Contract Technical Writer (1 Year)

About You: 

You are a highly organized and detail-oriented Contract Technical Writer with a passion for turning complex technical information into clear, concise, and accurate documentation. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with engineers and R&D staff to ensure critical information is accurately captured and presented. Your expertise in technical writing and understanding of quality management systems (QMS) enables you to produce high-quality documents that meet regulatory and organizational standards. You take pride in creating documentation that is not only thorough but also user-friendly and compliant.

What You Will Do:

• Collaborate with R&D staff to gather critical information and ensure all necessary details are captured.

• Produce comprehensive documentation, such as test plans and reports, user manuals, work instructions, design history files, and technical reports.

• Produce easy-to-understand and actionable copy for product-related literature.

• Translate complex technical data into clear and accessible language for various audiences, ensuring accuracy and consistency.

• Ensure all documentation adheres to company QMS requirements and industry standards.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including quality, manufacturing, product, and regulatory departments, to integrate feedback and ensure alignment.

• Maintain version control and document revisions in compliance with the company’s documentation management processes.

• Conduct regular reviews and updates of existing documentation to ensure relevance and accuracy.

• Provide guidance and templates to engineers to streamline the information-gathering process.

• Assist in developing and improving documentation workflows and templates.

• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory requirements to ensure documentation remains compliant and up-to-date.

What You Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, Engineering, or a related field.

• 3+ years of experience in technical writing, preferably in an R&D or engineering environment.

• Strong understanding of QMS and regulatory documentation requirements (e.g., ISO 13485, FDA).

• Proficiency with documentation tools such as Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and version control systems.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex concepts into clear and concise documents.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

What Would Excite Us:

• Experience working in the medical device, biotechnology, or related industry.

• Familiarity with document management systems (e.g., PLM, ERP) and workflow tools.

• Knowledge of graphic design tools to enhance document presentation (e.g., Visio, Adobe Illustrator, Figma).

• Certification in technical writing or regulatory affairs.

• Proactive mindset and ability to suggest improvements to documentation processes.

About Vital

Vital is revolutionizing the landscape of point-of-care diagnostics with our groundbreaking platform, VitalOne, designed to deliver real-time care wherever patients are. We have built a dynamic team of experts across various disciplines including chemistry, software, engineering, and microfluidics to fulfill our mission of making healthcare more accessible and proactive. At Vital, we seek tenacious, bold, and enthusiastic individuals ready to create impactful change in the healthcare industry.

Vital Biosciences Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We are therefore happy to accommodate any individual needs in keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation in order to participate in our hiring process, please contact us to make your needs known in advance.