22.53, Jobs: Portuguese & Comp Ling, Syntax: Linguist, Butler Hill Group

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Subject: 22.53, Jobs: Portuguese & Comp Ling, Syntax: Linguist, Butler Hill Group

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Date: 22-Dec-2010
From: Azizah Mathly [amathly at butlerhill.com]
Subject: Portuguese & Computational Linguistics, Syntax: Linguist, Butler Hill Group
 

	
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Date: Wed, 05 Jan 2011 11:24:12
From: Azizah Mathly [amathly at butlerhill.com]
Subject: Portuguese & Computational Linguistics, Syntax: Linguist, Butler Hill Group

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University or Organization: Butler Hill Group 
Department: Linguistics
Job Location: , ---------------- (Telecommute)
Web Address: http://www.butlerhill.com
Job Rank: Linguist  

Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics; Syntax 

Required Language(s): Portuguese (por)

Description:

We are searching for a Brazilian Portuguese Linguist to document Brazilian 
Portuguese syntax rules that will be implemented by our client into their syntax 
parsing system, The contract is for up to 100 hours over a 4-5 week period 
starting early January 2011. The Linguist will provide documentation and 
consulting on syntax and other language-specific issues. 
 
Responsibilities 
-  Producing theory-neutral documentation to describe constituent structure of 
the target language (e.g. VP, NP structure) 
-  Working with the client's developers to ensure the rules can easily be 
implemented in the NLP system 
-  Consulting with the client's developers during the development process 

Qualifications
-  Must be native or near native speaker of Brazilian Portuguese and have 
excellent written communication skills in English 
-  Academic or professional background in linguistics, especially in syntax and 
grammar engineering 
-  Ability to quickly understand new linguistic technologies and client/project 
needs 
-  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
-  Demonstrated organizational skills with attention to detail 
-  MA degree or higher in Linguistics or related field from an accredited university 
preferred, or equivalent work experience 

To apply please visit the application URL below.


Application Deadline: 03-Jan-2011 
	  
Web Address for Applications: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA5/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BUTLERHILL&cws=4&rid=100 
Contact Information:
	Azizah Mathly 
	Email: amathly at butlerhill.com 



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