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ARGO is a leading provider of software and analytics solutions for both the financial services and healthcare industries. ARGO transforms business processes for financial service providers and healthcare organizations using proven business models and software innovation informed by real customer challenges, breakthrough technology, and rich analytics.
JOB SUMMARY
Join our team as a Technical Communicator to collaborate and create world-class documentation for our ARGO products. In this role, you will be the bridge between our program managers, technical teams, and our customers, ensuring a seamless flow of information. You'll work and collaborate with our Technical Communications team, communicating complex information in clear, accurate, and compelling customer-facing documentation. Your contributions will directly influence successful product implementation, usage, and customer satisfaction.
TIME ALLOCATION
- Documentation (65–70%) – Write, edit, format, and publish essential product content.
- Product Collaboration (15–20%) – Work with teams to understand product features and customer needs.
- Team Collaboration (5–10%) – Align with the Technical Communications team on standards and tools.
- Admin & Growth (5%) – Participate in meetings and activities that support your development.
EXPECTED WORK AND PERFORMANCE (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)
Core Responsibilities
- Gather technical information from demos, systems, subject matter experts, and team input to use for developing content.
- Work with subject matter experts to ensure documents are both of high quality and accurate.
- Write and edit content for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Conduct user analysis and gather feedback to better understand the audience of our documents.
- Support writing standards across departments to ensure company-wide consistency.
- Perform peer reviews and apply best practices to documentation drafts.
- Use technology tools effectively in daily tasks.
- Plan and manage documentation projects to meet deadlines.
Performance Expectations
- Customer Satisfaction – Communicate clearly and accurately with product teams.
- Productivity – Manage tasks and meet deadlines.
- Quality – Deliver well-written, properly formatted documentation that adheres to ARGO's style and standards.
- Collaboration – Communicate effectively across channels and contribute to meetings.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in technical communication, journalism, computer science, or English. A related degree with experience as a technical communicator is also acceptable.
- Experience levels vary by role:
- Technical Communicator 1: 0–3 years
- Technical Communicator 2: 3–6 years
- Senior: 6–10+ years
- Lead: 6–10+ years with leadership experience
- Experience creating content for varied technical audiences.
- Experience in software development environments (required for all except level 1).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and authoring tools like MadCap Flare, Robohelp, or Paligo.
REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE
- Strong writing and editing skills.
- Excellent command of English grammar and usage.
- Knowledge of technical communication standards.
- Ability to gather, analyze, and organize information.
- Strong interviewing, listening, and observational skills.
- Analytical thinking and decision-making.
- Ability to work independently or in teams with minimal supervision.
PREFERRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE
- Experience in banking, financial services, or healthcare.
- Familiarity with technical platforms and languages.
- Experience with MadCap Flare.
The position is based in our Richardson, TX office. Daily physical presence in the office is required for interaction with co-workers, attending meetings, and for collaboration on projects.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; sit stationary; constantly operate computer keyboarding and office equipment. talk or hear, to communicate with employees, and/ or customers (must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations). The employee is required to regularly communicate with other employees, confer or coordinate with other employees.
DISCLAIMER
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants for U.S. or Canadian based positions with ARGO must be legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time for ARGO positions.
Pre-employment background screening will be conducted.
ARGO is a leading provider of software and analytics solutions for both the financial services and healthcare industries. ARGO transforms business processes for financial service providers and healthcare organizations using proven business models and software innovation informed by real customer challenges, breakthrough technology, and rich analytics.
JOB SUMMARY
Join our team as a Technical Communicator to collaborate and create world-class documentation for our ARGO products. In this role, you will be the bridge between our program managers, technical teams, and our customers, ensuring a seamless flow of information. You'll work and collaborate with our Technical Communications team, communicating complex information in clear, accurate, and compelling customer-facing documentation. Your contributions will directly influence successful product implementation, usage, and customer satisfaction.
TIME ALLOCATION
- Documentation (65–70%) – Write, edit, format, and publish essential product content.
- Product Collaboration (15–20%) – Work with teams to understand product features and customer needs.
- Team Collaboration (5–10%) – Align with the Technical Communications team on standards and tools.
- Admin & Growth (5%) – Participate in meetings and activities that support your development.
EXPECTED WORK AND PERFORMANCE (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)
Core Responsibilities
- Gather technical information from demos, systems, subject matter experts, and team input to use for developing content.
- Work with subject matter experts to ensure documents are both of high quality and accurate.
- Write and edit content for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Conduct user analysis and gather feedback to better understand the audience of our documents.
- Support writing standards across departments to ensure company-wide consistency.
- Perform peer reviews and apply best practices to documentation drafts.
- Use technology tools effectively in daily tasks.
- Plan and manage documentation projects to meet deadlines.
Performance Expectations
- Customer Satisfaction – Communicate clearly and accurately with product teams.
- Productivity – Manage tasks and meet deadlines.
