Speech Recognition Research/Software Engineer
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Cambridge, England
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Toshiba Research Europe Ltd, Cambridge Research Lab (CRL) are 
looking for a research engineer for our ASR R&D. The successful 
candidate will work on the design and implementation of speech
recognition systems. This post would suit someone with a PhD in
the area and industrial software engineering experience. 

Required:
Degree in a relevant subject
Very strong software skills in C, Perl/Python and Linux
Good knowledge of pattern processing
Good software architecture design skills
Experience of working in a team
Good English and communication skills

Preferred:
Background in speech recognition or HMM based pattern processing, 
particulary noise robustness
PhD or 1st class degree
Industrial coding experience
Knowledge of more than one major European language

The CRL Speech Technology Group is a multinational team of dynamic 
individuals. Established in 2002, we play a significant role in developing 
Toshiba’s speech recognition and synthesis capabilities. Work done within 
the group contributes to Toshiba’s core speech technology and support of 
European and American languages. We collaborate with Toshiba RDC in 
Japan, Toshiba China and the University of Cambridge.

An attractive salary and benefit package will be offered. 

Applicants should send a CV, the names and addresses of three referees 
and a covering letter to: stg-jobs@crl.toshiba.co.uk Questions or requests 
for further details can be sent to Kate Knill at the same email address.

Closing date for applications:  14 January 2007 (or until job filled)

Dr Kate Knill, Group Leader, Speech Technology Group,
Cambridge Research Laboratory, Toshiba Research Europe Limited
St George House, 1 Guildhall St
Cambridge, CB2 3NH, UK.
http://www.toshiba-europe.com/research/index.html