Beckman Coulter, Inc. (NYSE:BEC) is a global provider of biomedical testing systems and related products that simplify and automate laboratory processes. The company’s instruments and chemistries are used in all areas of the biomedical testing continuum: patient care, translational solutions, and research and development. From complex DNA sequencing to simple one-use diagnostic screening kits, Beckman Coulter’s products are utilized in every phase of the battle against disease.
Annual sales of $2.4 billion in 2004; 64 percent of these dollars were derived from the sale of after-market reagents, test kits, consumables and service.
Operations in more than 130 countries. Close to 10,000 employees including research scientists, engineers, manufacturing associates and other professional and technical staffs.
Research, plan, develop, and maintain online and printed documentation for diagnostic laboratory equipment. The position requires a senior-level writer who can write, edit and revise operations manuals, reference manuals, help files, training material, and other instructional materials. In addition, this writer must have excellent grammar, editing, organizational and written and verbal communication skills. The writer will work with subject matter experts from a variety of disciplines to develop useful and usable content and ensure that documents are technically accurate, and user-focused.
The position requires a writer who is able to prioritize multiple tasks, handle conflicting requests effectively, and maintain a positive attitude, while working with minimal supervision.
Required experience:
5 or more years as a senior technical writer, at least 2 years working in HTML and/or XML
Extensive experience with FrameMaker and Adobe PDF
Ability to create concise, user-focused instructions
Ability to work on several projects at the same time
Familiarity with diagnostic laboratory practices and regulatory requirements
Preferred Education:
BS with 3 years relevant experience or 7 years equivalent relevant experience
Desirable experience:
Writing for subsequent translation or coordination with off-site translators
Familiarity with
FDA requirements
Version and/or source control software systems
Document management systems
Experience writing help for non-Windows operating systems (QNX)
Please apply online at www.beckmancoulter.com/Jobcode 04415
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