32.3227, Jobs: Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics: Senior Linguistic Project Manager, Appen

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Subject: 32.3227, Jobs: Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics: Senior Linguistic Project Manager, Appen

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Date: Wed, 13 Oct 2021 15:08:33
From: Lance Marvin Coching [lcoching at appen.com]
Subject: Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics: Senior Linguistic Project Manager, Appen, Remote

University or Organization: Appen 
Job Location: , ---------------- (Telecommute)
Web Address: https://appen.com/
Job Title: Senior Linguistic Project Manager
Job Rank: Manager

Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics; NLP/NLU text annotation

Description:

The main responsibility of a Senior Linguistic Project Manager is to manage
projects for Appen’s clients. The Linguistic Project Manager applies their
knowledge of linguistic phenomena, their technical skills and their attention
to detail to manage projects to quality expectations, timelines, and budget. 

The role includes but is not limited to the following duties and
responsibilities:
 - Autonomously plan and manage projects to quality, time and budget to ensure
effective project execution and delivery
 - Onboard and train a virtual team of consultants to create, evaluate or
annotate linguistic data in multiple languages
 - Prepare guidelines, training materials and tools, aligned to client
specifications.
 - Oversee the work of consultants, including task assignment, scheduling and
monitoring
 - Document and manage language resources arising from projects
 - Manage client relationships through customer service and regular reporting
(as required)
 - Provide regular project status reporting and in-depth analysis when
required 
 - Build strong client relationships to increase client satisfaction and
revenue 
opportunities
 - Drive continuous project improvements and efficiencies
 - Communicate, with all stakeholders, in a timely, clear, and concise manner
across multiple time zones
 - Manage risks and issues and undertake recovery actions as necessary
 - Prepare and implement project plans, prepare reports and project-related
materials
 - Participate in the training and mentoring of new and existing Appen staff
 - Participate in program improvements, initiatives, and committee work as
assigned
 - Actively participate in WBR, MBR & some QBR meetings to establish and grow
client relationships

Minimum Qualifications and Experience: 
 - Advanced degree in a relevant field, or 3+ years' industry experience 
 - Project management experience (3-5 years), preferably in a language,
linguistics, or software--related field
 - Solid understanding of linguistic concepts and terminology
 - Strong technical and data management skills
 - NLP/NLU text annotation experience

You will succeed in this role if you are: 
 - A motivated self-starter who can establish a course of action for self and
others and drive initiatives to completion
 - Able to deal calmly and professionally with ambiguous data while leading in
an environment of constant change
 - Able to establish productive, cooperative relationships and demonstrate
excellent conflict resolution skills
 - Excellent at communication, including an ability to present information
clearly and concisely in writing or verbally
 - Take personal responsibility for continuous learning
 - An analytical thinker with ability to proactively identify problems, gather
information and set course of action

About Appen: 
At Appen, we value performance, honesty, humility, and grit. We persevere and
remain focused, whilst maintaining agility to achieve quality outcomes and
exceed expectations. We’re truth tellers – respectfully of course. We take
accountability for our actions and believe in giving and receiving direct
feedback. We give credit where credit is due and show gratitude to others for
their contributions. We seek diverse perspectives as we recognize the value in
teamwork and collaboration. Through grit, we take ownership, and we don’t give
up.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do
not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin,
gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability
status.

Please apply via the application link below.

Application Deadline:  (Open until filled)

Web Address for Applications: https://talent-appen.icims.com/jobs/5498/senior-linguistic-project-manager%2c-enterprise-delivery/job? 
Contact Information:
	Senior Recruiter Babette Miller 
	Email: bmiller at appen.com 

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