Technical Writer

MaxSys Staffing & Consulting; Trenton; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Technical Writer for a 5-year contract in Trenton, ON. The role involves conducting historical research, drafting academic manuscripts, and preparing reports. Candidates must have a degree in History and at least 3 years of relevant experience. This position allows for remote work with occasional onsite meetings.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in archival research and writing academic manuscripts.
• Degree from a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution.

Responsibilities

• Conduct historical research using archival records and secondary sources.
• Draft academic-style manuscripts ranging from 2,000 to 10,000 words.
• Prepare summaries, reports, and presentations based on historical findings.

Skills

Archival research

Secondary source analysis

Writing academic manuscripts

Fluency in English

Education

Degree in History

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Role: Technical Writer

Location: Trenton, ON (occasional onsite)

Duration: Contract; 5 Years

Clearance: Enhanced Reliability

Language: English

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct historical research using archival records and secondary sources
• Draft academic-style manuscripts (2,000–10,000 words)
• Prepare summaries, reports, and presentations based on historical findings
• Participate in regular meetings and provide monthly progress updates
• Submit and revise deliverables in collaboration with the project’s Technical Authority

Required Qualifications:

• A degree in History from a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution
• At least 3 years of experience (within the last 20 years) in: Archival research, Secondary source analysis and Writing academic manuscripts on historical topics.

Additional Details:

• Must be fluent in English (written and oral)
• Work primarily remotely, with biannual in-person meetings in Trenton, ON
• Occasional travel for archival research may be required (e.g., Ottawa)
• Must be available during core hours (8:00 am–4:00 pm, Mon–Fri)
• Deliverables in MS Word and PowerPoint