Freelance Full-Time English into Simplified Chinese – CTD Module Language Lead

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in China, +1 more country.

📋 Description

• Translate and proofread Life Science documents from English into Simplified Chinese (China).

• Serve as a client-facing linguistic liaison for TransPerfect.

• Review and address client complaints and issues related to quality.

• Identify root causes and provide documented responses along with corrective actions.

• Uphold language quality standards across various projects and accounts.

• Manage translation memories, glossaries, and style guides effectively.

• Collaborate with Project Managers regarding project requirements, scope, timelines, and client expectations.

• Collect and communicate client feedback, integrating it into ongoing and future projects.

• Oversee and guide a team of linguists, including task assignment and feedback provision.

• Ensure compliance with client requirements, regulatory terminology, and quality standards.

⛳️ Requirements

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in English and Simplified Chinese (China).

• Proficiency in one or more areas of CTD Quality, CTD Non-Clinical, or CTD Clinical fields.

• Keen attention to detail, particularly in spelling and grammar accuracy.

• Ability to maintain professionalism and deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.

• Strong client communication skills, adept at addressing complaints and feedback in a diplomatic and constructive manner.

• Capability to manage, mentor, and provide clear feedback to fellow linguists.

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to collaborate with Project Managers and cross-functional teams.

• Candidates must fulfill at least one of the following criteria: a degree in Translation, Linguistics, Language Studies, or a comparable program with substantial translation training from an accredited university; 2 years of professional translation experience along with a college degree; 5 years of professional translation experience without a college degree; or possess a translation competence certificate issued by an appropriate government authority.

• Preferred academic background includes pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, biochemistry, or a related discipline.

• Experience in translating regulatory or pharmaceutical documents.

• Familiarity with CTD structure, terminology, and CMC technical content.

• Previous experience in a lead, reviewer, or quality management capacity, including the management of client feedback or complaints.

• Experience with language asset management and CAT tools.

• Must sign a confidentiality agreement.

• Completion of free translation and MTPE assessments is required.

• Proficiency in English and Simplified Chinese (China) is mandatory.

🏝️ Benefits

• Freelance opportunity.

• Remote work.

• Chance to collaborate with a diverse client base in the Life Science industries.