Technical Documentation Writer

Job Title: Technical Documentation Writer

Reports to: Senior Director, Digital Marketing

FLSA Class: Exempt

Learn more about our company and how we support you:

Takara Bio USA (TBUSA) empowers life science discovery. We bring innovation and inspiration to every scientist - promoting discoveries that improve health and the environment. We hold values that all employees and prospective candidates should demonstrate: Innovation, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, Growth, Diversity and Quality. We value helping employees develop their skills and you will be part of this journey!

At Takara Bio, we know that every experimental decision has an impact. Choices matter, from design to data analysis. We create best-in-class products that get the job done. In your hands, what do those research reagents and kits create? Something powerful: knowledge, understanding, and-often-hope! Together we can improve the human condition through biotechnology…and That''s Good Science!

How this role drives the company forward:

A Technical Documentation Writer is responsible for producing product-related technical documents (e.g., user manuals, protocols, certificates of analysis, technical notes, scientific posters, and manuscripts) that are clear, logical, and follow the company style guide. They are also responsible for maintaining the accuracy and organization of technical documents and information on our website and internal databases, as well as suggesting and implementing improvements.

A Technical Documentation Writer demonstrates strong writing skills and works independently for most tasks, consulting with more senior members of the Technical Communications team to receive guidance on challenging projects. The position requires strong time- and project-management skills, excellent verbal and written communication abilities, and fine attention to detail.

The Technical Documentation Writer role is office-based.

How you will make an impact:

As a Technical Documentation Writer, you will work closely with the product managers, technical support, Quality Assurance, and R&D to produce product-related technical documents according to Takara Bio's brand. This will include acting as a project manager to support documentation updates and timely product launches.

What will you do:

• Write easy-to-understand user manuals, protocols, and certificates of analysis that are clear and conform to departmental work instructions.
• Produce high-quality documentation that meets the quality needs of our customers and implement on-time document change requests.
• Work with internal teams to obtain an in-depth understanding of the product to be launched and the documentation requirements.
• Facilitate communication across internal teams to meet project objectives.
• Maintain the existing information architecture for documents on our website and internal databases and implement improvements.
• Create and maintain work instructions, style guide, and other reference materials for the writing team.
• Plan and conduct work requiring independent judgment in the evaluation, selection, and inclusion of data and text.
• Review technical pieces written by other writers or employees and provide clear suggested edits.
• Receive feedback from internal sources including technical support and adjust technical materials to better suit customer needs.
• This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

How will you get here?

• Master's degree or PhD in Molecular Biology or other life science.
• Minimum two years of technical writing experience at a life science company or organization.
• Strong organizational, project management, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited guidance.
• Ability to plan, complete, and evaluate projects with limited guidance.

You are amazing if you have:

• Laboratory work in Molecular Biology or other life science.
• Software development experience.

AAP/EEO Statement:

Takara Bio USA, Inc. does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.

Additional Information about the role:

Please note this job description may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. The US base salary range for this full-time position, expected to be located in San Jose, CA, is $105,000 - $115,000 USD. This range may be modified at any time at our sole discretion. This base salary does not include additional bonus compensation and benefits. Learn more about benefits at https://www.takarabio.com/about/careers/company-benefits. Individual compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including job-related skills, training, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.