Technical Writer, GAP Solutions, Bethesda, MD
GAP Solutions -
Bethesda, MD,
US
Technical Writer
Date Posted: 2024-06-15
Job description
Position Objective:
As a Technical Writer, your primary responsibility will be to prepare documents, including strategic messaging, to support the mission of the office. You will work closely with Program Managers (PMs) to develop new programs, provide technical expertise, assess risks, and track technical progress. Additionally, you will assist in budget support activities and develop presentation briefings that accurately convey technical concepts to various stakeholders. This position is supporting SSO within the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H).If you meet the qualifications and possess strong technical writing skills, along with the ability to understand and convey technical concepts effectively, we encourage you to apply for the Technical Writer position. Your expertise will play a crucial role in supporting the mission objectives of ARPA-H through the creation of strategic documents and briefings.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. New Program Support :
2. Technical Expertise/Subject Matter Expertise (SME) :
3. Risk Assessment and Management :
4. Program/Study/SBIR Management Support :
5. Briefing Support :
Basic Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
GAP Solutions provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job, email us at ...@gapsi.com . You will need to reference the requisition number of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a requisition number will not be returned.
GAP Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status or characteristics.
Position contingent on contract award.
As a Technical Writer, your primary responsibility will be to prepare documents, including strategic messaging, to support the mission of the office. You will work closely with Program Managers (PMs) to develop new programs, provide technical expertise, assess risks, and track technical progress. Additionally, you will assist in budget support activities and develop presentation briefings that accurately convey technical concepts to various stakeholders. This position is supporting SSO within the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H).If you meet the qualifications and possess strong technical writing skills, along with the ability to understand and convey technical concepts effectively, we encourage you to apply for the Technical Writer position. Your expertise will play a crucial role in supporting the mission objectives of ARPA-H through the creation of strategic documents and briefings.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. New Program Support :
- Provide expert input and research ideas for new programs, concepts, and technologies.
- Assist in developing strategic and technical plans to promote ARPA-H's mission.
2. Technical Expertise/Subject Matter Expertise (SME) :
- Offer technical expertise and SME support for new and ongoing programs.
- Provide recommendations to mitigate technical risk and assess program impact.
- Conduct independent assessments of laboratory tests and research proposals.
3. Risk Assessment and Management :
- Review, assess, and provide recommendations to identify and mitigate technical risk at the program level.
- Support the development and implementation of a risk management strategy at the agency level.
4. Program/Study/SBIR Management Support :
- Track technical progress and deliverables for ongoing efforts.
- Liaise with Government agents, performers, and the technical community to ensure program success.
- Prepare program management briefings and documents describing technical approaches.
5. Briefing Support :
- Develop presentation briefings to support the mission of the office, incorporating strategic messaging.
- Assist in preparing presentation material that accurately conveys complex technical concepts.
- Support the presentation of new start concepts and briefings to senior HHS personnel and stakeholders.
Basic Qualifications:
- Degree Requirement: Ph.D. in Biology or related field.
- Years of Experience: Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Excellent technical writing skills.
- Ability to quickly grasp and convey complex technical concepts.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency in document preparation and formatting.
- Experience in supporting program management activities.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
GAP Solutions provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job, email us at ...@gapsi.com . You will need to reference the requisition number of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a requisition number will not be returned.
GAP Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status or characteristics.
Position contingent on contract award.