Technical Writer Editor II

St. George Tanaq Corporation; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 60.000 - 86.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

St. George Tanaq Corporation seeks a Technical Writer Editor II to review manuscripts, tables, and figures for medical terminology accuracy and conformity. This fully remote role requires U.S. residency and supports publication workflows from submission to final dissemination.

Responsibilities include editing, formatting, and ensuring compliance with style guides, collaborating with authors and production staff, and managing metadata and web posting per SOPs.

Qualifikationen

• 3 years of professional writing and editing experience focused on health communications.
• Demonstrated expertise in technical editing, proofreading, and producing clear, accurate data-focused content for diverse audiences.
• Proficiency with Word and Acrobat; familiarity with InCopy and PerfectIt preferred.

Aufgaben

• Receive and assess reports submitted for publication.
• Develop, document, and maintain production schedules based on fixed publication deadlines.
• Establish, track, and communicate project milestones from report initiation through final dissemination.
• Monitor workflow using established job tracking systems and file retention procedures.
• Perform substantive and technical editing of complex scientific reports using Word, Acrobat, and InCopy.
• Ensure compliance with style guides and plain language standards.
• Review and correct materials for accuracy and appropriate medical terminology.
• Edit and format narratives, tables, figures, references, and graphics for clarity and completeness.
• Serve as liaison between authors and production staff throughout the editorial and production process.
• Coordinate and manage web posting process in line with standards.

Kenntnisse

Professional writing

Editing

Health communications

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in English/related field

Master's degree in Public Health (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Adobe Acrobat

Adobe InCopy

PerfectIt

Jobbeschreibung

Technical Writer Editor II

Fully Remote United States

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Overview

Tanaq Management Services (TMS) delivers professional, scientific, and technical services and information technology (IT) solutions to federal agencies in the health, agriculture, technology, and other government services. TMS is a subsidiary of the St. George Tanaq Corporation, an Alaskan Native Corporation (ANC) committed to serving Federal customers while also giving back to the Tanaq native community and shareholders.

About the Role

We are seeking a Technical Writer Editor II to review manuscripts, publications text, tables, figures, and supplementary materials for file type, completeness, accuracy of medical and scientific terminology, and conformity.

This is a fully remote position; candidates must be based and reside in the United States. This position is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities

• Receive and assess reports submitted for publication.




• Develop, document, and maintain production schedules based on fixed publication deadlines.




• Establish, track, and communicate project milestones from report initiation through final dissemination.




• Monitor workflow using approved job tracking systems and file retention in accordance with established procedures.




• Perform substantive and technical editing of complex and highly visible scientific reports using electronic editing software, including Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, and Adobe InCopy.




• Provide expertise in style guides.




• Ensure compliance with style guides and plain language standards.




• Review and correct materials for accuracy and appropriate use of medical and scientific terminology.




• Edit and format narrative text, tables, figures, references, graphics, and supplementary materials to ensure clarity, accuracy, consistency, and completeness.




• Serve as the primary liaison between authors and production staff throughout the editorial and production process.




• Consolidate, communicate, and reconcile reviewer comments.




• Consult with and advise authors regarding recommended edits, required revisions, and publication requirements.




• Collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals on publishing matters such as layout and design, corrections, 508 remediation, and web posting.




• Track and manage corrections through final approval to ensure accuracy and version control.




• Ensure deliverables are transmitted, stored, and archived in accordance with established recordkeeping and electronic file management procedures.




• Coordinate and manage the web posting process in accordance with web standards and established procedures.




• Verify accuracy and functionality of published online content, including links, tables, figures, and downloadable materials.




• Support submission and indexing of published reports in Stacks and PubMed.




• Ensure required metadata and documentation are complete and accurate.




• Meet daily and weekly production deadlines for editing, review, clearance, and publication milestones while adhering to established SOPs.




• Actively participate in recurring team meetings and other staff meetings as required.

Requirements

Required Experience and Skills

• 3 years of professional writing and editing experience focused on health communications.




• Demonstrated expertise in technical editing, proofreading, and producing clear, accurate data-focused content for diverse audiences, with strong attention to detail and adherence to style guidelines.




• Proficiency in required software tools, including Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat; familiarity with PerfectIt and Adobe InCopy preferred.




• Solid project management experience, including establishing and enforcing timelines, coordinating with authors and production teams, managing revisions, and serving as a liaison to ensure deliverables meet quality and deadline expectations.




• Ability to obtain government clearance.




• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Education and Training

• Bachelor's degree in English, communications, or a related field.




• Master's degree in Public Health (MPH) strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.




• May need to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. May need to lift 25 pounds regularly.

Who We Are

Tanaq Management Services (TMS) is a public health contractor, certified 8(a) business, owned by St. George Tanaq Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation. (ANC). We listen to our stakeholders and leverage our science, technology, communication, and program expertise to understand and provide feedback as we develop solutions.

Our Commitment to Non-Discrimination

Tanaq is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Tanaq complies with the Drug-free Workplace Act of 1988 and E-Verify.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing any part of the application process, please email [e-mail] to request a reasonable accommodation. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

Notice on Candidate AI Usage

Tanaq is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive interview process for all candidates based on their experience, skills and education. To ensure the integrity of the interview process, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during phone, in person and virtual interviews is not allowed. However, candidates who require a reasonable accommodation that may involve AI are required to contact us prior to their interview at [e-mail].