LINGUIST List 10.1417

Wed Sep 29 1999

Jobs: Computational linguistics, Phonology-temporary

Editor for this issue: Jody Huellmantel <jodylinguistlist.org>

Directory

1. Doris Ecker, Part-time research assistant in computational linguistics
2. Osburne, Andrea (English), Temporary job--phonology

Part-time research assistant in computational linguistics

The Spoken Language Technology Group of Sony's Research Labs in San
Jose, CA is looking for a temporary part-time research assistant to
work with an international team on a research and development project
in spoken language translation.

Job description
Within the framework of a project on bi-directional English-Japanese
spoken language translation, the research assistant will mainly work
on the creation, improvement, maintenance and extension of English
corpora and lexica. He or she will also assist researchers in
performing linguistic analysis, evaluations, the creation of written
documentation and related tasks.

Job requirements
Native speaker of American English. Excellent written and spoken
communication skills. Open-mindedness, creativity and flexibility.
Thorough and reliable working style. Keen interest in multi-cultural
and multi-linguistic issues. Basic computer skills. Job experience in
linguistics, database creation and management, intercultural
communications or other relevant fields. Flexible working hours would
be a plus.

Please send your resume and a cover letter as well as any questions to:

Doris Ecker
dorisslt.sel.sony.com
fax: 408-955-6848
Sony US Research Laboratories
3300 Zanker Rd.; M/S SJ 1B5
San Jose, CA 95134-1901

PHONOLOGY COURSE: Spring 2000

The English Department at Central Connecticut State University is
seeking an instructor for a phonology course (part of a TESOL
M.S. program) to be given during the Spring 2000 semester. The
Ph.D. or ABD is required.

For further information, contact the Department of English at (860)
832-2740. To apply, please send a cover letter, CV, and two letters
of recommendation to me at the address below.

Andrea G. Osburne

Department of English
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT 06050

"Credentials and experience substantially comparable to the above will also
be considered.

CCSU aggressively pursues a program of equal employment and
educational opportunity and affirmative action. Members of all
underrepresented groups, women, veterans, and persons with
disabilities are invited and encouraged to apply."