Technical Writer
As the world leader in serving science, our work is more than something that fills our days – what we do has great purpose. Our industry-leading scale means unparalleled commercial reach, unique customer access and a global footprint. Our broad customer base, from research to clinical to commercial production means you can have a broad and meaningful impact here at Thermo Fisher Scientific. All while working in an environment where you will be supported, valued and rewarded for your performance.
Technical Writer
How Will You Make an Impact?
Working with an International team, this position will develop technical documentation across a range of subjects with various features and innovations. In this role, you will be contributing to a popular and well known Thermo Fisher product, that in-turn helps our customers to use this product more efficiently and understand it more quickly.
What will you do?
- Developing technical documentation for lab automation software for different audiences
- Perform research, writing, and maintenance of Help systems, installation and configuration guides, and customized documentation
- Strong analytical skills, and excellent English writing and editing skills with demonstrated ability to write clearly in a variety of styles, including extensive knowledge of grammar, style and spelling
- Cooperate with service providers to ensure on-time delivery of translations and printed documentation
How will you get there?
- Degree in Technical Communication, Computer Science, Chemistry (Instrumental Analysis (GC, MS, HPLC)), or related field with an emphasis on technical documentation, or equivalent years of relevant experience
- Ideally 3+ years of experience in end-user technical writing for a diverse audience
- Proven knowledge of relevant authoring tools (e.g., Adobe RoboHelp) and graphics design tools (Adobe Creative Suite)
- Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office products
- Working experience with a content management system (e.g. Tridion SDL, AuthorIT, or Schema ST4)
- Basic knowledge of developing and structuring content using XML-based authoring tools
- Ability to organize information, learn complex concepts, and explain concepts and instructions clearly and concisely
- Proficiency in meeting deadlines
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong communication skills and experience with working in a cross-cultural team
- Ability to work alone or as a member of a team
- Knowledge of translation memory tools (Across Translation Memory, SDL Trados) and / or programming experience would be an advantage
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Office
