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OSI Pharmaceuticals

Senior Medical Writer

Boulder, CO · On-site

Manages work of contract writers. Develops SOPs and templates for the CTD, protocols, final reports, Annual Reports, and IBs. Skills & Requirements Graduate degree preferred. Degree should be in ...

Tecolote Research

Contract Specialist

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

Excellent verbal communication, written, and quantitative analytical skills are required. * The ... government contract writing system (ConWrite). * Applicant must be proficient in performing ...

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As of Jun 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract writer in the United States is $91.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88.94 and $93.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Contract Writer, you need strong legal writing skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of contract law, often supported by a degree in law, English, or a related field. Familiarity with document management systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and sometimes legal research tools like Westlaw or LexisNexis is typically required. Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills help set outstanding contract writers apart. These competencies are crucial for creating clear, enforceable agreements that protect the interests of all parties and minimize legal risk.

What are contract writers?

Contract writers are professionals who specialize in drafting, reviewing, and editing legal agreements and contracts. They ensure that contracts are clear, legally sound, and tailored to the specific needs of the parties involved. Contract writers often work with businesses, law firms, or individuals to create documents for employment, sales, partnerships, and other agreements. Their expertise helps prevent misunderstandings and protects the interests of all parties by making sure the contract complies with relevant laws. They may also advise on contract terms and negotiate on behalf of their clients.
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Technical Writer/Contract Specialist

SYSTEMS PLANNING AND ANALYSIS, INC.

Norfolk, VA

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Overview
Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.
The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.
SPAs NATO Allied Command Transformation Group within JOID provides capability development, portfolio management, program management, quality management, cost estimation analysis, standardization, reporting, software solutions and information management, and capability management support. We also provide an improved capability requirements capture process, including the generation, documentation and tracing of user requirements, with appropriate technical scrutiny, over the entire lifecycle of the requirements from capability definition through capability realization and capability usage.
We have an immediate need for a Technical Writer/Contract Specialist to provide onsite support out of Norfolk, VA.
Responsibilities
SPA is seeking a Technical Writer/Contract Specialist to work collaboratively with program managers and Procurement and Contracting (P&C) staff in the development of requirement documents such as Statements of Work, Performance Work Statements, Statement of Objectives, Grading Criteria, and other procurement related documents. Will be responsible for taking complex, technical information and translating it into an easily understandable format. Support P&C in assisting program managers regarding format and content of requirements (SOWs, SOO's, RSD's, etc.), and prepare documents in compliance with internal procedures. Develop, draft, write, and edit requirement documents including functional descriptions, specifications, deliverables and acceptance criteria in support of P&C, program managers, and other NATO stakeholders to ensure consistent order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology. Translate technical information to clear, readable documents to be used by technical and non-technical personnel, and conduct research and ensure the use of proper technical industry terminology. Support procurement activities such as preparing Requests for Proposals (RFP)/Invitations for International Bidding (IFIB), and participate as a Recorder on Solicitation Review Boards (SRB) and Contract Awards Committees (CAC). Assist in drafting and staffing of business cases to support special requests or requests for deviation from normal methods of procurement. Meticulously record all relevant contract decisions and actions of CACs. Establish and maintain excellent internal and external customer relations at all levels of the organization, while producing high-quality documentation that meets applicable standards and is appropriate for its intended audience and wide-spread publication. Create tutorials and samples to help end-users initiate requirements in coordination with procurement staff, and review and update contract templates and desk guides to standardize contracting practices as needed. Apply experience administering contracts and executing associated contract actions; including but not limited to contracts and contract modifications for services or goods and services, task orders, delivery orders, as well as invoicing and understanding of contract regulations.
Qualifications
Required:
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Active NATO or NATO National Secret clearance or higher.
  • 5 years in the last 10 of demonstrable experience capturing complex technical requirements in coordination with SMEs to support the development of contract requirements documents (within a national or international organization).
  • 5 years in the last 10 of demonstrable experience writing, reviewing, and editing requirements and specifications for contract solicitations (within a national or international organization).
  • Demonstrable experience working closely with a cross-functional team.
  • Demonstrated ability to acquire and present information through independent reading, interviews with subject-matter experts, written interpretation of data visualizations, or other appropriate methods.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with others regardless of rank/position, the stressfulness of the situation, or the diversity of opinion.
  • Demonstrable ability to lead, train, and mentor peers, customers, and trainees in requirement document development processes.
  • Demonstrated advanced skill in oral and interpersonal communication, and writing at collegiate and professional levels in English (a writing sample supporting the development of contract requirements documents (no more than 5 pages) is required).
  • Familiarity with acquisition publications, NATO or National procurement/financial regulations, and requirements documents.
  • Familiarity with procurement practices and ability to assist in the development of contracts that allow for the flexibility required in an agile environment without compromising the integrity of the procurement process.
  • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of tools, MS 365, MS Teams, and SharePoint.
  • Current Passport with no travel restrictions.
  • Able to work fully onsite based on client needs.

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