Junior Linguist - Full-time Temporary Contract

Mango Languages is seeking a Linguist with exceptional content instincts to lead an ambitious development initiative. The Linguist will be responsible for planning and executing a clear strategy for long-form content across multiple products, maintaining high-quality standards—even in languages the candidate may not speak—and ensuring that projects remain on schedule. Close collaboration with linguists, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams is essential, along with clear, consistent communication and thorough documentation.Ideal candidates will bring a background in linguistics, a passion for global cultures, and a deep understanding of what makes content effective and engaging. Experience with language-learning tools and creating diverse content types—such as articles, songs, and stories—is key, as is a strong comfort level using AI tools responsibly. The role will require cultural sensitivity, organizational efficiency, and a collaborative spirit, with a bonus for those who have proficiency in less commonly taught or non-Indo European languages. Candidates must be adaptable, communicative, and motivated by a love of language learning and cross-cultural exchange.The contract for this position is tied to a specific project and will therefore last through project completion (likely 6-9 months). Contract extensions and/or conversion to employee status are a possibility if the project is extended and collaboration is successful.ResponsibilitiesLead content development efforts by working with subject matter experts to generate educational content for world language and ESL learnersCraft engaging, culturally-rich, fiction and non-fiction texts for language learners on a wide range of topicsDevelop and deliver on a content strategy for multiple products while keeping to a release calendarEnsure that content adheres to Mango Languages’ high quality standards, including content in languages you are not familiar withPlan and organize work so that teams keep project timelinesCollaborate closely with other linguists and stakeholders to drive the project toward the desired goalCommunicate effectively so that all teams understand expectationsCreate and maintain organized documentationAttend and participate in regular team meetingsAssist in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding content development team membersJob RequirementsB.A. or M.A. in Linguistics or a related fieldExceptional instincts for what constitutes engaging contentAffinity for using AI tools, balanced with an understanding of their limitationsMust have a global mindset and be eager to learn about other culturesMust have general linguistic knowledge of languages from different familiesExperience creating articles, stories, passages, songs, or other contentExperience using language-learning productsNative or near-native English speakerReliable internet connectionKey CharacteristicsEnthusiasm for sharing the love of learning languagesStrong attention to cultural nuance and sensitivityExcellent time management and organizational skillsStrong skills in giving and receiving feedbackAble to easily learn and adapt to new technologyStrong communication skills and responsivenessPositive energyBonusStrong proficiency in one or more non-Indo European languagesMango was founded to empower deeper human connections through language. We believe that language is an adventure; a journey to be embarked on by those of a bold and curious spirit, and a passion to connect more deeply with their global friends. Our award-winning language-learning system is powered by proven methodologies and world-class learning content. Available on mobile, tablet, and web-based platforms, our software is designed to establish retention and rapidly build conversation skills through smart, adaptive technology.Originally posted on Himalayas

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