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ATCC

Technical Writer

Manassas, VA · On-site

$68K - $75K/yr

Working in a science-focused environment, the Technical Writer helps create consistent, accurate, and compliant documentation, reviews scientific literature and data, and supports website content and ...

Goldbelt Apex

Technical Writer

Falls Church, VA · On-site +1

$108K - $125K/yr

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in technical writing, documentation development, or related roles, including at least 2 years in federal, healthcare, or regulated environments. * Demonstrated ability ...

Goldbelt, Inc.

Technical Writer

Falls Church, VA · On-site +1

$108K - $125K/yr

... care, or regulated environments. * Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality technical ... Exceptional writing and editing skills, with strong attention to grammar, clarity, structure, and ...

Goldbelt, Inc.

Technical Writer

Falls Church, VA · On-site

$108K - $125K/yr

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in technical writing, documentation development, or related roles, including at least 2 years in federal, healthcare, or regulated environments. * Demonstrated ability ...

StratasCorp

Technical Writer

Hampton, VA · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Work with technical staff to help document the "as-is" environment. Job Requirements: * 5+ years of experience as a technical writer in a government contract environment. * Experience with using ...

INSPYR Solutions

Technical Writer

Chesapeake, VA · On-site

$90/hr

Technical Writer Location: Chesapeake, VA Duration: Full Time Compensation: $90-120k Work ... maintenance environments. * Experience writing documentation for complex electronic, mechanical ...

Peraton

Technical Writer

Vienna, VA · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Work within a SCIF environment to produce, manage, and publish classified documentation in ... Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Journalism, Information Technology ...

Peraton

Technical Writer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Work within a SCIF environment to produce, manage, and publish classified documentation in ... Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Journalism, Information Technology ...

ATCC

Technical Writer

Manassas, VA

$68K - $75K/yr

Working in a science-focused environment, the Technical Writer helps create consistent, accurate, and compliant documentation, reviews scientific literature and data, and supports website content and ...

Peraton

Technical Writer

Mount Vernon, VA · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Work within a SCIF environment to produce, manage, and publish classified documentation in ... Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Journalism, Information Technology ...

Peraton

Technical Writer

Annandale, VA · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Work within a SCIF environment to produce, manage, and publish classified documentation in ... Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Journalism, Information Technology ...

Core One

Technical Writer

Mclean, VA · On-site

The Technical Writer role involves developing and managing high-quality technical documentation to ... environments • OR Masters and 6+ years of relevant experience OR PhD and 3+ years relevant ...

Goldbelt Apex

Technical Writer

Falls Church, VA · On-site +1

$108K - $125K/yr

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in technical writing, documentation development, or related roles, including at least 2 years in federal, healthcare, or regulated environments. * Demonstrated ability ...

Instant Serve LLC

Technical Writer

Richmond, VA · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Required5YearsMinimum of 5 + years of experience in technical writing, preferably in a government or technology environment.Required5YearsExpert in the use of MS Word, Google Docs, Confluence, or ...

Peraton

Technical Writer

Woodbridge, VA · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Work within a SCIF environment to produce, manage, and publish classified documentation in ... Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Journalism, Information Technology ...

Koniag, Inc.

Technical Writer

Falls Church, VA · On-site

Koniag IT Systems, a Koniag Government Services company , is seeking a Technical Writer with a TS ... environment. Knowledge & Skills: * Strong understanding of DoD documentation practices ...

Peraton

Technical Writer

Lorton, VA · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Work within a SCIF environment to produce, manage, and publish classified documentation in ... Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Journalism, Information Technology ...

kgs

Technical Writer

Falls Church, VA

Koniag IT Systems, a Koniag Government Services company , is seeking a Technical Writer with a TS ... environment. Knowledge & Skills: * Strong understanding of DoD documentation practices ...

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Technical Writer

ATCC

Manassas, VA • On-site

$68K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Overview
Ready to shape the future of science and global health? A global nonprofit that provides trusted biological materials for science and health, ATCC is hiring a Technical Writer. This onsite position in Manassas, VA supports ATCC Federal Solutions by researching, organizing, writing, reviewing, and editing scientific and technical information for use in documentation across multiple platforms. Working in a science-focused environment, the Technical Writer helps create consistent, accurate, and compliant documentation, reviews scientific literature and data, and supports website content and document accessibility initiatives.
Seeking a Technical Writer, ideally with a biology or life sciences background and experience supporting scientific documentation and technical content management. Background in molecular biology, microbiology, or bacteriology highly preferred. Join ATCC and be part of a team that supports the global scientific community with trusted, authenticated biological materials.
Responsibilities
  • Technical Documentation Development: Develop, write, edit, and review reports, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), product information sheets, proposals, and related technical documentation.
  • Content Creation: Create instructional, descriptive, reference, and informational documentation including manuals, work instructions, protocols, and supporting materials.
  • Scientific Research & Review: Review scientific literature and data to authenticate documented manufacturing specifications and support technical content accuracy.
  • Documentation Quality & Compliance: Integrate information from multiple sources into a consistent style and language while ensuring documentation meets editorial specifications, quality standards, format requirements, and ISO certification standards.
  • Document Revision & Maintenance: Edit existing documentation and collaborate with initiators to rewrite, clarify, or reconstruct procedures, specifications, and forms as directed.
  • Website & Project Support: Support website maintenance activities, add information to web detail pages, assist with document accessibility efforts, and adhere to project scope and timelines.

Qualifications
Minimum Experience Required:
  • Bachelor's degree and 2-5 years' experience or equivalent experience.
  • Technical writing and editing experience.
  • Experience reviewing scientific literature and technical data to support documentation accuracy.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain documentation quality, consistency, and compliance.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and general computer skills required for website maintenance and data mining.
  • Good verbal communication skills and ability to integrate information from multiple sources into a uniform style and language.
  • Preferred: Biology, life sciences, or scientific background supporting technical and scientific documentation.
  • Preferred: Background in molecular biology, microbiology, or bacteriology.

Benefits
The expected salary range for this position is $68,000 to $75,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional incentive compensation including regular merit increases and the corporate bonus program.
We Invest in You
  • Health & Wellness:
    • Comprehensive medical coverage and company paid Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, AD&D, and paid parental leave
    • Work life balance with Paid Holidays and PTO
    • Fitness and cell phone subsidies, and additional benefits such as legal services, pet insurance and additional supplemental coverage.
    • Employee Assistance Program offering around-the-clock counseling
  • Financial security:
    • 401(a) (6% employer contribution) and 403(b) (2% match) retirement plans
    • Exceptional career advancement opportunities, recognition, and rewards
    • Corporate bonus program
  • Mission Focused:
    • Non-profit organization supporting critical life science research
    • We give scientists the tools they need to make discoveries that improve and save lives
    • Contribute to community involvement and social responsibility

Join ATCC, where we fuel your success, well-being, and development. We're a mission-focused non-profit Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrating a century of supporting global public health. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Shape the future of science with us.

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