Linguistic Annotator

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Job Description

The Linguistic Data Consortium supports language-related education, research and technology development by creating and sharing linguistic resources, such as data, tools and standards.

The Linguistic Annotator will work on transcribing and annotating audio recordings for use in language-based research projects at the Linguistic Data Consortium. The transcription and annotation work will be performed using specially developed web-based software tools. Training on the software will be provided, but basic computer skills are required.

Tasks include:

• Performing verbatim transcription of speech recordings and correcting transcription output from automated speech recognition systems

• Segmenting and labeling speech and text data with linguistic and research categories of interest

• Completing training in working with human subjects' data in a social/behavioral research setting

• Other duties as assigned

This is a fully remote position and individuals must have their own computer.

Minimum Qualifications: Basic computer and grammar skills required. Fluency in English language and solid knowledge of grammar is required. BA/BS degree is preferred but not required. Work is remote, and candidates will need to provide their own computer and internet connection.

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Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements 
A background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health and Life: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

Please note that benefit eligibility is determined/based on ACA guidelines.