LINGUIST List 23.1917
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Tue Apr 17 2012
Jobs: Computational Linguistics; Semantics: Consultant, Expert System
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Date: 16-Apr-2012
From: Francesca Petronio <fpetronio expertsystem.net>
Subject: Computational Linguistics; Semantics: Consultant, Expert System, District of Columbia, USA
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University or Organization: Expert System
Job Location: District of Columbia, USA
Web Address: http://www.expertsystem.net
Job Rank: Consultant
Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics; Semantics; Natural Language Processing
Required Language(s): English (eng)
Description:
Expert System is a leading software company specializing in the delivery of an advanced semantic intelligence platform and is now looking to hire a Computational Linguist based in the greater Washington DC area. The ideal candidate(s) is enthusiastic about using his/her skills in English computational linguistics to extend our natural language platform into this language. Primary responsibilities include: - Develop computational algorithms and code to process human language and provide insights into the embodied complex, heterogeneous data; - Identify appropriate algorithms, methods and tools to process human language in response to clients' requirements; - Help to create the related software tools and utilities needed; - Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver the tools and utilities required; - Seek regular interaction with clients to understand emerging needs that can be addressed by computational linguistics. The ideal candidate has a Master Degree in Linguistics or in Computer Science specializing in Computational Linguistics, Natural Language Processing or a related field, and experience in computational manipulation and analysis of natural language documents. Previous experience in the intelligence field will be considered a plus. Additional requirements include: - Ability to solve natural language processing problems for clients; - Self-direction and motivation - to take initiative to address issues in scope of responsibility, to manage multiple action items and tasks, and to keep stakeholders engaged and informed; - Accuracy to check and control contents to make sure there are no mistakes before delivering; - Curiosity about new application domains; - Ability to collaborate in cross-functional, geographically distributed teams. Salary package is dependent upon relevant experience and background. About Expert System: Expert System has been in business since 1989. We were the first to develop a true semantic technology and are considered the largest and most mature vendor in the space. We have been profitable since the beginning, with recent growth at a compound rate of 50%. Expert System's delivers on the promise of advanced knowledge management using true semantic reasoning technology. We have a stand-alone platform but also support and improve the capabilities of other enterprise knowledge management software. We provide solutions that: - Analyze text to unlock the hidden value of the 85% of the world's information that is unstructured; - Eliminate inefficiencies in acquiring, transforming, interpreting and applying text-based information for everyday corporate tasks; Support richer, improved decision making at all corporate levels. We offer the best products for search, automated categorization and extraction of unstructured information, and natural language processing. We are focused on delivering innovative solutions that transform text into actionable intelligence in real time. We offer a highly scalable and effective technology which can be easily integrated to strengthen the value of existing solutions or be implemented as a standalone platform. We have a network of partners that, together with our products, offer consulting, implementation and training services. We have unique expertise and deliver business solutions for marketing, product development, engineering, R&D, and customer care organizations of major industries.
Application Deadline: 16-May-2012
Email Address for Applications: fpetronio expertsystem.net
Web Address for Applications: http://www.expertsystem.net
Contact Information:
Francesca Petronio
Email: fpetronio expertsystem.net
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