As a trusted global transformation partner, Welocalize accelerates the global business journey by enabling brands and companies to reach, engage, and grow international audiences. Welocalize delivers multilingual content transformation services in translation, localization, and adaptation for over 250 languages with a growing network of over 400,000 in-country linguistic resources. Driving innovation in language services, Welocalize delivers high-quality training data transformation solutions for NLP-enabled machine learning by blending technology and human intelligence to collect, annotate, and evaluate all content types. Our team works across locations in North America, Europe, and Asia serving our global clients in the markets that matter to them. www.welocalize.com To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Main Purpose of the RoleWelocalize is actively seeking a freelance English to Norwegian translator and proofreader, specializing in patent translation. We have several ongoing, remote projects with leading legal providers that encompass a broad range of fields, including Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, and Mechanics.These projects involve the translation of patent documents and don't require a minimum volume capacity. With an expected weekly word count ranging from 2,000 to 5,000 words, we are committed to collaborating according to your availability. This role offers a flexible work schedule and the opportunity to engage with diverse projects in various fields.Project Details:Job Title: English into Norwegian TranslatorLocation: RemoteContent Specialties:Patent translation of Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science or Mechanics documentsExpected Weighted Volume Per week: 2,000-5,000 wordsCAT Tool:XTMEmployment Type:FreelanceMain DutiesTranslatepatent-related content from English into Norwegian,with original meaning conveyed in a manner that is readable and understandable to target audience. The Style adequacy is a key aspect for our client;Follow instructions, for example Translation process, CAT tool usage, etc. Communicate effectively and response promptly in English.REQUIRED SKILLSNative fluency in NorwegianDegree in linguistics, translation or equivalent experienceMinimum 1 years' experience in the translation and/or editing of patent documents.Proficiency use of CAT tools, especially with XTMAttention to detail Good availability and quick response timesSelected candidates will be invited to complete an the translation test. Approved linguists will be then included in our pool of external partners and professional details will be made available to our global Production teams.We look forward to hearing from you!Welocalize Talent Management Team
