Jose Ignacio Medina Bernal

Jose Ignacio Medina Bernal is an Associate Professor at the University of Alicante's Department of Translation and Interpretation, affiliated with the Faculty of Philosophy and Letters I (Philology). He teaches courses in general translation (German-Spanish and Spanish-English), and Polish language instruction. His professional background combines academic roles with translation/interpretation services and sales at Grupo Hortiberia SA.

• Education: Bilingual translator (English/German/Russian, 2011), CELTA certified (2008), Master's in Teacher Training (2016), DELE examiner (Cervantes Institute).

Professional experience includes:

• Freelance translator/interpreter for courts, hospitals, and institutions in Murcia/Alicante/Madrid (2011–present)
• Sales role at Grupo Hortiberia since returning to Spain
• Teaching Polish and translation courses since 2011

No scientific awards or research publications are listed in recent years. Teaching focuses on language pedagogy and translation specialization.