Technical Writer
<SPAN style='LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Technical Writer – Abbott Park, IL <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>CARA’s client, located in the far Northern Suburbs, is seeking highly skilled learning & development professionals to fill the following contract opportunities. While not required, demonstrated experience in either a regulatory or pharmaceutical environment is highly desired. Working knowledge of a global audience is a plus. <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'> <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Ability to work on-site most days is client preferred (estimated engagement June – December 2012). <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'> <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Responsibilities <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'> <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Collaborate with customer to define documentation needs and develop documentation according to the customer’s standards. <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Create new or modify existing technical documents that are complex in nature. <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Develop user guides, procedure manuals, and process standards. <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Edit documents and ensure that standards of quality, format and style are met. <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Maintain and track multiple documents, ensure consistency and standardization. <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Provide quality control for all documentation; standardize documentation to the customer’s format. <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Determine appropriate delivery method to achieve desired performance (online documentation, online help, job aids, procedure guides and reference materials). <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Organize material and complete writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style and terminology. <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'> <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Qualifications <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'> <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Minimum of 5+ years of technical writing experience. <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Excellent written and oral communication skills. <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Strong time management skills. <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Ability to work within client authoring systems, documentation management systems and a collaborative work environment. <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Ability to interact frequently with multiple Stakeholders in a global organization. <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Strong consulting skills and experience working with Subject Matter Experts and Stakeholders. <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Knowledge of Information Mapping. <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'> <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Knowledge of the following or similar applications is also required <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'> <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold'>SharePoint, MS Office, Documentum. <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'> <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Education <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>Degree in Technical Writing, English or a related field. <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'> <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'> <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'>CARA is a consulting firm specializing in custom learning, performance and change management solutions for Fortune 1000 organizations; our culture is one of partnering. We work closely with clients to understand their needs, develop the appropriate solutions, and then bring the most qualified consultants to help clients achieve their goals. We take great care in learning about your interests, background, and skills. By establishing the right match, we place you where you can succeed and rapidly provide the value and support clients need. Visit us at www.caracorp.com. <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt'> <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial'>EOE <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial'>Qualified applicants will be considered when applying via the following link: <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif''> http://www.caracorp.com/candidate.php <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; COLOR: blue; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial'> <SPAN style='FONT-FAMILY: 'Georgia','serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial'>
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