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KBR is seeking a Science Journalist to join its Communications and Outreach (C&O) team on the Technical Support Services Contract (TSSC) at the United States Geological Survey (USGS) Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center, located near Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Develop and execute story ideas, including conducting interviews and producing engaging bi-weekly podcasts with EROS scientists, USGS staff, and other subject-matter experts.

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! Around here, we define the future. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. We all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely by supporting the science that informs decision makers and protects Earth.*** To be considered, candidates must have previous 3 years of U.S. residency.This position is offered as an on-site/hybrid role, with the expectation that the selected candidate will work in the office at least two days per week.Requirements:<ul><li>Education: BA in Mass Communications, Journalism, Remote Sensing, Geography, or closely related discipline</li><li>Experience: 5+ years recent and relevant experience</li></ul>KBR is seeking a Science Journalist to join its Communications and Outreach (C&O) team on the Technical Support Services Contract (TSSC) at the United States Geological Survey (USGS) Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center, located near Sioux Falls, South Dakota.We’re looking for a curious, passionate and creative storyteller who thrives at the intersection of science and communication. The ideal candidate can explain complex ideas with clarity and highlight why the science matters for all audiences. At EROS, you’ll share stories that have real, everyday impact.Essential Job Functions:<ul><li>Craft compelling content—articles, headlines, and social media posts—that enhance public understanding of the USGS Landsat Program and its science at EROS.</li><li>Develop and execute story ideas, including conducting interviews and producing engaging bi-weekly podcasts with EROS scientists, USGS staff, and other subject-matter experts.</li><li>Collaborate across teams, working closely with subject matter experts, leadership, and team members to create maximum reach and impact.</li><li>Provide peer review and editorial support for EROS authors and teammates to ensure clarity, accuracy, and quality every time.</li><li>Foster strong relationships with EROS Center staff to identify story opportunities and support communication goals.</li><li>Contribute to special projects, including the development of learning materials and special initiatives.</li></ul>Education & Experience<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications, Journalism, Remote Sensing, Geography, or a closely related field.</li><li>Minimum of 5 years of recent, relevant professional experience in journalism, science communication, or a related field.</li></ul>Technical Skills<ul><li>Exceptional writing, editing, and fact-checking abilities.</li><li>Demonstrated professional writing experience, preferably in science, health, or technology.</li><li>Strong research and interviewing skills.</li><li>Understanding of multimedia storytelling and data visualization.</li><li>Experience editing and publishing content via a content management system.</li><li>Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul>Professional Attributes<ul><li>Clear, effective, and professional communicator.</li><li>Self-motivated, with a strong curiosity to learn and convey the value of EROS science.</li></ul>Bonus Skills<ul><li>Advanced degree/training in journalism, science communications, or a scientific discipline.</li><li>Audio editing experience, however, we will provide training.</li><li>Knowledge of GIS techniques, remote sensing principles, and related science applications</li></ul>The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation after hire but before starting work to obtain a badge for facility access and user accounts.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>Threeyears of continuous residency in the U.S. for issuance of a Government Security credential</li><li>The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation after hire to obtain a badge for government facility access and user account</li></ul>Experience and/or Education in lieu of these qualifications will be reviewed for applicability to meet these requirements.KBR partners with several other companies to fulfill its requirements as a government contractor. The selected subcontracting companies align their benefits as closely as possible to those above.KBR Benefits?KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.?Click here to learn more: <a href="https://careers.kbr.com/us/en/kbr-benefits?" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank" title="">KBR Benefits</a> #hc235989

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Testing can be performed outside normal operating hours without direct on-site supervision, however, the director must be accessible for consultation by telephone or electronic means, and one of these individuals must review and co-sign all test results during the next regular shift. Each individual performing moderate complexity testing must: Follow the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results.

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About Center for Family Medicine:At CFM it starts with the best care. We pride ourselves on delivering the most up to date medical treatments while treating every patient with kindness and respect. We also offer a wide array of convenient and helpful services. From the baby of your family to your eldest member, we make sure you’ll always feel good about visiting the Center For Family Medicine. As the home to the Sioux Falls Family Medicine Residency program, our clinic offers a varying patient population, a focus on education and teaching, and an emphasis on whole-patient care with the personal touch.Position Description:We are looking for part-time laboratory generalist to perform laboratory analysis in a physician's office lab. Must have good interpersonal skills to work in a teaching environment. Attention to detail and the ability to multitask are essential in this full spectrum physician’s office laboratory.Each individual performing moderate complexity testing must:<ul><li>Follow the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results.</li><li>Maintain records that demonstrates proficiency-testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.</li><li>Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control policies; document all QC activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed.</li><li>Follow the laboratory’s corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance.</li><li>Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the directory.</li><li>Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.</li><li>Education of resident longitudinally and during the Lab Medicine rotation.</li><li>Each individual performing moderate complexity testing that does not have an associate degree or equivalent must perform moderate complexity testing only under the direct supervision of a general supervisor. Testing can be performed outside normal operating hours without direct on-site supervision, however, the director must be accessible for consultation by telephone or electronic means, and one of these individuals must review and co-sign all test results during the next regular shift.</li><li>Each individual performing moderate complexity testing that does not have associate degree or equivalent must go through a training session on the job that will verify the employee’s ability to do A. through F. above.</li></ul>Pay: Starting at $22.25/hr (depending on experience)Benefits: This is a clinic position with no nights or weekends. Center for Family Medicine offers a very competitive benefits package for full-time employees. This includes health, dental, vision, life and supplemental insurances; retirement plans, paid time off and other perks.Work/Life Balance: Center for Family Medicine recognizes that our staff have lives outside of work. This position will not have to work any nights, weekends, or holidays. With paid vacation time, employees are afforded the option to spend time enjoying activities outside of the office. We also plan company sponsored fun activities to ensure we get to know our co-workers on a more personal level. CFM also makes a commitment to support charity work and volunteer time!Skills/Qualifications:<ul><li>Minimum Associates degree in Laboratory Science</li><li>Certification as Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) from the ASCP.</li></ul> #hc226995

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