English Variant Linguist

Job Summary

To support a growing community of freelancers, the remote English Variant Linguist will assess terminology across various English locales, conduct research, and manage lexicon clean-up tasks while working approximately 10 to 12 hours per week on a freelance basis.

Key responsibilities

• Assess words or terms for appropriateness, sensitivity, and usage across multiple English variants
• Conduct research and provide short reports on locale-specific terminology and cultural nuances
• Manage large lexicon clean-up requests to ensure accuracy and relevance in language use

Required qualifications

• Native English speaker with a strong command of grammar and linguistics
• Thorough understanding of current English usage, including slang and regional colloquialisms
• Proven reliability and ability to meet deadlines
• Experience in research and terminology management
• Attention to detail and accuracy in language assessment tasks