The Projects aim to exploit language technology and natural language processing techniques to develop a mobile app for learners of Chinese as a foreign language. This app will offer personalized exercises for learning Chinese vocabulary and grammar at different proficiency levels.
Implement efficient algorithms to dynamically generate exercises from large text corpora.
A good honours degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering or related disciplines, with 1 year’s experience and no more than a total of 6 years of service at the University. Experience in natural language processing and mobile technology on Android would be an advantage.
Candidates with a PhD and no more than 3 years’ experience after the award of a PhD degree may be considered for appointment as Postdoc.
(Those who have responded to the previous advertisements need not re-apply.)
Salary offered will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include leave, medical and dental consultations at the campus clinic.
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