23.2264, Jobs: Afrikaans; Comp Ling; Phonetics: Researcher, Appen Butler Hill

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Subject: 23.2264, Jobs: Afrikaans; Comp Ling; Phonetics: Researcher, Appen Butler Hill

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Date: Fri, 11 May 2012 10:01:13
From: Mandy Iverson, Sr. Sourcing Specialist [miverson at appenbutlerhill.com]
Subject: Afrikaans; Computational Linguistics; Phonetics: Researcher, Appen Butler Hill

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 University or Organization: Appen Butler Hill 
Job Location:  ---------------- (Telecommute)
Web Address: http://www.appenbutlerhill.com
Job Rank: Researcher  

Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics; Phonetics 

Required Language(s): Afrikaans (afr)

Description:

Appen Butler Hill is currently looking for an Afrikaans Computational 
Phonetician for an upcoming project. The consultant will work remotely for 
approximately 4 hours per week with occasional peaks of 20 with 
reasonable advance notice. The contract is expected to begin soon. 
 
Requirements:
-  Highly skilled in Computational Linguistics or Phonetics (Master's or 
PhD), preferably Computational Linguistics  
-  Native or near-native fluency in Afrikaans
-  Experience in development of language assets of Speech Recognition 
and Text-To-Speech technologies
-  Familiar with running command-line tools and higher-than-average 
computer literacy (ability to use scripting language, such as Perl or 
Python, is a plus)
-  Availability of at least 4 hours per week with occasional peaks of 20 
hours per week or more ( with reasonable advance notice)
 
Preferred Skills (Degrees, Skills and Abilities):
-  Knowledge of a third language is important
-  Some basic programming and understanding of at least one 
programming language, e.g. PERL, Python or C#
-  Knowledge of regular expression (RegEx) use
-  Experience using Visual Studio
-  Creation of Text Normalization (TN) and Inverse Text Normalization 
(ITN) rules
-  Run simple scripts and work with command-line-based tools
-  Analyze tests results and propose solutions
-  Bug management with Product Studio
 
Summary of Experience:
-  Completed MA or PhD in Computational Linguistics or Phonetics
Fluent in spoken and written English
-  Experience in language technology, particularly in Speech Processing  - 
either in academia or industry
-  Knowledge of XML structures
-  Experience with bug management and the software release lifecycle
-  Experience with command-line interfaces
-  Knowledge of the International Phonetic Alphabet

How to Apply:
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA5/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BUTLERHILL&cws=4&rid=319


Application Deadline: 30-May-2012 (Open until filled)
	  
Web Address for Applications: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA5/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BUTLERHILL&cws=4&rid=319 
Contact Information:
	Mandy Iverson, Sr. Sourcing Specialist 
	Email: miverson at appenbutlerhill.com



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