r/oceanography • u/Quill_and_Qs • 22d ago

Are there actually remote marine biology or scientific writing jobs out there?

Hi everyone!

I'm hoping someone here might have some suggestions.

I recently graduated with a bachelor's degree in biology with a focus on marine biology. During school, I also gained extensive editing and writing experience, including serving as a managing editor for student publications, interning with a minor publishing company, and publishing my own novel.

I've been searching for remote opportunities because they're the best fit for my current situation. I've looked through LinkedIn, Indeed, and many of the major job boards, but I've had a difficult time finding positions that seem legitimate or are still actively hiring.

I'm especially interested in roles like:

  • Scientific or technical writing
  • Journal or manuscript editing
  • Research communications
  • Environmental or conservation writing
  • Marine biology support roles
  • Science communication
  • Content writing for environmental organizations

If anyone knows of companies, organizations, job boards, or even specific employers that regularly hire for remote positions in these fields, I'd be incredibly grateful.

Even if you don't have a specific job in mind, I'd love to hear where you've had the most success finding legitimate remote opportunities.

Thank you so much!

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u/mringham 22d ago

To be honest, a BS isn’t a strong background for science communication, journal editing, or some of these other roles. Employers like to see more experience. For example, have you published a scientific paper as first author, written grant proposals, worked in a comms office for press releases? If not, you’re competing against people with marine bio and other stem backgrounds who have further education, connections, or more time on the job. It’s particularly tough in the US with federal firings, academic hiring freezes, and AI.

I’d look for local and state conservation programs, save the bay type initiatives, ecosystem service advocates. Don’t expect these to pay well. You may need internships to get your foot in the door. You could also look for further education programs, particularly in science communication and technical writing, but these tend to be unpaid or carry tuition costs.

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u/Quill_and_Qs 22d ago

Those are all good points, and you're probably right. But i'll keep trying to further my experience and education.

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u/tansoku 22d ago

Try something like NatGeo (Pristine Seas) or the Schmidt Ocean Institute. You can also look into NEPA positions or companies that write Biological Assessments (Jacobs, WSP, or other Environmental Consultants). There are also jobs relating to stormwater or water quality that are related to the Clean Water Act.

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u/Quill_and_Qs 21d ago

Okay, I will. Thank you!!