Apply Edge Start your job search

English to Spanish (LatAm) Life Sciences Linguist

Welocalize · United States

Apply & track with Apply Edge
About Welo Life Sciences Welo Life Sciences, a Welo Global brand, is a specialized language and technology partner serving pharmaceutical, CRO, and medical device organizations operating in regulated global markets. We deliver regulator-ready translation, linguistic validation, and localization solutions that support clinical trials, pharmacovigilance, regulatory affairs, labeling, and global commercialization. Our approach combines subject matter expertise with ISO-certified quality processes and technology-enabled workflows designed to integrate seamlessly into life sciences operations. With extensive experience supporting global product development and post-market requirements, Welo Life Sciences helps organizations accelerate timelines, protect data integrity, and maintain compliance across languages and regions. All solutions are delivered within a secure, audit-ready framework supported by seven ISO certifications.  welolifesciences.comAbout the RoleWe are looking for experienced English into Spanish (LatAm) linguists specializing in Clinical-trial, Pharmacovigilance and Regulatory document translation.Key ResponsibilitiesTranslate clinical research, regulatory and pharmacovigilance documents from English to Spanish LatAmPerform Machine Translation Post-Editing (MTPE) on machine-translated safety contentPerform Copy Edit (translation review) of translated/post-edited content for accuracy, tone, and consistencyMeet strict, non-extendable turnaround times on time-sensitive contentWork within the client's CAT tool environment (XTM/Phrase), also Track Changes in Microsoft Word following project-specific setup instructionsField of ExpertiseClinical Research Documents (protocols and synopses, IB, ICF, Patient Sheets, Patient Diaries)Regulatory Documents (SmPC, PIL, Labels, CTD Modules)Pharmacovigilance Documents (PSUR, DSUR, RMP, SAE and AE)Must-Have CriteriaApplicant must meet at least one of the following criteria:EducationA degree in Translation, Linguistics, or Language Studies (or an equivalent degree) orRecognized graduate qualification in any other field, plus a minimum of two years of full-time professional experience in translation orA minimum of five years of full-time professional experience in translationRelevant translation experienceAt least two years of practical translation experience, specifically with life sciences (clinical trials and pharmacovigilance) and medical documentsTechnical SkillsFamiliarity with CAT tools (XTM/Phrase), License will be providedFamiliarity with Track Changes in Microsoft WordNice-to-HaveDegree in Medicine, Biology, Biochemistry, Clinical Research, Translation, Linguistics, Philology or similarIn-house industry experience at a CRO or pharmaceutical companyBefore ApplyingPlease note there will be an assessment as part of our onboarding and quality procedure, please only apply if you're willing to complete our assessment. Please ensure your latest English CV accurately reflects your Life Sciences and Medical translation experience, including years of experience specifically in Life Sciences, the document types you’ve translated, CAT tool you've used, and relevant details also your contact information (email AND phone number). We look forward to receiving your application! Job Reference: We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.