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Kurdish Linguist

Cabin John, MD · On-site

$73K - $132K/yr

Description Kurdish Linguist Make a Global Impact - Join the Mission at Leidos Are you ready to ... Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic online research. * All candidates must take and ...

Leidos

Kurdish Linguist

Reston, VA · On-site

$73K - $132K/yr

Description Kurdish Linguist Make a Global Impact - Join the Mission at Leidos Are you ready to ... Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic online research. * All candidates must take and ...

Leidos

Kurdish Linguist

Dulles, VA · On-site

$73K - $132K/yr

Description Kurdish Linguist Make a Global Impact - Join the Mission at Leidos Are you ready to ... Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic online research. * All candidates must take and ...

Leidos

Kurdish Linguist

Dunn Loring, VA · On-site

$73K - $132K/yr

Description Kurdish Linguist Make a Global Impact - Join the Mission at Leidos Are you ready to ... Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic online research. * All candidates must take and ...

Leidos

Russian Linguist

Reston, VA · On-site

Russian Linguist Make a Global Impact - Join the Mission at Leidos Are you ready to apply your ... Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic online research. * Strong written and verbal ...

CSM Solutions Inc

Acholi Linguist

Augusta, GA · On-site

Linguists will be required to transcribe and/or translate source material, both printed and audio ... Perform document exploitation, scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents and ...

Leidos

Khmer Linguist

Vienna, VA · On-site

$92K - $166K/yr

Khmer Linguist Leidos is seeking highly qualified and experienced Khmer Linguist to support our ... Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet research tools is required. * Experience with HLT ...

CACI

Russian Linguist

Warrenton, VA · On-site

$75K - $158K/yr

Russian Linguist Job Category: Language Services Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to ... research Must be willing to TDY to any location Desired: Bachelor's Degree Previous military ...

Leidos

Kurdish Linguist

Reston, VA · On-site

Kurdish Linguist Make a Global Impact - Join the Mission at Leidos Are you ready to apply your ... Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic online research. * All candidates must take and ...

Leidos

Khmer Linguist

Vienna, VA · On-site

$92K - $166K/yr

Khmer Linguist Leidos is seeking highly qualified and experienced Khmer Linguist to support our ... Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet research tools is required. * Experience with HLT ...

Leidos

Kurdish Linguist

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$73K - $132K/yr

Description Kurdish Linguist Make a Global Impact - Join the Mission at Leidos Are you ready to ... Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic online research. * All candidates must take and ...

Leidos

Kurdish Linguist

Vienna, VA · On-site

$73K - $132K/yr

Description Kurdish Linguist Make a Global Impact - Join the Mission at Leidos Are you ready to ... Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic online research. * All candidates must take and ...

Leidos

Kurdish Linguist

Mclean, VA · On-site

$73K - $132K/yr

Description Kurdish Linguist Make a Global Impact - Join the Mission at Leidos Are you ready to ... Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic online research. * All candidates must take and ...

Leidos

Kurdish Linguist

Centreville, VA · On-site

$73K - $132K/yr

Description Kurdish Linguist Make a Global Impact - Join the Mission at Leidos Are you ready to ... Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic online research. * All candidates must take and ...

Leidos

Chechen Linguist

Reston, VA · On-site

We are seeking a talented linguist who can tackle a full range of activities and thrive in ... research on the Web. Additionally, possessing excellent English-language verbal communication ...

CACI

Russian Linguist

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$75K - $158K/yr

Russian Linguist Job Category: Language Services Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to ... research Must be willing to TDY to any location Desired: Bachelor's Degree Previous military ...

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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for research linguist in the United States is $73,373.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $79,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a research linguist?

Research linguists are professionals who study language scientifically to understand its structure, use, and development. They conduct research on aspects such as phonetics, syntax, semantics, sociolinguistics, and language acquisition. Their work often involves collecting data, analyzing patterns, and developing theories about how languages function and evolve. Research linguists may work in academic settings, government agencies, or private industry, and their findings can contribute to fields like artificial intelligence, education, and translation.

How does a research linguist typically collaborate with other professionals in interdisciplinary projects?

Research Linguists often work closely with experts from fields such as computer science, psychology, anthropology, and artificial intelligence. Collaboration usually involves contributing linguistic expertise to the design and analysis of experiments, developing language resources, or refining language models. Effective communication and the ability to translate linguistic concepts for non-specialists are key, as projects frequently require integrating linguistic insights with technical or theoretical frameworks from other disciplines. This interdisciplinary teamwork can lead to innovative solutions and a broader impact for research outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a research linguist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Research Linguist, you need advanced knowledge of linguistics, strong analytical abilities, and typically a graduate degree in linguistics or a related field. Familiarity with linguistic software, corpus analysis tools, and sometimes programming languages like Python are commonly required. Excellent written and verbal communication, critical thinking, and collaborative skills help distinguish top candidates. These skills are essential for conducting rigorous research, interpreting complex language data, and effectively sharing findings within academic or industry settings.

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Linguist Kanuri

Fort George G Meade, MD

CSM Solutions Inc
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 11 - 50 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

CAT III Linguists shall provide interpretation and translation services as required by the supported forces. Linguists will be required to transcribe and/or translate source material, both printed and audio; and provide analysis and reporting of translated foreign language source material. Linguists will be supporting 24/7 missions and shift work may therefore be required.

  • Provide foreign language support services, including transcription, and translation/interpretation (comprising idiomatic translations of non-technical material using correct syntax and expression from English to the SCRL language(s) or vice versa) services in support of military interrogations, intelligence collection, and other operational missions.
  • Provide any and all cultural and ethnic context of translations, interpretations, and transcriptions with an expert linguist?s opinion given to the supported organization or agency as to the most likely meaning/intent of terms, phrases, or statements that may have multiple valid interpretations.
  • Perform document exploitation, scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents and intercepted data for key information; and must be able to supplement interpretations and translations with information pertinent and specific to professional fields; such as medicine, scientific, engineering, legal, etc. and identify and extract information components meeting military information requirement list criteria as well as provide input to reports.

Qualifications:

  • Native proficiency is preferred, not required.
  • Must be a US Citizen
  • Must have at minimum (2) years? experience in interpretation/translation
  • Interagency Language Round Table (ILR) level 3 in both Target Language and English.
  • Must have document exploitation skills
  • Must have in-depth geopolitical knowledge
  • Must be computer literate
  • Must have at minimum an ACTIVE TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance
  • Must be able to pass a polygraph and a CI Focus Interview
  • Able to understand the essentials of all speech in a standard dialect and to follow accurately the essentials of conversations between educated native speakers, understand radio broadcasts, news stories similar to wire service reports, oral reports, some oral technical reports, and public addresses on non-technical subjects.
  • Able to produce idiomatic translations of non-technical material using correct syntax and expression from English to the target language and vice versa.
  • Able to interpret/translate using colloquial and slang words and phrases.
  • Able to conduct consecutive and accurate translations, transcription, and interpretation of ongoing conversations/activities and intelligence activities to/from the target language.
  • Able to accurately provide the cultural and ethnic context of translations and interpretations and provide advice on the cultural and ethnic significance of statements, conversations, situations, documents, etc.
  • Able to accurately perform document exploitation (scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents for intelligence information and identify/extract information components meeting military information requirement list criteria.
  • Working proficiency in Kanuri is required.

Security Requirements:

  • Must have at minimum an ACTIVE TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance
  • Must be able to pass a polygraph and a CI Focus Interview
  • Due to Federal Contract Regulations, U.S. Citizenship is required for these positions