Media Training Specialist

The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) seeks a Media Training Specialist to join the SciLine department.

SciLine - a free service for journalists and scientists that aims to get more research-backed evidence into news stories - seeks a bilingual Media Training Specialist to help expand the organization's training program for scientists and journalists to reach new and broader audiences - including content creators, Spanish-speaking journalists, and scientist-communicators. The successful candidate will be fluent in both English and Spanish, experienced in communicating about science with general audiences, and familiar with social media platforms and content creator spaces. This position is full-time, and can be either fully remote, or hybrid - with the option to work out of our Washington, D.C., office. The role reports to SciLine's Training Director and requires regular domestic travel.

SciLine welcomes applicants with nontraditional career paths. If you do not meet the exact requirements outlined here, we encourage you to explain in a cover letter why you'd be uniquely suited to this role.

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What You'll Do

• Deliver in-person and virtual trainings for scientists on media engagement and public communication, and for journalists on how to accurately include science in their reporting.
• Lead the adaptation and delivery of SciLine media trainings in Spanish.
• Collaborate on the development of new training modules and topics, including for content creators and scientists interested in joining the content creator space.
• Help keep SciLine up-to-date on the latest research in the science of science communication, science communication training, and teaching best practices.
• Represent SciLine and connect with potential users of our trainings at meetings and professional conferences.
• Be cross-trained in delivery of SciLine's other main services and serve as occasional backup for colleagues working in those areas.

Minimum Requirements

• A master's degree in a scientific field, including the social sciences, or equivalent professional experience and training.
• Fluency in Spanish and English.
• Experience in science communication training is preferred; experience communicating science with general audiences is a must.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and the content creator ecosystem.
• Familiarity with how journalists work and the process of journalism.
• Willingness and ability to travel.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Application Process

Submit a resume and cover letter outlining qualifications and interest in the position by April 2, 2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. A Recruiter will contact you with next steps if you are selected for an interview.

The anticipated initial rate of compensation for this position is $90,000 - $95,000 per year. AAAS currently provides the following benefits for this position: paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, flexible spending account, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement benefits, short- and long-term disability, each subject to the terms of the applicable program. Additional benefits may apply.

Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of AAAS and will be based on a variety of factors, including years of experience, depth of experience, and other relevant factors. AAAS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time.

AAAS is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category. AAAS uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

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