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Translation Survey Research Analyst
- Translation, Localization, Interpretation Jobs
- Management (incl. project, product management & human resources)
- Market Research, Research Jobs
Description
· Understands and adheres to company Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.
· Reviews source documents for structure and ease of translation to foreign language/country of study.
· Compares and reconciles concepts between source document and back translation.
· Creates documents for use during LV projects, including concept elaboration guides and paraphrase guides.
· Evaluates subject understanding of items following cognitive debriefing, and makes recommendations regarding the resolution of conceptual issues present in the translation.
· Prepares validation report as summary of LV project including comments specific to particular study.
· Conducts academic research studies to provide further expertise in translation related areas. Authors related abstracts, posters, and manuscripts.
· Coordinates with colleagues in other departments for the purpose of ensuring efficient workflow.
· Maintains accurate and up-to-date spreadsheets and other documents needed to ensure that that there is a complete overview of the current status of research projects and that information is readily retrievable.
· Assists in maintaining and ensuring the reliability of key operating data and databases.
· Maintains project and client records as needed.
· Composes or generates a variety of materials (e.g. reports, memos, letters, manuals, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, training, providing written reference and/or conveying information regarding the status of projects, etc.
· Performs other related duties, as assigned.
· May perform project management functions as needed.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Responsibilities
· Survey research background with understanding of requirements related to linguistic validation.
· Knowledge of English grammar, syntax, and word usage, and excellent writing and proofreading skills.
· Organizational and time management skills.
· Knowledge of related company LV procedures
· Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
· Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form, and to work with minimal supervision.
· Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Office 365/Skype).
· Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
· Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding company financial and other information.
· Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work; teamwork and consensus-building skills.
· Ability to resolve customer service issues in a professional and efficient manner.
· Advanced Degree in Survey Research, Public Health or related field required.
· Successful experience as an LV Project Manager preferred.
· Foreign Language knowledge desirable.
· Previous experience in the translation field desirable.
Hard Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Advanced Excel Skills (queries, pivot tables, formulas, macros)
- Relationship building
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Advanced language knowledge
- Advanced writing skills
Soft Skills
- Problem-solver
- Team player
- Time management
- Responsible
- Organized
