36.1409, Jobs: Canadian; French; Applied Linguistics: Associate Linguist with Canadian French, TELUS Digital

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LINGUIST List: Vol-36-1409. Thu May 01 2025. ISSN: 1069 - 4875.

Subject: 36.1409, Jobs: Canadian; French; Applied Linguistics: Associate Linguist with Canadian French, TELUS Digital

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Date: 30-Apr-2025
From: Maria Sznajder [maria.sznajder at telusinternational.com]
Subject: Canadian; French; Applied Linguistics: Associate Linguist with Canadian French, TELUS Digital


Job Location: Job opportunity is available as on-site position in:
Poland - Cracow, Denmark - Copenhagen, Portugal - Lisbon, Poland
Job Title: Associate Linguist with Canadian French
Job Rank: Rank Open

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics

Specialty Language(s): French (fra)
                       Canadian

Description:
As an Associate Linguist, you will provide linguistic expertise for
developing NLP tools for the target language. You will be involved in
annotation, creating grammar rules, formulating language templates,
finding patterns, and evaluating existing data. Full training on tools
and processes will be provided.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Annotation
- Creating grammar rules
- Formulating language templates
- Finding patterns
- Evaluating existing data
REQUIREMENTS
- We are looking for candidates with native fluency in Canadian French
and, specifically, an educational background from Canada, ensuring a
deep understanding of the language as it is used in a Canadian
academic context.
- Higher education (MA or MsC)
- Solid and comprehensive understanding of the formal aspects of the
target language (e.g. grammar, parts of speech,
formal/casual/dialects)
- Knowledge/awareness of linguistic terms and concepts
- Working knowledge of complex tools, e.g. CMS, SQL
- Advanced Excel/Sheets
- Some knowledge of programming/coding (e.g. HTML, R, regular
expressions)
- Good understanding and interest in the current technology landscape:
IT computing, AI, machine learning, voice assistants, internet of
things
- Experience in testing, data processing, database management
- Formal linguistic education is a plus
- Skills Grasping technical concepts and learning new tools
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to work independently with confidence and little oversight
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
EXTRA POINTS FOR
- Experience using NLP tools and concepts
- Experience in annotation work
- Knowledge of formal linguistics
WE OFFER
- Welcome to AI Bonus!
- Relocation package
- Multisport card
- Private medical care
- Career development opportunities
- Stable employment based on contract of employment
- Employee referral bonuses & Recognition programs
We are looking for French Canadian speakers and we are able to offer
employment in one of the following European countries:
Poland - Cracow
Denmark - Copenhagen
Portugal - Lisbon
If this opportunity sounds appealing to you, apply now!
*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted/interviewed.
*Kindly attach an updated Copy of your CV in English.
ABOUT US
AI Data Solutions
Creating and enhancing the world's data to enable better AI via human
intelligence.
We help companies test and improve machine learning models via our
global AI Community of 1 million+ annotator and linguists. Our
proprietary AI training platform handles all data types (text, images,
audio, video, and geo) across 500+ languages and dialects. Our AI Data
Solutions vastly enhance AI systems across a range of applications
from advanced smart products, to better search results, to expanded
speech recognition, to more human-like bot interactions and so much
more.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran
status.

Application Deadline: (Open until filled)
Mailing Address for Applications:
        Poland
Email Address for Applications: jobs.ai at telusinternational.com
Web Address for Applications:
https://jobs.telusdigital.com/en_US/careers/Pipelinedetails?pipelineId=70592&source=Linguist+List
Application Instructions:
Kindly submit your up-to-date CV in English.
Contact Information:
        Maria Sznajder
        Email: maria.sznajder at telusinternational.com



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