Jobs: 6 Offers
Philippe Blache
pb at lpl.univ-aix.fr
Thu Jan 13 12:27:44 UTC 2000
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1/ From: "Pierre Eggermont" <Pierre.Eggermont at lhs.be>
Subject: Comp Ling:Project Manager at Lernout & Hauspie Speech
Products,Belgium
2/ From: "Pierre Eggermont" <Pierre.Eggermont at lhs.be>
Subject: NLP Grammar Developer at Lernout & Hauspie Speech
Products,Belgium
3/ From: Zeeshan Khan <zeeshan at bcl-computers.com>
Subject: NLP at BCL Computers, Santa Clara,CA,USA
4/ From: Pianesi Fabio <pianesi at irst.itc.it>
Subject: Comp Ling: Programmer at ITC-Irst,Italy
5/ From: "Sylvia Joos" <Sylvia.Joos at lhs.be>
Subject: Comp Ling: Portuguese Specialist at Lernout & Hauspie Speech
Products,Belgium
6/ From: Florence Gaunet <gaunet at limsi.fr>
Subject: Proposition de stage
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1/ From: "Pierre Eggermont" <Pierre.Eggermont at lhs.be>
Subject: Comp Ling:Project Manager at Lernout & Hauspie Speech
Products,Belgium
Lernout & Hauspie Speech Products (L&H) is the worlds leading provider of
speech and language technology products, solutions, and services to
businesses
and individuals worldwide. It is our mission to break down language barriers
through advanced translation technology and to enable people to interact by
voice in any language with the machines that empower them. Founded in 1987
L&H
has revolutionized the development and application of advanced speech and
language technologies. The company delivers the broadest array of consumer,
business, and industry offerings in automatic dictation, translation, sound
compression, voice synthesis, and industrial documentation.
As a NASDAQ and EASDAQ quoted company and headquartered in Ieper (Belgium),
L&H
maintains offices in more than forty nations in Europe, Asia, the Middle
East,
North America, and South America. With over 1,750 employees - mainly
linguists,
scientists and engineers - we generated an annual revenue of $211.6 million
in
1998.
For the development of language and speech technology, L&H currently has an
opening in its International Headquarters in Ieper (Belgium) for a (m/f):
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Project Manager Taiwanese
Development Speech and Language Technology
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Function:
* You will manage and coordinate software development projects in the area
of
language and speech processing technology and systems for Taiwanese.
* You will coordinate the start-up of the Taiwanese language development
team,
including a.o. recruitment and logistics.
* You will supervise, coach and motivate a team of linguists and engineers
based
both in Ieper, Taiwan and Singapore.
* You will streamline the gathering of corpora and acoustic data, the
development of an L&H specific grammars and lexicons for Taiwanese and the
translation of the linguistic data to software based on L&H technology.
* You will ensure that the quality and timing standards set out by L&H are
reached.
* You will actively participate in the technical aspects of the project.
* You will maintain good contacts with the different departments within L&H
and
relevant Taiwanese and Singaporean institutes, organizations, etc. .
Profile:
* relevant university degree preferably in computer science or
(computational)
linguistics;
* experience in management of development projects, preferably in the field
of
natural language and/or speech processing;
* near-native or native speaker of Taiwanese and a conversational level of
English;
* good knowledge of and experience in at least two of the following areas:
speech processing, phonetics, lexicography, computational linguistics,
natural
language processing (NLP), programming, (e.g. C, C++, script languages,?),
other
languages;
* ability to work in a team and independently;
* perseverance, accuracy and thoroughness;
* good social and communicative abilities;
* self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit;
* willingness to travel for limited periods of time.
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If you are interested in this job opportunity and you believe to fulfil the
required profile, we have to meet each other.
Please send your application letter and detailed resume to:
Lernout & Hauspie Speech Products
Personnel Department
Mailto:job-announce at lhs.be
attn. Mr. Pierre Eggermont
Flanders Language Valley 50
B-8900 Ieper
BELGIUM
Fax: int+ 32 (0)57.20.84.89
To learn more about Lernout & Hauspie and its products, visit our homepage:
http://www.lhsl.com
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2/ From: "Pierre Eggermont" <Pierre.Eggermont at lhs.be>
Subject: NLP Grammar Developer at Lernout & Hauspie Speech
Products,Belgium
Lernout & Hauspie Speech Products (L&H) is the worlds leading provider of
speech and language technology products, solutions, and services to
businesses
and individuals worldwide. It is our mission to break down language barriers
through advanced translation technology and to enable people to interact by
voice in any language with the machines that empower them. Founded in 1987
L&H
has revolutionized the development and application of advanced speech and
language technologies. The company delivers the broadest array of consumer,
business, and industry offerings in automatic dictation, translation, sound
compression, voice synthesis, and industrial documentation.
