Lee-Ann Vidal Covas 🦥

Lee-Ann Vidal Covas[li.'aŋ bi.'ðal 'ko.βas]

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I hold a PhD in Linguistics and bridge linguistic research and applied data science, with expertise in building and curating linguistic datasets, designing annotation schemes, and applying quantitative and qualitative methods to study language variation and contact.

In industry, I’ve contributed to machine learning projects through speech data annotation, quality assurance, prompt engineering, and workflow optimization. My skills extend to data science, AI ethics, language learning, model training, team management, and training others—demonstrating my ability to adapt quickly, learn new tools, and apply interdisciplinary knowledge to diverse challenges.

For insights into my technical skills and data-driven projects, check out my Portfolio and Coding Corner. Explore my Research page for details on my academic projects, publications, and presentations. My Teaching & Training page showcases my experience in education, event management, and collaborative programs.

For a comprehensive overview of my professional experience, visit my CV & Resume page.

Education

PhD Linguistics

Boston University

MA Linguistics

Boston University

MA in Hispanic Studies & Linguistics

Louisiana State University

BA in Hispanic Studies & Literatures

Louisiana State University

Interests

Language, Data & Society Data-Driven Language Research Workflow Automation & Efficiency Ethical AI & Responsible Technology Team Leadership & Knowledge Transfer