University of Iowa Research · 2 days ago
Senior Technical Writer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expUniversity of Iowa Health Care Information Systems has an outstanding opportunity to join our team as a Senior Technical Writer. The role involves developing IT-related documentation to support operations and regulatory compliance, including designing, writing, and revising various technical documents.
Research
No H1B
Responsibilities
Consults with stakeholders regarding the subject material and develops a documentation outline
Assures that documentation is designed to meet appropriate standards
Collaborates with department staff while developing written technical material and revises material submitted by other department staff
Uses style guide to meet standards for style, terminology, clarity, and conciseness
Utilizes a standard approved documentation management system to develop written material, charts, diagrams or other descriptors
Supplements written material with diagrams, charts, and additional inserts that aid in providing clarity
Determines, utilizes, and manages a documentation control process to be used on all materials developed
Maintains all documentation and versions in a central approved repository
Collaborates with department staff to assure documentation is current
Leads the department in efficiently creating technical documentation
Trains and briefs staff on proper documentation format and standards
Qualification
Required
Master's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required
Three to five years of professional experience in a technical writing role
Experience developing Disaster Recovery Documentation or similar complex IT documentation
Demonstrated analytical skills, critical thinking skills, and effective project management skills
Effective interpersonal relations skills promoting teamwork and collaborative alliances
Attention to detail and excellent written and verbal skills in English
Preferred
ITIL Foundation Certification
Experience in a healthcare environment
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, especially templates, styles and macros
Experience with SharePoint, PowerPoint and Visio
Experience with publishing documentation using RoboHelp or other Help Authoring Tools
Experience with coding HTML and CSS using Dreamweaver or other HTML editors
Benefits
24 days paid vacation per year to start
Paid sick leave
Company
University of Iowa Research
The Office of the Vice President for Research is committed to forging new frontiers of discovery by providing resources and support to researchers and innovators at the University of Iowa, to promote a culture of creativity that enriches the campus, the state, and the world.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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