Company Description
Aspartic is a nonprofit currently filing for incorporation, dedicated to making hard science easy. Our mission is to translate advanced STEM research into accessible, accurate, and engaging content for learners, students, and the curious public. We are a small but growing team of volunteers building a lasting platform for science communication.
Role Description
We are seeking Science Contributors (Volunteer) who are passionate about science and eager to share their expertise. This is a flexible role—contributors can choose to write as many or as few articles as they wish. Articles will focus on transforming advanced, specialized material (graduate-level textbooks, peer-reviewed papers, and cutting-edge research) into engaging, clear, and accurate content for broader audiences.
Difficulty Levels
Aspartic uses a 1–5 scale to classify material:
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Entry level (general public, no science background)
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High school level
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Undergraduate level
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Graduate level (master’s, advanced coursework)
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Expert level (PhD, specialized research, cutting-edge findings)
Contributors focus primarily on Level 4 and Level 5 content—tackling complex concepts and recent research while making them understandable without losing accuracy.
Qualifications
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Master’s degree in a STEM field (PhD preferred)
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Ability to read and synthesize graduate-level textbooks and academic papers
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Strong writing skills and interest in science communication
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Passion for sharing science with a curious audience
Ideal For
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Graduate students, postdocs, or early-career scientists building their portfolio
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Experienced professionals passionate about education and outreach
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Anyone who enjoys breaking down complex ideas and inspiring others
Why Join Us
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Flexible commitment—write as much or as little as you’d like
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Contribute to a growing science communication platform
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Strengthen your resume or CV with science writing and outreach experience
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Join a passionate community working to make science more open, clear, and exciting
Interested? Apply or send your resume to founder@aspartic.org