I'm a science writer, science communicator and coach with a PhD in Molecular Microbiology. I help researchers translate complex discoveries into engaging stories, educational content and accessible formats such as blogs, newsletters, social media and websites. I collaborate with industry partners and mentor scientists in effective science communication. I love turning science into compelling narratives that inform, inspire and educate a broad audience.…

Sarah Wettstadt

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I'm a science writer, science communicator and coach with a PhD in Molecular Microbiology. I help researchers translate complex discoveries into engaging stories, educational content and accessible formats such as blogs, newsletters, social media and websites. I collaborate with industry partners and mentor scientists in effective science communication. I love turning science into compelling narratives that inform, inspire and educate a broad audience.…

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I’m a science writer, science communicator and coach with a PhD in Molecular Microbiology. I help researchers translate complex discoveries into engaging stories, educational content and accessible formats such as blogs, newsletters, social media and websites.

I collaborate with industry partners and mentor scientists in effective science communication. I love turning science into compelling narratives that inform, inspire and educate a broad audience.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Science writer, communicator and coach at Self-employed (Spain)
January 1, 2025 - Present
Science writing, communication strategy and coaching for researchers and organizations; developing content across websites, blogs, social media.
Science communication manager at Scientific Panel for Responsible Plant Nutrition (SPRPN)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Co-develop Educative Campus; Mentoring science communication interns; editing LinkedIn Newsletter; strategy for science communication.
Freelance content writer and scientific consultant at QIAGEN
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Crafted content for microbiome marketing; blog posts and educational content.
Co-founder and director at STEMcognito Ltd
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024
Co-founded and directed STEMcognito; science communication initiatives and services.
Freelance blog commissioner at #FEMS microBlog
January 1, 2021 - Present
Commissioned and edited blog posts for FEMSmicroBlog; science communication.
Science communication manager at International Plant Nutrition Council (IPNC)
October 1, 2023 - Present
Website building, Science communication coaching, LinkedIn
Postdoctoral researcher, Molecular Microbiology at Estación Experimental del Zaidín - CSIC, Granada, Spain
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Molecular Microbiology research; collaborative projects and publications.

Education

PhD in Molecular Microbiology at Imperial College London, London, UK
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

NCTj Editing skills 1-week course
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026
The Expert SEO content writer
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026
Webinar “How to write a lay summary” by Elsevier Researcher Academy
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026
Advanced Academic Writing course” for PhD students at Imperial College London
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026

Industry Experience

Life Sciences, Education, Professional Services, Healthcare
    paper SciComm Society

    Science communication coaching, email marketing, social media marketing, LinkedIn, online coaching

    paper BacterialWorld

    science blogging, science writing, website building, social media marketing