Technical Writer Job Listing at Kelly Services in Sunnyvale, CA (Job ID US3575706_BH9872697)

Description

Technical Writer
Shift: M-F, standard working hours
Location: Sunnyvale, CA (hybrid)
Pay: $45-$57/hr
1 year contract role with possibility for extension or conversion

Overview:
The Technical Writer is responsible for writing, editing, formatting, and managing the publication and translation of customer-facing documents for in vitro diagnostic tests and 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 client tests.
• Create/edit and publish User's Guides, Getting Started Guides, and service manuals for Cepheid's instrument systems.
• Conduct reviews and peer-reviews for content accuracy, format, and adherence to company's 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.
• Expertise in preparing images for use in documents.
• 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.
• Basic understanding of Regulatory Affairs concepts and regulations/guidelines governing the development, documentation, and labeling of in vitro diagnostic products.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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