OCR & NLP Specialist (Associate Information Processing Consultant)
Position Vacancy Listing # 71243
*Degree and area of specialization:*
Bachelor's degree in information management or computer science with
demonstrated experience in natural science applications; or in natural
science with demonstrated experience in database management and a
scripting language
*Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:*
This is an entry level position. Preferred experience in MySQL, PHP, and
some understanding of natural history collections management, advanced
knowledge of SQL and stored procedures; basic understanding of web
application development (html, css, Javascript, and AJAX).
*Principal duties:*
Position Description: This position will work with the information
management team responsible for managing a diverse array of imaged
labels from bryophyte and lichen specimens, which will exceed 2 million
by the end of the grant period. The position will be responsible for
running OCR (optical character recognition) and NLP (Natural Language
Processing) programs to parse the information into database and assist
the project's lead programmer in optimizing the OCR and NLP outputs and
minimize subsequent editing by a nation-wide team of volunteers. Other
responsibilities include developing online documentation of procedures
and protocols for volunteers to follow and responding to technical
questions from volunteers regarding the transcription process. The
person will develop and implement database quality control routines. As
necessary the person will coordinate with the imaging teams at 16
different institutions nationwide and the project's lead programmer.
Please see the full job announcement here:
http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv_071243.html
Note: This is a four-year project
*How to Apply:
Please send your resume and cover letter referring to Position Vacancy
Listing # 71243 to the following contact:
Department Contact: Valerie Seidel
Address: 680 N Park St Madison, WI 53706
Email: [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>
Phone: 608-262-3304
NOTE: Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information
regarding the names of applicants must be released upon request.
Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality.
UW-Madison is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We
promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified
individuals to apply.
