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Careers / Technical Writers |
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| Summary Description |
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Write technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. May assist in layout work. |
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Assembly Instructions Writer |
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Chief Writer |
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Clinical Writer |
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Com Writer |
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Contract Writer |
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Director, Medical Writing |
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Document Specialist |
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Documentation Designer |
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Documentation Specialist |
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Documentation Specialist/Technical Writer |
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Documentation Writer |
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Editor |
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Electronic Publications Specialist |
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Electronic Publisher |
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Engineering Documentation Specialist |
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Engineering Writer |
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Expert Medical Writer |
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Global Technical Writer |
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Grant Writer |
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Handbook Writer |
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Health Science Writer |
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Health Technical Writer |
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Information Developer |
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Lexicographer |
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Manager, Medical Writing |
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Manual Writer |
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Medical Technical Writer |
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28. |
Medical Writer |
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29. |
Narrative Writer |
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30. |
Principal Technical Writer |
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Process Description Writer |
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32. |
Proposal Coordinator |
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Proposal Writer |
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Publication Specialist |
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35. |
Quality Analyst/Technical Writer |
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Report Writer |
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Requirements Analyst |
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38. |
Scientific Technical Writer |
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39. |
Scientific Writer |
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Senior Consultant in Document Excellence |
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Senior Label Specialist |
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Senior Medical Writer |
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Senior Publications Specialist |
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Senior Technical Editor |
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Senior Technical Writer |
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Specifications Writer |
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Tech Writer |
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Technical and Scientific Publications Editor |
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Technical Communicator |
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Technical Editor |
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Technical Publications Writer |
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Technical Report Writer |
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53. |
Technical Writer |
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54. |
Technical Writer (Consultant) |
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55. |
Technical Writer and Editor |
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56. |
Technical Writing Lead/Mgr |
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| Job Tasks |
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Organize material and complete writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
- Compile technical information or documentation.
- Edit written materials.
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Maintain records and files of work and revisions.
- Maintain records, documents, or other files.
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Edit, standardize, or make changes to material prepared by other writers or establishment personnel.
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Select photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate material.
- Determine presentation subjects or content.
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Interview production and engineering personnel and read journals and other material to become familiar with product technologies and production methods.
- Research new technologies.
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Develop or maintain online help documentation.
- Write informational material.
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Assist in laying out material for publication.
- Design layouts for print publications.
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Study drawings, specifications, mockups, and product samples to integrate and delineate technology, operating procedure, and production sequence and detail.
- Review details of technical drawings or specifications.
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Arrange for typing, duplication, and distribution of material.
- Coordinate logistics for productions or events.
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Observe production, developmental, and experimental activities to determine operating procedure and detail.
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Review manufacturer's and trade catalogs, drawings and other data relative to operation, maintenance, and service of equipment.
- Review details of technical drawings or specifications.
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Analyze developments in specific field to determine need for revisions in previously published materials and development of new material.
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Draw sketches to illustrate specified materials or assembly sequence.
- Draw detailed or technical illustrations.
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Review published materials and recommend revisions or changes in scope, format, content, and methods of reproduction and binding.
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Confer with customer representatives, vendors, plant executives, or publisher to establish technical specifications and to determine subject material to be developed for publication.
- Confer with clients to determine needs.
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| Work Activities |
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| Interacting With Computers —
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information. |
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| Getting Information —
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. |
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| Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events —
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. |
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| Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge —
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. |
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| Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates —
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. |
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| Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others —
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. |
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| Analyzing Data or Information —
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. |
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| Processing Information —
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. |
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| Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work —
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. |
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| Documenting/Recording Information —
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form. |
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| Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships —
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. |
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| Thinking Creatively —
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. |
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| Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards —
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards. |
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| Making Decisions and Solving Problems —
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. |
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| Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings —
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. |
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| Communicating with Persons Outside Organization —
Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail. |
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| Training and Teaching Others —
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others. |
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| Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People —
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. |
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| Scheduling Work and Activities —
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. |
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| Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information —
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity. |
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| Provide Consultation and Advice to Others —
Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics. |
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| Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment —
Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used. |
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| Developing Objectives and Strategies —
Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them. |
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| Developing and Building Teams —
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members. |
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| Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others —
Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others. |
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| Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others —
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. |
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| Selling or Influencing Others —
Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions. |
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| Performing Administrative Activities —
Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork. |
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| Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material —
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. |
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| Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates —
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance. |
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| Interesting Fact |
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| The U.S. minimum wage in 1955 was 75 cents. |
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