32.2481, Jobs: Applied Linguistics, Language Acquisition: Scientist: DuoLingo

Tue Jul 27 04:49:00 UTC 2021

LINGUIST List: Vol-32-2481. Tue Jul 27 2021. ISSN: 1069 - 4875.

Subject: 32.2481, Jobs:  Applied Linguistics, Language Acquisition: Scientist: DuoLingo

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Date: Tue, 27 Jul 2021 00:48:07
From: Dalia Shehata [dalia at duolingo.com]
Subject: Applied Linguistics, Language Acquisition: Scientist: DuoLingo, Pennsylvania, USA

University or Organization: Duolingo 
Department: Learning & Curriculum
Web Address: https://careers.duolingo.com/students
Job Title: Learning Scientist - SLA & Assessment
Job Rank: Scientist

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition 

Description:

Help us shape the future of education.

Our mission is to develop the best education in the world and make it
universally available.  With 500 million total users worldwide, Duolingo is
the most popular way to learn a language online.

As a new grad at Duolingo, you’ll make an impact by working on real projects
that affect our millions of users, while developing your career through
hands-on learning and mentorship.

We are looking for a soon-to-be Ph.D. graduate with research expertise in
second language acquisition and assessment. At Duolingo, you will have an
opportunity to apply your skills and knowledge in a fast-paced, collaborative
environment, where you see the immediate impact of your work on millions of
learners worldwide.

More information on our University Programs can be found at
university.duolingo.com

What you’ll do...
Collaborate on the development of in-app assessments in a variety of languages
to evaluate learner achievement across all language skills
Help design and conduct research studies aimed at assessing the overall
efficacy of Duolingo products and features
Gain insights from analyzing user accuracy and in-app behavior data and
communicate findings both internally and externally

What we’re looking for…
Ph.D. degree. You are currently pursuing a Ph.D. degree in applied
linguistics, second language studies, TESOL, or a related field. Your
graduation date must be between December 2021 and August 2022.
Research expertise. You demonstrate strong research ability in second language
learning, preferably in language assessment and/or computer-assisted language
learning.

Experience with language testing. You have good foundational knowledge in
language assessment and experience designing and developing assessments,
analyzing test results, and evaluating quality of tests.

Data analysis skills. You have strong skills in statistics and data analysis,
especially as they relate to assessing the outcomes of language learners at
different proficiency levels.

Language knowledge. You know at least one language other than English.
Strong communication. You have excellent interpersonal and communication
skills.

Exceptional Candidates:
Experience working in industry, especially in educational technology
At least basic knowledge of Spanish and/or French

Why you’ll love working here…
Language learning opportunities
Catered in-house lunches, and breakfast and dinner options
Company-wide Hackathon
PTO and company holidays
Frequent company-wide dinners, monthly celebrations, social clubs, and so much
more!

Application Deadline:  (Open until filled)

Web Address for Applications: https://careers.duolingo.com/?type=New%20Grad#openings 
Contact Information:
	Recruiter Dalia Shehata 
	Email: dalia at duolingo.com 
	Phone: 6109059805 

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