23.673, Jobs: Italian; Syntax: Linguists/Syntacticians, Appen Butler Hill

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Subject: 23.673, Jobs: Italian; Syntax: Linguists/Syntacticians, Appen Butler Hill

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Date: 07-Feb-2012
From: Mandy Iverson [miverson at appenbutlerhill.com]
Subject: Italian; Syntax: Linguists/Syntacticians, Appen Butler Hill


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Date: Wed, 08 Feb 2012 20:39:22
From: Mandy Iverson [miverson at appenbutlerhill.com]
Subject: Italian; Syntax: Linguists/Syntacticians, Appen Butler Hill

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

Specialty Areas: Syntax 

Required Language(s): Italian (ita)

Description:

Appen Butler Hill is seeking Italian linguists/syntacticians to help improve 
the syntax parsers for a leading global IT company.

Main responsibilities include reviewing and annotating the language data 
according to specified dependency rules and refining the tag set. The 
successful candidate has a background in Theoretical Linguistics with 
emphasis on syntactic and semantic analysis. Previous experience in 
interpreting semantic and syntactic representations and familiarity with 
Dependency Grammars is a big plus.

The project will start as early as the middle/end of February 2012 and will 
continue for 3-4 months with possibility of extension. All work is done 
remotely; average time commitment will be approximately 20-30 hours per 
week.

Required Skills:
-  B.A. degree or higher in Computational Linguistics, Linguistics or related 
field
-  Native or near-native knowledge of written Italian
-  Excellent written communication skills in English
-  Strong background in syntax and grammar engineering
-  Ability to quickly understand new linguistic technologies and 
client/project needs
-  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
-  Demonstrated organizational skills with attention to detail

Additional Information:
The project requires excellent English reading, writing and communication 
skills. Strong computer skills in a Windows environment and greater than 
average comfort with software and technology are expected. You will be 
required to sign a legally binding non-disclosure agreement at the time of 
contract negotiation.

Compensation:
We offer a competitive, hourly pay rate DOE (to be paid as 1099 self-
employment income).

How to Apply:
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA5/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BUTLERHILL&cws=4&rid=267


Application Deadline: 28-Feb-2012 
	  
Web Address for Applications: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA5/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BUTLERHILL&cws=4&rid=267 
Contact Information:
	Mandy Iverson 
	Email: miverson at appenbutlerhill.com


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