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Novavax, Inc (Nasdaq:NVAX) is a biotechnology company that creates transformational vaccines that address some of the world's most pressing infectious diseases. We have more than a decade of experience contending with some of the world's most devastating diseases, including COVID-19, seasonal influenza, RSV, Ebola, MERS, and SARS. Hard-won lessons and significant advances illustrate that our proven technology has tremendous potential to make a substantial contribution to public health worldwide.

Our scientists are committed to developing vaccine candidates for some of the world's toughest viral threats by utilizing the power of our innovative recombinant nanoparticle vaccine platform. Our vaccine technology combines the power and speed of genetic engineering with the immunogenicity enhancing properties of our Matrix-M adjuvant to efficiently produce highly immunogenic particles targeting some of the most pressing viral infectious diseases.

Novavax, Inc. is headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland with additional facilities in Uppsala, Sweden and Bohumil, Czech Republic.

Job Summary Scientific Technical Writer is responsible for writing technical reports about preclinical studies, assisting with preparation and submission of scientific manuscripts, and working with the team to advance internal and external communication about vaccine candidates in the Discovery Department. The individual will be a hands-on contributor and will play a key role in documenting results of preclinical studies for regulatory submissions and publications. The candidate is expected to be highly self-motivated, well organized, proficient in written and oral communication, and a reliable teammate. This position is remote with the option to work on-site (Gaithersburg, MD) if desired, and reports to the Lead Scientific Technical Writer, Vaccine Development.

Essential Functions

• Write and edit technical reports describing results of preclinical studies and assays
• Write, edit, and submit scientific manuscripts about preclinical studies and vaccine development research
• Analyze data and present results graphically
• Participate in discussions about how to present data for publication
• Collaborate with Discovery scientists and colleagues from other departments including Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Development, and Program Management
• Participate in regular progress-tracking meetings to ensure the team, department, and company are meeting critical milestones

Supervisory Responsibilities None

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)

* Proficiency with data analysis and visualization (Graphpad Prism preferred)

* Excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational skills, and time management skills

Education, Experience, Licenses & Certifications

* B.S. in Biological Sciences with 4+ years of experience in scientific communication, OR advanced degree in Biological Sciences or Scientific Communication with 2+ years of experience in scientific communication

* Experience writing and/or editing technical documents and manuscripts about biological science topics (fields such as immunology, vaccines, biologics, and infectious disease preferred)

* Experience preparing scientific manuscripts for publication, including writing, editing, and submission for peer review

Novavax offers a base salary, annual bonus, equity grants, professional career development/growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Rx, STD, LTD, Life, Optional Life, 401(k) plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Novavax is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment and advancement opportunities are available to all individuals on an at-will basis, regardless of their race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, protective hairstyle, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Except where prohibited by applicable state law, this position requires that you be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless you need a reasonable accommodation or qualify for an exemption.