Technical Writer

Thermo Fisher Scientific · Plainville, MA

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Role summary

Technical Writer III position at Thermo Fisher Scientific in Plainville, Massachusetts. Creates and maintains technical documentation including user manuals, SOPs, and training materials for scientific products and processes. Translates complex technical information into clear, user-friendly content while ensuring regulatory compliance.

What they're looking for

High School Diploma with 6+ years industry experience, or Associate's Degree with 4+ years, or Bachelor's Degree with 2+ years
GMP/GLP regulations and quality system documentation expertise
Advanced proficiency in content management systems, DITA/XML authoring tools, and Microsoft Office Suite
Strong technical documentation best practices and information architecture knowledge
Experience with topic-based authoring and single-sourcing methodologies
Excellent project management and written/verbal communication skills in English
Proficiency in document control systems and change management processes

What you'll be doing

Develop and maintain technical documentation including user manuals, SOPs, validation protocols, and training materials
Collaborate with subject matter experts, engineers, scientists, and quality teams across multiple departments
Translate complex scientific and technical information into clear, usable content for customers and internal teams
Ensure documentation meets regulatory requirements with highest standards of accuracy and usability
Manage multiple concurrent documentation projects using advanced technical writing tools and methodologies

Compensation$83,300.00–$125,000.00 base

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