TECHNICAL WRITERS (BIOTECHNOLOGY: CLINICAL RESEARCH) California Occupational Guide Number 2007 (part) Interest Area: Emerging Occupations 1996
THE JOB 
Technical Writers write and edit laboratory procedure manuals, standard operating
procedures, and other technical and administrative publications. The Technical Writer
edits and rewrites material in compliance with governmental regulatory and company
standards and language and assists in developing documentation and materials for training,
reference, informational and other purposes.
Some Technical Writers specialize in researching, writing and editing clinical reports for
submission to regulatory agencies such as the Food and Drug Administration.
COMPENSATION
$25,000 to $45,000 per year
REQUIREMENTS
Skills/Knowledge -- Ability to write in coherent technical English. -- Understand clinical terminology. -- Familiarity with federal standards for technical reports and proposals. Training/Requirements -- BS degree or equivalent. -- Have up to two years of experience in writing and editing technical reports.
DOT:
Writer, Technical Publications, 131.267-026
OES:
Technical Writers, 340050
Source: State of California, Employment Development Department,
Labor Market Information Division, Information Services Group,
(916) 262-2162
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