Technical Writer
Sunnyvale, CA, US
Scientific
Bachelors Degree
Full Time, Temporary
Experienced (Non-Manager)
On-site
Biotechnology/Pharmaceuticals
First Shift (Day)
Sunnyvale, CA, US
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Full Time, Temporary
Biotechnology/Pharmaceuticals
On-site
Scientific
Bachelors Degree
First Shift (Day)
Job details
Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking multiple experience Technical Writers for a 12-month contract opportunity with a leading molecular diagnostics company at their headquarters in Sunnyvale, CA. If you are driven by the prospect of translating cutting-edge scientific discoveries into tangible advancements and are poised to advance your career, join us as we pioneer progress in the biotechnology realm.
Workplace: Onsite in Santa Clara, CA.
Position Title: Technical Writer, Topic Based Writing
Position Type: 12-month contract
Pay rate: $45-57/ hour.
Company: Kelly® Science & Clinical
Overview
The Technical Writer will be responsible for writing, editing, formatting, managing the publication, and overseeing the translation of customer-facing documents for our client’s in vitro diagnostic tests and instrument systems. Document types include Instructions for Use (IFUs), Quick Reference Instructions, User’s Guides, and Getting Started Guides.
Responsibilities
- Create, edit, and publish IFUs, Quick Reference Instructions, and abbreviated IFUs for our clients’ tests.
- Develop User’s Guides, Getting Started Guides, and service manuals for our client’s instrument systems.
- Conduct reviews and peer-reviews of all publications to ensure content accuracy, formatting, and adherence to internal style guide.
- Initiate and follow up on document reviews with subject matter experts (SMEs).
- Manage translations with third-party vendors and adjust formatting of translated documents if required.
- Coordinate the release of reviewed publications with internal document control system.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of relevant work experience.
- Working knowledge of topic-based writing styles.
- Expertise in preparing images for use in documentation.
- Proficiency in English grammar and punctuation, along with strong overall writing skills.
- Experience creating and editing XML files using a Darwin Information Typing Architecture (DITA) Component Content Management System (CCMS), Adobe FrameMaker, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Word, and Adobe InDesign.
- Basic understanding of regulatory affairs concepts, guidelines, and regulations governing the development, documentation, and labeling of in vitro diagnostic products.
- Strong verbal communication skills for effective teamwork.
- Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and manage workload efficiently.
- Capacity to maintain a sense of urgency when required by specific events.
Preferred
- Experience developing DITA styling for online user documents.
- Capability to modify Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) for better output styling.
- Experience in medical equipment writing
Why Join Us:
- Competitive compensation package and potential for permanent placement following the temporary period.
- Opportunity to work at the forefront of biotechnology innovation in a collaborative and dynamic environment.
- Access to ongoing career development and networking opportunities through
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