Job Location: Online
Web Address: https://www.drivendata.org/
Job Title: Phonetic Transcriber
Job Rank: Other

Specialty Areas: Phonetics

Specialty Language(s): English (eng)
Spanish (spa)

Description:

About DrivenData:
DrivenData harnesses machine learning to tackle real-world challenges with social impact. For over a decade, our team of data scientists and engineers has used data to drive progress in public health, education, international development, and civic technology.

This project focuses on a critical gap in Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) technology: children's speech. Unlike adult speech, children's speech varies in pronunciation, fluency, and developmental patterns—making it harder for standard ASR models to interpret. By advancing speech-to-text technology tailored for children, we can unlock new possibilities in early learning from skill assessments to teacher coaching.

About the Role:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated individual to work with our team as a Phonetic Transcriber. This is a completely remote, flexible position that allows you to work on your own schedule. As a phonetic transcriber, you will be responsible for transcribing child speech using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), performing reliability checks, and participating in transcriber meetings.

This role is ideal for those with an academic background or current studies in linguistics, communication disorders, or related fields. This job is designed to work around class schedules or other responsibilities, making it ideal for undergraduate and graduate students.

Responsibilities:
Transcribe child speech phonetically using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA)
Perform reliability checks with other transcribers to ensure consistency and accuracy
Participate in regular transcriber meetings to address questions, discuss progress, and review transcription standards
Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in all transcriptions

Requirements:
Completed a university-level phonetics, phonology, or transcription course
Comfortable with transcribing using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA)
Reliable internet connection and access to a computer
Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines in a remote, self-paced environment
Familiarity with Praat Software
Must be a natural person who is legally able to receive payment in the United States, at least 18 years old (and of legal age in their jurisdiction), not located in sanctioned countries/regions as designated by the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control, and not a resident of the Russian Federation.

Preferred skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics, Communication Disorders, or a related field, or currently pursuing such a degree
Experience working with child speech
Knowledge of American dialect variation
Native English speaker
Familiarity or interest in speech pathologies

Why Join Us:
Flexible remote work with the freedom to set your own hours
Gain experience in a specialized field of linguistics and child speech transcription
Work with a supportive, collaborative team
Help make education technology accessible to every child
Contribute to creating a resource that will improve developmental speech research
Competitive pay at $15 per hour
8-16 hours of work available per week

How to Apply:
If you're passionate about linguistics, child speech, and transcription work, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience here.

During the hiring process, you may also be asked for references and to complete a brief take-home transcription task (~30 minutes).

Application Deadline: (Open until filled)
Email Address for Applications: [email protected]
Web Address for Applications: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSelmgErAuBOGjoqobFqoe9Hk8CK2nGc-gtwLMaKwQdyy1fx8A/viewform?usp=header
Contact Information:
DrivenData Transcription Project Manager Charlotte Moore
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 4384932535