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Scientific Communications/ Technical Writer (Technology Transfer)
Axle · Rockville, MD · Active · $80,000–$90,000 / year · Greenhouse
Job facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company | Axle |
| Title | Scientific Communications/ Technical Writer (Technology Transfer) |
| Normalized title | - |
| Department / team | Professional Services |
| Location | Rockville, MD, United States |
| Work model | - |
| Employment type | - |
| Salary | $80,000–$90,000 / year |
| Status | active |
| ATS provider | Greenhouse |
| Posted / first seen | 2026-04-28 / 2026-06-17 |
| Changed / last seen | 2026-06-17 / 2026-06-21 |
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Description
(ID: 2026-1488)
Axle is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research, biomedical informatics, and data science applications to research centers and healthcare organizations around the globe. With experts in biomedical science, software engineering, and program management, we focus on developing and applying research tools and techniques to empower decision-making and accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Benefits:
100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
Paid Time Off (Including Holidays)
Employee Referral Bonus
401K Match
Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
Flexible Spending Accounts:
Healthcare (FSA)
Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)
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Overview
Axle is seeking a Scientific Communications & Technology Transfer Writer . This role focuses on translating complex biomedical research, scientific discoveries, and technology transfer activities into clear, engaging, and business-friendly communications for external audiences. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between scientific innovation and commercialization by developing content that supports technology marketing, licensing, partnering, stakeholder engagement, and technology transfer initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Translate complex scientific, biomedical, and technical information into clear, concise, plain-language content for non-scientific, business, licensing, partnering, stakeholder, and public audiences.
Develop technology summaries, commercialization success stories, marketing abstracts, and partnership-focused materials to support licensing and technology transfer activities.
Write and edit content for:
Newsletters
Annual reports
Website content
Technology transfer success stories
Partnership and commercialization materials
Stakeholder communications
Create external-facing communications materials, including:
PowerPoint presentations and executive briefings
One-page summaries and fact sheets
Posters and conference materials
Figures, tables, graphics, and visual content
Web and digital communications
Develop compelling technology transfer narratives that position innovations for industry, licensing, commercialization, and strategic partnerships.
Collaborate with scientists, inventors, technology transfer professionals, licensing specialists, and communications teams to gather and synthesize information.
Assist in preparing:
Award nominations
Technology transfer success stories
Reports and briefing materials
Background research and reference documents
Support development of outreach materials for meetings, conferences, partnership events, websites, and technology transfer initiatives.
Work independently to manage communications projects from concept to final deliverable while meeting deadlines and maintaining high quality standards.
Required Qualifications
Candidates must submit 2–3 writing samples demonstrating the ability to translate complex scientific or technical concepts into clear, plain-language content for non-scientific, business, stakeholder, licensing, commercialization, or public audiences.
Technical manuscripts, academic publications, dissertations, or journal articles alone will not satisfy this requirement.
Master's degree in Biology, Life Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health, Science Communications, or a related field.
Minimum 2 years of experience in scientific communications, technical writing, or science communications for external audiences.
Minimum 2 years of experience supporting technology transfer, commercialization, licensing, business development, innovation, or scientific outreach activities.
Demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific concepts into clear, engaging content for non-technical audiences.
Experience producing external-facing materials such as:
Technology summaries
Commercialization success stories
Newsletters
Annual reports
Website content
Stakeholder communications
Experience creating or supporting visual communications products including PowerPoint presentations, posters, figures, graphics, or infographics.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with scientists, inventors, subject matter experts, and technology transfer professionals.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Familiarity with collaboration tools (e.g., SharePoint, Teams).
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting technology transfer offices, licensing programs, commercialization efforts, or innovation-focused organizations.
Experience writing for industry, business development, licensing, partnering, or external stakeholder audiences.
Familiarity with NIH, NIAID, TTIPO, or federal research environments.
Experience preparing award nominations, recognition packages, or technology transfer accomplishment materials.
Experience with web-based content, digital communications, newsletters, or social media outreach.
Ability to develop visually engaging content, including presentations, graphics, figures, infographics, and conference materials.
Knowledge of intellectual property, licensing, commercialization, or technology transfer processes.
The diversity of Axle’s employees is a tremendous asset. We are firmly committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will not tolerate any illegal discrimination or harassment-based age, race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, status with respect to public assistance, and other characteristics protected under state, federal, or local law and to deter those who aid, abet, or induce discrimination or coerce others to discriminate.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact: [email protected]
Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individual’s assigned to this position or job description. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills, responsibilities, duties, and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position, job description or responsibilities as needed.
This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location.
Salary Range $80,000 — $90,000 USD
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