23.2370, Jobs: Turkish; Semantics; Syntax: Consultant/Researcher, Appen Butler Hill

Thu May 17 17:58:32 UTC 2012

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Subject: 23.2370, Jobs: Turkish; Semantics; Syntax: Consultant/Researcher, Appen Butler Hill

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Date: Thu, 17 May 2012 13:57:03
From: Mandy Iverson [miverson at appenbutlerhill.com]
Subject: Turkish; Semantics; Syntax: Consultant/Researcher, Appen Butler Hill

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

Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics; Semantics; Syntax 

Required Language(s): Turkish (tur)

Description:

Appen Butler Hill is seeking Turkish 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 mid to end of June 2012 and will continue for 4-5 
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 Turkish
- 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 requirements:
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 depending on experience 
(to be paid as 1099 self-employment income).

How to apply:
Apply using the online form available at 
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA5/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BUTLERHILL&cws=4&rid=323

Application Deadline: 30-May-2012 

Web Address for Applications: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA5/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BUTLERHILL&cws=4&rid=323 
Contact Information:
	Mandy Iverson 
	Email: miverson at appenbutlerhill.com

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