I seek a remote role leading a documentation team or working as a senior or lead technical writer.
Adrian Morse
@adrianmorse
Experienced technical writer and documentation manager specialising in DTP and knowledge systems.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced technical writer and documentation manager with deep expertise in Confluence, MadCap Flare, single‑source publishing and desktop publishing workflows. I have led distributed teams, built cloud documentation servers (MadCap Central, GitHub/Read-the-docs), created large client-facing wikis and established client-specific portals using K15t Scroll apps.
I have produced regulated release notes, installation guides, scientific papers and training materials, managed localization projects and introduced AI-based processes for tech writing teams. My background includes a Ph.D. in applied physics, extensive software and scripting knowledge, and a track record of improving documentation quality and processes across medical, telecommunications and defence sectors.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Technical Documentation Director
EIS Group
May 2021 - Nov 2025 (4 years 6 months)
Direct responsibility for maintaining and improving large client-facing Confluence documentation (50,000+ pages), establishing single-source portals with K15t Scroll, and leading distributed technical writing teams to deliver FDA-compliant release notes and user guides.
Documentation Manager
Picis R&D
Jan 2006 - Jan 2021 (15 years)
Managed documentation for medical software, created user documentation that supported a UK NHS contract win, improved bug reporting and verification processes, and produced training materials and FDA-compliant release notes.
Learning Developer and Team Lead
Picis R&D
Jan 1999 - Jan 2006 (7 years)
Led learning development for clinical software, created integrated user guides and training materials, and supervised cross-functional teams to deliver e-learning and in-person training for hospital customers.
Technical Writer
Lernaut and Hauspie
Jan 1997 - Jan 1999 (2 years)
Produced technical documentation and manuals for software and hardware products, managed localization of materials, and translated technical documents from Spanish to English for corporate clients.
Conducted applied physics research on liquid crystal displays, produced published papers, and performed statistical data analysis under a two-year postdoctoral contract.
Delivered undergraduate physics teaching and course support during a one-year contract in the Physics Department.
Electrical Engineer
GEC-Marconi Underwater Systems
Jan 1990 - Jan 1991 (1 year)
Worked as an electrical engineer and torpedo trials analyst, performing instrumentation tasks and trial analysis for underwater systems.
Quality Control Engineer
3M U.K.
Jan 1987 - Jan 1988 (1 year)
Performed quality control and statistical analysis in the audiovisual department, contributing to process improvements and data-driven quality initiatives.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Manchester
Doctor of Philosophy, Applied Physics
Grade: PhD.
Activities and societies: Kayak club
Completed a Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Applied Physics with research on liquid crystal displays; degree homologado by the Spanish government.
University of Salford
Bachelor of Science, Applied Physics
Grade: First Class Honours
Graduated with First Class Honours (B.Sc.) in Applied Physics and awarded the course prize for best exam results; title homologado by the Spanish government.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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