23.3413, Jobs: Comp Ling; Text/Corpus Ling: Speech Scientist, Nuance Communications

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LINGUIST List: Vol-23-3413. Tue Aug 14 2012. ISSN: 1069 - 4875.

Subject: 23.3413, Jobs: Comp Ling; Text/Corpus Ling: Speech Scientist, Nuance Communications

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Date: Tue, 14 Aug 2012 15:30:12
From:  None Given [EMEAJOBS at nuance.com]
Subject: Computational Linguistics; Text/Corpus Linguistics: Speech Scientist, Nuance Communications, Cambridge, United Kingdom

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University or Organization: Nuance Communications 
Job Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom 
Web Address: http://www.nuance.com
Job Rank: Speech Scientist  

Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics; Phonology; Text/Corpus Linguistics 


Description:

At Nuance Communications, everything we do is focused on 
developing the most human, natural, intuitive ways to use your voice 
to take command of information. Our people and our technology 
have pioneered the highest functioning speech software in the world, 
ceaselessly perfecting the ability for machines to recognize and 
emulate the human voice. We design and deliver technologies that 
intuitively link man, machine and the global storehouse of 
knowledge to help companies and consumers work seamlessly and 
intelligently with the world.

Role: Speech Scientist
Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom
REF: 8024

Job Description:
-  Develop acoustic and language models for a variety of languages 
for mobility projects to meet product accuracy and speed 
requirements. 
-  Manage large speech data resources, including text normalisation 
and selection of data. 
-  Reports to the Acoustic Modelling Research manager.
-  Preparation of large text and audio corpora for language 
development.
-  Build and deliver acoustic and language models for products.
-  Improve training environment to increase the efficienty of the 
language development process.
-  Investigate training strategies to optimize accuracy of our speech 
recognition applications.
-  Address language specific issues to optimize acoustic and 
language model build.

Skills and Experience Required:
-  Understanding of speech recognition algorithms.
-  Experience with C/C++, scripting using Perl, Python and csh in 
UNIX environment.
-  Strong desire to work on and solve engineering problems.
-  Masters / honours degree in speech recognition, computer science 
or electrical engineering.

Desired Skills:
-  Experience of ASR language development.
-  Good analytical and diagnostic skills.
-  Experience with ASR data resources.

We offer a competitive compensation package and a casual yet 
technically challenging work environment. Join our dynamic, 
entrepreneurial team and become part of our fast growing track of 
continuing success. Nuance is an Equal Opportunity Employer

To apply, visit the application URL below and enter reference 
number 8024.


Application Deadline: 14-Feb-2013 (Open until filled)
	  
Email Address for Applications: EMEAJOBS at nuance.com 
Web Address for Applications: http://www.nuance.com/careers 
Contact Information
	None Given 
	Email: EMEAJOBS at nuance.com 





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