[Corpora-List] Longman Dictionaries Recruitment

[Satchell, Trevor]

Longman Dictionaries, part of Pearson Education, is looking for a
hands-on
data programmers/project coordinators for various contract (fixed term)
and permanent positions starting as soon as possible.
The roles involves the following tasks: 

- XML conversion/parsing of monolingual and bilingual dictionary data

- CD-ROM data preparation. Taking existing content and delivering to
software developers in an agreed XML format, ensuring that data is fully
validated and parsed before supplying. A wide range of data is to be
supplied, including dictionary text, pictures, spoken audio, etc. This
involves linking different assets like sound files and pictures to
entries

- setting up new projects on an XML editing system for lexicographic
compilation

The ideal candidates would have the following skills:
*	Excellent data preparation skills, preferably involving XML
content
development and validation. Experience of programming essential,
involving
appropriate data processing languages such as PERL, PYTHON, RUBY or
OMNIMARK. 
*	Experience of HTML, CSS and JavaScript 
*	Experience of standard project management techniques, using
Microsoft Project, an advantage.
*	Good communication skills, able to communicate objectives and
maintain an excellent working relationship with in-house editorial and
technical staff and occasionally external suppliers. 
*	CD-ROM software development experience would be useful but not
essential
*	Working knowledge of European or Asian languages an advantage 

The work is available immediately and is based in Harlow, UK 
(midway between Cambridge and London).
Salary according to experience.

If you're interested, please email with your cv to Trevor Satchell
mailto:trevor.satchell at pearson.com



Trevor Satchell
CD-ROM and System Manager



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