Higher Education Content Writer – STEM Programs

We’re seeking a skilled content writer with experience in higher education and technical subject matter to support graduate-level academic programs. This role will focus on programs in Energy, Aerospace, and Geospatial Intelligence, requiring the ability to translate complex concepts into clear, engaging narratives. You’ll produce interview-driven content that highlights faculty expertise, industry relevance, and student outcomes.

Scope and Duration

• Commitment: 20 hours/week
• Initial Contract: 3 months, with potential extension
  

Key Responsibilities

• Interview + Storytelling: Conduct interviews with faculty, students, and alumni, and transform insights into compelling, narrative-driven articles.
• Content Development: Write accurate, engaging content that conveys the value of STEM graduate programs in the context of industry trends.
• Collaboration: Work with the client’s marketing team to align content goals, tone, and accuracy.
• Fact-Checking: Ensure all content reflects technical and contextual precision.
• Content Strategy Support: Contribute to structured content plans (e.g., “3 Questions With” series), with flexibility to adapt to program needs.
• SEO Awareness: Apply standard SEO practices for readability and discoverability.
  

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in higher education writing, journalism, or technical storytelling
• Demonstrated ability to produce interview-based content with academic or technical sources
• Strong research and fact-checking skills
• Experience simplifying complex STEM topics for a broader audience
• Excellent editorial quality and attention to detail
• Comfort conducting interviews with academic and industry experts
• Bonus: Background in higher ed marketing, graduate programs, or technical communications
  

Industry-Specific Expertise

• Energy: Knowledge of energy transition, renewables, or regulatory trends
• Aerospace & Defense: Familiarity with technical systems, innovation, and policy intersections
• Geospatial Intelligence: Ability to make GIS, mapping, or geospatial concepts accessible
  

About the Client
Our client is a nationally recognized university offering graduate programs designed to meet evolving industry needs. With a focus on workforce relevance, the university collaborates with faculty, alumni, and experts to shape programs in fields like energy, aerospace, technology, and global business.

The marketing team is committed to strategic, interview-based storytelling that highlights each program’s value. Writers will help transform expert insights into clear, compelling content that drives enrollment and elevates the university’s academic and industry reputation.