UWorld is seeking a Content Developer with subject matter expertise in Biochemistry to join our growing organization. The Content Developer will work closely with an onsite team of fellow chemists and contribute to our web-based MCAT Question Bank and related projects. This is a great opportunity to partner with some of the brightest minds in education within a collaborative environment and continue to shape UWorld's success story.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum education required:

• Master’s degree in Biochemistry, Biological Chemistry, or other related field required; PhD preferred
• Undergraduate/Graduate GPA of 3.6 or higher

Minimum experience required:

• Strong scientific writing background

• Research experience in Biochemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Biomedical Chemistry, Biophysical Chemistry, or any other field of chemistry related to biology or medicine (2+ years)
• Biochemistry teaching experience at the undergraduate/graduate level (2+ years)

Required skills:

• Passion for education and learning
• Effective problem-solving skills and acute attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to think strategically and analytically and execute conceptual ideas into a finished product while meeting deadlines
• Proven history of working independently while operating within a team environment
• Ability to provide, receive, and respond to feedback positively
• Ability to adapt quickly, brainstorm, multi-task, and collaborate in a team setting
• Proficient in MS Office/working knowledge of IT
• Proven ability to write high-quality MCAT-level questions and rationales

Job responsibilities: Reports to the MCAT Chemistry Curriculum Manager, developing written and/or video content for the online MCAT Question Bank and the MCAT Biochemistry prep book.

(45%) New content production

• Writes MCAT Biochemistry passages and questions with comprehensive rationales
• Helps to maintain and develop content to accompany the MCAT Biochemistry prep book
• Works closely with editing and scientific illustration teams to create exceptional content that adheres to UWorld standards

• Applies knowledge that reflects standardized exam content and practices for generation of test questions
• Collaborates with management and team members during peak periods of new content development to ensure goals and deadlines are met

(45%) Content revision and quality control

• Uses constructive feedback to validate the accuracy and relevance of content developed by other team members

• Participates in ongoing performance evaluation of current test items in the question bank

• Responds quickly to address user feedback and makes necessary edits to question bank content

• Collaborates with management and team members during peak periods of content revision to ensure that all deadlines are met

(10%) Technical content management

• Communicates effectively with quality assurance team to resolve technical issues related to content in a timely manner
• Works with IT and other support teams to troubleshoot exam development issues that may arise
• Recognizes and champions the integrity and security of question bank content and proprietary assets

Ready to make an impact in the world of education? Apply today and become a part of UWorld’s mission to make hard things easy to understand!