Freelance- Translators/Linguists, English Into Luo

IQVIA Inc; Melbourne; Remote; AUD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA Translation Services is seeking freelance translators for English to Luo in a global life sciences context. This role accepts candidates worldwide; permanent roles may follow for top performers.

Requirements include native Luo, strong English proficiency, and experience with life sciences content and CAT tools. We value the ability to meet tight deadlines and work independently, plus familiarity with translation management systems.

Qualifications

• Native fluency in target language (Luo) and fluency in source languages (English).
• At least 1 year translating, reviewing and editing life sciences content. Must be shown in CV with document types.
• Degree in translation or linguistics with 2+ years translation experience, or no degree with 5+ years translation experience.

Skills

Native fluency Luo

Fluent source languages

Life sciences translation

Education

Translation/linguistics degree + 2+ years

Tools

Translation management systems

CAT tools

Job description

Are you a freelance translator with a passion for life sciences content? Join us on an exciting journey and become a member of our growing global community of linguists. The IQVIA Translation Services team is looking for freelance translators from English into Luo. You will work with a truly global industry leader to deliver content in our target languages and markets in the most effective and timely fashion. For qualified and interested candidates permanent positions may be considered as well. In order to be considered you need to meet the below criteria:

• Native fluency in target language – spoken and written
• Fluency in source language(s) – spoken and written
• At least 1 year of experience translating, reviewing and editing life sciences content including clinical trial documents. Must be clearly outlined in your CV with document types.
• A university degree in translation or linguistics and at least 2 years of translation experience OR no university degree and at least 5 years of translation experience
• Be able to work according to tight deadlines and independently is a must
• Experience with translation management systems and CAT tools is a must
• Prior experience as a translator with a translation and localisation company is desirable, yet not essential

All locations will be considered. We will not accept applications from Agencies. If you represent an agency or team of linguists, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY. This posting is for individual freelancers only. IQVIA is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. We believe in pushing the boundaries of human science and data science to make the biggest impact possible – to help our customers create a healthier world. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com IQVIA is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. We believe in pushing the boundaries of human science and data science to make the biggest impact possible – to help our customers create a healthier world. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com