What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Writer position at Cytiva?
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At Cytiva, one of Danaher’s 15 operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.
You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.
Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.
At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. Take your next step to an altogether life-changing career.
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The Technical Writer for Cytiva is responsible for creating and updating technical, production, and quality documentation. This includes work instructions, labor times, equipment maintenance guidelines, product specifications, process flows, logistics procedures, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures. The role also involves revising internal documents for accuracy and presentation and developing style guides, templates, workflows, and trackers.
This position is based on-site and is part of the Operations team in Pensacola, Florida. At Cytiva, our vision is to advance future therapeutics from discovery to delivery.
What you will do:
Develop and update technical documents, including work instructions, equipment maintenance guides, calibration procedures, quality specifications, process flows, logistics procedures, safety protocols, SOPs, and training materials.
Review and Revise Documentation: Enhance existing documents to clarify and comply with Cytiva standards and the life sciences industry best practices.
Support Training and Compliance: Create clear training content for technicians and operators, ensuring adherence to ISO9001, ISO 14001, PSM, and Cytiva QMS requirements
Create Style Guides and Visual Content: Implement style guides and templates for consistency, using visuals to enhance comprehension and engagement.
Document Processes and Track Updates: Maintain process flows for manufacturing and operations, using tools to manage document versions and ensure alignment with changes.
Who you are:
Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communication, Engineering, Business or a related field with 2 years of relevant work experience
Strong knowledge of content development cycles, documentation best practices, and tools
Experience in creating and managing style guides, document workflows, and version-tracking systems
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
Translating technical jargon into clear, concise language for a non-technical audience.
Working in the Pharmaceuticals or Medical Device industry
Experience with Veeva & Magic systems
Cytiva, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.
This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.
We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
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