Thermo Fisher

Technical Writer (User Documentation)

Vilnius, Lithuania Full time

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Responsibilities:

  • Create technical end-user documentation to support products related to genetic analysis, biomarker discovery, predictive genomics, reproductive health, pathogen detection, disease-specific solutions, forensics, and human identification
  • Assemble information from research scientists, product managers, hardware and software engineers, regulatory analysts, and other business team members.
  • Collaborate with a fun and agile team to continuously move projects along tight timelines.
  • Participate in sprint planning, setup, and retrospectives.
  • Organize content into topics and publications following DITA standards and department information models.
  • Estimate and schedule large documentation projects.
  • Actively solicit input from product teams and participate in project team meetings.
  • Manage multiple writing projects simultaneously.
  • Learn and use an XML-based authoring tool and content management system. You may also work with additional authoring tools as needed.
  • Follow all process, style, and brand guidelines.
  • Lead special projects in the department as needed.

Requirements:

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in science. Advanced degree preferred.

Experience

  • Writing experience in a scientific environment or the life sciences industry.
  • Experience leading multiple projects or work streams and setting schedules and priorities.
  • Experience with topic-based authoring using DITA preferred.
  • Experience with XML authoring tools preferred.
  • Experience with HTML and CSS markup languages a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Able to write clearly, concisely, accurately, and quickly.
  • Able to organize information logically and think critically.
  • Deep understanding of technical/scientific content.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Strong project management skills.
  • Keen attention to detail and high regard for quality.
  • Adept at learning new processes and software tools.
  • Knowledge of relevant style guides.
  • Expertise in Component Content Management Systems and XML or HTML is desirable.

We offer:

  • The innovative environment of the rapidly growing international company. Energetic, diverse and highly motivated team;
  • Hard-working, driven and supportive working culture and outstanding development possibilities to increase your potential;
  • Opportunity to contribute to global organization and work with experts;
  • Personal and professional career opportunities in the field of high technology;
  • The possibility to go to/from work by free bus, 70% compensated lunch in the company canteen, we serve coffee

Compensation

The monthly salary range estimated for this position based in Lithuania is €2 625,00–€3 937,50.