Technical Publications Administrator

McLaughlin Research Corp.; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaughlin Research Corporation (MRC) is seeking a Technical Publications Administrator who will support the Naval Undersea Warfare Center in Newport, RI. The role coordinates with editors and authors to publish technical content and manages bibliographic data in an online repository.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree and have some writing/editing experience along with strong communication skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Writing and editing experience is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under tight schedules.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work assignments with editors and authors to create a balanced workload.
• Generate scheduled metrics and highlights reports using database information as well as input from editors.
• Collaborate with technical writers and librarians to resolve questions from customers related to documents or document drafts.
• Create and maintain database records for all work assignments.
• Enter, catalog, and index bibliographic data in an online repository.
• Interact closely with librarians, engineers, analysts, and information managers to gather data as needed.
• Review and edit office documentation.
• Maintain, update, and/or compile relevant SOPs, training material, outreach material, and online resources for government review.
• Coordinate with authors and editors to keep jobs on track and moving towards final publishing and release.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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Job Title

Technical Publications Administrator

Location

Newport, RI 02840 US (Primary)

Job Type / Status

Full-Time

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Clearance Level Required

Secret

Job Description

McLaughlin Research Corporation (MRC) is seeking a Technical Publications Administrator who will support the Naval Undersea Warfare Center in Newport RI. The Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) is the United States Navy's full-spectrum research, development, test and evaluation, engineering and fleet support center for submarines, autonomous underwater systems, and offensive and defensive weapons systems associated with undersea warfare. The successful candidate must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, schedule driven environment.The Technical Publications Administrator (TPA) will provide administrative support and communication services to a team of technical writers as well as a wide range of authors seeking the publication of their technical and scientific content. This will include:

• Coordinate work assignments with editors and authors to create a balanced workload.
• Generate scheduled metrics and highlights reports using database information as well as input from editors.
• Collaborate with technical writers and librarians to resolve questions from customers related to documents or document drafts.
• Create and maintain database records for all work assignments.
• Enter, catalog, and index bibliographic data in an online repository.
• Interact closely with librarians, engineers, analysts, and information managers to gather data as needed.
• Review and edit office documentation.
• Maintain, update, and/or compile relevant SOPs, training material, outreach material, and online resources for government review.
• Coordinate with authors and editors to keep jobs on track and moving towards final publishing and release.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (business or technical field preferred).
• The TPA sometimes assumed the role of a Technical Writer on simpler jobs on an as-needed basis. Some writing and editing experience is preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in engineering/science management, operations, research analysis, or financials/cost analysis.