LINGUIST List 9.389

Tue Mar 17 1998

Jobs: Semantics, Computational Lexicographers

Editor for this issue: Anita Huang <anitalinguistlist.org>

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  • Tim Stowell, UCLA Formal Semantics Replacement Position
  • Beryl Gorbman, Spanish and French Computational Lexicographers needed

    Message 1: UCLA Formal Semantics Replacement Position

     Date: Fri, 13 Mar 1998 19:34:14 PST
    From: Tim Stowell <stowellhumnet.ucla.edu>
    Subject: UCLA Formal Semantics Replacement Position


    Temporary Position in Semantics at UCLA

    The UCLA Department of Linguistics solicits applications for a one-year replacement position in Formal Semantics, during the coming academic year (1998-99). (It is possible, though by no means certain, that a permanent position will become open in 1999-2000.)

    We are looking for someone to teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Undergraduate courses would probably include an introduction primarily to semantics and at least one additional course in another area (for example, introduction to Linguistics, or syntax). The graduate courses would include a survey course on semantic theory and an advanced seminar course on current research. Aside from teaching classes, the position would also involve advising graduate students.

    The rank of this position is open, though preference will be given to candidates at the Assistant Professor level.

    Candidates should send a CV, samples of work, and names and addresses of three referees to:

    Tim Stowell, Chair, UCLA Department of Linguistics, Los Angeles, CA, 90095-1543

    We will attempt to fill this position before the end of April 1998; candidates whose applications are received prior to April 15 are assured of the fullest consideration.

    Because of the relatively late announcement of this position, and the possibility of mail delays, it is highly recommended that applicants send a brief e-mail message stating their interest in this position to stowellucla.edu

    UCLA is an equal opportunity employer. - ---------

    Tim Stowell Chair, UCLA Department of Linguistics 405 Hilgard Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90095-1543 USA Phone: 1-310-825-0634 Fax: 1-310-206-5743 E-mail: stowellucla.edu

    Message 2: Spanish and French Computational Lexicographers needed

     Date: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 16:21:47 -0800
    From: Beryl Gorbman <Berylint-life.com>
    Subject: Spanish and French Computational Lexicographers needed


    We are a technical recruiting firm in Seattle looking for one each, Spanish and French computational lexicographers to work on a one-year NLP project at Microsoft, Redmond Washington. Please send CVs to me by email. Please feel free to forward this to whomever you think might be interested. Thank you.

    Description: Designing and writing critique rules for a grammar checker. The rules are based on the output of our (Spanish, French) language parser, so the critique rule writer will become intimately familiar with our existing natural language system, and will then enhance the system by creating rules to flag grammatical errors and suggest alternatives.

    Qualifications: Experience in linguistic research and software development; familiarity with natural language processing; flexible approach to linguistic theory; advanced degree in linguistics, computer science, or closely related discipline. Proficiency with Spanish or French, practical experience with NLP implementation issues or grammar checkers desirable.