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Teachers- Instructors (Japanese & Latin)

Reston, VA · On-site

$50 - $110/hr

We are currently seeking instructors for the following positions: 1. JAPANESE LANGUAGE & CULTURE ... You do need strong subject knowledge, preparation, enthusiasm, classroom management skills, and a ...

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CONTRACT - Translator (Japanese)

Redmond, WA · On-site +1

$24.75 - $32.50/hr

... intended in the source language (referred to as congruity judgment). * May manage various ... May act as liaison with Japanese developers and assists in scheduling and planning. * Coordinates ...

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CONTRACT - Translator (Japanese)

Redmond, WA · On-site

$30 - $45/hr

... intended in the source language (referred to as congruity judgment). * May manage various ... May act as liaison with Japanese developers and assists in scheduling and planning. * Coordinates ...

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As of Jun 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for japanese language manager in the United States is $25.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Japanese Language Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Japanese Language Manager, you need advanced fluency in Japanese and English, experience in language localization or translation, and a relevant degree or certification. Familiarity with CAT tools, translation management systems, and quality assurance platforms is typically required. Strong leadership, cultural sensitivity, and project management skills help you effectively coordinate multilingual teams and maintain high standards. These abilities are crucial for ensuring accurate, culturally appropriate communication and successful localization projects in global organizations.

How does a Japanese Language Manager typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure language accuracy and cultural relevance?

A Japanese Language Manager works closely with content creators, localization specialists, marketing teams, and product managers to review and adapt materials for the Japanese market. They not only ensure linguistic accuracy but also advise on cultural nuances, tone, and context to make content resonate with local audiences. Regular meetings, feedback sessions, and quality assurance checks are common parts of the workflow. This collaborative approach helps maintain brand consistency and effectiveness across all Japanese-language communications.

What does a Japanese Language Manager do?

A Japanese Language Manager oversees language-related operations within a company, such as managing translation projects, ensuring the quality of Japanese language content, and coordinating with translators and editors. They may also be responsible for developing language guidelines, localizing materials for the Japanese market, and providing cultural insights to support business activities. This role often requires strong project management skills, fluency in Japanese and English, and experience in translation or localization. Their goal is to ensure clear, accurate, and culturally appropriate communication in all Japanese-language materials.
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Japanese Language Collection Student Assistant

Japanese Language Collection Student Assistant

University of Kansas

Lawrence, KS • On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

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Posted 25 days ago

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Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

Japanese Language Collection Student Assistant | University of Kansas

This role will assist librarians in the East Asian Collection with daily operations and both short- and long-term projects, with a primary focus on the development and promotion of the Japanese Studies collection.

Job Description

30% - Assist with the acquisition of Japanese language materials. 30% - Update and maintain holdings information for Japanese language materials. 25% - Create and update online research guides for Japanese Studies. 10% - Assist with other tasks as needed. 5% - Provide support at the public services desk.

Required Qualifications

  • Knowledge of Japanese language, as evidenced by application materials.
  • Demonstrated ability to transcribe Japanese using modified Hepburn style romanization, as evidenced by application materials.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Excellent communication skills in both Japanese and English, as evidenced by application materials.
  • Experience with creating webpages, as evidenced by application materials.
  • Graduate student in Educational technology, Information management, and/or Japanese studies.
  • Experience with video recording and editing to create short instructional films, as evidenced by application materials.

Position Requirements

During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).

Employment Conditions

(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR. (2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.

Additional Candidate Instruction

In addition to the online application, please attach a resume and a cover letter addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications. To ensure consideration, apply before the application review starts on Monday, 6/8/2026. A review of applications will continue and is ongoing until a pool of qualified candidates is identified.

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