We are recruiting for Technical Writer-Editors who will serve as a technical experts and write and edit products that articulate, interpret, and explain complex or potentially controversial policies, programs, and research findings

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.
• Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers.
• The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus.
• Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• A one-year probationary period may be required upon selection/placement.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for a Technical Writer-Editor, GS-1083 position at the GS-12 level, you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: writing and editing products that summarize research studies, describe the work of an organization, and disseminate technical or scientific information; tailoring scientific and technical information for a specific audience; gathering information on a specific subject matter using published journals, online sources, observations, or interviews with subject matter experts; editing materials for consistency, clarity, and conformance to grammar and style guides; and advising authors and designers of effective formats and illustrations to augment a written message. In order to qualify for a Technical Writer-Editor, GS-1083 position at the GS-13 level, you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: writing and editing products that articulate, interpret, and explain policies, programs, and research; analyzing the credibility of data sources for presenting technical information; editing materials for accuracy of technical terminologies and consistency with the organization's mission; and authorizing the clearance of materials for publication. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application.? We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview application questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12447963

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address National Institutes of Health 6701 Rockledge Drive Bethesda, MD 20892 US
• Name: Thalia Austin
• Email: [email protected]