English to French (France) Linguist for Life Sciences
Job description
Experienced English into French (France) linguists are needed to translate clinical-trials, pharmacovigilance and regulatory documents for life sciences clients. The role involves translation, machine translation post-editing and copy editing within the client's CAT tool environment.
At a glance
- Work mode
- Remote · Europe
- Languages
- English, French
What you'll do
- Translate clinical research, regulatory and pharmacovigilance documents from English to French.
- Perform Machine Translation Post-Editing (MTPE) on machine-translated safety content.
- Perform Copy Edit (translation review) of translated/post-edited content for accuracy, tone, and consistency.
- Meet strict, non-extendable turnaround times on time-sensitive content.
- Work within the client's CAT tool environment (XTM/Phrase), also Track Changes in Microsoft Word following project-specific setup instructions.
What we're looking for
- Applicant must meet at least one of the following criteria: a degree in Translation, Linguistics, or Language Studies (or an equivalent degree); or a recognized graduate qualification in any other field plus a minimum of two years of full-time professional experience in translation; or a minimum of five years of full-time professional experience in translation.
- At least two years of practical translation experience, specifically with life sciences (clinical trials and pharmacovigilance) and medical documents.
- Familiarity with CAT tools (XTM/Phrase), License will be provided.
- Familiarity with Track Changes in Microsoft Word.
Nice to have
- Degree in Medicine, Biology, Biochemistry, Clinical Research, Translation, Linguistics, Philology or similar.
- In-house industry experience at a CRO or pharmaceutical company.
How to get hired
- 1Assessment as part of onboarding and quality procedure.
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About Welo Life Sciences (Welo Global)
A specialized language and technology partner serving pharmaceutical, CRO, and medical device organizations operating in regulated global markets.
Welo Life Sciences, a Welo Global brand, delivers regulator-ready translation, linguistic validation, and localization solutions that support clinical trials, pharmacovigilance, regulatory affairs, labeling, and global commercialization. Its approach combines subject matter expertise with ISO-certified quality processes and technology-enabled workflows designed to integrate seamlessly into life sciences operations. All solutions are delivered within a secure, audit-ready framework supported by seven ISO certifications.
Key facts
- Language and technology services for life sciences
- Seven ISO certifications
- ISO-certified quality processes
- Serves pharmaceutical, CRO, and medical device organizations
- Solutions delivered within a secure, audit-ready framework