[Hiring] Technical Writer / Instructional Designer @Inotiv

Role Description

This position supports the Technical Instruction team in revising and producing high-quality training and technical documentation, and in transforming that documentation into structured, standardized learning solutions. Reporting to the Associate Director, Technical Instruction, the Technical Writer / Instructional Designer collaborates with subject matter experts (SMEs), quality, operations personnel, and business leaders to ensure that procedural documents, training presentations, competency verification documents, and other learning materials are accurate, clear, consistent, and ready for deployment in multiple learning environments. The role converts SOPs into learning pathways, develops modular training content and a training catalog, maintains standardized curricula, and prepares reskilling and upskilling pathways that support a harmonized, global approach to technical training and strengthen the effectiveness of training across the organization.

This role will be remote but must be within commutable distance of Indianapolis, Indiana; Denver, Pennsylvania; Livermore, California; or Frederick, Maryland. This role requires infrequent travel to other sites as needed, less than 10-20%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, Instructional Design/Technology, Educational Technology, English, Communications, Information Systems, or a related scientific discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 2 years of technical writing experience in a regulated industry environment; familiarity with lean methodologies (5S, standard work, kaizen, or similar) and experience documenting processes in a continuous improvement culture preferred.
• Demonstrated experience writing and revising SOPs, work instructions, or equivalent procedural documentation.
• Experience translating verbal or informal process descriptions into structured visual workflow documentation (process maps, flowcharts, swim lane diagrams).
• Experience developing or revising PowerPoint presentations for training or instructional purposes.
• Proven experience designing and developing multiple training events, curricula, or learning using adult learning principles.
• Experience maintaining training records.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; strong organizational and multitasking skills required.

Requirements

• Exceptional written communication skills; ability to write clearly for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and Adobe Acrobat; SharePoint experience preferred.
• Ability to analyze and document workflows; experience creating process maps, flowcharts, or swim lane diagrams using Visio, Lucidchart, PowerPoint, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with document control principles and regulated-industry standards (GLP, GCP, or ISO environments preferred).
• Ability to quickly learn scientific subject matter and translate it into accurate, understandable documentation.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines independently.
• High attention to detail; consistent, error-free deliverables.
• Knowledge and application of adult learning principles and instructional design models; ability to design online, in-person, and blended learning.
• Ability to write effective documentation, user guides, and learner materials.
• Ability to evaluate training effectiveness and present data and findings to management teams.

Benefits

• Health and dental coverage
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid time off
• 401K participation with company match

Company Description

At Inotiv, our work helps advance the development of new medicines and therapies that can improve people's lives. As a leading global contract research organization (CRO), we partner with researchers to tackle complex scientific challenges, drive innovation, and help build a healthier, safer world. Bringing together scientists, researchers, technical experts, and business professionals, we provide the expertise and collaboration needed to move research forward. Our people make this work possible, and we value the knowledge, ideas, and contributions each person brings to the team. Whether you are starting your career or bringing years of experience, Inotiv offers opportunities to learn, grow, and play a meaningful role in advancing treatments for patients around the world.