say that these companies will probably be offering what most of us would consider to be a substandard salary or hourly rate. All that notwithstanding, these might be good positions for someone wanting to get their feet wet in Technical Writing. Arkansas is not exactly overflowing with qualified writers, so these companies are probably willing to consider applications from almost ANY out-of-state applicant.
CAVEAT 2 --
I list these positions as a service to members of the TECHWR-L list. I have no interest or position with the listed companies. Please address all correspondence to the companies listed, and NOT to me.
- Tom
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