Argonne National Laboratory

Argonne National Laboratory seeks a Technical Writer/Editor for Policy, Procedures, Manuals, and Reports in Communications and Public Affairs. The successful candidate will write and/or edit Argonne National Laboratory policies, procedures, manuals, and technical/scientific documents; coordinate and integrate the technical reviews, approval, and publishing of these materials; work with subject matter experts to clearly explain work processes and research results; and collaborate with communications colleagues to produce and post the documents.

A world-leading science laboratory, Argonne’s research portfolio spans the spectrum from fundamental to applied sciences. Laboratory researchers pursue big, ambitious ideas with international impact in areas as diverse as biology, quantum information science, new materials, and artificial intelligence. Argonne operates large research facilities that serve more than 7,000 researchers from around the world each year, and partners with academic, government, industrial, and community organizations to drive pivotal discoveries and foster groundbreaking innovations.

Position Requirements

• Analytical ability and comprehension of complex technical and scientific information and processes
• Rewriting, substantive editing, proofreading, and quality assurance of a wide range of policies and procedures, as well as scientific publications
• Expertise in crafting precise and easily understandable language from technical/scientific content for audiences with varying levels of technical and scientific understanding
• Adept at applying best practices for technical writing and editing
• Ensuring clarity, correctness, and effectiveness in language, tables and charts, illustrations, and data presentation
• Adherence to various style requirements, such as the University of Chicago Style Guide and Argonne’s branding
• Experience in communications project management to handle multiple projects, schedules, and deadlines efficiently and effectively, often under tight deadlines
• Knowledge of documentation management
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 document control standards a plus
• Knowledge of/experience in 508 compliance a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially a high degree of competency in Word and Word layout), Adobe Acrobat, and Excel)
• Experience with SharePoint and Drupal a plus
• Strong customer service orientation
• Passion for the mission of the Lab
• Ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork
• Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years of experience, or equivalent; candidates with a strong technical or domain science background a plus

Please submit a minimum of three samples that reflect editorial skills in translating complex concepts into easy-to-understand language, along with a resume and cover letter.

Job Family

Professional Administrative (PA)

Job Profile

Writing/Editing 3

Worker Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

The expected hiring range for this position is $73,793.00 - $116,445.42.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.

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