Khmer Linguist
Description
Khmer Linguist
Leidos is seeking highly qualified and experienced Khmer Linguist to support our National Security Programs. This role requires advanced linguistic capabilities and cultural knowledge to support a wide range of mission-critical activities.
An active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is preferred; however, candidates with an existing security clearance may be eligible for sponsorship to obtain the required clearance upgrade.
Primary Responsibilities:
As a Khmer Linguist linguist, you will engage in the full range of language services - bringing expertise to translation, interpretation, transcription, summarization, and analysis" Or "Step into the role of a linguist where you'll apply your skills across the entire spectrum of language services -from translating and interpreting to transcribing, summarizing, and analyzing complex content. Key duties include but not limited to:
Translation
- Accurately translate written materials
in both electronic and hard-copy formats.
- Convey not only factual content but also nuanced meaning and implied context.
- Capture geopolitical, regional, ethnic, and cultural references effectively.
- Use
terminology and expression
Interpretation
- Provide accurate consecutive interpretation
; occasional
simultaneous interpretation
may be required.
- Demonstrate understanding of one or more Khmer regional dialects.
Transcription
- Review audio and internet-based
materials.
- Transcribe with high levels of accuracy and fidelity to the original content.
- Produce clear,
well-written English-language reports
Gisting and Summarization
- Identify and summarize key facts and abstract concepts accurately.
- Prioritize and extract critical information from large datasets.
- Use reference materials effectively to support quality output.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet research tools is required.
- Experience with
HLT (Human Language Technology),
Qualifications
- Language Required:
Khmer
Education
Bachelor's degree with 8 - 12 years
Master's degree with 6-10 years
Experience
Security Clearance
- Able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
(must be fully adjudicated before work begins). Leidos will
sponsor candidates
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience supporting contingency operations as a deployed linguist.
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Candidates must pass language proficiency testing.
- Additional language proficiency is strongly preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats in English and Target Language.
Additional Information
- Travel:
Up to 10%
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