LINGUIST List 13.2538
Sun Oct 6 2002
Jobs: Japanese, Lexicography: Researcher in WA USA
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Message 1: Jobs: Japanese & Lexicographer: Researcher, S&T OnSite, WA, USA
Date: Fri, 04 Oct 2002 18:51:33 +0000
From: jobsbm <jobsbmsakson.com>
Subject: Jobs: Japanese & Lexicographer: Researcher, S&T OnSite, WA, USA
University or Organization: S&T OnSite
Rank of Job: Researcher
Specialty Areas Required: Lexicography, Japanese Linguist
Required Language(s): Japanese (JPN)
Description:
The primary task for this position is to enhance and maintain lexical
information in our lexicon database in accordance with the overall
architecture of the Natural Language Processing system. Actual
assignment includes (1) word search for pre-defined linguistic
features, (2) addition of new lexical information to the lexicon
database, (3) integrity check of new information in the lexicon
database, (4) bug fixes in the database. These assignments require
(1) high level knowledge of Japanese lexicography, (2) efficient large
data management skills such as knowledge of ACCESS database, EXCEL,
and (3) some experience in tool use for data manipulation. Native
proficiency of Japanese language and a degree in Linguistics, Computer
Science, or a closely related discipline are required. Knowledge of
corpus-based lexicography is very helpful. Experience in relevant
research/commercial R&D projects is a strong plus.
Skills Required: These assignments require (1)high level knowledge of
Japanese lexicography, (2) efficient large data management skills such
as knowledge of ACCESS database, EXCEL, and (3) some experience in
tool use for data manipulation. Native proficiency of Japanese
language and a degree in Linguistics, Computer Science, or a closely
related discipline are required. Knowledge of corpus-based
lexicography is very helpful. Experience in relevant
research/commercial R&D projects is a strong plus.
12 month contract position in Seattle, WA
Address for Applications:
Attn: Mr. Bill McDonald
S&T OnSite
4300 Aurora Ave N
Suite 100
Seattle, WA 98103-7390
United States of America
Position is open until filled.
Contact Information:
Mr. Bill McDonald.
Email: jobsbmsakson.com
Tel: 206-632-6931
Fax: 206-632-6927
Website: http://www.sakson.com
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