Technical Writer

Shift : M-F, standard working hours

Location : Sunnyvale, CA (hybrid)

Pay : $50-60/hr

6 month contract role to start

Overview :

The Technical Writer is responsible for writing, editing, formatting, and managing the publication and translation of customer-facing documents for in vitro diagnostic Xpert tests and GeneXpert instrument systems. Document types include Instructions for Use, Quick Reference Instructions, User’s Guides, and Getting Started Guides.

This position is part of the Technical Publications Team within Regulatory Affairs New Product Development group, located in Sunnyvale, CA.

Responsibilities:

• Create/edit and publish Instructions for Use (IFUs), Quick Reference Instructions, and abbreviated IFUs for Xpert tests.
• Create/edit and publish User’s Guides, Getting Started Guides, and service manuals for instrument systems.
• Conduct reviews and peer-reviews for content accuracy, format, and adherence to style guide.
• Initiate and follow up on document reviews with subject matter experts.
• Work with third-party translation suppliers to manage document translations and adjust formatting as needed.
• Coordinate the release of reviewed publications in document control system.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of related work experience.
• Working knowledge of topic-based writing styles, general knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and overall writing skills.
• Working knowledge of creating and editing XML files using a DITA CCMS, Adobe FrameMaker, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Word, and Adobe InDesign.

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience developing DITA styling for use in online user documents.
• Experience modifying Cascading Style Sheets to improve output styling.
• Experience with medical equipment documentation.