23.3543, Jobs: Comp Ling: Senior Speech Scientist, Nuance Communications

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Subject: 23.3543, Jobs: Comp Ling: Senior Speech Scientist, Nuance Communications

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Date: Fri, 24 Aug 2012 10:38:30
From:  None Given [EMEAJOBS at nuance.com]
Subject: Computational Linguistics: Senior 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: Senior Speech Scientist  

Specialty Areas: Computational 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: Senior Speech Scientist
Location: Norwich, UK  or Aachen, Germany or Montreal, Canada  or 
Burlington, USA
REF: 8009

Role Description:
-  Research engineer reporting into the TTS speech generation 
innovation team lead by Vincent Pollet.
-  Major duties & responsibilities include the development & 
implementation of advanced, and improved methods of speech 
modeling through statistical methods and translate research results 
to products.
-  Investigation & development of novel methods of synthesis through 
research into statistical models.
-  Implementation of novel algorithmic methods within the Vocalizer 
expressive software
-  Collaborate with researchers, software engineers & linguists in the 
broader 
TTS team and beyond
-  Provide guidance and support to other TTS team members as 
required
-  Provide support for customer queries and requests as required
-  Monitor & remain current with latest external research
-  Skills and experience required
-  Strong coding and scripting skills, thorough background in relevant 
mathematical and statistical subjects e.g. HMM & machine learning. 
-  Parallel, distributed and grid computing skills.
-  Post-doctoral (or equivalent through experience)
-  Canidates could be based in either 

Preferred Skills:
-  Statistical parametric text-to-speech synthesis using HMMs and 
HSMMs; 
-  Speaker adaptation using the MLLR or MAP family of techniques; 
-  Familiarity with software tools such as  HTK, HTS, Festival 
-  Familiarity with modern machine learning.

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, please visit the application URL below and enter reference 
code 8009.


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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