About this role
As a Junior Linguist, you will be reviewing and annotating linguistic data and carrying out a number of tasks to improve Google’s natural language processing.
This includes:
– Reviewing and annotating linguistic data
– Labeling text for semantic, syntactic and morphological characteristics
– Annotating lexicon entries according to guidelines
– Deriving NLP data for new and on-going projects
Company:
Appen
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
– Ability to quickly grasp technical concepts; should have an interest in natural language processing
– Excellent oral and written communication skills
– Keen interest in technology and computer-literate (should feel comfortable using in-house tools and should have an interest in linguistics and linguistic resources)
– Attention to detail and good organizational skills
Educational level: Degree in Linguistics or Computational Linguistics with knowledge of semantics, syntax, morphology or lexicography
Linguistic Field(s): Morphology, Semantics, Syntax, Lexicography, NLP
Language requirements:
Native-level speaker of Brazilian Portuguese and fluent in English
Specific requirements:
Specific requirements: Project duration:9 months (with potential for extension). This is not a permanent position but a contract position.
Location: The location could be any of the following: Brazil, Zurich, Dublin, London, Portugal, New York City or Mountain View.
Educational level:
Diploma