Life Sciences, French (France) Linguist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in France.

📋 Description

• Translate and review content related to Marketing/UI and Life Sciences (from English to French - France)

• Carry out copyediting tasks for designated projects or accounts (from English to French - France)

• Provide primary support for assigned projects or accounts

• Manage and update language assets, which include glossaries, style guides, and work instructions, to ensure compliance with account/project quality standards

• Conduct research to guarantee high-quality output

• Master or learn the tools required for translation tasks

• Rigorously adhere to established processes, including raising queries as needed

• Engage with clients on linguistic issues when necessary

• Contribute to the creation of new and enhanced workflows

• Develop and mentor internal linguists and freelancers (both new and existing) based on account and Welocalize requirements

⛳️ Requirements

• Native proficiency in French (France)

• Fluent in English (both written and spoken, across various registers)

• Over 3 years of experience in the translation/localization of Marketing/UI and Life Sciences content

• Experience in Finance translation is an advantage

• University degree in Translation, Applied Languages, or a comparable combination of education and experience

• Comprehensive understanding of the localization process

• Proficient in standard software, including Windows and Microsoft Office applications

• Familiarity with standard CAT tools (e.g., XTM, SDL Trados Studio) and issue tracking/query management tools (e.g., JIRA)

• Capability to effectively present information and address questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and linguists

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development