Technical Writer

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs.  With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.

Job Title

Technical Writer

Location(s)

US Remote - PA

Job Description

Primary responsibility will be to work with internal and Customer personnel to produce technical documentation compliant to regulatory and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, write and edit operational procedures and manuals
• Research, develop and document technical specifications, test scripts, and protocols
• Produce electronic documentation in addition to hard copy manuals
• Manage technical documents in an electronic document management system
• Maintain a comprehensive library of technical terminology and documentation
• Analyze documents to maintain continuity of style of content
• Manage updates and revisions to technical documents

Basic Qualifications:

• College education in technical/scientific field
• 3 Years technical writing experience in a scientific area
• Capable in MS Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint
• Documentum and SAP experience a plus

Preferred Qualifications:

• Good documentation practices (GDP)
• FDA regulated environments
• Laboratory systems
• Nonconformance and deviation management
• Building consensus among subject matter experts
• Process mapping
• Harmonizing documentation across groups
• Document control including document management systems

The annual compensation range for this full-time position is $80,000 to $90,000. The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.