Phonetics Expert
Required Skills
ipa notation
phonetic transcription
speech data annotation
linguistic analysis
speech recognition systems
speech synthesis systems
attention to detail
written communication
verbal communication
remote collaboration
phonetic theory
productivity software
continuous learning
language data annotation tools
computational linguistics
Job Description
Job Title: Phonetics Expert
Job Type: Full-time or part-time
Location: Remote
Job Summary
Join our customer's team as a Phonetics Expert and contribute to innovative language and speech solutions from the comfort of your home. This entry-level role is perfect for those passionate about phonetics, eager to grow their expertise, and driven to make an impact in language technology. We value team members who excel in both written and verbal communication while collaborating in a dynamic, remote setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze, transcribe, and annotate speech and linguistic data using phonetic principles and IPA notation.
- Support the development, testing, and evaluation of speech recognition and synthesis systems.
- Collaborate with linguists, engineers, and researchers to refine pronunciation databases and language resources.
- Assist in curating, organizing, and maintaining audio datasets for language technology projects.
- Contribute to the preparation of project documentation, reports, and training materials.
- Ensure accuracy and consistency in all phonetic transcriptions and annotations.
- Engage in continuous learning to stay updated with advancements in phonetics and language technology.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics, Phonetics, Applied Linguistics, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Solid understanding of phonetic theory, IPA, and speech sound classification.
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to perform precise linguistic analysis.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including clear, concise documentation abilities.
- Comfort working collaboratively in a remote, cross-functional team environment.
- Enthusiasm for learning new tools and techniques relevant to phonetics and language technology.
- Proficiency with productivity software and willingness to learn industry-specific tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with speech technology, such as ASR or TTS systems, is a plus.
- Familiarity with language data annotation tools or linguistic software.
- Previous internship, academic project, or coursework in computational linguistics or related area.