Localization Project Manager II

Verathon is a global medical device company focused on supporting customers by being their trusted partner, delivering high-quality products that endure over time and ensure clinical and economic utility. Two areas where Verathon has significantly impacted patient care, and become the market leader in each, are bladder volume measurement and airway management. The company’s BladderScan portable ultrasound and GlideScope video laryngoscopy & bronchoscopy systems effectively address unmet needs for healthcare providers and meaningfully raise the standard of care for patients. Verathon, a subsidiary of Roper Technologies, is headquartered in Bothell, Washington, USA and has international subsidiaries in Canada, Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit www.verathon.com.

Verathon® is looking for a Translation/Localization Project Manager II to become the newest member of our QA/RA Team located in Bothell, WA. 
The Translation/Localization Project Manager II is responsible for the coordination and execution of compliant translation and localization projects for medical-device user interface, sales and marketing materials, user’s manuals, and the corporate website in support of cross-functional teams. This person serves as the liaison between third-party translation/localization service providers, Verathon internal departments, and international business units. The Translation/Localization Project Manager will facilitate continual review of existing processes to support Verathon efforts to transition to a multilingual environment.

• Lead, monitor, and resolve problems for medium-sized translation and localization projects based on Verathon-internal requests
• Collaborate effectively with project sponsors and stakeholders, with limited support as needed
• Follow project management best practices, with a focus on continued learning
• Draft initial project reports/analyses, for review and feedback
• Assist in maintaining compliant translation quality by helping manage glossaries
• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of project management experience, or advanced degree; experience in the translation and localization industry preferred
• Experience in an FDA-regulated or other regulated industry preferred
• Experience working with external translation and localization vendors preferred
• Good organizational skills, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Understanding of cross-cultural communication—such as leading a culturally diverse team or adapting content for different markets
• Ability to manage projects and respond appropriately
• Keen attention to detail
• Fluency in English is required; one additional language is preferred
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and related tools
• Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign preferred
• Familiarity with computer-assisted translation preferred

 

Why Join Us?

 

Be part of an innovative team that is dedicated to improving patient outcomes

Engage in meaningful work that makes a difference in the healthcare industry

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

 

Salary range - $78,073 - $103,972 (Compensation will vary based on skills, experience and location; it is not typical to be hired at or above the top of the salary range).

 

Full-time employees who are not on a commission plan are eligible for Verathon’s annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance.

 

Verathon provides a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid holidays, paid time off and a 401(k) matching plan.  For more information, please visit our complete Benefits Summary at https://www.verathon.com/US-HQ-Employee-Benefits-Summary .

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Verathon is an equal opportunity employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace.  We believe that diverse ideas, opinions and perspectives will build a strong foundation for success.  In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Verathon will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Verathon does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.