As a NASDAQ and EASDAQ quoted company and headquartered in Ieper (Belgium),
L&H
maintains offices in more than forty nations in Europe, Asia, the Middle
East,
North America, and South America. With over 1,750 employees - mainly
linguists,
scientists and engineers - we generated an annual revenue of $211.6 million
in
1998.
For the development of language and speech technology, L&H currently has an
opening in its offices in Brussels (Belgium) for a (m/f):
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NLP GRAMMAR DEVELOPER
Speech and Language Technology
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General Description:
* Localization of the Voice Xpress natural language grammars to voice
control
Windows applications to German, Dutch and UK English, but with the focus on
German.
* Development of new grammars for specific applications in the target
languages.
This includes domain analysis, design, implementation, testing and
usability
evaluations.
Duties:
Responsibility - Percent of Work Time:
* Natural language Grammar localization - 80%
* Natural Language Grammar Development - 20%
Required Skills:
* Linguistic education, preferably a university degree in the target
language,
or a (additional) degree in computer linguistics or artificial intelligence
* Excellence in the grammar of the target languages and its practical usage
(preferably native speaker of one of them)
* Good command of English
* The candidate has sense for methodology and self organization, works
rigorously
* Working knowledge of the following software required: Microsoft Windows,
Microsoft Office
* Good communication skills
Desired Skills:
* Experience with context free grammars and their application in Natural
Language Processing
* Experience with Rule Based systems
* The candidate is a team player but can also work also independently
* programming experience with Visual Basic and/or scripting languages
* Willing to travel for short periods
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If you are interested in this job opportunity and you believe to fulfill the
required profile, we have to meet each other.
Please send your application letter and detailed resume to:
Lernout & Hauspie Speech Products
Personnel Department
Mailto:job-announce at lhs.be
attn. Ms. Valerie Maes
Flanders Language Valley 50
B-8900 Ieper
BELGIUM
Fax: int+ 32 (0)57.20.84.89
To learn more about Lernout & Hauspie and its products, visit our homepage:
http://www.lhsl.com
___________________________________________________________________________
3/ From: Zeeshan Khan <zeeshan at bcl-computers.com>
Subject: NLP at BCL Computers, Santa Clara,CA,USA
Rank of Job:
Areas Required: NLP, Semantic Domain Modelling
Other Desired Areas: Knowledge-Base Construction
University or Organization: BCL Computers
Department: HCI Products
State or Province: CA
Country: USA
Final Date of Application: 7/1/2000
Contact: Zeeshan Khan zeeshan at bcl-computers.com
Address for Applications:
990 Linden Dr, Suite 203
Santa Clara
CA 95118
USA
BCL is looking for people with experience in computational linguistics
and linguistics to work on an exciting, cutting-edge project funded by
the Advanced Technology Program (ATP) of the Department of Commerce.
The work involves developing and implementing linguistic models for
spoken and written language for internet and handheld platforms.
A short summary of the project and BCL is given below:
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BCL COMPUTERS TO DEVELOP SPOKEN
LANGUAGE CODE GENERATING SOFTWARE FOR ATP
October 7, 1999.
BCL Computers, a leader in document management technology, is pleased
to announce being awarded an ATP contract to develop a code generating
software "toolkit" that will allow programmers to rapidly develop
spoken-language input interfaces for new and existing applications
without a detailed knowledge of linguistic theory.
Speech-based input systems are becoming ever more desirable with the
advent of handheld computers. Spoken language provides a natural and
convenient method of communicating with the computer, but a
spoken-language user interface (SLUI) for an application program is
difficult to create.
Natural-language processing is far more complex than GUI programming.
Automatic speech recognition systems exist to take spoken words and
translate them into symbols, but to build a true SLUI the programmer
needs to understand concepts in human linguistics, syntactic parsing
and human discourse theory to effectively translate a natural language
sentence into input for an application program.
BCL Computers proposes a SLUI Toolkit that will allow programmers to
rapidly develop spoken-language input for new and existing applications
without a detailed knowledge of linguistic theory. The programmer will
specify a sample set of input sentences for each task, the Toolkit will
analyze them and generate a front-end application which is fine-tuned
for understanding relevant Naturally Spoken command sentences.
