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Health/Science Technical Writer

AT Leidos
Leidos

Health/Science Technical Writer

Remote

Description

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

If this sounds like a mission you want to be a part of, keep reading!

The Public Health and Human Services Operation uses a wide range of capabilities in Mission Software Systems, and enabling technologies like Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to support our customers' mission in advancing biomedical research and protecting public health. Our team's focus is ensuring our health customers have the right solutions to keep pace with an ever-evolving public health landscape and prevent the next public health crisis. To explore and learn more, click here!

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Candidate MUST:

be a US Citizen or US Person who currently resides in the United States for the current three consecutive years AND has the ability to obtain a Public Trust level 5 Clearance.

Role is fully remote. (US only)

Your greatest work is ahead!

The Public Health and Human Services Operation has a need for an Intermediate Technical Writer to support our customers' mission in advancing biomedical research and protecting public health. Our team's focus is ensuring our health customers have the right solutions to keep pace with an ever-evolving public health landscape using a wide range of capabilities in Mission Software Systems, and enabling technologies like Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. To explore and learn more, click here!

Primary Responsibilities:

Position will primarily write content for our website and long-form content for social media (e.g, LinkedIn)

  • Write, edit, proofread, and provide writing support on non-technical and/or technical documents or sections of documents such as manuals, procedures and specifications.
  • Provide a deep understanding of General Program and IT Service Operations policy documentation types and requirements.
  • Ensure documents meet editorial and government specifications by adhering to standards for quality, graphics, coverage, format and style.
  • Create content for knowledge base, evaluate knowledge management initiatives, and circulate relevant articles as needed to appropriate stakeholders.
  • Manage documentation projects to ensure deliverables are completed on time to a high degree of quality.
  • Mentor, train and develop junior staff through structured and informal technical writing training.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent and at least eight years of experience in science/health care writing. With a Master's degree, Six years of science/health care writing is acceptable.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience working directly with customers to discuss their requirements and objectives.
  • Excellent communication skills, especially when presenting to the client and/or teammates.
  • Working knowledge of the following software: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Visio.
  • Ability to work independently, multi-task, and take initiative.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong computer software skills and the ability to quickly adapt to new software/enterprise tools.
  • Adept at using document production and review tools and software to perform the job.
  • Proven experience working in complex projects gathering client feedback and converting them into requirements.
  • Previous experience in a document production environment.
  • Demonstrated experience developing governance and policy documentation for Government customers

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Original Posting Date:

2025-01-24
While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $80,600.00 - $145,700.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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Job ID: Leidos-R-00152003
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program