[JOB Opportunity] Lao Linguists

[Supheakmungkol SARIN]

Dear all,
 We're looking for a few Lao linguists. Please refer to the following for
the details.

Job description:

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

This is a contract position for an estimated 40 hours per week for a period
of 6-12 months. You will be mostly working from home. Part of the job may
require you to come in close proximity to Vientiane for training and
subsequent intermediary meetings.

The tasks include:


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   annotating and reviewing Lao texts according to linguistic guidelines
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   labeling text with semantic, syntactic and morphological features
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   annotating lexicon entries according to guidelines


Requirements:


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   a native Lao speaker and fluent in English
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   degree in Linguistics, Computational Linguistics or similar, with
   knowledge of semantics, syntax, morphology and/or lexicography
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   ability to quickly grasp technical concepts; learn in-house tools
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   keen interest in technology and computer-literate
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   should have an interest in natural language processing, linguistics,
   linguistic resources
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   excellent oral and written communication skills


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   attention to detail and good organizational skills
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   ability to work independently from home with reliable internet
   connectivity


Project duration: 6-12 months

For immediate consideration, please e-mail your CV and a cover letter in
English (in PDF format) with “Lao Linguists” in the subject line to the
following address:

 E-mail address for applications: *answer.nemo at gmail.com
<answer.nemo at gmail.com>*

Application deadline: Aug 17th, 2014


Thanks a lot & Best regards,


Supheakmungkol Sarin

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