The ASPIRE center, headquartered at Utah State University, is seeking a talented Technical Writer to join our dynamic team. This role will play a vital part in facilitating effective communication within our Engineering Research Center as well as the State of Utah's Electrified Transportation Initiative, bridging the gap between complex technical research and external stakeholders. The Technical Writer will be responsible for creating, editing, and maintaining documentation that conveys the scientific and engineering research findings, technologies, and achievements of ASPIRE to a wide range of audiences. These include documents for proposals, project reports, public relations and marketing, community engagement, and annual reports to NSF and the State of Utah. This position is an excellent opportunity for an experienced writer who is passionate about science and engineering and thrives in a collaborative, interdisciplinary research environment. 

This position is eligible for hybrid work within the state of Utah.

• Document Outcomes: Collaborate with researchers and scientists to translate complex technical information into clear and accessible documentation, including research papers, reports, and technical publications.
• Proposal and Grant Writing: Assist in the development and writing of grant proposals, research reports, and other technical documents to secure funding and support for ASPIRE's initiatives.
• Communication and Outreach: Create and maintain content for ASPIRE's website, press releases, newsletters, and social media to promote research activities, achievements, and public engagement.
• Editing and Proofreading: Review and edit documents for accuracy, consistency, and clarity, ensuring they adhere to ASPIRE's style and formatting guidelines.
• Knowledge Management: Manage and organize a repository of technical documents, ensuring they are readily accessible for team members and external stakeholders.
• Graphic Design Collaboration: Work closely with graphic designers to create visually appealing documents that effectively convey technical information.
• Collaborative Approach: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including researchers, engineers, administrators, and industry partners to gather information and insights for documentation.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as technical writing, engineering, or a scientific discipline, or additional equivalent work experience and training. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Proven experience in technical writing, with a strong portfolio demonstrating the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with scientific and engineering terminology and concepts is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of or experience with research proposal and grant writing is an advantage.
• Graphic design skills and proficiency in tools like Adobe Creative Suite are a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software tools for document creation and management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV"
2. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application
3. Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

The ASPIRE Center is a National Science Foundation (NSF) Engineering Research Center (ERC) that is headquartered at Utah State University. Our research leads the nation in supporting adoption and advancing the electrified transportation industry! We are the first of its kind in the world to take a holistic approach to eliminate range and charging as barriers to electrifying all vehicle classes, from passenger cars to heavy duty trucks. The ASPIRE team serves as a trusted guide for society and as a champion for inclusive pathways into a diverse engineering workforce specially trained to support the ensuing cross-industry transformations. ASPIRE has grown to over 400 participants across 10 university partners and has more than 60 industry and innovation members actively engaged in its programs. The Center has raised more than $100 million in research and development and pilot project support since 2020 and maintains efforts in research and development and "beyond research" commercialization, pilot projects, and planning support. Since 2023, ASPIRE has been designated by the State of Utah as the lead institution for statewide strategic planning for electrified transportation.

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