Technical Writer

Azenta US, Inc.; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences company is seeking a motivated Technical Writer to join their team in Cambridge. The role involves creating user documentation, collaborating with subject matter experts, and working with writing tools like MadCap Flare. Candidates should have a degree in English or a related field, with some experience in technical writing. Strong collaboration and project management skills are essential. This full-time position is an excellent opportunity to contribute to innovative documentation efforts.

Qualifications

• Entry level or 1-3 years of Technical Writing experience is required.
• Familiarity with API and API documentation is a plus.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Create user, software, installation, service, and API documentation.
• Consult with subject matter experts to gather needed technical content.
• Work collaboratively with the writing team using MadCap Flare.

Skills

Technical Writing

Collaboration

Project Management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English or related field

Certificate in Technical Writing/Communication

Tools

MadCap Flare

Microsoft Word

Adobe FrameMaker

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Technical Writer page is loaded## Technical Writerlocations: UK - Cambridgetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R20251030Azenta UK, Ltd.### At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships. All we accomplish is grounded in our core values of Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value and Integrity## Job TitleTechnical Writer## **Job Description**Azenta is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Technical Writer to join our dynamic team onsite role in Cambridge.**Responsibilities*** Create user, software, installation, service, and API documentation as a contributor within a larger team for our life sciences product lines.* Write Field Replaceable Unit (FRU) and upgrade procedures, which detail the removal and replacement of parts within the life sciences products.* Consult with subject matter experts to establish the technical content needed to create documentation.* Maintain company documentation standards and writing to the company style guide.* Work collaboratively with a team of writers using MadCap Flare and the department revision control system to author topic-based documentation.* Publish documentation using the company product lifecycle management system.**Education*** Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, or related field. + Certificate or program completion in Technical Writing/Communication.**Experience*** Entry level or 1-3 years of Technical Writing experience.* Experience with MadCap Flare and structured XML.* Experience with Microsoft Word.* Familiarity with Adobe FrameMaker, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator (not required).* Ability to understand target audiences with the ability to create and develop content in effective ways.* Willingness to pivot between multiple projects with effective project management skills.* Team-oriented and a great collaborator within a medium sized writing group.* Strengths in problem-solving and decision-making.* Familiarity with API and API documentation.* EOE M/F/Disabled/VET### If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email at [e-mail] for assistance.**Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.**