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**Technical Writer** **Shift** : M-F, standard working hours **Location** : Sunnyvale, CA (hybrid) **Pay** : $45-$57/hr **1 year contract role with possibility for extension or conversion** **Overview** : The Technical Writer is responsible for writing, editing, formatting, and managing the publication and translation of customer-facing documents for in vitro diagnostic tests and instrument systems. Document types include Instructions for Use, Quick Reference Instructions, User's Guides, and Getting Started Guides. This position is part of the Technical Publications Team within Regulatory Affairs New Product Development group, located in Sunnyvale, CA. **Responsibilities:** + Create/edit and publish Instructions for Use (IFUs), Quick Reference Instructions, and abbreviated IFUs for client tests. + Create/edit and publish User's Guides, Getting Started Guides, and service manuals for Cepheid's instrument systems. + Conduct reviews and peer-reviews for content accuracy, format, and adherence to company's style guide. + Initiate and follow up on document reviews with subject matter experts. + Work with third-party translation suppliers to manage document translations and adjust formatting as needed. + Coordinate the release of reviewed publications in document control system. **Requirements:** + Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years of related work experience. + Working knowledge of topic-based writing styles, general knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and overall writing skills. + Expertise in preparing images for use in documents. + Working knowledge of creating and editing XML files using a DITA CCMS, Adobe FrameMaker, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Word, and Adobe InDesign. + Basic understanding of Regulatory Affairs concepts and regulations/guidelines governing the development, documentation, and labeling of in vitro diagnostic products. 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