Summary: The role of Linguist (Python/AI) involves conducting linguistic analyses on large datasets and performing error analysis of AI model outputs for a leading global tech company in the UK. The position requires collaboration with native speakers and communication of findings to engineers and research scientists, emphasizing the importance of coding skills in Python and SQL. The contract is for 12 months and is fully remote. A graduate degree in Linguistics or a related field is essential, with a PhD being advantageous.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform linguistic analyses on large datasets.
• Conduct linguistic error analysis of AI model outputs.
• Write and revise guidelines for human annotation and translation projects.
• Conduct typological and sociolinguistic research on various languages.
• Perform linguistic analyses for Responsible AI in multilingual settings.
• Conduct literature reviews on NLP-adjacent topics and summarize findings.
• Compare the quality of human translations and identify error patterns.
• Provide guidance on various aspects of linguistic knowledge.
• Collaborate with native speakers in different languages.
• Communicate results of analyses to engineers and research scientists.

Key Skills:

• Proficiency in Python and SQL; knowledge of R is a plus.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Near-native proficiency in a language other than English.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex requests.
• Strong prioritization, planning, and tracking skills.
• Working knowledge of international language-classification standards is a plus.
• Graduate degree in Linguistics or related field; PhD is a plus.

Salary (Rate): £33

City: London

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT