Nature’s science careers section, Naturejobs, is seeking a part-time Europe-based retained correspondent to contribute news and feature stories. Candidates should have at least three years experience writing and reporting about science, science policy, higher education and/or non-traditional science careers. He or she should have an eye for European science-policy-related career stories and an aptitude for service journalism that offers practical guidance on job-seeking, grants, publication, and other career issues.

Some science education (bachelor degree or higher) is preferred. Journalism training (masters degree or higher) is also a plus. The writer will contribute at least 12,000 words of copy over the course of the year, and will be paid an annual retainer fee, in addition to payments for each story (which will be based on an agreed-upon per-word rate).

Please send cover letter, resume, and 3-4 clips to Gene Russo at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Please write “retained correspondent” in the subject line.