29.742, Jobs: English; Computational Linguistic;s Lexicography; Morphology; Semantics; Syntax: Associate Linguist, Pygmalion

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Subject: 29.742, Jobs: English; Computational Linguistic;s Lexicography; Morphology; Semantics; Syntax: Associate Linguist, Pygmalion

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Date: Thu, 15 Feb 2018 13:22:38
From: Vikki Ha [AdvancedLinguistics at gmail.com]
Subject: English; Computational Linguistic;s Lexicography; Morphology; Semantics; Syntax: Associate Linguist, Pygmalion, London, UK

 
University or Organization: Pygmalion 
Department: Natural Language Understanding
Job Location: London, United Kingdom 
Job Title: Associate Linguist [Australian English]
Job Rank: Associate Linguist; Other

Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics; Lexicography; Morphology; Semantics; Syntax; Natural Language Processing

Required Language(s): English (eng)

Description:

The role of the Associate Linguist is to annotate and review linguistic data
in English (AU). The Associate Linguist will also contribute to a number of
other tasks to improve natural language processing. The tasks include:
- Labeling text for disambiguation, expansion, and text normalization
- Annotating lexicon entries according to guidelines
- Evaluating current system outputs
- Deriving NLP data for new and on-going projects

Minimum Requirements:
- Native-level speaker of English (AU)
- Experience in annotation work
- Knowledge of semantics, syntax, morphology or lexicography
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Attention to detail and good organizational skills

Desired Skills:
- Degree in Linguistics or Computational Linguistics or Speech processing
- Ability to quickly grasp technical concepts; learn in-house tools
- Keen interest in technology and computer-literate
- Fast and Accurate Keyboard Typing Skills
- Familiarity with Transcription Software
- Editing, Grammar Check and Proofing Skills
- Be able to work independently with confidence and little oversight
- Research Skills
- Knowledge of phonetics, phonology would be a plus
- Understanding of Natural Language Processing would be a plus

Project duration: 6 months (with potential extension)

This is not a permanent position but a full-time contract position.

How to apply: For immediate consideration, please email your CV and cover
letter in English (in PDF format) with "Associate Linguist [Australian
English]" in the subject line.



Application Deadline:  (Open until filled)
	  
Email Address for Applications: AdvancedLinguistics at gmail.com 
Contact Information:
	Vikki Ha 
	Email: AdvancedLinguistics at gmail.com 


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