Freelance CTD Language Lead translating and proofreading English - to - Simplified - Chinese Life Science documents. Managing linguistic quality, client feedback, language assets, and linguist teams for TransPerfect.
About the role
- Freelance CTD Language Lead translating Life Science documents from English into Simplified Chinese at TransPerfect. Managing linguistic quality, client feedback, and translator teams.
Responsibilities
- Translate and proofread Life Science documents from English into Simplified Chinese (China)
- Serve as a client-facing linguistic point of contact for TransPerfect
- Review and investigate client complaints and quality-related issues
- Determine root causes and provide documented responses and corrective actions
- Maintain language quality standards across projects and accounts
- Manage translation memories, glossaries, and style guides
- Work with Project Managers on project requirements, scope, timelines, and client expectations
- Gather and relay client feedback and incorporate it into current and future work
- Manage and guide a group of linguists, including assigning work and providing feedback
- Ensure adherence to client requirements and quality standards
- Ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with client and regulatory terminology
Requirements
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English and Simplified Chinese (China)
- Expertise in CTD Quality, CTD Non-Clinical, and/or CTD Clinical fields
- Strong attention to detail, including spelling and grammar accuracy
- Ability to maintain professionalism and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines
- Strong client communication skills, including handling complaints and feedback diplomatically and constructively
- Ability to manage, mentor, and give clear feedback to other linguists
- Strong organizational skills and ability to collaborate with Project Managers and cross-functional teams
- One of the following: degree in Translation, Linguistics, Language Studies, or equivalent program with significant translation training from a recognized university; 2 years of professional translation experience plus a college degree; 5 years of professional translation experience without a college degree; or a translation competence certificate issued by an appropriate government authority
- Applicants must sign a confidentiality agreement
- Candidates must complete free translation and MTPE assessments
- Academic background in pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field preferred
- Experience translating regulatory/pharmaceutical documents preferred
- Familiarity with CTD structure and terminology and CMC technical content preferred
- Prior lead, reviewer, or quality management experience preferred
- Experience with language asset management and CAT tools preferred
Benefits
- Freelance opportunity
- Remote work worldwide
- Opportunity to work with diverse Life Science clients
- Potential full-time freelance commitment (8 hours, 5 days a week)
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