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London, United Kingdom
Published PhD scientist specialising in grant writing, journal manuscripts, and scientific content campaigns for biotech, pharma, and medtech companies. If you need scientific writing that is genuinely engaging, accurate, and gets results, that is what I do. No AI. No filler. ๐จ๐ฝ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ธ'๐ #๐ญ-๐ฅ๐ฎ๐๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐ฆ๐ฐ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ถ๐ณ๐ถ๐ฐ ๐ช๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ: ๐ญ๐ฌ๐ฑ+ ๐ณ๐ถ๐๐ฒ-๐๐๐ฎ๐ฟ ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ท๐ฒ๐ฐ๐๐. ๐ญ๐ฌ๐ฌ% ๐ท๐ผ๐ฏ ๐๐๐ฐ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐๐ ๐๐ฐ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฒ. ๐ง๐ผ๐ฝ ๐ญ% ๐๐ ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐-๐ฉ๐ฒ๐๐๐ฒ๐ฑ. I am a working scientist, not just a writer. I hold a PhD from the Francis Crick Institute / UCL, have published in Nature Communications and Science Advances, and have hands-on industry experience at Amgen, hVIVO, and in clinical research. I know the field I am writing about because I have worked in it, and that difference shows in the output. I work exclusively with clients where I can add genuine scientific value. That means every project gets first-hand expertise, not keyword stuffing or AI-generated filler dressed up as expert content. โญโญโญโญโญ "Dan Sheridan is the consummate professional and his work products are excellent. Really one of the finest technical writers I've had the privilege of working with." - Terry Peckham, Head of Global Marketing, Mettler-Toledo Rainin โญโญโญโญโญ "Dan & Co-Labb has been a great resource for us. They quickly understand what's needed and deliver clear, engaging content from complex material with minimal guidance. Working with Dan feels like collaborating with a knowledgeable partner who truly cares about the work." - Alexander Renziehausen, Head of Science and Clinical Office, Genomics England โญโญโญโญโญ "It's hard to believe you can find talent like Dan on this platform. He completely over-delivered on a scientifically complex project at the intersection of oncology and spatial transcriptomics. Documented, cited references and high-calibre writing." - Mateo Bueno, Founder, Brandmates ๐ช๐ต๐ฎ๐ ๐ ๐๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ถ๐ฎ๐น๐ถ๐๐ฒ ๐ถ๐ป: ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ป๐ ๐ช๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด - Scientific grant writing and strategy for biotech and life science companies seeking US federal funding. I have supported clients in securing over $35 million in SBIR and ARPA-H awards, developing the scientific narrative, specific aims, and technical sections that reviewers fund. ๐๐ผ๐๐ฟ๐ป๐ฎ๐น ๐ ๐ฎ๐ป๐๐๐ฐ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฝ๐ ๐ช๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด - End-to-end publication support from data analysis and figure generation through to peer review management and journal submission. I manage the publication for global clients including AstraZeneca, Johnson & Johnson, Roche, and Genomics England. My editorial network includes former editors at Springer Nature, which informs journal targeting and pre-submission strategy. ๐ฆ๐ฐ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ถ๐ณ๐ถ๐ฐ ๐๐ผ๐ฝ๐๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ธ๐ฒ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐๐ผ๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ป๐ - SEO blog articles, website copy, application notes, newsletters, and content campaigns for life science brands. My content has driven record organic traffic for clients and delivered engagement rates that outperform B2B benchmarks. ๐ช๐ต๐ถ๐๐ฒ ๐ฃ๐ฎ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ & ๐๐ฝ๐ฝ๐น๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐ก๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ - Authoritative long-form scientific assets that build credibility and generate leads. Produced for Cytiva, Genomics England, Mettler-Toledo Rainin, and others. ๐ง๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ต๐ป๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐น & ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐ด๐๐น๐ฎ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ ๐ช๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด - SOPs, clinical study reports, protocol development, IND/BLA