Spanish (Spain) Life Science Linguist (Translator, Reviewer, & Editor)
Full-time
US
Oct 29, 2026
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About the Role
This is a remote position. We are seeking a highly specialized Life Science Linguist to provide high-quality translation, revision, and editing services for technical, medical, and regulatory documents. As a 1099 contractor, you will work independently on a project-by-project basis to ensure that complex scientific content is accurately rendered into the target language while maintaining strict compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Translation: Convert complex life science documents (e.g., clinical trial protocols, ICFs, dossiers, and medical device manuals) from English (USA) to Spanish (Spain) with 100% technical accuracy. Review & Revision: Conduct bilingual reviews of translated materials against the source text to ensure no omissions, mistranslations, or terminology errors. Editing & Proofreading: Refine the style, flow, and grammar of target-language content to ensure it is culturally appropriate and meets the "native-level" quality expected for publication or regulatory submission. Terminology Management: Maintain and update client-specific glossaries and translation memories to ensure consistency across large-scale projects. QA Compliance: Adhere to ISO 17100 and ISO 13485 standards for linguistic quality and risk management. Requirements Qualifications & Requirements Education: Advanced degree (MA, MS, PhD, or MD) in a Life Science discipline (Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy, etc.) or a degree in Translation wit