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To post to LINGUIST, use our convenient web form at http://linguistlist.org/posttolinguist.cfm Directory         1.    Haejoong Lee, Programming; Natural Language Processing: Programmer Analyst, University of Pennsylvania, USA Message 1: Programming; Natural Language Processing: Programmer Analyst, University of Pennsylvania, USA Date: 09-Jun-2010 From: Haejoong Lee <haejoongldc.upenn.edu> Subject: Programming; Natural Language Processing: Programmer Analyst, University of Pennsylvania, USA E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: University of Pennsylvania Department: Linguistic Data Consortium Job Location: Pennsylvania, USA Web Address: http://www.ldc.upenn.edu/ Job Rank: Programmer Analyst Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics; Programming; Natural Language Processing Description: Linguistic Data Consortium at the University of Pennsylvania has an immediate opening for a full-time programmer analyst to support our rapidly growing linguistic resource creation projects. Programmer Analyst (#100328205) Duties: This position will support LDC's language resource creation projects by providing programming, research and other technical support in a rapid prototyping environment, for multiple concurrent projects with evolving technical requirements. In collaboration with technical managers, non-technical project staff and external researchers, this candidate will assess technical requirements for projects, develop plans for satisfying those needs, and implement technical specifications within stringent deadlines and budget constraints. Tasks may include: - Work with project staff and external researchers to assess technical requirements and devise novel solutions - Develop and maintain software including GUI-based linguistic annotation tools, web applications, data harvesting and processing tools - Collect, process and normalize web and other linguistic data - Develop and maintain data collection infrastructure - Develop and implement quality control approaches for corpus creation - Troubleshoot technical problems and provide timely solutions - Document technical solutions - Perform additional duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: BS in Computer Science or equivalent, MS preferred; proven record of success in software development projects; solid programming skills in at least two of the following programming languages: Python, Ruby, Perl, Java, C and C++; solid UNIX and Windows skills; solid shell scripting skills; solid knowledge of Unicode, XML and relational databases; solid skills in both client and server side web programming: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP; ability to work independently as well as within a team; good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical audience; attention to detail; strong sense of personal accountability; ability to juggle multiple tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and manage time effectively in deadline driven environment. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in GUI and network programming; education or research experience in linguistics or human language technologies. For further information or to apply online, visit the application URL below. This position is contingent upon funding. For more information about LDC and the programs we support, visit the program website. Penn offers an excellent benefits package including medical/dental, retirement plans, tuition assistance and a minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation per year. The University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class status in the administration of its admissions, financial aid, educational or athletic programs, or other University-administered programs or in its employment practices. Questions or complaints regarding this policy should be directed to the Executive Director of the Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Programs, Sansom Place East, 3600 Chestnut Street, Suite 228, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6106; or (215) 898-6993 (Voice) or (215) 898-7803 (TDD). Application Deadline: Open until filled. Web Address for Applications: http://jobs.hr.upenn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=191248 Contact Information: Haejoong Lee Email: haejoongldc.upenn.edu Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 11-Jun-2010       About LINGUIST    |   Contact Us       While the LINGUIST List makes every effort to ensure the linguistic relevance of sites listed on its pages, it cannot vouch for their contents.