# Sr. Scientific Technical Writer

> Delaware Nation Industries · Atlanta, United States (Hybrid) · — · Posted 2026-05-08

**Workplace:** hybrid

**Department:** CDC PHIC

## Description

The Technical Writer/Editor provides professional writing, editing, documentation, and content management support for CDC public health programs and operations. This role is responsible for producing clear, accurate, and well-organized technical and administrative documents that support program implementation, policy analysis, scientific communication, and operational activities.

The Technical Writer/Editor works closely with CDC subject matter experts, program managers, and leadership to develop and maintain reports, policies, procedures, presentations, communication materials, and other written deliverables.

## Requirements

-   Research, write, edit, and proofread technical, scientific, operational, and administrative documents.
-   Prepare reports, memoranda, SOPs, manuals, presentations, briefing materials, and correspondence.
-   Edit materials for clarity, consistency, grammar, formatting, and compliance with CDC and federal standards.
-   Collaborate with subject matter experts to translate complex information into user-friendly content.
-   Maintain version control and document management systems.
-   Support development of communication products, policy documents, and program materials.
-   Review and revise scientific and policy-related documents for accuracy and readability.
-   Assist with the preparation of meeting materials, executive briefings, and stakeholder communications.
-   Ensure all documentation complies with Section 508 accessibility requirements.
-   Maintain records and document repositories in accordance with federal records management requirements.
-   Support preparation of monthly reports, technical deliverables, and contract documentation.

### Required Qualifications

-   Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Technical Writing, Communications, Public Health, or related field.
-   Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical writing, editing, or documentation support.
-   Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
-   Strong editing, proofreading, and document formatting abilities.
-   Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems.

### Preferred Qualifications

-   Experience supporting CDC, HHS, or other federal agencies.
-   Familiarity with scientific or public health terminology.
-   Experience writing policies, SOPs, grant documentation, or technical reports.
-   Knowledge of Section 508 accessibility and federal compliance standards.

### Core Competencies

-   Technical Writing and Editing
-   Document Management
-   Research and Analysis
-   Attention to Detail
-   Scientific and Policy Communication
-   Content Organization
-   Quality Assurance
-   Federal Documentation Standards

## Benefits

-   Covers 100% of employee benefit premiums, including Medical (PPO or HDHP Option), Vision, Dental

-   Matching 401K
-   Short- and Long-Term Disability
-   Pet Insurance
-   Professional Development/Education Reimbursement
-   Parking and Transit Benefits for NY, NJ, ATL, and DC Metro areas

**Other Duties:**

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

## Apply

[Apply at Delaware Nation Industries](https://apply.workable.com/dnigov/j/403B57A745/apply)

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