We are looking for a Technical Writer with Content Management knowledge and/or experience to support global technical documentation projects. The ideal candidate will be able to gather requirements for, plan, and implement technologies supporting technical publications production activities. This person will effectively interpret detailed information and present it in the appropriate manner, drive projects from scheduling and planning, content development and management, and draft reviews through final edit, approval, and release. 

Selects techniques and recommends modifications best suited to produce desired results. Consults frequently with Software Developers, Engineers and Customer facing advocates such as, Technical Support groups. Works closely with Project Teams, Project Management, Product Managers, other Technical Documentation representatives, and Management to obtain information. 

Design, develops, formats, implements and manages technical writing and content creation, to meet the demands for the production of manuals and operational specifications, including the creation and maintenance of documentation for hardware and software user’s guides, service and electronic media including on-line help. 

Requirements of the Technical Writer:

• 3+ years experience as a Technical Writer
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in the life sciences, English, Journalism, or a related field
• Experience authoring in Adobe FrameMaker 9.x.x or above for Windows required 
• Preferred skills include: Experience and knowledge of Information Architecture
• Experience with content management concepts, systems, and implementation preferred.