Natural-language processing is a notoriously difficult field, and
developing a SLUI Toolkit powerful and general enough to be useful to
programmers working in a wide variety of application areas will
require BCL to overcome a number of technical challenges, ranging from
algorithms to deal with ambiguity in natural language to designing
effective "wrappers" to interface with the target application programs.
The resulting SLUI also must be compact and efficient enough to work
well within the resources of a handheld computer. A SLUI toolkit will
transform and expand the uses of handheld computers in much the same
way that the Graphical User Interface transformed the world of desktop
computers.
About BCL Computers
BCL Computers is a leader in human computer interaction technology.
Formalized in 1994, the company has been developing numerous solutions
addressing document understanding technology to aid repurposing of PDF
with both custom and shrink-wrapped solutions. With the intent of
simplifying the workflow, BCL has also developed technology that makes
web-publishing an easy task for both novices and experts. The
development
of the SLUI toolkit takes BCL into the Natural Language aspect of human
computer interaction where computers begin to understand written and
spoken input. The company's repertoire of products includes a fax
solution that enables immediately and automatic delivery of incoming
faxes to users via email.
About ATP
The ATP is a unique partnership between government and private
industry to accelerate the development of high-risk technologies
that promise significant commercial payoffs and widespread benefits
for the economy. The ATP encourages a change in how industry
approaches R&D, providing a mechanism for industry to extend its
technological reach and push out the envelope of what can be attempted.
http://www.atp.nist.gov
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4/ From: Pianesi Fabio <pianesi at irst.itc.it>
Subject: Comp Ling: Programmer at ITC-Irst,Italy
The Cognitive and Communication Technologies (CCT) division at
ITC-Irst (www.itc.it/enITCirst/) has the following openings for
temporary positions (2 years, renewable) starting as soon as possible:
- one computer scientist to collaborate in the EC funded projects
Renaissance (V Framework). The ideal candidate should have good
programming skills. Experience in dialogue systems and/or planning
techniques, and a good working knowledge of English are a plus.
- one computer scientist with experience in speech analysis and/or
synthesis to cooperate in the EC funded project M-PIRO (V
Framework). Native knowledge of Italian and good programming skills
are required. A working knowledge of English is a plus.
- one computer scientist/computational linguist to collaborate in the
information extraction activity of CTT. The ideal candidate should
have good programming skills. Experience in NLP techniques (in
particular, finite state parsing) and a good working knowledge of
English are a plus.
In addition to this, the candidates will be willing to integrate in a
dynamic research group committed to international excellence.
To apply, please send a CV plus list of publications to:
Fabio Pianesi
Vice-head of the CCT Division
IRST
38050 Povo (Tn)
Italy
email: pianesi at itc.it
Applications via e-mail are welcome.
About CCT.
The Cognitive and Communication Technologies division at IRST is one
of the leading European research groups in areas such as Natural
Language Processing, Human-Computer Interaction and Dialogue Systems,
Multi-modality, Natural Language Generation, and Production and
Maintenance of Linguistic Resources. Committed to both base and
applied research, CCT has consolidated links and pursues joint
research efforts with many of the main research centres all over the
world. As part of ITC-Irst, CCT is a member of the European Network of
Excellence in Natural Language and Speech (ELSNET).
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5/ From: "Sylvia Joos" <Sylvia.Joos at lhs.be>
Subject: Comp Ling: Portuguese Specialist at Lernout & Hauspie Speech
Products,Belgium
Lernout & Hauspie Speech Products (L&H) is a global leader in advanced
speech
and language solutions for computers, cars, telecommunications, embedded
products,
consumer goods and the internet. The company makes the speech user interface
(SUI), the keystone of simple, convenient interaction between humans
and technology, and uses advanced translation technology to break down
cultural
barriers. The L&H team is 1700 people in 25 countries. The headquarters is
located
in Ieper, Belgium.
For the development of Brazilian and European Portuguese language and speech
technology, Lernout & Hauspie
is currently looking for a
Brazilian Portuguese Language Specialist
and
European Portuguese Language Specialist
for the Corporate R&D Division
located in Ieper (Belgium)
Function:
This person will work on the development of speech synthesis systems. He/she
will work in a language
development group and report to the group or project manager.
