Full-Time Freelance Language Lead – English to Simplified Chinese

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants anywhere in the world.

📋 Description

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

• Act as a client-facing linguistic representative for TransPerfect.

• Review and address client complaints and quality-related concerns.

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

• 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 tasks.

• Supervise and mentor a team of linguists, including task assignments and feedback provision.

• Ensure compliance with client requirements and quality benchmarks.

• Guarantee accuracy, consistency, and adherence to client and regulatory terminology.

⛳️ Requirements

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

• Proficient knowledge in CTD Quality, CTD Non-Clinical, and/or CTD Clinical areas.

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

• Capacity to maintain professionalism and produce high-quality work under tight deadlines.

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

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

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

• One of the following qualifications: a degree in Translation, Linguistics, Language Studies, or an equivalent program with substantial translation training from a recognized institution; 2 years of professional translation experience along with a college degree; 5 years of professional translation experience without a college degree; or a translation competence certificate granted by an appropriate governmental body.

• Candidates must sign a confidentiality agreement.

• Applicants must complete free translation and MTPE assessments.

• An academic background in pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field is preferred.

• Experience in translating regulatory or pharmaceutical documents is preferred.

• Familiarity with CTD structure and terminology and CMC technical content is advantageous.

• Previous experience in lead, reviewer, or quality management roles is preferred.

• Experience with language asset management and CAT tools is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Freelance opportunity.

• Remote work available worldwide.

• Opportunity to engage with a variety of Life Science clients.

• Potential for a full-time freelance commitment (8 hours a day, 5 days a week).