Scientific Technical Editor

1 month ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Attainx Inc. Full time

Job Title: Scientific Technical Editor

Location: Washington, DC / Hybrid Remote

Citizenship Requirement: Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident with ability to pass a Public Trust level background check

AttainX, Inc. is in search of a highly energetic Senior Technical Editor with strong technical, communication skills and organizational skills to support our government client.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Facilitates document preparation and development in close collaboration with, management, leadership, and staff; and edit and produce documents and reports such as national strategic plans and Supplements to the President's Budget to the high standards of accuracy and quality required.
  • Demonstrates flexibility in managing multiple tasks and assignments, with tight, deadlines.
  • Collaborates with leadership and colleagues to ensure that documents are compelling, engaging, and technically accurate.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of publishing requirements for reports, strategies, and brochures.
  • Provides technical analysis, prepares reviews of the literature, and develops summaries or analysis of meetings and/or reports as requested by Federal leaders.
  • Monitors NITRD and OSTP science and technology R&D publications to maintain awareness of National R&D priorities and developments in the NITRD program component areas.
  • Maintains awareness of NITRD interagency and individual agency activities related to the successful execution of NITRD plans and documents.

Required Skills and Experience:

  • US Citizen or Permanent Resident with ability to pass a background investigation.
  • Bachelor's degree and minimum ten (10) years' relevant experience required, which may include roles in scientific research, science policy, science/technical writing, or other experiences that demonstrate translatable skills.
  • Proficiency in document production software including Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat and demonstrated publication management experience.
  • Top-quality editorial skills, for structure, content, and clarity, as well as grammar and spelling.
  • Familiarity with document accessibility requirements associated with Section 508 and tools and techniques to develop 508-compliant documents.
  • Familiarity with the scientific field, and of the functioning of the U.S. Government.
  • Demonstrated high-level analytical and writing skills.
  • Exceptional organizational and exquisite attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaborative teams.
  • Strong communication skills, team player, and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated creative thinker and quick learner.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

  • Twelve (12) years of relevant experience, which may include roles in scientific research, science policy, science/technical writing, or other experiences that demonstrate translatable skills.
  • Extensive knowledge and understanding of the scientific field, and of the functioning of the U.S. Government, particularly the Executive Branch.
  • Experience developing large, multi-faceted, high-profile reports and strategic plans.

About Us

AttainX Inc. is SBA Certified 8(a), Women Owned Small Business (WOSB), Economically Disadvantaged WOSB (EDWOSB), CMMI Level 3, ISO 9001:2015 certified QMS and Silver Level SaFe Partner. For more than 12 years, AttainX, Inc. has delivered emergent technologies, software products, and high-quality services that meet the needs of our Federal Government customers.

The last 3 years have shown significant company growth as we have increased our contracts portfolio and hold the "Best in Class" contract vehicles, GSA MAS and OASIS Small Business and 8(a) Pools 1, 2 and 3. In addition, we are prime on several Agency Specific IDIQ's and BPA's with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Department of Energy, Navy, Health and Human Service and the Defense Intelligence Agency.

AttainX is dedicated to quality and best practices for the services we provide. We understand our people are the key ingredient to ensuring our customers Mission and Goals are met with excellence.

Benefits

We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to include paid vacation, medical, dental, vision, matching 401K plan, tuition/training reimbursement, and Long & Short Term Disability.

EEO Commitment:

AttainX is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer, we are committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law. These protections also extend to applicants. Follow the links below to find out more;

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Accommodations:

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable workplace accommodation, please send an email to AttainX HR. Indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.

Physical Demands:

Sitting and working on a computer for long, continuous periods each day; effective communications by telephone, email, and face-to-face; standing, walking, and sitting; handling and feeling objects or controls; reaching; talking and hearing; lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds; and specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus.

Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.



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