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Spanish Latam Language Specialist

Thermo Fisher Scientific Language Services is looking for a Spanish Language Specialist in Latin America 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, revision, client feedback implementation 

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

Developing and maintaining terminology and style guides for the language 

Ensuring Spanish Latam 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 team. 

Applicants should meet the below educational/professional requirements:  

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

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

Native Language: Spanish – any Latin American variant - 

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