Join ICON Language Services as part of our global freelance linguist network, working with a trusted provider in clinical and medical translations. We help pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device companies communicate accurately and effectively across borders, bringing life-changing treatments to patients worldwide.

Native or bilingual level proficiency is required on any of the below languages:

• Zulu
• Xhosa
• Setswana (Tswana)
• Afrikaans
• Sesotho (South Sotho)
• Sepedi (Northern Sotho)
• Swazi (Swati)
• Tsonga (Xitsonga)

Applications who do not meet this criteria will not be considered.

We Are Expanding Our Network

We are looking for experienced freelance linguists to join our approved supplier pool. Ideal candidates will:

• Translate and review clinical trial documents, patient-facing materials, and regulatory submissions from English into the languages enumerated above.
• Ensure linguistic accuracy, cultural appropriateness, and alignment with international and industry standards

What You’ll Do

• Translate and revise clinical trial documentation, regulatory content, and medical material
• Review translations for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with ISO-certified quality standard
• Collaborate with Project Managers and subject matter experts to deliver high-quality work within expected timelines.

What We’re Looking For

• Native-level language fluency (in any of the above) and advanced proficiency in English.
• Degree in Translation, Linguistics, Life Sciences, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of professional translation and/or revision experience, with strong expertise in clinical trials and regulatory documentation.
• Proven ability to handle complex medical terminology and high-stakes, accuracy-critical regulatory content.
• Proficiency in CAT tools (SDL Trados, MemoQ) and MS Office Suite (especially working with tracked-changes).

Bonus Points For:

• Knowledge of ICH-GCP, HIPAA, and EU Clinical Trial Regulation requirements.
• Experience with linguistic validation and COA/eCOA translations.
• Familiarity with machine translation post-editing and ISO 18587 standards.

Why ICON?

Work with a global leader in life sciences language services.

• Flexible freelance opportunities with competitive compensation.
• Collaborate on projects that impact millions of lives worldwide.
• Be part of an ISO-certified, quality-driven environment that values innovation.

Requirements added by the job poster

• Bachelor's Degree

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