Japanese Senior Linguist for Life Science at Welocalize

Tokyo, Japan

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Life Sciences, Translation, LocalizationIndustries

Requirements

University degree in Translation/Applied Languages/Linguistic Studies or equivalent combination of education and experience (University degree in other fields plus 2 years of full time experience in translation; OR 5 years of full time professional experience in translating)
Fluent in English, both written and spoken
Native fluency in TARGET language (Japanese)
8+ years of relevant experience in translation/localization/editing or content writing
5+ years of review experience
Thorough understanding of the localization process
Excellent knowledge of terminology used in various subject matters
Subject-matter expert within company for assigned content specialties, service lines and processes
Excellent user experience of standard CAT tools, e.g. XTM, SDL Studio and issue tracking and query management tools, e.g. JIRA
Ability to learn new localization tools and applications quickly
Excellent user experience of standard software, such as Windows and Office applications
Ability to give clear, concise and constructive feedback
Ability to coordinate internal and external translators
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Ability and willingness to train/teach others and pass on knowledge
Ability to work with tight deadlines
Excellent problem solving skills
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, linguists
Ability, willingness and experience in communicating with customers at various levels
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to work in a virtual team

Responsibilities

Performing copy-edit tasks on assigned projects or accounts
Performing on-demand translation tasks
Performing lead linguist role on assigned accounts
Taking ownership of deliveries that were translated internally or by external partners for one or more accounts into their target language
Preparing, managing and maintaining the language materials (including glossaries, Style Guides, work instruction) up to the quality standards and up to date as required by the account or project
Managing project-related queries
Ensuring good interaction among team members and resolving questions on terminology and language matters
Coordinating with freelancers, agencies and internal linguists on assigned projects or accounts
Testing and qualifying new freelancers and vendors as required
Developing and training of internal linguists/new and existing freelancers according to the accounts’ and Welocalize’s needs
Interacting with clients on linguistic matters as required
Participating in the development of new and improved working processes. Propose process improvements
Meet or exceed the KPIs in terms of productivity, on time delivery, quality
Achieving the goals set by the team manager

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

JapaneseTranslationCopy-editingLinguisticsTerminology ManagementGlossariesStyle GuidesProject ManagementFreelancer CoordinationVendor ManagementQuality AssuranceClient InteractionTeam Training

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What education is required for the Japanese Senior Linguist role?

A university degree in Translation/Applied Languages/Linguistic Studies or equivalent is required, such as a degree in other fields plus 2 years of full-time translation experience, or 5 years of full-time professional translating experience.

What experience and language skills are needed for this position?

Candidates need fluent English (written and spoken), native fluency in the target language (Japanese), 8+ years in translation/localization/editing or content writing, and 5+ years of review experience.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for the Senior Linguist position?

Strong candidates have a relevant degree or equivalent experience, native fluency in Japanese with fluent English, 8+ years in translation/localization, 5+ years in review, thorough understanding of localization processes, and expertise in life science terminology.

Welocalize

Provides AI-driven content localization services

About Welocalize

Welocalize assists businesses in enhancing customer engagement by providing localized content that meets the cultural and linguistic needs of different regions. Their AI-enabled Service Delivery Platform, OPAL, streamlines the translation and approval processes, allowing companies to reduce costs and improve efficiency. Unlike competitors, Welocalize leverages AI and automation to deliver services more effectively, resulting in better business outcomes for clients. The company's goal is to empower businesses to connect with international customers through advanced localization solutions.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

1997Year Founded

$33.1MTotal Funding

GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Accident Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Telemedicine Benefit

Paid Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Mileage Reimbursement

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Voluntary Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Risks

Competition from AI-driven tools like DeepL and Google Translate threatens market share.

Rapid AI advancements may commoditize basic translation services, pressuring differentiation.

Economic uncertainties in key industries could reduce spending on localization services.

Differentiation

Welocalize's OPAL platform uses AI to streamline translation and content adaptation processes.

The company offers specialized linguistic validation services for clinical trials and healthcare.

Welocalize's TranslationRater™ plugin for ChatGPT enhances translation quality assessment capabilities.

Upsides

Growing demand for AI-driven localization boosts Welocalize's market opportunities.

Rising interest in multilingual e-learning aligns with Welocalize's expertise.

Healthcare sector's AI integration offers new service expansion opportunities for Welocalize.

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