Italian Language Specialist

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Job Description

Thermo Fisher Scientific Language Services is looking for a n Italian Language Specialist with experience in clinical translation and quality assurance to join the internal team. 

Essential functions would include:

• Coordinating and managing the final quality of assigned translations to ensure a high quality standard. 

• Running language assets, e.g. translation memories, terminology and style guides.

• Performing occasional linguistic tasks including initial translation and revision

• Performing quality checks on clinical translations ( ICFs , protocols, IBs , patient diaries, etc.). 

• Developing and maintaining terminology for the Italian language

• Ensuring Italian translation memories are updated. 

• Setting and executing linguistic quality assurance process for the assigned language globally as required . 

• Using CAT technology to monitor quality of outsourced language translations and external suppliers.

• Analyzing language quality issues and working on any quality improvement plans with project management. 
  

Applicants should meet one of the below educational/professional requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in translations, linguistics or language studies with significant translation studies from a recognized institution or higher education.

• Bachelor's degree in another field and 2 years of full-time translation experience (preferred in clinical translation).

• If no Bachelor's degree, 5 years of full-time translation experience (preferred in clinical translation).

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Native Language: Italian

• CAT/TMS Tool Experience Required Proven Terminology and TM experience required

• Proven skills of multi-tasking, time management, organization, and attention to detail

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• Proficiency in MS Office suite