Sr. Scientific Technical Writer

Delaware Nation Industries • Atlanta, GA

17h

About The Position

The Technical Writer/Editor provides professional writing, editing, documentation, and content management support for CDC public health programs and operations. This role is responsible for producing clear, accurate, and well-organized technical and administrative documents that support program implementation, policy analysis, scientific communication, and operational activities. The Technical Writer/Editor works closely with CDC subject matter experts, program managers, and leadership to develop and maintain reports, policies, procedures, presentations, communication materials, and other written deliverables.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Technical Writing, Communications, Public Health, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical writing, editing, or documentation support.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong editing, proofreading, and document formatting abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting CDC, HHS, or other federal agencies.
• Familiarity with scientific or public health terminology.
• Experience writing policies, SOPs, grant documentation, or technical reports.
• Knowledge of Section 508 accessibility and federal compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Research, write, edit, and proofread technical, scientific, operational, and administrative documents.
• Prepare reports, memoranda, SOPs, manuals, presentations, briefing materials, and correspondence.
• Edit materials for clarity, consistency, grammar, formatting, and compliance with CDC and federal standards.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to translate complex information into user-friendly content.
• Maintain version control and document management systems.
• Support development of communication products, policy documents, and program materials.
• Review and revise scientific and policy-related documents for accuracy and readability.
• Assist with the preparation of meeting materials, executive briefings, and stakeholder communications.
• Ensure all documentation complies with Section 508 accessibility requirements.
• Maintain records and document repositories in accordance with federal records management requirements.
• Support preparation of monthly reports, technical deliverables, and contract documentation.

Benefits

• Covers 100% of employee benefit premiums, including Medical (PPO or HDHP Option), Vision, Dental
• Matching 401K
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• Professional Development/Education Reimbursement
• Parking and Transit Benefits for NY, NJ, ATL, and DC Metro areas

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior