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Jobs Bulletin June 2008 The LINGUIST List Jobs Bulletin is a publication which lists all LINGUIST List job announcements that are active at the time of printing. This print publication is distributed four times a year in March, June, September, and December. The LINGUIST List Jobs Bulletin is available by subscription for an annual fee of US$75. Single issues are available for US$25. Credit card payment is required. To order the print publication, fill out the form at: http://linguistlist.org/jobs/subscribe.cfm. As a service to LINGUIST subscribers, a pdf copy is also downloadable free of charge from the LINGUIST List site: http://www.linguistlist.org/jobs/jobs.pdf Questions should be addressed to: jobs@linguistlist.org Page 1 Knowledge, skills and abilities required: Adapx English & Spoken Language Processing: Research Scientist, Adapx http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1012.html Rank: Research Scientist Posted on: 25-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Spoken Language Processing Language(s): English Employer: Adapx Department: Research Job Description Adapx, a venture-backed software startup with significant expertise in natural human-computer interaction is in need of a talented spoken language processing researcher to join our research team in developing cutting-edge multimodal interfaces for our research clients. You will provide the method and logic for integration of language applications into Adapx research modules and product line. Design, develop, and user-test system(s) that will leverage the next generation of speech and handwriting applications to meet user needs. Essential duties and responsibilities: (Other duties may be assigned.) - Develop various multimodal statistical algorithms for language processing and modeling in both speech and handwriting applications; - Develop tools for efficiently processing corpora of speech and/or sketch/handwriting data; - Work with a team of researchers and developers to successfully integrate research components and validate functionality; - Prepare written documentation describing progress and status of project(s); - Conduct, integrate, and synthesize qualitative and quantitative research to generate useful and actionable insights to guide product design and development; translate ideas into viable solutions. - Understanding of Spoken/Natural Language Processing, and a broad knowledge of related statistical modeling techniques in processing either speech or handwriting inputs; - MS in Computer Science or a related field plus 3+ years of industry or equivalent experience; MS preferred - Experience desired with statistical language modeling for either speech or handwriting applications (e.g., familiarity with CMU-Cambridge LM toolkit, SRILM toolkit, ATT FST toolkit, MALLET, Libbow, etc.); - Familiarity with grammar construction and usage, parsing, tagging, lexicon construction, and fusion of outputs from multiple parallel recognizers; - Proficiency with one or more of the following programming languages is required: C, C++, C#; - Knowledge of Prolog is desirable. - Strong algorithmic skills and analytical background; - Working knowledge of unification-based and/or hybrid-symbolic/statistical approaches to recognition; - Solid coding/debugging skills; - Demonstrated success in working in a fast-paced environment; - Morphology experience helpful; - Self-motivated, team-oriented, experienced researcher; - Strong oral and written communications skills are expected; - Attention to detail and high standards for quality; - Ability to work effectively and successfully either independently and/or in a collaborative team environment. Contact Information: Johnson hr@adapx.com Phone: 206 428 0800 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 2 Job Description Air Force Research Lab Computational Linguistics: Researcher, Air Force Research Lab http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1452.html Rank: Researcher Posted on: 30-Apr-2008 Deadline: 22-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Employer: Air Force Research Lab Department: The Collaborative Interfaces Branch of the Air Force Research Laboratory, Human Effectiveness Directorate, located at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH (just outside Dayton, OH) is seeking to hire a social scientist, (DR-0101-II). The selectee will contribute to all phases of basic research, applied research, and prototype development projects involving the application of linguistic and computer science principles to the technical areas of computational linguistics and natural language processing with application to speech-to-speech translation, machine translation of foreign languages, information retrieval, named entity detection, topic detection, text categorization, text processing, speech recognition, speech synthesis, and speech processing. The selectee will determine how best to accomplish the research objectives, develop and evaluate alternatives, design and conduct experiments, analyze and interpret results, publish papers and technical reports, deliver presentations of research results, monitors in-house and contractual work efforts, and meets with customers to determine technology needs. The selectee will develop patents and licensing strategies for technologies developed in the research program, where appropriate. All applicants will need to be United States citizens. To be considered qualified, applicants must meet the basic requirements for Social Scientist positions. These requirements are a degree: behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position OR a combination of education and experience--that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. OR four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. More information on these basic requirements can be found at: opm.gov/qualifications/SEC-IV/A/GS-PROF.asp . To apply for this position, please go to jobsearch.usajobs.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=70353344&AVSDM=2008%2D04% For more information on this position, please contact David Crawford. All application packages must be received or postmarked by the close of this announcement. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 3 Contact Information: David Crawford David.Crawford3@wpafb.af.mil Phone: (937) 255-1788 administration, and have personnel responsibility for AKSIS' employees. The Research Director will be a member of Unifob's leader group and reports to Unifob's Managing Director. We are looking for a Research Director who, together with his/her staff, can further develop AKSIS as a Research Centre at a high international level. A PhD is a minimum requirement, and it is an advantage to have been found qualified as a full professor. The position requires relevant leadership experience and strengths in strategic thinking. Also desired are good project development skills, a successful grant record, and the ability to develop new research themes and strategies in collaboration with other researchers at the Centre. The Research Director must be good at building national and international collaboration with different research groups, industry and the governmental sector. More info at: gandalf.uib.no/research_director.pdf Aksis Computational Linguistics: Research Director, Aksis http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1304.html Rank: Research Director Posted on: 10-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Research and Administration Language(s): Employer: Aksis Department: UNIFOB/Aksis Job Description AKSIS is a Research and Development Centre that is organised in three research groups: Language Technology, Text Technology and InterMedia, which includes technology-enhanced learning, among other foci. Research and development at AKSIS is interdisciplinary and is often in collaboration with researchers at the University of Bergen. AKSIS also collaborates with other governmental and private research and development groups, both nationally and internationally. AKSIS has 30-40 researchers, programmers and consultants and a yearly budget of approximately 25 million kroner (approx. 3.5 million Euros). AKSIS is a department of University Research Bergen (Unifob), a non-profit research organisation affiliated to the University of Bergen (unifob.no). While the major sources of funding have come from public bodies such as the Norwegian Research Council, the University of Bergen, Ministries and the EU, the centre has ambitions to strengthen research collaboration with the private/industrial sector. AKSIS invites applications for a vacant position as Research Director. The Research Director will lead both the research activities and Application Address: Unifob sentraladministrasjon Postboks 7800 Bergen, N-5020 Norway Contact Information: Professor Gunnstein Akselberg Gunnstein.Akselberg@hf.uib.no Phone: (+47) 55582406 Albert-Ludwigs- Universitaet Freiburg English & General Ling: Asst Prof, Albert-Ludwigs- U Freiburg http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1599.html Rank: Assistant Professor Posted on: 20-May-2008 Deadline: 09-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Language(s): English LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 4 Employer: Department: Job Description Albert-Ludwigs- Universitaet Freiburg Englisches Seminar Alelo, Inc. Natural Language Processing: Engineer/Researcher, Alelo, Inc. http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1473.html Rank: NLP engineer/researcher Posted on: 02-May-2008 Deadline: 30-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Natural Language Processing Language(s): Employer: Alelo, Inc. Department: Job Description Alelo Inc. produces immersive simulations of real-life social communication based on interactive 3D video games involving spoken dialogs and cultural protocols with 'socially intelligent virtual humans'. (Alelo means 'language' in Hawaiian.) Our initial applications teach how to communicate in foreign languages and cultures, and are rapidly growing in several training, entertainment, advertising and healthcare markets. Please visit us at alelo.com We seek a Natural Language Processing Researcher/Engineer to join our rapidly growing team of talented, passionate professionals. Job functions include: - Develop and implement NLP applications using both parsing and statistical techniques. - Develop new algorithms to advance the state of the art, specially in areas such as dialog management and extracting semantic descriptions from spoken language. - Configure NLP technology components for new languages and domains. - Develop software tools for data gathering, data annotation, and component/model configuration management. - Help define the agenda for our NLP research and development. We are looking for someone who has a track record in both research and engineering of NLP applications, particularly in the area of Natural Language Akad. Rat/Raetin A 13Z, 100 Prozent, am Lehrstuhl von Prof. Dr. Bernd Kortmann (Sprachwissenschaft); vom 1.10.2008 bis zum 30.09.2011; mit der Moeglichkeit der Verlaengerung um weitere drei Jahre; Aufgabenschwerpunkte: Forschung (Habilitation) und Lehre (4 LVS). Bewerbungsvoraussetzung ist in jedem Fall eine einschlaegige, ueberdurchschnittliche Promotion in der Sprachwissenschaft sowie zusaetzlich ein geeignetes Habilitationsprojekt. Akad. Rat/Raetin A 13Z, 100 Prozent, am Lehrstuhl von Prof. Dr. Christian Mair; vom 1.10.2008 bis zum 30.09.2011; mit der Moeglichkeit der Verlaengerung um weitere drei Jahre; Aufgabenschwerpunkte: Forschung (Habilitation) und Lehre (4 LVS). Bewerbungsvoraussetzung ist in jedem Fall eine einschlaegige, ueberdurchschnittliche Promotion in der Sprachwissenschaft sowie zusaetzlich ein geeignetes Habilitationsprojekt. Application Address: Dr. Gert Fehlner Englisches Seminar, Geschaeftsfuehrung Freiburg im Breisg, Baden-Wuerttemberg 79085 Germany Contact Information: Dr. Gert Fehlner gert.fehlner@anglistik.uni-freiburg.de Phone: intl. 49 (0) 761/203-3331 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 5 Understanding. This is a unique opportunity to help advance the state of the art in natural language systems to support foreign language learning. The job requires good design skills and the ability to work with and integrate several diverse technologies. It is a great opportunity for someone who likes to get things done and enjoys having real users employing the software he/she creates. Flexibility and curiosity to learn new technologies are very important. Education and experience desired: - BS, MS, or PhD in computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, or physics. - 5+ years of experience building Natural Language Understanding applications. - Strong programming skills in C/C++ - Experience with natural language generation is a plus. - Experience with speech recognition technology is a plus. - Experience with languages other than English is a plus. - Experience with XML technologies, Unix/Linux, game programming, agents, or education software is a plus. Other requirements include: - Proven ability to meet deadlines, prioritize workload, and deliver results. - Good communication skills. - US citizens or permanent residents only. - Candidates local to (Southern) California preferred. We offer competitive benefits package, including: retirement plan; medical, dental & vision insurance; supplemental insurance; vacation. Most importantly, we offer an opportunity to perform very interesting work, and an informal work environment and flexible schedule. No immigration sponsorship (H1B and similar). No outsourcing companies. No agencies. No consultants/contractors. Absolutely no phone calls, faxes or visits. Contact Information: Andre Valente, CEO jobs@alelo.com A-Life Medical English & Computational Linguistics: Researcher, A-Life Medical http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1795.html Rank: Researcher Posted on: 04-Jun-2008 Deadline: 30-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Natural Lanuage Processing Language(s): English Employer: A-Life Medical Department: NLP Engineering and Linguistics Job Description The Researcher will work closely with other medical language linguists and the Quality Assurance Department to develop state-of-the-art medical NLP. Responsibilities include maintaining and developing domain-specific lexical databases and rules related to medical diagnoses, procedures, and various other facets of medical encounters. This person will apply various techniques from computational linguistics to develop and improve software modules that perform morphological analysis, tokenization, parsing, and semantic analysis. Some linguistic design work on particular areas of semantic or grammatical disambiguation will be required, with constant attention to implementation and a rapid development cycle. The Research Linguist reports to the Vice President of NLP and New Technology. Essential Duties: - Acquire a working knowledge of the main linguistic modules of the LifeCode system, including a basic understanding of vector matching, the function and editing of lexical analyzers, the role of general purpose lexical analyzers, and segmentation. - Assist in the design, development, maintenance, LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 6 documentation and testing of a particular aspect of coding or a particular previously developed product. - Work with other linguists and software engineers to arrive at new solutions to complex problems and to implement these solutions. - Work with QA staff to test changes to the system and find problems with the system. This may entail extensive regression testing, database querying and report generation. Qualifications: - Bachelor or Masters degree in Linguistics, Cognitive Science, or a linguistics-related discipline. - 0-3 years related professional work experience required. Technical Skills: - Computational Linguistics: Phonetics, Morphology, Syntax and Semantics; Cognitive Linguistics; Regular Expressions, Natural Language Processing. - Medical vocabulary and the pragmatics of medical documentation should be mastered. - A strong aptitude for computers is required. It will be necessary to develop a working knowledge of C++, Lexx, Yacc/Yacc++, as well as SQL. - Skills in rapid data manipulation and analysis are required. Knowledge of at least one rapid and powerful text manipulating program is required, such as Perl, Python, or an equivalent UNIX utility. - Applications: Excel, Word, Visual Source Safe, Visual Studio, Visual Studio Team System, SQL Query Analyzer. - Experience with XML and XSLT is desirable, as well as a demonstrated ability to find information on the internet. Other Skills / Experience: - A demonstrated ability to function within a team and to handle a variety of tasks. - Logical thinker and quick learner with strong problem solving and analytical ability. - Customer service oriented with a strong commitment to produce high quality, workable solutions for both internal and external customers. - Strong oral and written communication skills. Contact Information: Susan Forrest, Director of Human Resources sforrest@alifemedical.com American University of Armenia English & Applied Ling: Asst Prof, American University of Armenia http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-436.html Rank: Assistant Professor Posted on: 06-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Language(s): English Employer: American University of Armenia Department: Department of English Job Description American University of Armenia (Affiliate of the University of California) The Department of English Programs of the American University of Armenia, Yerevan, (AUA) has an opening for an applied linguist at the Assistant Professor level beginning August, 2008. The Department of English has two programs: the Certificate and MA in TEFL. See the website for details: aua.am/academics/dep/info4.htm Responsibilities: The appointee will teach six courses a year in the Certificate and MA TEFL Programs. S/he will also supervise MA theses and work with other faculty in the department to further develop the Center for Research and Development in Applied Linguistics and Language Teaching. Qualifications: LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 7 PhD in Applied Linguistics, Teaching English as a Second/Foreign language, or Language Education is required along with experience in teaching applied linguistics courses at the graduate level. As AUA is an English-medium university, native or near-native proficiency in English is required. Requirements: The candidate should have experience teaching courses in at least two of the following: methodology, curriculum design, research design, and language assessment. Some experience with supervising MA theses is also highly desirable. Compensation will be between US $35,000-$40,000 based on qualifications and experience. Air transportation to and from Armenia and housing allowance is provided. Health insurance will only be provided for a signed contract of at least one year. There is no tenure system at AUA; contracts are offered on an annual basis. Review of applications will begin on February 22 and the position will remain open until it is filled. To apply for this position, please send a letter of application, a CV, and arrange for three letters of reference to the application address listed below. Short-listed candidates will be interviewed during the AAAL Conference (March 28-30) in Washington, DC. American University of Armenia is an accredited graduate institution affiliated with the University of California. AUA is an equal opportunity employer. Bangor University Phonetics, Intonation: Researcher, Bangor University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1345.html Rank: Researcher Posted on: 21-Apr-2008 Deadline: 09-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Phonetics Intonation Language(s): Employer: Bangor University Department: ESRC Centre for Research on Bilingualism Job Description Part-Time Postdoctoral Research Officer (0.5 FTE) Starting Salary: £21,478 - £23,883 (on R&A Grade 1A) p.a. pro rata The School of Linguistics and English Language / ESRC Centre for Research on Bilingualism are currently looking for a Research Officer to manage and deliver an ESRC funded project entitled 'The ups and downs of learner intonation: a cross-language and longitudinal investigation of the intonation systems of L2 learners'. Responsibilities will include labeling and analysing an extensive speech corpus of the European Sciences Foundation Second Language Database. The post-holder will be working closely with the principal investigator on this project, Professor Ineke Mennen, and on occasion with our Collaborative Partner, Dr Aoju Chen (Max Planck Institute for Psycholinguistics, Nijmegen, The Netherlands). You should have a PhD or equivalent research experience, a strong background in phonetics including acoustic analysis, extensive experience with the autosegmental-metrical approach to intonational analysis (in particular IViE) and experience with statistical analysis. Strong skills in PRAAT scripting would be advantageous. You will possess excellent organisational, analytical and communication skills along with the ability to develop and maintain a project website. A good working knowledge of German would be advantageous. Although the post is advertised as part-time, there may possibly be some further job opportunities to supplement the hours. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Application Address: Gaiane Khachatrian , Recruitment Coordinator AUA Corportation 300 Lakeside Dr., 5th Floor Oakland, CA 94612 USA Contact Information: Gaiane Khachatrian Gaiane@auac.net Page 8 The successful candidate will be expected to commence 2nd June, 2008, or as soon as possible thereafter, and the post is available for a period of 16 months. Application forms and further particulars should be obtained by contacting Human Resources, Bangor University; tel: (01248) 382926/388132; e-mail, or web. Please quote reference number 08-7/150 when applying. Informal enquiries may be made to Prof. Ineke Mennen. Job Description Barcelona Media, a research and innovation non-profit making organization settled in Barcelona, offers a full-time position for a Computational Linguist/Language Engineer to work in the organization, management and maintenance of NLP architectures for linguistic tagging, machine translation and information extraction. The resources and tools to work with will be used in many of the projects where GLiCom/the Voice and Language Group of Barcelona Media is currently involved (see glicom.upf.edu/projects). Requirements: Application Address: Bethan Hughes Human Resources Bangor University Bangor, Wales LL57 2DG United Kingdom - Experience in programming NLP tools in on or more languages typically used in the field. - Acquaintance with linguistics in order to be able to successfully work in processing tools for Catalan, Spanish and English. - Good English speaking and writing skills. Desirable: - Knowledge of Catalan and/or Spanish. - A degree, post-graduate or PhD in the areas of Computational Linguistics, Computer Science, etc. - Good Java, C# or C++ programming skills. We offer: - One year contract with the possibility of further extensions and eventual stability - Salary starting from 21.000 EUR per year, negotiated according to experience - Work in European and National projects of applied research and in company-oriented projects Please check GLiCom’s web site (glicom.upf.edu) and Barcelona Media’s web site. Send your CV with relevant qualification and experience and two further references to Gemma Muiños at the e-mail provided below. Contact Information: Professor Ineke Mennen i.mennen@bangor.ac.uk Barcelona Media Centre d'Innovació Comp Ling: Researcher, Barcelona Media Centre d'Innovació http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1635.html Rank: Researcher Posted on: 22-May-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Natural Language Processing Language(s): English Spanish Employer: Barcelona Media Centre d'Innovació Department: GLiCom, Voice and Language Deparment LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 9 Contact Information: Ms Gemma Muiños gemma.muinos@barcelonamedia.org Contact Information: Dr. Bushra Zawaydeh bushraz@basistech.com Phone: 617-386-7130 Fax: 617-386-2020 Basis Technology German, Standard; French & Comp Ling: Consultant,Basis Technology http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-445.html Rank: Consultant Posted on: 06-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): French German, Standard Employer: Basis Technology Department: Job Description Basis Technology is seeking one French and one German native speakers for the following two positions: Contractor 1: Seeking: native speaker and writer of German, literate in online web technologies, user of online web technologies in the German locale, familiarity with basic grammar. Access to a computer, internet, MS Word and Excel. Available immediately for up to 10 hours a week / $25 hour. Duration 1+ months. Lives preferably in the Boston area. Contractor 2: Seeking: native speaker and writer of French, literate in online technologies, user of online technologies in the French locale, familiarity with basic grammar. Access to a computer, internet, MS Word and Excel. Available immediately for up to 10 hours a week / $25 hour. Duration 1+ months. Lives preferably in the Boston area. If interested please forward your resume to the e-mail provided below. Basis Technology Dutch; Portuguese; Italian: Consultant, Basis Technology http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1794.html Rank: Consultant Posted on: 03-Jun-2008 Deadline: 31-Jul-2008 Ling Field(s): Language(s): Dutch Italian Portuguese Employer: Basis Technology Department: Language Department Job Description Basis Technology has an upcoming annotation project in which we need the linguistic expertise of two native speakers who are linguistically savvy in the following languages: - Dutch (2 contractors) - Portuguese (2 contractors) - Italian (2 contractors) If you know anybody who is reliable, honest, has an attention to details, is good with abiding by deadlines, and turning things on time please let them send their resume to the email address provided below. We don't have a time schedule yet, but the project will be completed by the end of September. The pay will be $25 an hour. The work may last about 4 weeks or so for each language. The contractors need to have a Green card, American citizenship, or have work authorization to work in the US. We prefer to have people who are in the same time zone. Finally, they need to be fluent in English too. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 10 Contact Information: Dr Bushra Zawaydeh bushraz@basistech.com Phone: (617)386-7130 Fax: (617)386-2020 Familiarity with NCATE; experience supervising student-teachers; training in oral proficiency testing. Salary at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, depending on qualifications. Applicants should be strongly committed to excellence in teaching and advising, and to working in a multicultural environment that fosters diversity. They should also have an ability to use technology effectively in teaching and learning, the ability to work collaboratively, evidence of scholarly activity, and a commitment to public higher education. Special Instructions to Applicants: Bridgewater State College Spanish & Lang Ed: Asst/Assoc Prof, Bridgewater State College http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-771.html Rank: Assistant/Associate Professor Posted on: 07-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Spanish Langage Education Language(s): Spanish Employer: Bridgewater State College Department: Department of Foreign Languages Job Description The Department of Foreign Languages at Bridgewater State College seeks an Assistant/Associate Professor of Spanish Language Education. This is a tenure-track position with a start date in either spring or fall of 2008. Primary responsibilities include teaching all levels of undergraduate Spanish language as well as courses required for the Secondary Education Minor (5-12) certification in Massachusetts. The teacher preparation program consists of a methods instruction course and supervision of student teachers in collaboration with the School of Education and Allied Studies. Other responsibilities include advising students, service to the college community and an active research agenda. Minimum Qualifications: 1) An earned PhD in Spanish Language Pedagogy, Second Language Acquisition, Foreign Language Teaching or Spanish Applied Linguistics, by time of appointment; 2) teaching experience at the college or secondary school level; 3) familiarity with ACTFL standards; 4) native or near native fluency in Spanish; 5) certification or ability to obtain certification to teach at the secondary level. Preferred Qualifications: Three letters of recommendation should be sent to the application address listed below. Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience For complete descriptions of this position and to view new positions as they are posted, please visit: jobs.bridgew.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1205078 To Apply: Please apply online. Bridgewater State College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer which actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce. Contact Information: Ruth Molina-Walker rmolina-walker@bridgew.edu LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 11 experience with Microsoft Office. Butler Hill Group Various Lang & Machine Transl Evaluator: Editor, Butler Hill G... http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1105.html Rank: Translator/Editor/Proofreader Posted on: 03-Apr-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Machine Translation Evaluator Language(s): Arabic, Standard Czech Danish Dutch Hindi Portuguese Polish Swedish Thai Employer: Butler Hill Group Department: Job Description The Butler Hill, a virtual computational linguistics company, has an immediate need for native or near-native speakers in Arabic, Czech, Danish, Hindi, Dutch, Polish, European Portuguese, Swedish and Thai. Project work requires high-level reading comprehension and communication skills and editorial skills for written text, including detailed knowledge of spelling and punctuation standards. Work involves reading automatic translations of sentences into your target language, rating them on a provided scale and selecting the better of 2 sentences relative to an English source or a human-translated reference. This is a free-lance position involving working remotely from a home office in the US or abroad (US-based consultants must have US work authorization). We are interested in contracting for a long-term relationship involving very sporadic work (possibly 1-2 projects per year, requiring about 4-5 hours over a 1-week period, with completely flexible scheduling). Consultants may be offered more project work on short notice with no obligation to accept. This work requires a high-speed Internet connection (DSL or cable), regular, secure access to a personal computer running a recent version of Windows and Interested candidates should email a recent resume/CV, in Word format, in English, and a cover letter specifying relevant background and ability to meet job requirements. Include your target language and the word 'Evaluator' in the subject line of the email. Contact Information: Cheryl Vander Mey, HR Manager HRsource@butlerhill.com California State University, Los Angeles Instructional Tech: Lecturer/Lab Director, California State U http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-770.html Rank: Lecturer/Lab Director Posted on: 06-Mar-2008 Deadline: 07-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Instructional Technology Language(s): Employer: California State University, Los Angeles Department: Modern Languages and Literatures Job Description Position: Full-time Temporary Lecturer/Language Lab Director. Starting Date: September 2008 Minimum Qualifications: MA in the language of his or her expertise (i.e., the target language), instructional technology, or related field. Native or near-native fluency in the target language and English. Expertise in computer-assisted and web-based language learning, including long distance learning. Teaching experience using a variety of methodologies. Ability and willingness to teach all levels of language courses in the target language, using proficiency-oriented language teaching methods. Ability to direct and manage the Language Lab, train and supervise its student employees, and strengthen LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 12 its instructional use. Ability and willingness to keep up with new developments in instructional technology in language learning, inform the Department about them, and advise and train faculty on the use of new technology. Potential for research, scholarly and/or creative activity involving students whenever possible. Demonstrated ability and/or interest in working in a multiethnic, multicultural environment. Desired/Preferred Qualifications: PhD or EdD in the language of his or her expertise, instructional technology, or related field. Ability and willingness to teach courses in another (foreign) language and/or Modern Language courses. Duties: The Language Lab Director will work with the Department Chair and faculty to integrate the language Lab and related technology into teaching and learning in the Department. The Director will familiarize and assist faculty with the Lab and its use in teaching and testing, and keep the Department informed about new developments in instructional technologies that enhance language learning. He/she will train and supervise the student employees who staff the Lab, assist students in using the Lab, and maintain ongoing records of Lab use. The Director reports to the Department Chair and serves as a liaison with key Department faculty and the College’s Instructional Technology Consultant. The Director will teach one course (4 quarter units) per quarter in the language of his or her expertise. Salary Range: Initial salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Required Documentation: Please send a cover letter of application that briefly describes the candidate's teaching and scholarly experience and that addresses the duties and qualifications articulated in the position description; curriculum vitae; three letters of recommendation; official transcript from institution awarding highest degree; and a completed Application for Employment form. Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States and completion of the University’s Application for Employment form found at www.calstatela.edu/univ/hrm/forms/appl_empl.xls. Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on April 7, 2008, and continue until position is filled. However, the position may be closed when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. Address applications, required documentation and/or requests for information to the application address listed LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 below. An Equal Opportunity/Title IX Employer Application Address: Dr. Sachiko Matsunaga Department of Modern Languages and Literatures California State University, Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA 90032 USA Contact Information: Dr. Sachiko Matsunaga smatsun@calstatela.edu Carleton College Phonetics, Phonology: Rank Open, Carleton College http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-951.html Rank: Rank Open Posted on: 20-Mar-2008 Deadline: 18-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): Phonetics Phonology Language(s): Employer: Carleton College Department: Linguistics Job Description The Linguistics Program at Carleton College seeks to hire a specialist in Phonetics/Phonology for a half year visiting position (rank open), beginning in early January and ending in June, 2009. The successful candidate will teach three courses over the winter and spring trimesters. In the winter term, the visitor will offer Ling 217: Phonetics and Phonology, a second-level course. In the spring term, the visitor will offer Ling 317: Topics in Phonology, our highest level phonology course, plus a second course chosen in consultation with members of the program. The candidate should be committed to excellence in teaching undergraduates in a liberal arts environment. We particularly seek applicants interested in teaching a diverse student body. Carleton College is a small, highly selective liberal arts Page 13 college 45 miles south of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The Linguistics Program is small, but exuberant. It regularly sends students to a wide range of postgraduate activity, including prominent graduate schools in linguistics. Salary is competitive, and based on experience. The position includes benefits, such as health care. Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, and a one-page statement of ideas for the courses to the application address listed below. We welcome inquiries to Professor Flynn. Candidates are also invited to visit our webpages at apps.carleton.edu/curricular/ling/. Carleton College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. We are committed to developing our faculty to better reflect the diversity of our student body and American society. Women and members of minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Language Studies Job Description The School of Linguistics and Applied Language Studies of Carleton University invites applications for a one-year term position in Linguistics at the level of Assistant Professor, commencing July 1, 2008. Candidates should have a PhD (or nearly completed PhD) in Linguistics with a specialization in syntax and/or morphology, and demonstrated excellence in teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate courses to a culturally diverse student body. The courses (five) will be Syntax, Morphology, Language Typology and Universals, a 3000-level Special Topics course of her/his choosing (subject to approval), and another to be determined. The School’s BA program in General Linguistics, which provides students with a strong formal background, is housed in a unit representing a rich diversity of perspectives on language, with courses in Linguistics, Applied Language Studies, Arabic, American Sign Language, Chinese (Mandarin), German, Italian, Japanese, Russian and Spanish, as well as Communication Courses for Disciplines and Professions, and courses in English as a Second Language for international students, immigrants and refugees. Detailed information on the School and our programs can be found at the website listed above. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, but in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our faculty and its scholarship, including but not limited to women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Carleton University is located on a beautiful campus in the central portion of Ottawa, bounded by the Rideau River on one side, and the Rideau Canal on the other. Its prime location -- minutes from downtown, an international airport, and the Gatineau Hills -- enhances quality of life, and allows for recreational opportunities for individuals and families. Application Address: Professor Michael Flynn Linguistics Program Carleton College Northfield, MN 55057 USA Contact Information: Professor Michael Flynn mjflynn@carleton.edu Phone: 507-222-4020 Carleton University Syntax And/or Morphology: Visiting Asst Professor, Carleton U http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1249.html Rank: Visiting Assistant Professor Posted on: 10-Apr-2008 Deadline: 16-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Syntax Morphology Language(s): Employer: Carleton University Department: School of Linguistics and Applied LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 14 With a population of almost one million, the city of Ottawa is Canada's capital and reflects the country's bilingual and multicultural character. Applications should be submitted to Professor Randall Gess. Letters of application should be accompanied by a curriculum vitae as well as a concise dossier that includes written evidence of teaching effectiveness. Three letters of reference should be sent directly to the Director. The closing date for receipt of applications, including the letters of reference, is listed below. Job Description We are developing a mathematics product and require the assistance of a professional text-miner (specifically Natural Language Processing) to help derive linguistic textual concepts from a corpus. The project entails part-time participation (likely to be no more than 10 hours on occasional weeks) and direct work with a high-caliber team of professionals. Expertise in NLP required; PhD or equivalent plus experience a necessity. Please send a resume with references, rates, and any publications to Barbara Speer to the e-mail below. Thank you! Application Address: Dr. Randall Gess SLALS, 215 Paterson Hall 1125 Colonel By Drive Ottawa, ON K1S 5B6 Canada Contact Information: Barbara Speer bsva@carriebeamconsulting.com Phone: 888.604.5694 Fax: 815.717.7699 Contact Information: Randall Gess randall_gess@carleton.ca Centre for General Linguistics (ZAS) Berlin Phonetics & Phonology: Researcher, Centre for General Linguistics http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-409.html Rank: Researcher Posted on: 03-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Phonetics Phonology Intonation Language(s): Employer: Centre for General Linguistics (ZAS) Berlin Department: Carriebeam Consulting English & Text/Corpus Ling: Consultant, Carriebeam Consulting http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-457.html Rank: Consultant Posted on: 07-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Text/Corpus Linguistics Natural Language Processing Language(s): English Employer: Carriebeam Consulting Department: LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 15 Job Description In projects to be associated with the Centre for General Linguistics (ZAS) Berlin, I am looking for a postdoctoral researcher or for two doctoral student researchers in phonology/phonetics. The work includes comparative experimental research on the intonation of German, Mandarin Chinese, and Yoruba (with the possible addition of another language by a successful applicant), as well as administrative duties. The money is approved until the end of July 2009 (end of September 2009 for one doctoral student position). Extension of the projects for three years after that is likely. The work should begin as soon as possible. Salary and social benefits are according to Germany's public sector TV-L E13-O scale. For the postdoctoral position, this currently ranges between 2606 and 4033 Euro per month before taxes, depending on formal qualification and professional experience. A doctoral student would receive half of that. The Berlin/Potsdam area has a lively linguistics community, with much work also on intonation and on prosody. Some experimental experience is required of the successful applicant. Knowledge of statistics is a plus, as is experience with intonation, but enthusiastic phonologists or phoneticians with other backgrounds are also considered. Please send your application or your questions by e-mail to Hubert Truckenbrodt. Applications should include a CV, one or two work samples, and names of three references (two at the doctoral student level). Applications by qualified women are particularly welcome. Handicapped applicants are given preference in case of equal qualification. Chambers Harrap Publishers Ltd. French; English & Lexicography: Editor, Chambers Harrap http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1164.html Rank: Posted on: 04-Apr-2008 Deadline: 17-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): Lexicography Language(s): English French Employer: Chambers Harrap Publishers Ltd. Department: Job Description Editor, Chambers Harrap Bilingual Dictionaries and Language Learning Competitive salary + benefits CHAMBERS HARRAP Publishers Ltd (part of Hachette Livre, UK) Reference and educational publishers since 1834 An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the editorial team at Chambers Harrap Publishers Ltd, one of the UK’s leading reference publishers. Based in central Edinburgh, and reporting to the Publishing Manager, you will contribute to our range of dictionaries, phrasebooks and language-learning titles, both in print and online, and will be involved in every aspect of the publishing process from initial proposal through to finished product. Contact Information: Prof. Hubert Truckenbrodt hubertt@uni-tuebingen.de A native speaker of English, you will be educated to degree level in French and will ideally have a good knowledge of another modern language. You should be able to demonstrate excellent editorial and project-management skills, self-motivation and a keen attention to detail. Some previous publishing or editorial experience involving project management is essential; experience in lexicography in particular is desirable. Please apply in writing with a full CV, covering letter and salary details to the e-mail provided below. Alternatively, hard copies can be sent to the HR Department. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 16 Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. We are an equal opportunities employer and employ people on the basis of their abilities. Job Description City University of Hong Kong is one of eight higher education institutions directly funded by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region through the University Grants Committee (Hong Kong). It aims to become one of the leading universities in the Asia-Pacific region through excellence in professional education and applied research. In two studies, City University of Hong Kong ranks among the top 200 universities in the world, and among the top ten universities in the Greater China region. The mission of the University is to nurture and develop the talents of students and to create applicable knowledge in order to support social and economic advancement. The student population is approximately 26,000 enrolled in over 180 programmes at the associate degree, undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The medium of instruction is English. The University invites applications for the following post. Candidates with applied research achievements will receive very positive consideration. Relevant experience in business and industry will be a definite asset. Associate Professor in the Department of English and Communication [Ref. C/834/09] Duties: Teach and carry out research in one or more of the following areas: Applied Linguistics, Discourse Analysis, Professional Communication and English for Specific Purposes. Requirements: A PhD in Applied Linguistics or relevant disciplines. Candidates should demonstrate a strong record of research and publication. The ability to work well with colleagues is essential. Salary and Conditions of Service: Salary offered will be highly competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Appointment will be on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract. Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental schemes, and housing benefits. Information and Application: Information concerning the post and the University is available at cityu.edu.hk or from the Human Resources Application Address: HR Department Chambers Harrap Publishers LTD, 7 Hopetoun Crescent Edinburgh, EH7 4AY. United Kingdom Contact Information: HR Department admin@chambersharrap.co.uk City University of Hong Kong Applied Linguistics: Associate Prof, City University of Hong Kong http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-23.html Rank: Associate Professor Posted on: 27-Dec-2007 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Language(s): Employer: City University of Hong Kong Department: Department of English and Communiation LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 17 Office, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong. Please send an application letter enclosing a current CV to the Human Resources Office. The screening process will begin immediately until the position is filled. Please quote the reference of the post in the application and on the envelope. The University reserves the right to consider late applications and nominations, and to fill or not to fill the position. Personal data provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes. Job Description Linguistics/ESL /Temporary Instructor, Full-time Spring 2009 semester The English Department at Clarion University seeks to hire one full-time, one semester replacement position in general linguistics for the spring 2009 semester. Teaching load is four courses. Applicants should demonstrate qualification to teach courses in general linguistics, cultural communication, sociolinguistics, grammar and usage, and/or ESL. MA in Linguistics required: ABD or PhD in Linguistics preferred. Send letter of application, vita, transcripts, and 3 current letters of reference to: Dr. Rich Lane at the application address listed below. Evidence of teaching ability and completion of a successful interview are required. Screening of applicants will begin June 1, 2008 and continue until position is filled. Clarion University is building a diverse academic community and encourages people of color, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities to apply. AA/EOE Application Address: Human Resources Office 83 Tat Chee Avenue Kowloon Tong Kowloon, Hong Kong Contact Information: Human Resources Office hrojob@cityu.edu.hk Phone: 852 2788 9250 Fax: 852 2788 1154 Application Address: Rich Lane , Search Committee Chair Clarion University 840 Wood St. Clarion, PA 16214 USA Contact Information: Clarion University General Linguistics: Instructor, Clarion University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1570.html Rank: Instructor Posted on: 15-May-2008 Deadline: 22-Aug-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics ESL Methods Language(s): Employer: Clarion University Department: English Rich Lane rlane@clarion.edu Phone: 814-393-2740 Fax: 814-393-1642 CNRS Romance; Germanic & Metrics: Post Doc, CNRS http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-821.html Rank: Post Doc Posted on: 10-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Metrics Language(s): Employer: CNRS Department: LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 18 Job Description Musical and Metrical Textsetting in Songs Description of the project: Metrics is the study of abstract forms, based on regular recurrences and founded in linguistic genres (poetry, song, street slogan…) as well as in instrumental music. The problem of relations that metrical forms, linguistic forms and musical forms have with each other is a complex question which opens numerous research perspectives. The research proposed herein could be focused notably on one of the following problems: First, the question of musical textsetting in songs. That kind of problem constitutes a research field that is very recent as well as very promising (see particularly recent works by John Halle, François Dell and Bruce Hayes). It should be soon one of the classic domains of metrical research (and perhaps of musicology). For example, one should work on the degree of correspondence between musical strong beats and phonological accents. The aim would be to bring a direct contribution to that field, if possible through a comparative study involving two or many languages. This research may concern sung forms as well as chanted forms. Secondly, the research may focus also on the correspondence between metrical units and linguistic units. What are the linguistic units that set the marked positions of the metrical form ? For that kind of problem a diachronic perspective may be particularly interesting : do metrical forms evolve in the same way than the linguistic categories they are associated with? Are they relatively autonomous when compared to these categories? If yes, at what point are they autonomous, and how to explain their differing evolution? This research may concern spoken forms, sung forms or chanted forms. Folkloric forms are a good experimentation field for that kind of problems, because they are generally less dependant on athor’s artefacts (artificial inventions) than learned forms. Studied languages will be if possible Romance and/or Germanic languages. Candidate's profile: A young doctor in linguistics who already worked in one of the domains of metrics, if possible in a comparative or typological perspective. A good knowledge of at least two Romance languages, or a good knowledge of a Romance and a Germanic language is expected. In parallel the the academic background in linguistics, a good training in musicology will be considered as a useful and complementary qualification. Duration of project: 1 year(s) Contact Information: Dr Jean-Louis Aroui aroui@univ-paris8.fr CommonHealth Discourse Analysis: Analyst, CommonHealth http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-661.html Rank: Analyst, entry level Posted on: 27-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Discourse Analysis Language(s): Employer: CommonHealth Department: MBS/Vox Job Description Position Objective: To analyze data produced from research-based doctor-patient communication studies in specific, targeted disease states Responsibilities: - Interact with MBS/Vox team members and consultants to identify patterns in conversation for analysis - Perform both qualitative and quantitative analyses of transcripts and report on findings - Collaborate with MBS/Vox team members to create PowerPoint presentations for client meetings based on research findings and marketing/educational implications Knowledge and Skills: LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 19 - Bachelor’s degree required. Relevant areas of study include one or more of the following: Linguistics (experience with discourse analysis, conversation analysis or medical narrative an asset computational linguistics also a plus) Other behavioral or social science (e.g. anthropology, psychology, sociology) English Communications Marketing - Experience with data analysis (e.g. quantitative analyses, statistics background or qualitative research) preferred - Familiarity with carrying out observational research projects, such as ethnography, a plus - Detail-oriented in order to perform fine-grained textual analysis of transcripts integral to the discourse analytic process - Familiarity with healthcare, medicine, and/or the pharmaceutical industry a plus - Desire to work in a small team with the opportunity to develop a variety of skill sets and show initiative to pitch in when needed on all types of assignments - Ability to maintain flexibility and teamwork in a fast-paced, demanding work environment with some late nights Company Information: MBS/Vox is one of CommonHealth’s 16 operating units. CommonHealth is the world's leading healthcare communications network with expertise in health-related brands in nearly every therapeutic category. Clients include many of the world’s top pharmaceutical companies. Contact Information: Corey Eagan, Manager, analytics ceagan@commonhealth.com Phone: 973-352-2067 Fax: 973-352-2567 Cornell University Syntax: Visiting Assistant Professor, Cornell University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1107.html Rank: Visiting Assistant Professor Posted on: 02-Apr-2008 Deadline: 21-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): Syntax Language(s): Employer: Cornell University Department: Linguistics Job Description The Department of Linguistics at Cornell University has a two-year visiting position in syntax for fall 2008-spring 2010. Candidates with strength in all areas of syntax are invited to apply; areas of particular interest to the department include but are not limited to the syntax/semantics interface and comparative syntax. PhD must be completed by August 2008. Salary will be competitive. A letter of application, curriculum vitae, one publication, and three letters of recommendation should be sent in electronic form to the application email listed below or in hard copy. To assure fullest consideration, applications should be received by April 21. Acknowledgment of receipt will be made by e-mail. For more information, contact John Bowers. Application Address: Corey Eagan , Manager, analytics 440 Interpace Parkway Parsippany, US 07054 USA LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 20 Application Address: Visiting Syntax Search Department of Linguistics 203 Morrill Hall Ithaca, NY 14853-4701 USA d) Ability to cooperate with colleagues e) Native or near-native fluency in English Duties (teaching load: 12 hours per week) a) Teaching and research in one or more of the following areas: TESOL/TEFL/Applied Linguistics b) Teaching in DHU-TESOL certificate program (refer to the program website: user.dhu.ac.kr/~tesol) c) Participation in departmental, university, and community affairs e) Student advising Contact Information: Professor John Bowers jsb2@cornell.edu Daegu Haany University TESOL/Applied Ling: Asst Prof, Daegu Haany University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1639.html Rank: Assistant Professor Posted on: 21-May-2008 Deadline: 17-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics TESOL Language(s): English Employer: Daegu Haany University Department: Department of