Life Sciences Technical Writer for Scientific Docs

ATCC; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Paid Holidays and PTO

401(a) and 403(b) retirement plans

Corporate bonus program

Job summary

ATCC in Manassas, VA is seeking a Technical Writer to research, organize, write, review and edit scientific and technical information for documentation across multiple platforms. This onsite role supports ATCC Federal Solutions and collaborates on website content and document accessibility initiatives.

Ideal candidates have a biology or life sciences background with experience supporting scientific documentation. A Bachelor’s degree with 2–5 years of relevant experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Technical Documentation Development: Develop, write, edit, and review reports, 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: Ensure documentation meets editorial specifications, quality standards, format requirements, and ISO standards.
• Document Revision & Maintenance: Edit existing documentation and rewrite procedures as directed.
• Website & Project Support: Support website maintenance, add information to web detail pages, assist with document accessibility and timelines.

Skills

Technical writing

Editing

MS Office

Content management

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Content management systems

Job description

ATCC in Manassas, VA is seeking a Technical Writer to research, organize, write, review and edit scientific and technical information for documentation across multiple platforms. This onsite role supports ATCC Federal Solutions and collaborates on website content and document accessibility initiatives.

Ideal candidates have a biology or life sciences background with experience supporting scientific documentation. A Bachelor’s degree with 2–5 years of relevant experience is preferred.