Technical Writer

Help us improve access to life-changing therapies that can transform human health
We are Cytiva, a global provider of technologies and services that advance and accelerate the development and manufacture of therapeutics. Formerly part of GE Healthcare, we have a rich heritage tracing back hundreds of years, and a fresh beginning since 2020.
Our customers undertake life-saving activities. These range from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, biologic drugs, and novel cell and gene therapies. Our job is to supply the tools and services - the pots, pans, soups and sauces - they need to work better, faster and safer, leading to better patient outcomes.


What you'll do
We are seeking a Technical Writer, to the Technical Documentation Group in Uppsala, Sweden. The group produces and maintains customer-focused end-user documentation that supports products manufactured in multiple locations. This position will be accountable for the creation of customer-focused end-user documentation in a manner that meets corporate standards and style.
Research, write, edit, review, proof-read, and publish end-user documentation produced within Life Sciences to ensure completeness, accuracy, validity, and clarity of information for digital and/or print production in line with corporate standards for style and quality.
Work with Product Management, R&D and PMO to ensure the timely and cost-effective production of new documents and maintenance of existing documents.
Fulfill end-user documentation assignments such as production of new technical documentation for new product introductions (NPIs) or updates of existing technical documentation.
Estimate and schedule the time required to complete assignments and provide regular updates of progress.
Update appropriate databases and inform appropriate functions of the availability of new and revised documents.
Assist in the definition of development tools and platforms for efficient production and maintenance of end-user documentation and instructions within Life Sciences.



Who you are
MSc degree preferably in biology chemistry, molecular biology, or related field; or BSc Science preferably in biology chemistry, molecular biology, or related field with some relevant work experience.
Some progressively responsible experience in the writing, editing, and production of technical documentation (e.g., user manuals) in a life science or medical device setting.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated ability in original technical writing, document organization, document reorganization; experience editing others’ work.
Knowledge of Cytiva products.
Experience of SDL Tridion or other XML based Content Management Systems.
Proficient in desktop publishing tools for example Adobe FrameMaker, Photoshop and Illustrator.
Fluent in English.



Desired Characteristics
Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, initiative
Ability to work on multiple parallel projects, to work independently and as part of a team, to work under time pressures and meet deadlines, to work with marketing, product management, and scientific staff.
Demonstrated ability to pursue tasks to completion, results oriented
Experience of CAD related tools (Creo & PDMLink, SolidWorks & SmarTeam).