28.4682, Jobs: Discourse Analysis; Morphology; Semantics; Syntax: Junior Linguist, Pygmalion

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Subject: 28.4682, Jobs: Discourse Analysis; Morphology; Semantics; Syntax: Junior Linguist, Pygmalion

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Date: Tue, 07 Nov 2017 17:13:50
From: Jess Kirchner [advancedlinguistics at gmail.com]
Subject: Discourse Analysis; Morphology; Semantics; Syntax: Junior Linguist, Pygmalion, California, USA

 
University or Organization: Pygmalion 
Job Location: California, USA 
Job Title: Junior Linguist
Job Rank: Junior Linguist

Specialty Areas: Discourse Analysis; Morphology; Semantics; Syntax 


Description:

As a Junior Linguist, you will be annotating and reviewing linguistic data.
You will also contribute to a number of other tasks to improve natural
language processing systems.

Work will be done on-site in Mountain View, CA.

The tasks include:
- annotating and reviewing linguistic data
- applying semantic, syntactic and morphological labels to text
- annotating lexical features
- context-free grammar analysis and design
- error analysis for current system outputs
- deriving NLP data for new and ongoing projects

Requirements:
- native-level speaker of English
- proficiency in at least one other language
- degree in Linguistics or Computational Linguistics
- knowledge of semantics and syntax
- ability to quickly grasp technical concepts; learn in-house tools
- keen interest in technology and computer-literate
- excellent oral and written communication skills
- attention to detail and good organizational skills
- able to multitask effectively, and adjust smoothly to changing priorities
- experience in annotation work preferred
- experience programming or scripting and working in Linux/Unix environment
preferred

Project duration:
12 months (with potential extension). This is a fixed-term contract, not a
permanent position.

How to apply: Please email your CV and cover letter in English (in PDF format)
with “Junior Linguist [English]” in the subject line.



Application Deadline: 31-Jan-2018 (Open until filled)
	  
Email Address for Applications: advancedlinguistics at gmail.com 
Contact Information:
	Jess Kirchner 
	Email: advancedlinguistics at gmail.com 


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