[All remote jobs](https://jobicy.com/jobs.md)[![Welo Global logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2026/06/83c40f94-221.webp)](https://jobicy.com/company/welo-global.md)[Welo Global](https://jobicy.com/company/welo-global.md) # English to German Linguist for Life Sciences AI Summary Welo Life Sciences seeks an experienced English-to-German freelance linguist for regulated life-sciences content. The role covers translation, machine-translation post-editing, and copy editing of clinical-trial, pharmacovigilance, and regulatory documents. The linguist will use client CAT environments such as XTM or Phrase and Microsoft Word Track Changes while meeting non-extendable deadlines. Applicants need demonstrated medical and life-sciences translation experience, strong German-language command, and willingness to complete an onboarding assessment.[Apply for this job](#job-application)[View company](https://jobicy.com/company/welo-global.md)ShareRemote from[Europe](https://jobicy.com/job-region/europe.md)SalaryUndisclosedDepartment[Content & Editorial](https://jobicy.com/categories/copywriting.md)EmploymentContractExperienceOpen levelPublished7 Nov 2026Apply before7 Dec 2026Listing views41Application actions2Application toolkit ## Make your next move. Prepare your resume, explore your fit, and draft a cover letter for this opportunity. Opportunity details ## About this role. ### About Welo Life Sciences Welo Life Sciences, a [Welo Global](https://jobicy.com/company/welo-global.md) 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.com](https://www.welolifesciences.com/) ### About the Role We are looking for experienced English into German linguists specializing in Clinical-trial, Pharmacovigilance and Regulatory document translation. ### Key Responsibilities * Translate clinical research, regulatory and pharmacovigilance documents from English to German. * 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. ### Field of Expertise * Clinical 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 Criteria * Applicant must meet at least one of the following criteria: Education * A degree in Translation, Linguistics, or Language Studies (or an equivalent degree) or * 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 Relevant translation experience * At least two years of practical translation experience, specifically with life sciences (clinical trials and pharmacovigilance) and medical documents Technical Skills * 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. ### Before Applying Please 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). Beware of recruitment scams. Welo Global and all of its brands never recruit through direct messages on social media or WhatsApp, and never asks candidates to pay money for a job. Official emails come only from @welocalize.com, @welodata.ai, or @hire.lever.co, and all applications go through jobs.lever.co/weloglobal. Be wary of unexpected offers, generic email addresses (such as Gmail or Yahoo), and requests for fees or sensitive information. Report suspicious messages and learn more: [Recognizing Scams and Confirming Legitimate Welocalize Communications – Welo Global](https://welocalizetalent.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/17509955857431-Recognizing-Scams-and-Confirm%E2%80%A6) We look forward to receiving your application! Job Reference: #LI-JC1 ### Compensation ### Additional Information Show more [Apply now >](https://jobicy.com/jobs/159609-english-to-german-linguist-for-life-sciences.md) > Annual salary information is not provided for this position. 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This job listing has been manually reviewed by the Jobicy Trust & Safety Team for compliance with our posting guidelines, including verification of the company's legitimacy, accuracy of job details, clarity of remote work policy, and absence of misleading or fraudulent content. ## Role DNA A quick view of the complexity, pace, ownership and collaboration implied by the job description. ### Job Complexity 4/5EasyHard ### Pace & Pressure 5/5RelaxedFast-paced ### Autonomy Level 5/5GuidedFull ownership ### Communication Load 3/5IndependentCollaborative AI insightThe work requires high linguistic accuracy in safety-critical and regulated medical documentation, where terminology and traceability are essential. Strict, non-extendable turnaround times increase the operational pressure. ## Salary analysis Estimated compensation compared with the broader US market for similar roles. Estimated job median (per hour)Market rate$35US market range (per hour)$30–$450$49.50 AI insightThe hourly pay period is inferred from the job context; it was not explicitly stated by the employer. No employer pay was disclosed. The hourly cadence and USD market estimate are inferred for an experienced freelance life-sciences translator working remotely in Europe; actual rates may vary by country, specialization, volume, and project urgency. ## Core skills Skills and capabilities most closely associated with this opportunity. [English to German translation](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=English%20to%20German%20translation.md)[Life sciences translation](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Life%20sciences%20translation.md)[Clinical trial documentation](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Clinical%20trial%20documentation.md)[Pharmacovigilance](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Pharmacovigilance.md)[Regulatory translation](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Regulatory%20translation.md)[Machine translation post-editing](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Machine%20translation%20post-editing.md)[Copy editing](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Copy%20editing.md)[CAT tools](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=CAT%20tools.md)[XTM](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=XTM.md)[Phrase](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Phrase.md)[Microsoft Word Track Changes](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Microsoft%20Word%20Track%20Changes.md)[Medical terminology](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Medical%20terminology.md)[Quality assurance](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Quality%20assurance.md)[Terminology management](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Terminology%20management.md)[Deadline management](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Deadline%20management.md) Sample interview questionsHow do you maintain accuracy when translating clinical-trial and pharmacovigilance documents?I first review the document purpose, reference materials, and approved terminology. During translation, I preserve clinical meaning, regulatory conventions, formatting, and consistency, then perform a focused QA review for numbers, units, adverse-event terminology, and omissions. Describe your experience with MTPE for medical or safety content. I treat machine output as a draft rather than an authoritative source. I verify every segment against the English text, correct terminology and syntax, assess whether the required editing level is met, and ensure that the final German text is suitable for the intended regulated use. How do you handle an unfamiliar medical term with a tight deadline? I check client glossaries, translation memories, authoritative regulatory sources, and reliable medical references. If uncertainty remains and the project workflow permits, I raise a concise query promptly rather than making an unsupported assumption. What is your approach to using Track Changes during translation review? I follow the project-specific instructions on markup and comments, make only necessary edits, and use clear comments for queries or rationale. Before delivery, I verify that all changes are visible and that no unresolved comments or accidental formatting edits remain. How do you organize work when several urgent assignments have non-extendable deadlines? I assess word count, complexity, reference availability, and delivery times immediately, then prioritize by risk and deadline. I set interim milestones for translation and QA, communicate early if a dependency could affect delivery, and avoid accepting work that would compromise quality. Next step ## Apply now. Follow the employer’s application method and review Jobicy’s safety guidance before sharing personal information. 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