34.767, Jobs: Lexicography: Lexicographer - ODAAE, Oxford University Press

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Subject: 34.767, Jobs: Lexicography: Lexicographer - ODAAE, Oxford University Press

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Date: Mon, 06 Mar 2023 20:51:01
From: Emily Kearns [emily.kearns at oup.com]
Subject: Lexicography: Lexicographer - ODAAE, Oxford University Press, Remote, USA

 
University or Organization: Oxford University Press 
Department: The Oxford Dictionary of African American English
Job Location: , USA 
Job Title: Lexicographer - ODAAE
Job Rank: Lexicographer; Other

Specialty Areas: Lexicography 


Description:

We are the world’s largest university press. We have both a worldwide reach
and a personal understanding of local needs, partnering on the ground to adapt
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global impact.

About the role: 
The Oxford Dictionary of African American English (ODAAE) is a landmark
scholarly initiative documenting the lexicon of African American English (AAE)
in a dictionary based on historical principles. The ODAAE is being compiled
and edited by a team of researchers, lexicographers, and editors sponsored and
led by the OED and Harvard University’s Hutchins Center for African and
African American Research. The joint team applies the depth and rigor of the
OED’s historical methodology specifically to the study of AAE in order to
create a dictionary to further illuminate the history, meaning, and
significance of this body of language. 

As an ODAAE Lexicographer, you are responsible for revising, editing, and
drafting dictionary entries for African American English words and senses for
publication in ODAAE. You also contribute to the development and refinement of
a lexicographical model for the ODAAE which effectively describes and
communicates the history and development of African American English.  

Key Accountabilities include:
 - Revise African American English entries currently in the Oxford English
Dictionary (OED) for inclusion in ODAAE, to a standard agreed by trainer or
supervisor and commensurate with experience, working to ensure the
completeness and accuracy of the editorial and quotation text.   
 - Assess evidence for African American English words and senses not in the
OED; prepare draft dictionary entries (or parts of entries) for those
fulfilling ODAAE inclusion criteria, to a standard agreed by trainer or
supervisor and commensurate with experience.  
 - Review the work of other editors, helping to ensure that the editorial text
produced by them is complete, correct, and written in accordance with ODAAE
house style.  
 - Contribute to the development and refinement of a lexicographical model for
the ODAAE which will effectively describe and communicate the history and
development of African American English. 
 - Undertake work, as required, to promote and publicize ODAAE, such as
writing release notes, contributing to blogs or other public relations,
participating in academic research or conferences, etc. 
 - Take editorial and other decisions appropriate to this role, in line with
the strategic priorities and mission of ODAAE.  
 - Collaborate with ODAAE, Harvard, and Oxford colleagues as required, and
contribute to building a collaborative, experimental, and inclusive culture
among ODAAE staff and stakeholders.  

About you: 
 - Good knowledge of African American English, including its linguistic
features (lexis, syntax, grammar, pronunciation, etc.), history, and
sociolinguistics  
 - Good knowledge of African American literature and culture  
 - Good knowledge of Standard American English, including syntax, grammar,
etc.
 - Experience using various resources to investigate or research a topic 

Location: This role can be done remotely in the United States.

This is a 12 month temporary position.

Please apply via the link below.



Application Deadline:  (Open until filled)
	  
Web Address for Applications: https://recruiting.ultipro.com/OXF1001OXFUP/JobBoard/605c06e0-940b-4a7b-a1e7-650907d3cbd0/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=bf3a912a-d833-4aea-862f-391b17ed5546 
Contact Information:
	Mrs. Emily Kearns 
	Email: emily.kearns at oup.com 


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