- Quality – Deliver well-written, properly formatted documentation that adheres to ARGO's style and standards.
- Collaboration – Communicate effectively across channels and contribute to meetings.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in technical communication, journalism, computer science, or English. A related degree with experience as a technical communicator is also acceptable.
- Experience levels vary by role:
- Technical Communicator 1: 0–3 years
- Technical Communicator 2: 3–6 years
- Senior: 6–10+ years
- Lead: 6–10+ years with leadership experience
- Experience creating content for varied technical audiences.
- Experience in software development environments (required for all except level 1).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and authoring tools like MadCap Flare, Robohelp, or Paligo.
REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE
- Strong writing and editing skills.
- Excellent command of English grammar and usage.
- Knowledge of technical communication standards.
- Ability to gather, analyze, and organize information.
- Strong interviewing, listening, and observational skills.
- Analytical thinking and decision-making.
- Ability to work independently or in teams with minimal supervision.
PREFERRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE
- Experience in banking, financial services, or healthcare.
- Familiarity with technical platforms and languages.
- Experience with MadCap Flare.
The position is based in our Richardson, TX office. Daily physical presence in the office is required for interaction with co-workers, attending meetings, and for collaboration on projects.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; sit stationary; constantly operate computer keyboarding and office equipment. talk or hear, to communicate with employees, and/ or customers (must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations). The employee is required to regularly communicate with other employees, confer or coordinate with other employees.
DISCLAIMER
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants for U.S. or Canadian based positions with ARGO must be legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time for ARGO positions.
Pre-employment background screening will be conducted.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Mining & Natural Resources
- Transportation & Logistics
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in science communicator jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in a natural science, journalism, or communications field
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific concepts for general audiences
- Experience producing written content such as articles, blog posts, or press releases
- Proficiency with digital content tools including content management systems and graphic editing software
- Familiarity with social media platforms and digital analytics reporting
- Experience collaborating with researchers, subject matter experts, or program staff
Tips for Your Science Communicator Job Search
Tailor your portfolio to audience type
Science communicators work for very different audiences, from K-12 students to policy makers to general consumers. Lead your portfolio with samples that match the audience your target employer serves, not a catch-all collection of everything you've ever written or produced.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists science communicator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight translation work over raw credentials
Hiring managers care less about your degree field and more about your ability to convert dense technical content into clear language. Annotate each portfolio piece with a one-line note explaining the original source material and the target audience you wrote it for.
Name the platforms and formats you produce for
Generic phrases like 'multimedia experience' don't land. Your resume should specify whether you produce short-form video, long-form editorial, podcast scripts, live event programming, or social content, and name the channels where your work has appeared.
Prepare a plain-language explanation test answer
Many science communicator interviews include a live exercise: explain a complex concept to a non-expert in two minutes or less. Practice with topics outside your specialty so you're not relying on domain knowledge to carry you through.
Negotiate scope before negotiating title
Science communicator roles vary enormously in independence and output ownership. Before countering on title or compensation, ask what percentage of work is original content creation versus approval-stage editing or administrative coordination, so you know exactly what you're accepting.
Science Communicator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most science communicators?
The most active employers for science communicators right now are DFW International Airport, Cleveland Brothers Equipment Company, and ARGO, and the most openings are in Texas, Pennsylvania, and Missouri, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is spread across museums, research institutions, public health agencies, and science media outlets.
How many science communicator jobs are remote?
About 0% of science communicator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote work most common in science writing, podcast production, and digital content roles. Positions tied to live programming, museum exhibits, or in-person outreach events are more likely to require on-site presence.
How do you become a science communicator?
Start by building a portfolio of work that demonstrates you can explain a technical subject clearly to a non-expert audience. Contribute to science blogs, university news offices, or community outreach programs to get published samples. Many practitioners come from a science background and develop communication skills on the job, while others study journalism or communications and build scientific literacy over time. Networking with working science communicators through professional associations accelerates the transition.
Can you get a science communicator job with little or no experience?
Yes, entry-level science communicator roles exist, and employers in this field consistently weight portfolio quality over years of experience. Volunteer writing for a university research lab's newsletter, contributing to a science podcast, or running social content for a local nature center all count. Focus your application on two or three strong samples that show clear, accurate translation of a technical topic rather than a long list of unrelated writing credits.
What does the science communicator interview process look like?
Most science communicator interviews include an initial screening call focused on your background and communication philosophy, followed by a portfolio review with a hiring panel that may include scientists and communications staff. A writing or editing exercise is common, often asking you to simplify a dense abstract or draft a short explainer on an assigned topic. Final-round conversations typically cover editorial judgment, collaboration style, and how you handle fact-checking disagreements with subject matter experts.
Where can I find and apply to science communicator jobs?
You can find and apply to science communicator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your background and the audiences you want to reach, then apply directly to each listing.
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