Freelance- Translators/Linguists, Korean into English

IQVIA; Reading; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading analytics provider in Reading is looking for a freelance translator to join their team. This role requires native fluency in English and fluency in Korean, with a minimum of one year of experience translating life sciences content. The ideal candidate will have a degree in translation or linguistics and familiarity with translation management systems. This is a great opportunity to work with a global leader in the life sciences industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience translating life sciences content.
• Must clearly outline document types in CV.
• 2 years of translation experience needed with a degree, or 5 years without.

Responsibilities

• Translate life sciences content from Korean into English.
• Work with deadlines independently.
• Review and edit clinical trial documents.

Skills

Native fluency in English

Fluency in Korean

Experience with translation management systems

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Education

University degree in translation or linguistics

Tools

CAT tools

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IQVIA

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Reading, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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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 Korean into English. 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

If you are interested in joining us, please submit your application in English and include your rates in your application.

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

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