Sr. Research Writer - Philanthropy chez TCH Medical Center
TCH Medical Center · Houston, États-Unis d'Amérique · Onsite
- Senior
- Bureau à Houston
Texas Children’s is seeking a Senior Research Writer for our Neuro Research Institute to craft compelling stories that showcase our groundbreaking research and discoveries. This role will be key in advancing the visibility of Texas Children’s research across digital, print, and media platforms, while also supporting philanthropy and external engagement.
As a strategic communicator, you will work closely with research leaders, physicians, scientists, and external partners to identify and promote impactful research stories. Your writing will make complex science accessible to a broad audience, from donors and policymakers to media and the public.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Content Development
- Lead strategy, development, and implementation of research-related communications and fundraising efforts.
- Write, edit, and manage publication timelines for news releases, blogs, articles, and social media content.
- Develop creative ways to promote research to external audiences across multiple platforms.
- Manage research content on Texas Children’s websites and social media channels.
Relationship Building
- Serve as the primary point of contact for research communications across the organization.
- Build strong partnerships with internal leaders, physicians, scientists, and external collaborators.
- Coordinate with Baylor College of Medicine and other institutions to ensure cohesive coverage of research stories.
Communications Expertise
- Provide guidance to researchers and staff on effective science communications.
- Identify emerging channels and trends to promote biomedical research.
- Monitor peer institutions and apply best practices to strengthen Texas Children’s communications efforts.
Faculty Support & Metrics
- Support faculty advancement programs with editing, content development, and presentation materials.
- Develop and track performance metrics to measure communications impact.
- Maintain organized records, templates, and materials to streamline communications processes.
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong understanding of biomedical and clinical research.
- Proven ability to translate complex scientific concepts into accessible, engaging communications.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and organizational skills with the ability to meet multiple deadlines.
- Experience with philanthropy communications and donor-focused messaging.
- Skilled in web content management systems, social media management, and tools such as Adobe Photoshop, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
- Collaborative and relationship-driven communication style with experience engaging senior leaders, scientists, and external stakeholders.
Qualifications
- (Required – one of the following):
- Master’s degree in Journalism, Communications, English, Biology, Chemistry, Law, or related field
- Ph.D. in Journalism, Communications, English, Biology, Chemistry, Law, or related field
- Juris Doctor (JD)
- Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in health care, technical, or biomedical research communications required
- Demonstrated body of work in science or research communications preferred.
Company
Since 1954, Texas Children’s has been leading the charge in patient care, education and research to accelerate health care for children and women around the world. When you love what you do, it truly shows in the smiles of our patient families, employees and our numerous accolades such as being consistently ranked as the best children’s hospital in Texas, and among the top in the nation by U.S. News & World Report as well as recognition from Houston Business Journal as one of this city’s Best Places to Work for ten consecutive years.
Texas Children’s comprehensive health care network includes our primary hospital in the Texas Medical Center with expertise in over 40 pediatric subspecialties; the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute (NRI); the Feigin Tower for pediatric research; Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women, a comprehensive obstetrics/gynecology facility focusing on high-risk births; Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus, a community hospital in suburban West Houston; Texas Children’s Hospital The Woodlands, the first hospital devoted to children’s care for communities north of Houston; and Texas Children’s Hospital North Austin, the new state-of-the-art facility providing world-class pediatric and maternal care to Austin and Central Texas families. We have also created Texas Children’s Health Plan, the nation’s first HMO focused on children; Texas Children’s Pediatrics, the largest pediatric primary care network in the country; Texas Children’s Urgent Care clinics that specialize in after-hours care tailored specifically for children; and a global health program that is channeling care to children and women all over the world. Texas Children’s Hospital is affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine, one of the largest, most diverse and successful pediatric programs in the nation.
To join our community of 15,000+ dedicated team members, visit texaschildrenspeople.org for career opportunities.
Texas Children’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children's without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
