# English > Oromo Linguists in Ethiopia/Kenya/Somalia

**Company:** IQVIA Language Solutions
**Department:** Freelance Translator - Linguistic Validation
**Remote status:** Fully Remote

**JOB OVERVIEW**

Working on **Linguistic Validation** projects, you are responsible for ensuring translations of Clinical Outcome Assessments are linguistically and culturally accurate. You possess fluency in two or more languages and have outstanding problem-solving skills that allow you to research industry-specific terminology. These projects require linguists with a strong commitment to accuracy; you will play a key role in the effectiveness and success of IQVIA™ Translation Services operations.

**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**

• Be a strategic partner in delivering on-time and quality translations   
• Carefully adhere to provided material and instructions to meet the requirements of the clients   
• Research industry-specific terminology to properly reflect the meaning and tone of the source content   
• Cross-reference specialized glossaries and translation tools to check the quality of the translation   
• Quality Check translation jobs before delivery for grammar, spelling and punctuation accuracy   
• Work with the IQVIA™ Translation Services team to identify gaps in instructions or any external issue that may affect the commitment to the client.   
• Flag project-specific queries in a timely manner   
• Maintain close communication with Project Management and Vendor Management teams with regards to own capacity

**REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE**

- Native in the target language
- Fluency in source language(s) – spoken and written
- Ability to work according to tight deadlines, as well as independently

**Preferred Skills and Requirements **

- Translation experience with clinical outcome assessments.
- Prior experience performing any services within Linguistic Validation: dual forward translation, reconciliation, back translation.

_ **Please note that if your application is successful, you will have to go through a mandatory onboarding training before your profile is activated in the vendor data**** base.**_

_This position is no longer accepting applications._