support, INTERACT and Pre-IND submissions. ๐๐ป๐ฑ๐๐๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ ๐ ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ธ ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐: Oncology, Genomics and Precision Medicine, Dermatology and Aesthetics, Immunology, Neuroscience, Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, Drug Delivery and Formulation, Clinical Trials and CRO, Diagnostics and MedTech, Longevity and Health Supplements, Biobanking and Life Science Tools, Pharmaceuticals and Biopharma. I manage projects from start to finish with minimal input required from your side. Clear communication, deadlines always met, and work that reflects well on your brand. I am not a one-off hire. Several of my clients have worked with me continuously for four years or more, because when the quality is there, there is no reason to look elsewhere. Just check my reviews - I've never had a single disappointed client! Message me to receive my full portfolio and case studies, and follow me on LinkedIn for daily insights. ๐๐ป๐๐ถ๐๐ฒ ๐บ๐ฒ ๐๐ผ ๐๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐ท๐ผ๐ฏ ๐๐ผ ๐๐ฐ๐ต๐ฒ๐ฑ๐๐น๐ฒ ๐ฎ ๐ฐ๐ผ๐บ๐ฝ๐น๐ถ๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ ๐ฐ๐ผ๐ป๐๐๐น๐๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐น๐น ๐๐ผ ๐ฑ๐ถ๐๐ฐ๐๐๐ ๐๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ท๐ฒ๐ฐ๐. Dan Sheridan, PhD
- Scientific Writing
- Medical Report
- Technical Writing
- Editing & Proofreading
- Medical Writing
- Biotechnology
- Grant Writing
- Academic Writing
- Article Writing
- Copywriting
- White Paper
- Regulatory Compliance
- Blog Writing
- Website Content
- Website Copywriting
Osogbo, Nigeria
I am a Pharmacist who enjoys writing valuable health and medical content that educates and engages readers. I help your audience to break down the medical jargon and deliver articles that are heavy on facts and easy to grasp. I help health and wellness brands, digital health startups, pharma companies, clinics, and hospitals create content that does more than just fill up a page. It educates, engages, and converts. Perhaps you want to write for a medical audience, I can fill that role as well. I am a meticulous medical writer who likes assisting researchers, scientists, organizations and health professionals in getting accurate and error-free medical content. I write manuscripts, SOPs, projects, etc. Take a look at my portfolio, and letโs discuss how we can create something impactful together.
- Scientific Writing
- Health & Wellness
- Article Writing
- Health & Fitness
- Fact-Checking
- Content Writing
- Medical Writing
- Medical Editing
- Pharmaceuticals
- Patient Care
- SEO Writing
- Mental Health
Anthony, New Mexico
๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ฆ๐ข๐ ๐ฐ๐จ๐ซ๐ค ๐๐๐ฌ๐๐ซ๐ฏ๐๐ฌ ๐ฆ๐จ๐ซ๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐๐ง โ๐๐ฅ๐ฆ๐จ๐ฌ๐ญ ๐ฎ๐ง๐ข๐ช๐ฎ๐โ; ๐ข๐ญ ๐๐๐ฌ๐๐ซ๐ฏ๐๐ฌ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ, ๐จ๐ซ๐ข๐ ๐ข๐ง๐๐ฅ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ, ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐๐ซ๐๐๐ข๐๐ข๐ฅ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ. Iโm your 100% original insurance policy in a world of mediocre research. I donโt "wing it." I dive into the trenches of research to ensure every sentence is bulletproof, human-made, and strictly ethical. If youโre looking for writing that survives the strictest integrity gauntlets while you actually get some sleep, youโve found your person. As a versatile academic researcher and writer with extensive experience supporting diverse scholarly projects across disciplines. My expertise spans social sciences, education, behavioral studies, and other research-intensive fields, offering clients a unique combination of subject-matter flexibility, research accuracy, and academic clarity. With a foundation in sociology, I have a deep understanding of social systems, human behavior, and institutional dynamics. I hold a master's in educational psychology and a Ph.D. in behavioral science and human development, expanding my skills in cognitive development, learning theories, instructional design, and mixed-methods research. ๐๐๐๐ ๐ป๐๐๐ ๐ถ๐๐๐๐ก๐๐๐ ๐ด๐ข๐กโ๐๐๐ก๐๐, ๐ผ๐๐๐๐๐ก๐๐ข๐ ๐ด๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ก๐๐๐? Your academic work deserves more than generic or automated solutions. I deliver deeply researched, well-structured writing that reflects original thinking and careful scholarship. Every project I handle is thoughtfully