Role Description
The Technical Writer - End User Documentation develops and manages product training and knowledge content for a complex clinical trial technology platform. This role goes beyond technical writing and requires understanding how functionality fits into end-user workflows and the broader content ecosystem. The Technical Writer works closely with product owners, Customer Engagement, and technical team members to ensure training and knowledge materials are accurate, well-structured, and developed to a high standard.
Role Responsibilities
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Develop and maintain knowledge base articles, job aids, user guides, and training resources alongside each of the four annual software releases.
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Use release overviews and release notes as the source of truth so content is complete and accurate at the time of each release.
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Write clear, precise technical documentation that translates complex functionality into language users can understand.
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Determine where new content belongs within the knowledge base, and how functionality connects across the platform, user roles, and processes.
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Create training assets such as training presentations, training manuals, curriculum materials, and competency assessments. These are delivered as completed assets, not presented live.
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Work with product owners, who serve as subject matter experts, to confirm accuracy. Incorporate review feedback from product owners and the Manager, Technology Training.
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Work with the Customer Success team to build an understanding of clinical research context and the platform.
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Keep team templates and existing materials current with the Technology Training team.
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Support monitoring of knowledge base effectiveness.
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Over time, grow into e-learning development, video tutorials, and other learning formats.
Role Clarifications
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This role does not include instructor-led training, in person or virtual.
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This role does not interact directly with external customers.
Qualifications
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5+ years of technical writing or documentation experience for software or SaaS platforms, including long-form technical documentation.
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Proven ability to translate highly technical information into clear, user-friendly content.
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Experience with a knowledge base or content management platform such as Zendesk, Confluence, or SharePoint.
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Demonstrated technical aptitude and the ability to learn complex software quickly.
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Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and critical thinking. Understands context rather than only transcribing requirements.
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Collaborative and comfortable asking subject matter experts questions, and receptive to review and feedback.
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A disciplined self-starter who can work independently in a remote environment.
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Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet release deadlines.
Requirements
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Bachelorβs degree in a clinical, science, health-related, or technical communication field.
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Experience in clinical research, life sciences, healthcare, or IT industry.
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Experience with e-learning authoring or video tutorial tools.
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Experience working with agile development teams and release cycles.
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English Level: C1.