Technical Writer Veterinary Medical Devices

Vision Achievement; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading innovator in veterinary medical technology seeks an experienced Technical Writer to produce clear, regulatory-compliant documentation for veterinary medical devices. This remote role involves collaborating with various teams to deliver user manuals and instructional materials, ensuring alignment with industry standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of technical writing experience in medical or veterinary devices.
• Solid understanding of veterinary medicine and animal health technology.
• Experience with regulatory documentation (FDA, CE marking, ISO).

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain user manuals, technical guides, SOPs, and product labeling.
• Translate complex veterinary device concepts into clear, concise language.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance with industry regulations.

Skills

Technical Writing

Attention to Detail

Research Skills

Education

Bachelors degree in English, Technical Writing, Life Sciences

Tools

MadCap Flare

Adobe FrameMaker

MS Office

Job description

Technical Writer Veterinary Medical Devices

Job Description:

Job Title: Technical Writer Veterinary Medical Devices
Location:Remote
Employment Type:Contract / Affiliate
Client Industry: Veterinary Medicine / Medical Devices
Start Date:ASAP

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in veterinary medical technology, is seeking an experienced Technical Writer with a background or strong familiarity with veterinary medical devices. This role involves creating clear, accurate, and regulatory-compliant documentation that supports product development, user training, and compliance efforts.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain user manuals, technical guides, SOPs, and product labeling
• Translate complex veterinary device concepts into clear, concise language
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, veterinarians, and QA/regulatory teams
• Ensure documentation complies with industry regulations (FDA, ISO, etc.)
• Conduct research, interviews, and device testing to fully understand product functionality
• Assist in developing training materials and customer support documentation

Qualifications

• 3+ years of technical writing experience (preferably in medical or veterinary devices)
• Solid understanding of veterinary medicine and/or animal health technology
• Experience with regulatory documentation (FDA, CE marking, ISO standards)
• Proficiency with authoring tools (e.g., MadCap Flare, Adobe FrameMaker, MS Office)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects
• Bachelors degree in English, Technical Writing, Life Sciences, or related field

Nice to Have

• Prior experience working in a veterinary or animal health setting
• Knowledge of UX writing or instructional design
• Experience with document management systems (e.g., Veeva, Confluence, SharePoint)