13.1550, Jobs: Computational Ling: Ling Engineering, Canada

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LINGUIST List:  Vol-13-1550. Thu May 30 2002. ISSN: 1068-4875.

Subject: 13.1550, Jobs: Computational Ling: Ling Engineering, Canada

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Date:  29 May 2002 15:09:44 -0000
From:  Monnier Marie-Christine <marie-christine.monnier at nstein.com>
Subject:  Computational Ling: Ling Engineering, Nstein Technologies, Canada

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Date:  29 May 2002 15:09:44 -0000
From:  Monnier Marie-Christine <marie-christine.monnier at nstein.com>
Subject:  Computational Ling: Ling Engineering, Nstein Technologies, Canada


Rank of Job: TBD
Areas Required: Linguistic Engineering
Other Desired Areas: R&D
University or Organization: Nstein Technologies
Department:
State or Province: Quebec
Country: Canada
Final Date of Application: June 15, 2002
Contact: Monnier Marie-Christine marie-christine.monnier at nstein.com

Address for Applications:
75 Queen Street, 4400
Montreal
Quebec H3C 2N6
canada


POSTES DE LINGUISTES A-1010
Tchèque, turc

PROFIL DE L'ENTREPRISE
Organisation: nstein Technologies R&D
Montréal, Canada
SERVICE R&D / Ingénierie linguistique

Vous vous joindrez à une jeune équipe dynamique et
motivée. Composée d'individus hautement qualifiés, l'équipe
d'Ingénierie linguistique de nstein Technologies effectue dans un
environnement concret de la recherche et du développement pour des
produits prêts à la mise en marché. nstein commercialise des
solutions linguistiques pour le marché du âEurooee-publishing. Parmi
ses clients réputés : l'APA (American Psychological Association) et
UPI (United Press International).

PROFIL D'EXIGENCE
Embauche: Immédiate, contrat entre 3 mois et 6 mois, possibilité de
renouvellement;
Postes offerts: 2 postes de linguistes : tchèque, turc / Besoins
futurs : Linguistes Arabes, japonais, chinois

Responsabilités:
· élaborer les règles et dictionnaires propres à  la langue
maîtrisée à partir d'un système d'indexation automatisée existant
(édition de données et de règles);
· Définir les modifications nécessaires au traitement de la langue
maîtrisée (adapter le système d'indexation selon les spécificités
de la langue maîtrisée)
· Définir un plan de test, préparer et effectuer les tests
· Définir un plan de travail et documenter ce dernier

Profil Technique :
· Connaissance du cycle de développement logiciel pour produits
commerciaux;
· Maîtrise de la langue requise pour le poste;
· Connaissance des concepts entourant le milieu linguistique (études
littéraires, etc.)
· Bonne connaissance du domaine du « e-publishing » serait un atout

Profil personnel :
· Excellente gestion des échéanciers et des délais;
· Excellent esprit d'analyse et de synthèse;
· Sens de la minutie et de la précision;
· Aime travailler en équipe et sens du leadership;
· Excellente gestion du stress;
· Sens de l'organisation et des responsabilités;
· Souci de l'amélioration continue des produits et de l'innovation;
· Adaptabilité et souplesse dâEuro(tm)esprit;
· Sens de la résolution de problème de façon simple et concise;
· Esprit créatif, ingénieux et autonome;
· Très bonne connaissance de l'anglais ou du français

Scolarité et expérience :
· Diplôme universitaire en linguistique (ou discipline reliée) ou
étudiant(e) en fin de parcours.
· Expérience de travail dans le domaine de la linguistique un atout.
· Familier avec un langage de programmation un atout

Date finale de remise des candidatures: ouvert
Contact : careers at nstein.com ou marie-christine.monnier at nstein.com

______________________________________________________________________

JOB OFFERING A1010
Linguistic Engineering
Turkish & czech
Company Profile
You will join a young and dynamic team of highly skilled individuals
who apply their acquired knowledge and skills in real-world conditions
by combining research and development of market-ready products.

nstein Technologies (EIN) is a public corporation, listed on the
Canadian Venture Exchange (CDNX) since June 2000, which develops and
markets innovative business solutions based on linguistic
intelligence.  nstein is part of the e-knowledge market, which is
currently experiencing enormous growth. The American consulting firm
The Delphi Group, which recently produced an analysis on the company,
stated that nstein is positioned to be a world leader in the sector of
intelligent linguistic tools. nstein's technology stands apart from
the competition through its efficiency, speed and unparalleled
precision in processing large volumes of unstructured information in
various languages. nstein is commercializing linguistic-based
solutions to address the e-publishing market. Renowned corporations
and companies such as APA (American Psychological Association) and UPI
(United Press International) are among nstein's clients.

1. Computational linguist - Job Functions
§ Definition and conception of parameters/functionalities of a project
§ Formalization of objectives
§ Feasibility studies (defining the problems and challenges)
§ Definition of the analysis methodology
§ Schedule estimation
§ Detailed analysis
§ Data and functionalities modeling
§ Architectural design of a functional system
§ Modeling that transforms into prototype
§ Active participation in the design and architecture of modules in
collaboration with Product Development team.
§ Elaboration of tests plans - quality assurance
§ Documentation

2. Linguist - Job Functions
§ Research
§ Definition and conception of parameters/functionalities of a project
§ Definition of the attributes and data relationships of the modules
§ Tests, Data editing & Documentation

Personal/Professional attributes
· Works well under pressure
· Creative, ingenious & synthesize ideas
· Strong analytical abilities
· Self-governing but loves team work
· Very good knowledge of French or English (spoken at least)

Education and Experience
· University Degree in Linguistic (or related studies) OR a student
on the verge of finishing his degree.
· 1 - 2 years of work experience in the linguistic field a strong
asset.
· Experience with statistic and linguistic approaches (concept
extraction and manipulation, formalization with rules)
· Familiarity with a programming language a strong asset (working
knowledge)

Status: 3 to 6 months contract
Deadline for Application: open
Contact : careers at nstein.com ou marie-christine.monnier at nstein.com

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