Science Writer - Internal Medicine, Cardiology

Virginia Commonwealth University

1 day ago

Richmond, Virginia — HybridSalary Range: $55,000 - $101,900Full TimeCardiology

✓ No Call✓ No Weekends

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Job Description

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible

This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.

About the Role

Join Virginia Commonwealth University as a Science Writer – Cardiology Research in United States. Advertising Summary: Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU’s sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support the development of competitive research proposals for federal NIH (including NCI, NHLBI, and other federal agencies) and PCORI organizations, for investigator

initiated industry sponsored proposals, as well as other non

profit sponsors such as American Heart Association and local philanthropic organizations.

Assist with written materials to support requests to city, state, and federal governments for funding of clinical, education/training and research initiatives

Requirements

Create high

quality scientific graphics, figures, and visual schematics for grant proposals and manuscripts.

Translate complex scientific concepts into clear, compelling visual representations that strengthen proposal clarity and impact.

Advise faculty on the appropriateness of specific funding mechanisms (e. g., R01, R21, PPG, PCORI, K awards etc.) relative to their research scope, career stage, and scientific aims.

Benefits & Compensation

Salary: $55,000 - $101,900

PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Hybrid position - combination of remote and on-site.

This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Virginia Commonwealth University in United States.

Key Skills

Scientific writingGrant proposal developmentNIH funding mechanismsTechnical writingScientific graphicsAdobe IllustratorBioRenderResearch protocolsStandard operating proceduresData sharing plansStrategic guidanceBiomedical researchRegulatory complianceProject managementEditingScientific literacy

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Science Writer - Internal Medicine, Cardiology at Virginia Commonwealth University a 4.8 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Cardiology physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, remote work flexibility.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

Cardiology — Physician Career Context

This Cardiology position at Virginia Commonwealth University is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Cardiology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $440k, with the typical range spanning $340k to $600k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Remote physician positions in Cardiology have grown significantly in recent years, offering clinicians the ability to maintain a full patient panel without geographic constraints or commute-related burnout.

Compensation Analysis

Virginia Commonwealth University lists compensation for this physician position at $55k to $102k annually.

This is approximately 82% below the national median for Cardiology professionals, which is around $440k.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

Location & Logistics

This is a fully remote physician position. Remote clinicians can practice from any state where they hold an active license, eliminating commute time and offering maximum schedule flexibility. Many remote healthcare positions also allow providers to establish a more sustainable long-term practice pattern.

Why This Position Stands Out

No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
Fully remote — work from anywhere with an active license
Transparent compensation ($55k–$102k)
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Scientific writing, Grant proposal development, NIH funding mechanisms, Technical writing, Scientific graphics, Adobe Illustrator, BioRender, Research protocols. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Cardiology role.

Core responsibilities: The Science Writer will lead the development of competitive federal and non-profit research proposals, including drafting narratives and coordinating proposal components. Additionally, the role involves creating scientific visual content and developing research protocols, manuals of operation, and s...

Benefits package: Comprehensive Health Benefits, Paid Annual Leave, Holiday Leave, Tuition Benefits, Retirement Planning, Savings Options, Tax-Deferred Annuity, Cash Match Programs. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

About WeekdayDoc

WeekdayDoc is the only healthcare job board that scores every position for burnout risk and work-life balance. Every listing includes a proprietary burnout score, transparent salary data when available, and lifestyle filters for no-call, no-weekends, and remote positions. Browse more Cardiology physician jobs on WeekdayDoc to compare work-life balance scores and compensation across employers.