Profile:
· university degree in philology or linguistics, or equivalent
· (near-)native Brazilian Portuguese or European Portuguese
· knowledge of phonetics
· interest in other languages and their linguistic aspects
· at least a basic experience with and interest in computers
· good knowledge of and/or experience in one or more of the following areas
are
considered an asset:
- near-native command of English
- speech processing, esp. text-to-speech synthesis
- computer linguistics
- natural language processing (NLP)
- spoken dialog systems
- computer technology
- standard software packages
- programming
- other languages than the target language
· ability to work in a team and independently
· perseverance, accuracy and thoroughness
· good social and communicative abilities
· willingness to travel abroad for limited periods of time
If you are interested in this job opportunity and you believe to fulfil the
required profile, we have to meet each other. Please send your hardcopy
application and detailed resume to:
Lernout & Hauspie Speech Products
Personnel Department
attn. Ms. Ann De Somere
Flanders Language Valley, 50
B-8900 Ieper
BELGIUM
To learn more about Lernout & Hauspie and its products, visit our homepage
http://www.lhs.com
You may also want to send an e-mail to <mailto:job-announce at lhs.be> to
obtain a
list of all current job openings at L&H.
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6/ From: Florence Gaunet <gaunet at limsi.fr>
Subject: Proposition de stage
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Objet : Proposition de stage
PRESENTATION DU STAGE
Les possibilités pour les personnes aveugles de se déplacer de façon
autonome en environnement urbain inconnu sont très réduites. Quelques
installations sont en place mais elles couvrent une très petite partie
de l’espace de déplacement. Plutôt que d’aménager une ville, une
solution est l’utilisation d’un système d’aide à la navigation pédestre
portatif.
Dans le cadre d’un stage de DEA , nous proposons à un étudiant de
réaliser les travaux préliminaires à la mise en œuvre de ce type de
système.
Un système d’aide à la navigation est composé d’un système de base de
données géographiques, de fonctionnalités de calcul d’itinéraires, d’un
système de localisation, et de mécanismes d’interactions avec
l’utilisateur.
Les mécanismes d’interactions avec l’utilisateur aveugle ne peuvent
évidemment pas utiliser d’affichages graphiques (e.g. cartes –par
ailleurs le braille n’est maîtrisé que par un faible pourcentage de la
population aveugle-), l’utilisateur ne peut pas vérifier sa position en
faisant usage d’indices visuels (noms de rues, bâtiments
), les mains
sont occupées par les dispositifs de localisation proximale (canne ou
chien), et l’audition, facteur essentiel de repérage, doit être
préservée pour la perception des bruits extérieurs.
On saisit alors toute l’importance d’un système de localisation fiable
et précis, de mécanismes d’interfaces utilisant les modalités
disponibles, et de dispositifs permettant un accès distal aux repères.
Le but de ce stage est de développer :
-Un système de localisation adapté aux besoins du piéton aveugle.
L’utilisation du GPS, du GPS différentiel, mais aussi de systèmes
supplémentaires (compas, podomètres, accéléromètres
) et leur couplage
avec le SIG disponible au LIMSI et les base BDTOPO et GEOROUTE de l’IGN
seront étudiés.
-Des interfaces multimodales (en entrée et en sortie) adaptées aux
besoins du piéton aveugle. Ces interfaces comprendront :
Un système de reconnaissance vocale pour une interaction en
entrée de type commande
Un système de synthèse vocale destiné à fournir verbalement
les instructions de déplacement et les noms des repères
Un système manuel d’interaction en entrée (clavier dédié,
pavé de touches spécialisées
)
L’ensemble de ces dispositifs devra être intégré dans un système de
dialogue multimodal permettant le guidage de la personne non voyante le
long d’un itinéraire urbain complexe.
Ce travail se fera en collaboration étroite avec les membres du projet
chargés des études comportementales, et devra faire l’objet d’une
évaluation finale sur le terrain avec des personnes aveugles.
Le stage est rémunéré.
PREREQUIS
Programmation C, C++, Smalltalk, (CORBA pourra être utilisé) sur PC,
autonomie, volonté de réaliser un système opérationnel, capacités de
travail en équipe en milieu pluridisciplinaire.
PERSONNES A CONTACTER
Yacine Bellik (01 69 85 81 10), bellik at limsi.fr
Xavier Briffault (01 69 85 80 05), briffault at limsi.fr
LIEU DU STAGE
LIMSI (Laboratoire d'Informatique pour la Mécanique et les Sciences de
l'Ingénieur), Bat. 508, 91400 Orsay.
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Florence Gaunet
Laboratoire d'Informatique pour la Mécanique
et les Sciences de l'Ingénieur
LIMSI-CNRS
BP 133
91403 Orsay
gaunet at limsi.fr
Tel: (33) 1 69 85 80 14
Fax: (33) 1 69 85 80 88
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