Wassim El Bikai
@wassimelbikai
Arabic linguist and AI language specialist improving model accuracy, dialectal nuance, and evaluation workflows.
LebanonWhat I'm looking for
I am an Arabic linguist and AI language specialist with a PhD in Linguistics and extensive experience in phonetics, morphology, syntax, dialectology, and language documentation. I apply rigorous error analysis and structured feedback to strengthen language models, focusing on semantic precision, cultural relevance, and dialectal distinctions.
As an academic and practitioner I have led curriculum design, supervised research, and trained faculty and students while collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve workflows and evaluation methods. I combine hands-on interactive testing in Levantine Arabic, translation and proofreading practice, and statistical tools to deliver reproducible failure cases and actionable recommendations for model and product improvement.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Linguistics & AI Specialist
Freelance
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years)
Evaluate and improve Arabic AI model outputs for semantic precision, dialectal variation, and cultural nuance, documenting reproducible failure cases and delivering structured feedback to enhance model robustness and prompt workflows.
Assistant Professor
Phoenicia University
Sep 2022 - Present (3 years 4 months)
Lead curriculum and assessment design, create rubrics and structured feedback systems, and apply digitally enriched, learner-centric methods to evaluate linguistic outputs and train faculty and students.
Translator & Proofreader
Freelance
Jul 2007 - Present (18 years 6 months)
Translate and proofread English-Arabic texts across general topics, edit translated articles, and adapt content for diverse learner audiences using CAT tools like SDL Trados.
Visiting Assistant Professor
Lusail University
Aug 2021 - Jul 2022 (11 months)
Chaired the English Language Teaching Committee, coordinated academic teams to improve curricula and workflows, and designed courses emphasizing linguistic clarity and critical text analysis.
Assistant Professor
University of Balamand
Feb 2011 - Dec 2021 (10 years 10 months)
Implemented project-based, research-informed learning, supervised MA theses, and used digital tools to simulate and assess prompt-response tasks while coordinating program-level revisions and documentation.
Assistant Professor
University of Nizwa
Aug 2009 - Jan 2011 (1 year 5 months)
Taught psycholinguistics and TEFL, designed faculty and student training workshops, and emphasized critical evaluation and process documentation in linguistic instruction.
UMOrganized cultural and social activities, managed inter-society communications, directed training sessions, and taught English and Arabic classes to support international student integration.
UMDelivered morphology and syntax tutorials, assisted course preparation and data-driven research activities, and developed the annual course report to evaluate delivery and student performance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Manchester
Doctor of Philosophy, Linguistics
Activities and societies: Graduate Teaching Assistant; Coordinator, International Society
Completed a PhD in Linguistics at the University of Manchester, focusing on areas of phonetics, morphology, syntax, and dialectal variation.
UMUniversity of Manchester
Master of Arts, Linguistics
Completed a Master of Arts in Linguistics, covering theoretical and applied topics in phonetics, morphology, and syntax.
Lebanese University (2nd branch, Fannar)
Bachelor of Arts, English Language and Literature
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature with coursework in language, literature, and applied linguistics.
Availability
Location
LebanonAuthorized to work in
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