Jennifer Ruden Pmp, Doe Q Clearance
About Jennifer Ruden Pmp, Doe Q Clearance
Jennifer Ruden is a Senior Technical Writer at Sandia National Laboratories with a diverse background in writing, project management, and education. She holds a DOE Q Clearance and has published a novel and various creative works.
Current Role at Sandia National Laboratories
Jennifer Ruden is currently employed as a Senior Technical Writer at Sandia National Laboratories, a position she has held since 2021. Based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, she contributes her expertise in technical writing to support the lab's research and development efforts. Her role involves synthesizing complex technical information into clear and accessible documentation, essential for internal and external stakeholders.
Previous Experience at Creative Systems and Consulting
Prior to her current role, Jennifer worked at Creative Systems and Consulting in two capacities. In 2021, she served as a Project Manager for 10 months, overseeing project timelines, resources, and deliverables. From 2017 to 2021, she also held the position of Senior Technical Writer/Editor, where she focused on producing and refining technical documents to ensure clarity and accuracy.
Academic Background and Education
Jennifer holds a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing from the University of Oregon (1999-2001). She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology from Penn State University (1993-1997). Her educational background combines a strong foundation in the arts and sciences, enabling her to approach technical writing with a unique perspective.
Published Works and Awards
In addition to her technical writing career, Jennifer is an accomplished author. She published a novel titled 'Camp Utopia & The Forgiveness Diet' in 2014. Her creative works have appeared in several journals, and she has received notable accolades, including winning an Orlando award for creative nonfiction and being nominated for the Pushcart Prize two years in a row.
Professional Roles in Albuquerque
Jennifer has held various professional roles in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was a Faculty Research Support Officer at the University of New Mexico Clinical and Translational Science Center (CTSC) from 2015 to 2017. She also served as a Learning Center Supervisor at CNM - Central New Mexico Community College from 2012 to 2015 and was the Director of Education and Training at Ser de New Mexico from 2001 to 2005.