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Tue Aug 26 2003

Jobs: Computational Linguistics: Manager, NRC, Ottawa

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  • nancy.demers, Computational Linguistics: Manager, NRC, Ontario, Canada

    Message 1: Computational Linguistics: Manager, NRC, Ontario, Canada

     Date: Mon, 25 Aug 2003 13:47:58 +0000
    From: nancy.demers <nancy.demersnrc-cnrc.gc.ca>
    Subject: Computational Linguistics: Manager, NRC, Ontario, Canada




    University or Organization: NRC Department: IIT Rank of Job: Manager Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics

    Description:

    The Institute for Information Technology requires three Research Officers Gatineau, Qu�bec

    These are continuing positions. Under the general direction of the Director, Language Technology Research Centre, Institute for Information Technology, the incumbents will perform world class research, will participate in the development of the research plans and will build partnerships with the business, research, academic, and government communities across Canada and abroad. In addition, the successful candidates will be expected to have the potential to formulate new projects of potential interest to external stakeholders. The successful candidates will contribute to projects by working together with other team members of the Centre and NRC, and ensuring that client relationships are and remain positive. Through presentation of research results and other outreach activities, the successful candidates will ensure that the Centre achievements are known and in collaboration with the Business Office search for new opportunities for collaborative work and partnerships. The successful candidates will be responsible for participating in the planning process that leads to the establishment of the Centre's projects and providing input to the long term strategic planning.

    Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in computer science or other field of science in a field relevant to the proposed research programs. A Masters degree will be considered if demonstration is made of high research calibre. The candidate must have demonstrated capabilities in performing high calibre computational linguistics research preferably in French and English, including development of algorithms, and prototype software. Experience supervising junior researchers and/or programmers. Project management expertise and experience in dealing with industrial clients and partners in a team setting will be highly valuable. Bilingual BBB/BBB (imperative) In depth knowledge of and experience in at least one area relevant to language technology: machine translation, speech recognition, machine learning, natural language processing, computational linguistic, computer assisted language learning, and information retrieval.Experience performing research on more than one human language is an asset. Ability to perform leading edge research; ability to publish scientific papers; ability to create prototype software. Communication, Teamwork, Results Orientation, Creative Thinking.

    Commensurate with qualifications, plus the Bilingualism Bonus of $800 a year. In addition, an employee in this position is currently entitled to a terminable allowance of $8,000 per year. The terminable allowance is in effect until such time as a new collective agreement for the bargaining unit is signed. Reliability Status Check. Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with NRC's relocation policy. This position is being advertised internally and externally simultaneously; however, first consideration will be given to internal applicants.

    The closing date is 8 September 2003. In reply please quote 47-03-20. Applications must be received or post-marked no later than the closing date. A resum� should be sent directly to the contact person. Online application is the preferred method by which to apply. Applications must be received no later than the closing date.As an employer who values diversity in its workforce, we encourage candidates to self-identify as members of the following designated groups: women, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples, and persons with disabilities. Accommodation is available to all candidates retained for further assessment. CONTACT PERSON: , Nancy Demers Human Resources Systems Coordinator, (613) 991-5440. ALL INTERNAL POSTERS ARE NOW AVAILABLE ON THE ZONE. THE ADDRESS IS: http://careers-carrieres.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/Careers/career_main.nsf/pagee/home



    Address for Applications:

    Attn: Human Resources Nancy Demers 1200 Montreal Road Building M-50, Room 210 Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0R6 Canada Applications are due by 08-Sep-2003

    Contact Information: Nancy Demers Email: nancy.demersnrc-cnrc.gc.ca Tel: 613-991-5440 Fax: 613-998-9073 Website: http://www.nrc.ca

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