Translator German-English

A participatory spirit, independent work, accuracy and reliability perfectly describe you? Then this position might be of interest to you.

Your tasks

Translate university-specific texts (e.g. websites, brochures, curricula, guidelines, articles for the research magazine and press releases) from German to English and from English to German, in accordance with the terminological database and the Style Guide of the University of Vienn

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Proofread and revise English-language texts, in accordance with the terminological database and the Style Guide of the University of Vienn
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Contribute to the coordination of the translation service, including development of the translation memor
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Coordinate comprehensive translation projects (for the language combination German-English as well as for other foreign languages) with external partner
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Contribute to the development of the terminological database and the Style Guide of the University of Vienn
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Provide advice to the organisational units of the University of Vienna with regard to English-German communication and translation service
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Your qualifications

Higher education degree in transcultural communication or translation studie

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Minimum of one year of experience as a translator and/or terminologis
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Experience of terminology management and using computer-assisted translation software (SDL Trados Studio and SDL MultiTerm or comparable
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Experience of proofreading and revising English-language text
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Excellent level of proficiency in English (native speaker or at native-speaker level) and Germa
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This is also part of your personality

You are interested in digital trends and new technologies such as artificial intelligence

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Familiarity with the organisation of a university would be an advantag
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Team spirit and excellent communication skill
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Ability to meet deadlines and to work independentl
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Customer focu
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What we offer

Classification according to the Collective Bargaining Agreement for University Staff: Section 54, job group IIIb, basic salary EUR 2.958,90 (full-time). The actual salary depends on your professional experience and qualification

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An exciting and diverse work environmen
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Room for creativity and individual initiativ
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Cooperation in a motivated and humorous tea
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Independent work in a very well-equipped office as well as work from home to the extent of up to 50
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This position (15 hours/week) is a substitute position for the duration of the absence of an employee from 1 February 2025 to 31 December 2026.

How you apply

If this job advertisement appeals to you and you would like to become a member of the communications team of the University of Vienna, please submit your application (CV and motivation letter)

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