Life Science Communications Fellowship – Fall 2025

Location: Remote, in the state of Michigan
Duration: 10–12 weeks
Commitment: 5–10 hours/week (starting Sept 8)
Hourly Wage: $35–$50/hour, commensurate with experience
Employment Type: Part-Time, Temporary (W-2 Fellowship)

Are you curious about how early-stage science and health innovations become scalable, fundable ventures? Join us as a Life Science Communications Fellow this fall to gain hands-on experience supporting startups and researchers navigating the innovation ecosystem.

Fellows will work closely with our team to support the Strategic Partnership Playbook, an initiative designed to help innovators strengthen funding proposals, sharpen communications, and build meaningful partnerships.

What You’ll Do:

Market Research & Analysis

Conduct secondary research for early-stage grant applications (e.g., SBIR, STTR)
Use university libraries, public databases, and reliable sources to uncover relevant insights
Participate in internal research training sessions

Science Communication

Learn to translate technical or scientific ideas into compelling content for public, funder, and stakeholder audiences
Support client projects by shaping messaging, pitch materials, and storytelling approaches
Attend a writing workshop focused on grant and lay audience communications

Visual Design & Communication

Use design tools to create compelling visual materials, including infographics, pitch decks, and report visuals
Apply tools like Canva and Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) to support clear and engaging science communication
Option to contribute to visual storytelling strategy and branding efforts

Ecosystem Mapping & Outreach

Identify and research 20+ regional companies and organizations in the innovation space
Conduct interviews or surveys to assess innovation challenges and assets
Analyze data and help compile findings into a regional ecosystem report

What You’ll Gain:

Real-world experience supporting science and health ventures
Exposure to key players in the regional innovation ecosystem
Training in market research, science writing, and visual design for scientific content
Opportunities to build your portfolio with high-impact, client-facing work

Ideal Candidate:

Interested in life sciences, healthcare innovation, entrepreneurship, or science communication
Strong writing and/or visual design skills, with attention to detail
Comfortable working independently and collaborating in small teams
Familiarity with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar platforms is a plus
Experience with research, communications, or startups is welcome, but not required

Eligibility:

Must be attending or recently graduated from an accredited 2- or 4-year college or university in Michigan, or reside in the state
Eligible to work in the U.S. under a W-2 employment arrangement

Apply here: https://bit.ly/4lRsn1m

Life Science Communications Fellowship- Fall 2025