Linguist Job at Gap International, Inc., Springfield, PA

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  • Gap International, Inc.
  • Springfield, PA

Job Description

Linguist

GAP INTERNATIONAL– A unique, purpose-driven, consulting company

ABOUT GAP INTERNATIONAL

Gap International is a global performance consulting company that works with executives and their organizations to produce extraordinary business results in the ever-changing marketplace. For nearly 50 years, Gap International has worked with over 50,000 executives in 1,500 organizations across 65 countries—from CEOs and executives of Fortune 1000 companies to entrepreneurs. Headquartered in Philadelphia metropolitan area, Gap International has experience in every major industry sector, including manufacturing, retail, energy, FMCG, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, technology, telecommunications, and financial services.

 

ABOUT THE ROLE

Global Management Consulting firm Gap International, based in the Philadelphia area, is looking for qualified linguists with a background in psycholinguistics, cognitive linguistics, and computational linguistics. Linguists are crucial to the ongoing development and execution of our consulting methodology. Qualified linguists will work to study language and its impact on business performance and results. Through this work, we provide our clients access to sustainable growth for their businesses. Accountabilities for this role would include research, product innovation, marketing, and other contributions to Gap International’s business.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Conduct research on new ways to apply our proprietary linguistics work to business performance
  • Develop and submit research articles and papers based on our proprietary methodologies and applications to business
  • Adapt existing linguistic work to current and future consulting models and approaches
  • Conduct original research on language and its implications on Gap International’s focus areas

 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master's degree or above in linguistics from a leading academic institution with a strong academic record
  • Strong background in psycholinguistics, cognitive linguistics, and computational linguistics
  • Strong background in Semantics and Syntax
  • Interest in the business application of linguistics
  • Client-facing experience preferred
  • Potential travel domestically and/or internationally
  • Current resident or able to relocate to Philadelphia area

 

GAP INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATES

  • Purposeful people at work impacting companies around the world.
  • People who thrive in a learning environment and enjoy learning, growing, and performing at their best; energized to continually push beyond their comfort zone.
  • Comfortable with ambiguity; eager to take on things they don't know how to do.
  • Curious and flexible when it comes to their own growth and development, as well as receptive to coaching and feedback to maximize their potential.
  • Willing to communicate and contribute thoughts, insights and new ideas to senior leaders both internally and externally.

 

WHAT WE OFFER

  • A role with significant impact and visibility within the company.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive and collaborative environment.
  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  • A dynamic and inclusive company culture.

 

LOCATION

Gap International associates are based out of our corporate office in the Philadelphia metropolitan area. In order to be considered for this role, applicants should be legally authorized to work in the US.

Gap International is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration.

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Job Tags

Relocation, Flexible hours,

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