crafted to meet your unique goals and academic expectations. ๐ฟ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐ ๐ป๐ข๐๐๐ ๐ธ๐ฅ๐๐๐๐ก ๐โ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ก๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ข๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐? I do not rely on AI or automated tools. My writing is the result of careful research, critical analysis, and a genuine commitment to your success. With years of experience working alongside students, researchers, and professionals from diverse fields, I customize my approach to fit your specific needs, style, and audience. ๐๐๐๐ก ๐๐๐๐ ๐โ๐๐ก ๐๐ก๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ข๐ก ๐๐๐ ๐ผ๐ก๐ ๐ผ๐๐ก๐๐๐๐๐ก๐ฆ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐? Expect nothing less than original, plagiarism-free work that strictly follows your required formatting and citation styles. I ensure your content is logically organized, persuasive, and academically rigorous, designed to impress instructors, committees, or readers. ๐๐๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐ก๐๐๐ ๐โ๐ ๐๐๐๐ข๐๐ ๐ท๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐ข๐๐๐๐ก๐ฆ ๐ธ๐๐ข๐๐๐๐ฆ? I understand the urgency behind academic deadlines and balance speed with uncompromising quality. You will have a reliable collaborator who communicates clearly and delivers consistently on time. ๐โ๐๐ก ๐ผ ๐๐๐๐๐ โข 100% human-crafted academic writing, editing, and proofreading. โข Refinement of theses, dissertations, and proposals. โข Literature reviews and data analysis made clear and practical. โข Tailored instructional design and curriculum creation. โข Manuscript formatting for smooth journal submission. โข Support for ESL and international students. โข Constructive feedback to sharpen your academic skills. ๐โ๐ฆ ๐ถ๐๐๐๐๐ก๐ ๐๐๐ข๐ ๐ก ๐๐๐ ๐ถโ๐๐๐ ๐ ๐๐ โ A versatile researcher and writer with broad interdisciplinary knowledge โ A client-centered approach that prioritizes your goals and vision โ Meticulous attention to detail in every aspect of writing and formatting โ Hundreds of successfully completed projects delivered with integrity and professionalism Among the many talented academic writers, I bring a commitment to delivering high-quality work with precision and expertise. Letโs work together to bring your project to life!
- Academic Writing
- Academic Research
- Thesis
- Editing & Proofreading
- Dissertation Writing
- Scientific Literature Review
- Content Writing
- Article Writing
- Academic Editing
- Research Papers
- Academic Proofreading
- Dissertation
- Letter Writing
- Coursework Assignment
- Thesis Writing
- Technical Writing
Lodz, Poland
I write screenplays, treatments, series bibles, and documentary scripts, and I design branching game narratives where player choices truly matter. My background in psychology and cognitive science helps me build characterโdriven stories with clear structure and a tight integration between narrative and gameplay.โ Games & Interactive โ Lead Writer & Narrative Designer on NEM: Recall (visual novel, release Feb 2026): characters, worldbuilding, story outlines, and serialized episode scripts.โ โ Writer & Narrative Designer for a fantasy visual novel: designed characters and plot, wrote dialogues, and implemented them in Unity Dialogue System in collaboration with art and game design teams.โ โ Freelance Narrative Designer on multiple titles: plot for a VR spaceโexploration demo, worldbuilding and lore for an Arabianโmythology ARPG, and worldbuilding for a fantasy TCG.โ Screenwriting & Documentary โ Screenplays, treatments, and series bibles for films and TV concepts. โ Documentary and YouTube scripts, combining narrative drive with clear exposition.โ โ Writer for Witcher School LARP: designed characters and backstories for an international liveโaction game.โ How I work โ Collaboration: used to working with directors, producers, and art/game design teams using Jira, ClickUp, Miro, and Git.โ โ Visual storytelling: I favor โshow, donโt tellโ, using actions, images, and visual metaphors rather than exposition.โ โ Structure: I treat stories as complex systems โ planned for clarity and consistency across longโform narratives.โ Training โ Story Masterclass at StoryAcademy (screenwriting for film & TV: feature script, series bible, pilot).โ โ Storylab.Pro oneโyear screenwriting course + writersโ room practice on a series bible and pilot.โ โ Narrative Designer course at SKVOT (characters, worldbuilding, dialogues, GDD).
