English to German Austria Medical Devices Linguist

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an English to German Austria Medical Devices Linguist based in Canada.

We are seeking an experienced English (UK) to German (Austria) Medical Devices Linguist to support specialized translation and localization projects within the Life Sciences industry. In this freelance remote role, you will translate, review, and refine medical and technical documentation to ensure linguistic accuracy, terminology consistency, and compliance with industry-specific quality standards. You will work across a variety of materials, including Instructions for Use (IFUs), user manuals, operating instructions, product documentation, labeling, and user interfaces. Your responsibilities will also include machine translation post-editing and linguistic quality improvements. Working with established translation workflows and CAT tools, you will contribute to delivering reliable, high-quality content for regulated medical device markets. This opportunity offers a recurring monthly workload of approximately 7,000 words.

Accountabilities:

As an English to German Austria Medical Devices Linguist, you will be responsible for translating and reviewing specialized medical device content while ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to project-specific requirements. You will collaborate within established linguistic workflows, address quality feedback, and deliver high-standard translations within agreed deadlines.

• Translate medical device documentation from English (UK) into German (Austria).

• Perform Machine Translation Post-Editing (MTPE) on machine-translated medical and technical content.

• Conduct copy editing and linguistic reviews of translated and post-edited materials.

• Ensure terminology accuracy, linguistic consistency, readability, and compliance with project-specific quality standards.

• Work on specialized medical device documentation, including Instructions for Use (IFUs), user manuals, operating instructions, technical documentation, product labeling, and user interfaces.

• Identify and correct linguistic issues highlighted during quality assurance checks and client reviews.

• Review and implement linguistic feedback and requested corrections in accordance with established project guidelines.

• Maintain consistent translation quality across all assigned projects and content types.

• Meet agreed deadlines and manage the expected monthly workload effectively.

• Work within the designated CAT tool environment using XTM, with a license provided.

• Follow applicable quality procedures and linguistic requirements for regulated Life Sciences content.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is an experienced linguist with a strong background in Life Sciences translation, particularly medical device documentation. You should have excellent command of English (UK) and German (Austria), a solid understanding of specialized medical terminology, and the ability to deliver accurate translations and reviews. Attention to detail, familiarity with translation technologies, and knowledge of industry-specific quality standards are essential.

• At least two years of professional translation experience in the Life Sciences sector, specifically involving medical devices and medical documentation.

• Proven experience translating and reviewing medical device-related content.

• Native-level proficiency in German (Austria) and excellent comprehension of English (UK).

• Practical experience with medical device documentation, including IFUs, user manuals, operating instructions, technical documentation, labeling, and user interfaces.

• Familiarity with ISO standards and quality requirements applicable to Life Sciences translation.

• Experience performing translation, copy editing, MTPE, and linguistic issue correction.

• Familiarity with CAT tools, particularly XTM. An XTM license will be provided, so purchasing one is not necessary.

• Strong knowledge of medical and technical terminology, with the ability to maintain consistency across specialized content.

• Excellent proofreading skills, attention to detail, and commitment to linguistic accuracy.

• Ability to manage deadlines, incorporate feedback, and work independently within established project guidelines.

• A degree in Medicine, Biology, Biochemistry, Clinical Research, Translation, Linguistics, Philology, or a related discipline is an advantage.

• Previous experience working with medical device manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, CROs, or other Life Sciences organizations is preferred.

• Familiarity with medical regulatory requirements and quality assurance processes is a plus.

Benefits:

• Freelance remote working opportunity.

• Recurring monthly workload of approximately 7,000 words.

• Opportunity to work on specialized Medical Devices and Life Sciences translation projects.

• XTM CAT tool license provided.

• Ongoing…