Freelance Translator: English to Afrikaans (Life Sciences)

IQVIA Inc; Melbourne; Remote; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA Translation Services is seeking freelance translators for English to Afrikaans to join a growing global community of linguists. You'll translate, review and edit life sciences content, including clinical trial documents, with strict adherence to deadlines and quality standards.

Qualified candidates may be considered for permanent roles. All locations will be considered. Experience with translation management systems and CAT tools is essential.

Qualifications

• Native fluency in Afrikaans, both written and spoken.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• At least 1 year translating, reviewing and editing life sciences content, including clinical trial documents.
• University degree in translation or linguistics and at least 2 years translation experience OR 5+ years translation experience without a degree.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and independently.
• Experience with translation management systems and CAT tools.

Responsibilities

• Translate life sciences content from English to Afrikaans.
• Review and edit translations for accuracy and consistency.
• Meet tight deadlines and manage multiple files independently.

Skills

Native Afrikaans

English fluency

Life sciences translation

CAT tools

Translation management systems

Deadline driven

Education

University degree in translation or linguistics

5+ years translation experience without degree

Job description

IQVIA Translation Services is seeking freelance translators for English to Afrikaans to join a growing global community of linguists. You'll translate, review and edit life sciences content, including clinical trial documents, with strict adherence to deadlines and quality standards.

Qualified candidates may be considered for permanent roles. All locations will be considered. Experience with translation management systems and CAT tools is essential.