- Creative Writing
- Ebook Writing
- Academic Writing
- Article Writing
- Review
- Scientific Literature Review
- Copywriting
- Video Game Writing
- Role-Playing Game Writing
- Narrative
Tbilisi, Georgia
Professional Illustrator specializing in Educational Illustration for textbooks, curriculum, and online courses. I create visuals for Biology, History and Archaeology, Literature, and Nature topics, helping explain complex ideas through clear visual storytelling. Expert in Procreate. I work with: - Educational publishers and curriculum developers - Online learning platforms - Nature and wildlife organizations - Book authors and writers - Private schools, universities, NGOs Types of projects I illustrate: - educational books and textbooks - curriculum illustrations - online course visuals - wildlife and bird illustrations - nature learning materials - field guides and educational posters Educational Illustrations: - Illustrations for educational courses - Visuals for online courses - Textbook, workbook, and worksheet illustrations - Complex illustrations supporting educational concepts (biology, world history, literature, archaeology) Scientific & Natural History Illustrations: - Birds, animals, insects, fish (accuracy supported by birdwatching experience) - Botanical illustrations (plants, flowers) - Ecosystems and renewable energy concepts - Minerals, gems, and other inanimate natural subjects Curriculum Illustration: - Experienced in creating engaging visuals for student workbooks, worksheets, textbooks, and complete curriculum designs, including educational resources and learning materials. Additional Illustration Services: - Nature & wildlife: wildlife and nature illustrations - Publishing & media: children's books, magazines, publications - Digital & presentations: presentations, social media content Tools & Skills: - Procreate illustrator (expert) - Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator - Keen eye for detail, composition, and color - Skilled at analyzing diverse styles and photo references - Quick learner, reliable for deadlines - Experienced in large team projects and long-term assignments - Project management tools: Asana, Slack, Notion Birdwatching (enhances wildlife illustration accuracy). As a birdwatcher and nature observer, I pay special attention to biological accuracy and species details, which is especially important for educational and scientific materials. I welcome new projects and proposalsโfeel free to contact me to discuss how I can help bring your educational and nature illustrations to life. Kind regards, Viktor.
