Drimva

Thorlabs

Science Writer II

$74K–$94K

Newton, New Jersey · Full-time · Posted Mar 6, 2026

Experience
3+ years of prior photonics hands-on laboratory experience; alternatively, a bachelor’s degree plus 3-5 years of equivalent work experience for the education requirement.
Education
Advanced degree in Physics, Optics, Lasers, or a closely related field, or a bachelor’s degree plus 3-5 years of equivalent work experience.

About the job

Creates technical presentations, application imagery, and marketing content that explain Thorlabs photonics products and improve customers’ website buying experience.

What you'll do

  • Develop and manage technical content for product launches, website updates, and other marketing initiatives.
  • Propose website organization and usability improvements, including tools that support customer purchasing decisions.
  • Coordinate with engineers and creative teams, and create application examples that show how products are used in laboratory settings.

What they ask for

  • 3+ years of prior photonics hands-on laboratory experience.
  • Advanced degree in Physics, Optics, Lasers, or a closely related field, or a bachelor’s degree plus 3-5 years of equivalent work experience.
  • Excellent writing and presentation skills in English.
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, planning, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.

Pay

$ 74,400 - $ 94,300 annually (currency not stated; pay type not specified)

Tools

D365

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