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TECHNICAL WRITER
 
LIMERICK or DUBLIN
 
This is a great opportunity for individuals who have a passion for instructional design, enjoy fast paced environments and are solution orientated.
 
Our Production team is looking for highly literate, creative and meticulous professionals who will be able to create world class scripts and instructional theories for our high-quality training products, including e-learning programmes and online information tools. The individual will have a high proficiency in instructional design, specifically in the area of e-learning as well as excellent writing skills, with exceptional attention to detail. The Technical Writer will be competent to work on their own but also be able to work as a team member along with other professionals.
 
Firecrest Clinical is part of the ICON plc. Group and produces highly visual and engaging products for the Clinical Trial Industry.  Firecrest products help improve Site performance by delivering innovative and effective training to sites while complying with Industry Standards.  As an organisation responsible for the development of clinical training for medical staff, the Technical Writer role is critical to the delivery of accurate, relevant and engaging training products to our clients.
 
Our ideal candidate will have -
 
  • Prior relevant experience in instructional design, specifically in the area of e-learning.
  • Prior experience in the creation of medical or science-based content is preferred (but not essential.)
  • Excellent writing skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with complex and intricate content.
  • Strong creative and design skills.
  • Willingness to assume individual responsibility for own deliverables.
  • Demonstrated ability to work to tight deadlines, in a fast-paced environment.
  • Good team player, with experience working in a multi-functional team.
 
Benefits of Working in ICON
 
ICON enjoys a strong reputation for quality and is focused on staff development.  We make it our mission to attract the most diverse and creative minds into the business and we continually strive to provide opportunities for our people to excel, grow and build a great career.  We understand that our greatest asset is the skills and talents of our people and they are truly what set us apart. 
 
Other than working with a great team of smart and energetic people, we also offer a very competitive benefits package.  This varies from country to country so a dedicated recruiter will discuss this with you at interview stage.
 
We care about our people as they are the key to our success. We provide an open and friendly work environment where we empower people and provide them with opportunities to develop their long term career.   
 
What’s Next?
 
Following your application you will be contacted by one of our dedicated recruiters and if successful we will be able to provide you with more details about this opportunity.
 
ICON is an equal opportunity employer -  M/F/D/V and committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
 
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