GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Looking for Senior Technical Writer/Editor (MPH/Public Health) at Silver Spring, Maryland Full Time

Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Senior Technical Editor/Writer, supporting the Armed Forces Health Surveillance Division (AFHSD) and their Medical Surveillance Monthly Report (MSMR). GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. Our work involves maintaining editorial and publications of the MSMR, including identification of topics for publication, related literature review and collaboration on development of analysis plans.

The AFHSD is the central medical surveillance and epidemiological resource for the U.S. Armed Forces. The MSMR, the AFHSD’s flagship publication, is a peer-reviewed journal launched in 1995. The MSMR provides estimates of the incidence, prevalence, distribution, impact, and trends of health-related conditions in service members and military associated populations. Modeled after the CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR), the MSMR is the primary vehicle for disseminating medical surveillance information of broad interest throughout the DoD.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Coordination of the internal and external review process for all MSMR manuscripts, including communication with reviewers; preparation of reviews for manuscript authors and receipt of author responses and revisions
• Proofing and editing of all MSMR manuscripts prior to publication
• Conducting thorough and comprehensive scientific and analytical reviews of new manuscript submissions to inform publication decisions
• Contribute as lead or co-author on public health surveillance articles regularly featured in MSMR
• Oversight of MSMR layout and coordination with graphic artist
• Communicating with MSMR editorial staff, external authors, and subject matter experts in coordinating/preparing the manuscripts for publication
• Collaborate with the editorial oversight and editorial board committees to identify topics for publication
• Work with epidemiologists and biostatisticians to develop analysis plans and manuscripts featuring original content for publication
• Conduct literature and policy reviews to support or inform key editorial discussions
• Prepare monthly issues for indexing to PubMed Central, to include XML files
• Maintain editorial and publication calendar and ensure that manuscript and MSMR deadlines are met
• Develop MSMR manuscripts including identification of topics for publication, related literature review, and collaboration on development of analysis plans

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Education: Master’s Degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or similar
• Required Experience: 5 + years of related experience preparing and editing technical reports and manuscripts; 5 + years of related experience in public health, health communication, or similar
• Required Technical Skills: Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Security Clearance Level: Must be clearable for a NACLC (T3); Active secret clearance preferred
• Required Skills and Abilities: Must be able to communicate and coordinate effectively in a multidisciplinary team; Must be able to meet recurring and frequent deadlines and manage publication timelines
• Preferred Skills: Experience in writing or editing manuscripts for publication in peer reviewed medical journals; Experience with American Medical Association (AMA) Manual of Style
• Location: Hybrid – Silver Spring, MD (2 days onsite)
• US Citizenship Required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

Work Requirements

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Years of Experience
5 + years of related experience

may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

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Certification

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Travel Required
None

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Citizenship
U.S. Citizenship Required

About Our Work

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.