Freelance Full-Term English into Simplified Chinese (China) CTD Module Language Lead

TransPerfect • Beijing, NY

4h • Remote

About The Position

TransPerfect is seeking freelance linguists for a client-facing Language Lead role translating from English into Simplified Chinese (China) for CTD Quality, CTD Non-Clinical, and CTD Clinical materials in the Life Science industries. The position combines translation and proofreading with language-quality management and coordination of a linguist team. It is remote and open to candidates worldwide.

The Language Lead serves as a professional linguistic point of contact for clients, manages quality concerns and language assets, and coordinates with Project Managers and linguists to meet project requirements and client expectations. The role also includes translating and proofreading Life Science documents for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with client and regulatory terminology.

Applicants must meet at least one specified qualification pathway: an eligible degree with significant translation training; a college degree plus two years of professional translation experience; five years of professional translation experience without a college degree; or a translation competence certificate issued by an appropriate government authority. Applicants must sign a confidentiality agreement and complete free translation and MTPE assessments. Candidates should include relevant experience and their per-word translation and hourly MTPE rates in USD in their CV.

Requirements

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English and Simplified Chinese (China).
• Expertise in one or more of CTD Quality, CTD Non-Clinical, or CTD Clinical.
• Strong attention to detail, including spelling and grammar accuracy.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Strong client communication skills, including the ability to handle complaints and feedback diplomatically and constructively.
• Ability to manage, mentor, and provide clear feedback to other linguists.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to collaborate with Project Managers and cross-functional teams.
• Meet at least one of the following: a degree in Translation, Linguistics, Language Studies, or an equivalent program with significant translation training from a recognized university; two years of professional translation experience plus a college degree; five years of professional translation experience without a college degree; or a translation competence certificate issued by an appropriate government authority.
• Sign a confidentiality agreement and complete the translation and MTPE assessments.

Nice To Haves

• Academic background in pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field.
• Experience translating regulatory or pharmaceutical documents.
• Familiarity with CTD structure and terminology, and CMC technical content.
• Prior experience in a lead, reviewer, or quality management role, including handling client feedback or complaints.
• Experience with language asset management, including translation memories, termbases, and style guides, and with CAT tools.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a client-facing linguistic point of contact and represent TransPerfect professionally.
• Review and investigate client complaints and quality issues, identify root causes, and provide timely, documented responses and corrective actions.
• Maintain language-quality standards across projects and accounts.
• Manage translation memories, glossaries, and style guides, keeping them accurate, consistent, and up to date.
• Work with Project Managers to understand project requirements, scope, timelines, and client expectations.
• Gather and relay client feedback and incorporate it into ongoing and future work.
• Manage and guide linguists by assigning work, providing feedback, and ensuring adherence to client requirements and quality standards.
• Translate and proofread Life Science documents for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with client and regulatory terminology.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed