LINGUIST List 25.1490
Fri
Mar 28 2014
Jobs: Hindi;
Computational Linguistics; Phonetics; Phonology:
Rank Open, Google
Editor for this issue:
Andrew Lamont <alamontlinguistlist.org>
Date: 27-Mar-2014
From: Sofia Bernardo
<tts_jobs
google.com>
Subject: Hindi; Computational
Linguistics; Phonetics; Phonology: Rank Open,
Google, London, United Kingdom
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University or Organization: Google
Job Location: London, United Kingdom
Job Title: Speech Data Evaluator (multiple
positions)
Job Rank: Rank Open
Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics;
Phonetics; Phonology
Required Language(s):
Hindi (hin)
Description:
Job description:
As a Speech Data Evaluator and a native-level
speaker of Hindi, you will be part of a team
processing large amounts of linguistic data and
carrying out a number of tasks to improve the
quality of Google’s speech synthesis.
This includes:
- Classifying and annotating linguistic
data
- Audio evaluation
- Labeling text for disambiguation, expansion,
and text normalization
- Providing phonetic transcription of lexicon
entries according to given standards and using
in-house tools
Job requirements:
- Native-level speaker of Hindi (with good
command of the standard dialect) and fluent in
English
- Passion for language with good knowledge of
orthography and grammar in the target
language
- A degree in a language-related field such as
linguistics, language teaching, translation,
editing, writing, proofreading, or similar
- Keen interest in technology and
computer-literate (should feel comfortable
using in-house tools and should have an
interest in current speech, mobile and online
technology)
- Attention to detail and good organizational
skills
Project duration: 6-11 months (with potential
for extension)
**This is not a permanent position but a
contract position through an employment agency.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work
in the EU.**
For immediate consideration, please email your
CV and cover letter in English (PDF format
preferred) with "Speech Data Evaluator Arabic"
in the subject line.
Application Deadline: (Open until filled)
Email Address for Applications:
tts_jobs
google.com
Contact Information:
Sofia Bernardo
Email: tts_jobs
google.com
Page Updated: 28-Mar-2014