Technical content writer

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment and pharmaceutical products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the key emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing in Europe and the USA.

Group's key figures are approx. 3 billion Euros turnover, more than 650 laboratories across 45 countries and more than 45.000 staff.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Technical Documentation Writer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technical writing and a passion for creating clear, concise, and user-friendly e-learnings and documentation. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conversion of over 600 e-learning courses to Articulate 360 Storyline or Rise courses.
• Develop, write, and maintain high-quality technical documentation, including user manuals, API documentation, installation guides, and release notes.
• Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to gather information and understand documentation requirements.
• Translate complex technical concepts into easy-to-understand content for various audiences.
• Ensure all documentation is accurate, comprehensive, and adheres to company standards and guidelines.
• Continuously update and improve existing documentation based on user feedback and product changes.
• Manage multiple documentation projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Conduct regular reviews and edits of documentation to ensure clarity, consistency, and completeness

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• Relevant bachelor’s degree (English, Technical Writing, Communications, Computer Science, Science, or related fields)
• Proven experience as a Technical Documentation Writer or similar role.
• 1+ years experience in use of Articulate 360 Storyline and other associated products.
• Impeccable writing skills with a clear, concise and engaging writing style
• Experience managing projects and/or initiatives from conceptualization to full deployment and execution.
• Familiarity with software development processes and technologies.
• Ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts and make them easily understandable in text and pictures
• Organize writing schedules to complete drafts of content or finished projects within deadlines
• Must be self-motivated, dependable, trainable and a team player
• Relentless attention to detail coupled with the ability to maintain focus on the big picture
• Experience in a Environmental Laboratory environment desirable but not essential
• Online documentation (i.e. searchable content) experience preferred.

Experience:

• 5+ years document writing experience or creation and delivery of in person or virtual trainings.
• Experience with Articulate 360 is a must
• Experience with Docebo, Dr Explain and Easygenerator is a plus.
  
  
  
  Knowledge
• Environmental Industry laboratory procedures and reporting
• Knowledge of LIM systems
• Knowledge of data acquisition systems
• Skilled with computers and laboratory software