Translator-Reviser (Korean/English) - 26266-FT

Localization Academy Inc.; Genf; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

World Intellectual Property Organization in Geneva seeks an experienced translator and quality assessor for the Asian Languages Section 1, PCT Translation Division. You will translate, post-edit and review Korean-to-English texts for patent-related content, ensuring accuracy and consistency across technical material.

You will mentor translators, help develop training materials, and contribute to terminology assets and QA processes, leveraging CAT/NMT/AI tools to improve quality and delivery.

Qualifications

• Advanced translation, revision, editing and quality assessment skills.
• Ability to give authoritative feedback on translation.
• Ability to grasp scientific, technical and legal issues across fields.
• Ability to train and guide translators.

Responsibilities

• Assess translation quality of suppliers' Korean->English translations.
• Provide authoritative responses to queries from agencies, freelancers, internal translators and end users; review processes.
• Translate, post-edit and self-revise texts in scientific and technical subjects from Korean to English.
• Train, mentor and provide feedback to translators and fellows; develop training materials and guidelines.
• Contribute to terminology database development and research; support quality assurance measures.
• Assist in selecting translation tests for employment and external providers.
• Use and evaluate CAT, NMT and AI tools; collaborate with tech team on tool adoption and impact on quality.
• Stay updated on translation developments; perform related duties as required.

Skills

Advanced translation

Korean language proficiency

English language proficiency

Quality assessment

Education

Advanced translation degree

Bachelor's + 2 years experience

Tools

CAT tools

AI-based translation tools

Terminology databases

Job description

Asian Languages Section 1, PCT Translation Division, Patents and Technology Sector

Contract Duration - 2 years *

Duty Station: CH-Geneva

Application Deadline: 05-Nov-2026, 11:59:00 PM CEST

1. Organizational Context

a. Organizational Setting

The post is located in the Asian Languages Section 1, PCT Translation Division in the Patents and Technology Sector. The PCT Translation Division is responsible for delivering high-quality publication-ready translation in relation to patent applications filed under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT). In particular, the PCT Translation Division is responsible for translating scientific, technical and legal documents, mainly the abstracts of international patent applications and scientific, technical and legal reports relating to the patentability of inventions.

b. Purpose Statement

This role exists to ensure high-quality translation of specialized scientific and technical texts relating to the international patent applications. The incumbent assesses translation quality, translates and self-revises complex material and answers translation-related questions from customers, suppliers, and end-users. The incumbent is also responsible for strengthening translator and supplier capabilities, improving translation and terminological assets, as well as QC processes, and maximizing the use of the latest language technology solutions to support high-quality delivery and improved client experience.

c. Reporting Lines

The incumbent works under the supervision of the Head of the Asian Languages Section 1.

2. Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent will perform the following principal duties:

a. Assess the quality of translations provided by the Division's translation suppliers (internal and outsourced) in the patent, scientific and technical subject fields for accuracy of meaning and terminology from Korean into English, to ensure accuracy of meaning and terminology as well as the application of established guidelines; provide feedback to suppliers; revise the translations of in-house translators as needed;

b. Provide authoritative and comprehensive answers to queries from translation suppliers including agencies, freelancers, internal translators and end users on a variety of complex translation issues; review processes and feedback to improve delivery;

c. Translate, post-edit and self-revise texts in a wide range of scientific and technical subjects from Korean into English meeting the standards of quality, quantity and timeliness of the Division;

d. Train, mentor and provide feedback to translators, novice revisers and translation trainees (fellows) and contracted agencies on translation of a wide field of subjects and on the specifics of PCT Translation; contribute to the development of re-usable training materials; prepare guidelines and reference materials for the improvement of quality; and provide input for the development of the quality assurance measures of the Division;

e. Participate in the compilation of the terminology database of the Division which is used to ensure the quality and consistency of the end product; identify potential subject fields requiring terminological research and support and conduct such research as requested;

f. Participate in the selection and assessment of translation tests to identify suitable candidates for employment and external translation providers;

g. Use and evaluate the latest translation technology and terminology tools (CAT, NMT, AI-based tools, etc.). In close collaboration with the technical team, provide linguistic expertise to ensure the adoption of efficient solutions and evaluate the effect of these solutions on translation performance and quality;

h. Keep abreast of developments in the area of translation;

i. Perform other related duties as required.

3. Requirements

Education (Essential)

Advanced university degree in translation, modern languages, a technical or scientific field, or in a related field.

A first-level university degree in one of the aforementioned subjects plus an additional two years of relevant professional experience in addition to the essential experience mentioned below may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

Experience (Essential)

At least seven years of relevant professional experience, mainly in technical or scientific translation.

Experience (Desirable)

Experience in translation in a technical or scientific field, or in the field of intellectual property.

Language (Essential)

Mother-tongue level of English and excellent knowledge of Korean (first translation language).

Language (Desirable)

Ability to translate from English into Korean.

Job Related Competencies (Essential)

Advanced translation, revision, editing, and quality assessment skills, with an ability to produce accurate and idiomatically correct translations in line with established translation guidelines.

Ability to give authoritative and meaningful feedback to others on translation.

Ability to grasp scientific, technical and legal issues in a wide variety of fields.

Ability to train and provide guidance to translators.

Ability to work with the latest translation technology and software that aid the translation process.

Ability to work accurately and respect strict deadlines.

Excellent communication, interpersonal and client engagement skills and an ability to maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Proficiency in digital tools and online collaboration platforms.

Commitment to continuous professional development and the proactive adoption of the latest technologies, including AI-enabled tools, to improve productivity, collaboration and service delivery.

Job Related Competencies (Desirable)

Knowledge of the subject matter dealt with by WIPO.

Ability to analyze business intelligence data relating to translation activities.

4. Organizational Competencies

1. Communicating effectively.

2. Showing team spirit.

3. Demonstrating integrity.

4. Valuing diversity.

5. Producing results.

6. Showing service orientation.

7. Seeing the big picture.

8. Seeking change and innovation.

9. Developing yourself and others.

For more information, including on the salaries and benefits, please check the WIPO Careers website.