13.106, Jobs: Computational Ling:4 Positions, Quebec Canada

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Subject: 13.106, Jobs: Computational Ling:4 Positions, Quebec Canada

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Date:  17 Jan 2002 15:56:48 -0000
From:  Arman Tajarobi <arman.tajarobi at nstein.com>
Subject:  Computational Ling:4 Positions at Nstein Technologies, Quebec Canada

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Date:  17 Jan 2002 15:56:48 -0000
From:  Arman Tajarobi <arman.tajarobi at nstein.com>
Subject:  Computational Ling:4 Positions at Nstein Technologies, Quebec Canada


Areas Required: Computational linguist
Other Desired Areas: Linguist
University or Organization: Nstein Technologies Inc.
Department: Linguistic Engineering
State or Province: Quebec
Country: Canada
Final Date of Application: open
Contact: Arman Tajarobi arman.tajarobi at nstein.com

Address for Applications:
3090, Le Carrefour Blvd, suite 700
Laval
Quebec H7T 2J7
Canada

4 job openings
Starting date: Immediately


1.	Computational linguist
- Definition and conception of parameters/functionalities of a project
- Formalization of objectives
- Feasibility studies (defining the problems and challenges)
- Definition of the analysis methodology
- Schedule estimation
- Detailed analysis
- Data and functionalities modeling
- Architectural design of a functional system
- Modeling that transforms into prototype
- Active participation in the design and architecture of modules in
collaboration with Product Development team.
- Elaboration of tests plans & quality assurance
- Documentation

2.	Linguist
- Research
- Definition and conception of parameters/functionalities of a project
- Definition of the attributes and data relationships of the modules
- Tests
- Data editing
- Documentation

Personal/Professional attributes
- Works well under pressure
- Creative and ingenious
- Strong analytical abilities
- The ability to synthesize ideas
- Self-governing but loves team work
- Very good knowledge of French (spoken at least)
- Knowledge of a another language a strong asset


Education and Experience
- University Degree in Linguistic (or related studies) OR a student on
the verge of finishing his degree.
- 1-2 years of work experience in the linguistic field a strong asset.

- Experience with statistic and linguistic approaches (concept
extraction and manipulation, formalization with rules)
- Familiarity with a programming language a strong asset (working
knowledge)


Company Profile
http://www.nstein.com

You will join a young and dynamic team of highly skilled individuals
whoy their acquired knowledge and skills in real-world conditions by
combining research and development of market-ready products.

Nstein Technologies (EIN) is a public corporation, listed on the
Canadian Venture Exchange (CDNX) since June 2000, which develops and
markets innovative business solutions based on linguistic
intelligence.  Nstein is part of the e-knowledge market, which is
currently experiencing enormous growth. The American consulting firm
The Delphi Group, which recently produced an analysis on the company,
stated that Nstein is positioned to be a world leader in the sector of
intelligent linguistic tools. Nstein's technology stands apart from
the competition through its efficiency, speed and unparalleled
precision in processing large volumes of unstructured information in
various languages. Nstein is commercializing linguistic-based
solutions to address the e-publishing market. Renowned corporations
and companies such as APA (American Psychological Association) and UPI
(United Press International) are among Nstein's clients.

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