Linguistic Expert

Micro1; India; Remote; INR 2,328,000 - 4,139,000; Full time

Job summary

Cashback24x7 is seeking a remote Linguistic Expert to join our team on a contract basis (full- or part-time). You will analyze, transcribe, and deconstruct English content at an advanced level, leveraging native proficiency to deliver precise linguistic insights in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities include timestamped transcription, emotion/tone analysis, grammar evaluation, and vocabulary explanations, with strong emphasis on accuracy and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Native-level English with strong written and spoken skills.
• Deep understanding of linguistic theory, grammar and analysis methods.
• Experience in transcription, linguistic annotation or related roles.
• Detail-oriented with precision in transcribing audio-visual material.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe video content accurately, with detailed timestamps.
• Analyze and describe emotional tone, intent and delivery of speakers.
• Evaluate grammatical structures, syntax and general language usage.
• Explain nuanced English vocabulary and phrases from media.
• Perform advanced linguistic assessments: tone, register, context meaning.
• Collaborate within the team to ensure consistency and quality.
• Maintain high standards for written and verbal communication.

Skills

Native-level English

Linguistic theory & analysis

Transcription & annotation

Attention to detail

Emotion/tone capture

Organizational skills

15 hours/week commitment

Education

Advanced degree in Linguistics or related field

Tools

Language technology tools

Job description

Job Title: Linguistic Expert

Job Type: Contract (Full-Time or Part-time)

Location: Remote

Join our customer's team as a Linguistic Expert and play a pivotal role in analyzing, transcribing, and deconstructing English language content at an advanced level. You will leverage your native-level English proficiency to bring precision and insight to complex linguistic tasks while working in a collaborative, remote environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Transcribe video content accurately, clearly marking detailed timestamps throughout each file.
• Analyze and describe the emotional tone, intent, and delivery of speakers within the content.
• Evaluate and provide insight into grammatical structures, syntax, and general language usage.
• Define and explain nuanced conceptual aspects of English vocabulary and phrases as presented in media.
• Perform advanced linguistic assessments, including tone, register, and contextual meaning.
• Collaborate effectively within the team, ensuring consistency and quality in language-related deliverables.
• Maintain high standards for both written and verbal communication throughout all work.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Native-level proficiency in English, with superior written and verbal abilities.
• Deep understanding of linguistic theory, grammar, and language analysis methods.
• Proven experience in transcription, linguistic annotation, or similar language-focused roles.
• Acute attention to detail and precision in transcribing and annotating audio-visual material.
• Ability to accurately capture speaker emotion, grammar, and tone in a concise manner.
• Strong organizational skills and commitment to meeting project deadlines.
• Minimum commitment of 15 hours per week, with flexibility for additional hours as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Linguistics, English, or a related field.
• Experience with language technology tools or linguistic research projects.
• Background in analyzing complex language data or working with multimedia content.