- Scientific Illustration
- Illustration
- Procreate
- Wildlife Illustration
- Nature Illustration
- Biological Illustration
- Organic & Natural Style
- Botanical Illustration
- Animal Illustration
- Digital Illustration
- Educational Style
- Expert
- Book Illustration
- Educational
- Watercolor
- Digital Art
- Children's Book Illustration
Lahore, Pakistan
Hey, as editor and writer I have done works for serveral big platform papers suh as Scopus and Emerald. My masters thesis was about Jacques Derrida and German poetry. I am working now in collaboration with Zurich Institute of Applied Sciences. Critical theory and existentialist philosophy are my degree's majors. I transform complex ideas into compelling, rigorous writing. Whether you need a research paper qualifies academic checks, an engaging article, or some editorial content. I am here to deliver work that has impact. SO, WHAT DO I DO? I specialize in high-stakes writing where quality matters. My clients trust me with dissertations, peer-reviewed articles, policy briefs, and long-form journalism because my work doesn't just sound good, it ''means'' something. MY BACKGROUND? Masters of Philosophy in English Literature, with deep expertise in literary theory, existential philosophy, and critical analysis. I love being surrounded by subjects like Art and Humaities, Social Sciences, Business Administration, Managment, etc. I am a published writer, certified editor, and educator who has spent years teaching others how to think and write clearly. I have interviewed academics across continents, managed complex research projects, and worked with publications and academic journals. MY SPECIALITY? - Academic & Research Writing (dissertations, theses, conference papers, literature reviews) - Philosophical & Critical Analysis (essays, literary criticism, cultural commentary) - Long-form Journalism & Editorial Writing (articles, features, investigative pieces) - Professional Writing (policy briefs, reports, grant proposals) - Editing & Humanizing AI Content (making machine-written work sound authentically human) - Creative Writing (nonfiction, essays) - Copywriting, B2B writing, ghostwriting - Journalistic writing - Blog writing WHY WORK WITH ME? I do not simply write, I rather think. Every project gets my full attention. Check my reviews to see what past clients say about the quality, originality, and care I bring to every piece. Ready to discuss your project? Let us talk about what you need and why I am the right fit. BONUS SKILLS: I can be your outbound specialist (regarding lead generation). As a journalist, I had successfully brought around 50+ interviews, via net scraping and cold emailing, to the company within the time frame of more or less 1-2 months.
- Editing & Proofreading
- Academic Writing
- Business Writing
- Grant Proposal
- Editorial Writing
- Publishing
- Ghostwriting
- Creative Writing
- Literary Journalism
- Survey Design
- Philosophy
- Cultural & Ethnic Studies
- Commenting
- Literature Review
- Scientific Research
- AI Content Editing
- Book Review
- Writing Critique
- Formatting
- Beta Reading
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How to Hire Top Scientific Writers
How to hire scientific writers
Whether itโs a journal article, a research paper, or a science blog post, scientific writers know how to communicate information effectively to a science-literate audience.
So how do you hire scientific writers? What follows are some tips for finding top scientific writers on Upwork.
How to shortlist scientific writing professionals
As youโre browsing available scientific writing consultants, it can be helpful to develop a shortlist of the professionals you may want to interview. You can screen profiles on criteria such as:
- Subject matter fit. You want a scientific writer who understands the field of study you wish to create content for.
- Project experience. Screen candidate profiles for specific skills and experience (e.g., writing proposals to secure funding through research grants in the medical industry).
- Feedback. Check reviews from past clients for glowing testimonials or red flags that can tell you what itโs like to work with a particular scientific writer.
How to write an effective scientific writing job post
With a clear picture of your ideal scientific writer in mind, itโs time to write that job post. Although you donโt need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if theyโre the right fit for the project.
An effective scientific writing job post should include:
- Scope of work: From writing literature reviews to lab reports, list all the deliverables youโll need.
- Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project.
- Background: If you prefer experience with certain writing styles or subjects, mention this here.
- Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.
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Scientific Writers FAQs
Frequently asked questions
What is scientific writing?
Scientific writing is a style of academic writing designed to communicate scientific information to other scientists.
Hereโs a quick overview of the skills you should look for in scientific writing professionals:
- Scientific writing
- Academic writing
- Editing and proofreading
- Subject-matter expertise (e.g., medical science, chemistry, physics)
Why hire scientific writers?
The trick to finding top scientific writers is to identify your needs. Is your goal to provide content for a science blog? Or do you need a proposal writer to help you apply for an NSF (National Science Foundation) grant? The cost of your project will depend largely on your scope of work and the specific skills needed to bring your project to life.
How much does it cost to hire a scientific writer?
Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.
- An experienced scientific writer may command higher fees but also work faster, have more specialized areas of expertise, and deliver a higher-quality product.
- A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their scientific writing more competitively.
Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project.
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