English & TESOL Job Description The Department of English & TESOL at Daegu Haany University, located in Daegu, Korea (the third largest city in Korea) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin September 1, 2008. Qualification: PhD degree in TESOL/Applied Linguistics or PhD degree in English or Linguistics with a specialization/dissertation in Applied Linguistics and Second Language Teaching/Learning. The successful applicant will have: a) Evidence of effective teaching b) Record of research and scholarly publication c) Ability to develop and teach graduate and undergraduate courses in TESOL or Applied Linguistics Remuneration and Benefits Salary offered will be highly competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. a) Between $45,000 and $50,000 for 12 months depending on qualifications b) Research grants, bonuses, health insurance, pension, and so on. Application Materials a) Faculty Application Form (download: s.dhu.ac.kr/recruit/index3.html) b) Curriculum vitae c) Cover letter including statement of teaching and research interests d) Recent photo (jpg or bmp format) To be assured full consideration, please submit the above materials by June 17, 2008, either by email or by mail to Dr. Gi Taek Ryoo at the address below. Strong candidates will be asked later to submit transcripts, copies of publication, letters of employment verification, and so on. The finalist will be offered a round-trip airfare to Korea for interview. Application Address: Dr. Gi Taek Ryoo Department of English & TESOL (7-505), Daegu Haany University Yugok-dong Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do 712-715 Korea, South LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 21 Contact Information: Dr. Gi Taek Ryoo tesol@dhu.ac.kr Phone: 82-53-819-1363 Fax: 82-53-819-1388 - Code optimization techniques for modern SIMD computer architectures. - Experience with maintaining existing code. Contact Information: Andrea Denton andrea@datascope.co.uk Phone: 00 44 207 580 6018 Datascope Recruitment English & Computational Ling: Programmer, Datascope Recruitment http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-809.html Rank: Programmer Posted on: 11-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Speech Analysis/Recognition Language(s): English Employer: Datascope Recruitment Department: Job Description We are managing all of Sony Computer Entertainment's games recruitment and Studio London is a world class development studio. It has unrivalled development facilities and a creative and stimulating environment coupled with access to the best of what London has to offer in Soho. They are looking for a programmer to develop real-time voice analysis and speech recognition techniques for a game application. This will involve working closely with game designers to prototype new ideas. The role will also include briefing the team on the current state of the art in the field. Requirements for the role: - PhD in speech analysis/recognition or a closely related subject. - Mathematical background. - Strong C++. - Good communication skills with managers and colleagues. Optional requirements: Denison University Spanish & Applied Ling: Visiting Assistant Professor, Denison Uni http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-468.html Rank: Visiting Assistant Professor of Spanish Posted on: 08-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Spanish Language Instruction Language(s): Spanish Employer: Denison University Department: Modern Languages Job Description Denison University seeks to fill two one-year visiting positions in Spanish, beginning in the fall of 2008. PhD preferred, ABD required. Field open. The successful candidates will have native or near-native command of Spanish and English, scholarly potential, and a strong record of language instruction using communicative approaches. The positions involve teaching Spanish at a variety of levels. Course load is 3:3. Denison offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. Please send cover letter, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to Dr. J. Eduardo Jaramillo. The review of applications will begin as soon as they are received. The deadline for applications is March 17, 2008, but the positions will remain open until filled. Denison University, an Equal Opportunity Employer, is committed to diversity and encourages applications from women and minority candidates. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 22 Application Address: Dr. Eduardo Jaramillo Dept of Modern Languages 100 West College St Granville, US 43023 USA The successful applicant will work in a large and growing NLP team of 15+ postdoctoral researchers and 30+ PhD students at the National Centre for Language Technology (NCLT) in the School of Computing at Dublin City University. To apply, please send a CV and contact details of three referees to the application email listed below. Contact Information: Dr. Eduardo Jaramillo jaramillo@denison.edu Contact Information: LORG lorg@computing.dcu.ie Dublin City University Computational Linguistics: Post Doc, Dublin City University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1559.html Rank: Post Doc Posted on: 14-May-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Natural Language Parsing Language(s): Employer: Dublin City University Department: School of Computing Job Description Postdoctoral Research Position in NLP (NCLT, DCU, Dublin, Ireland) The National Centre for Language Technology (NCLT) at the School of Computing at Dublin City University, Ireland, invite applications for a postdoctoral research position in statistical parsing and generation technologies. This two year position involves research and development leading to the commercialisation of research in an Enterprise Ireland funded project. The salary is approx. 47,000 euro per annum (with yearly salary increments) and the starting date is September 2008. The ideal candidate will have a background in statistical modeling, machine learning and natural language processing. Strong programming skills are essential. Preference will be given to candidates who are familiar with parsing and generation technologies. Some knowledge of information retrieval is a plus. Educational Testing Service Japanese & Applied Ling: Open Rank, Educational Testing Service http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-349.html Rank: Open Rank Posted on: 30-Jan-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Language(s): Japanese Employer: Educational Testing Service Department: PASS Job Description Attention AP(R) Chinese and Japanese Teachers and College Faculty Evaluate AP Exams at the College Board’s Annual AP(R) Reading Applications are accepted throughout the year but you are encouraged to apply now to be considered for appointment to serve as an AP Reader at the June AP Reading. Complete the online application URL below and click: Information for AP Chinese and Japanese Readers. The June 2008 Reading (June 9th-June 15th) will be held in Kansas City, Missouri. Why you should become an AP Reader: - As a Reader, you are vital to the AP Program because you ensure that the AP grades students receive accurately reflect college-level achievement in each discipline. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 23 - You will receive a stipend, will be provided with housing and meals, and reimbursed for travel expenses. - You will find out what bright, hardworking students from around the world are learning and the heights of excellence they can achieve. - You will practice establishing and using a rubric consistently, which can make you a better educator when you return to your own students. - You will receive a certificate awarding Continuing Education Units and Professional Development Hours. Join more than 9,500 college faculty and AP teachers from all over the world who gather for one week in June at college campuses around the country to read, evaluate, and score students’ essays at the annual AP Reading. At the AP Reading you will also: - exchange ideas, - share research experiences, - discuss teaching, - establish friendships, - and create a country-wide network of faculty in your discipline that can serve as a resource throughout the year. To learn more about AP, visit AP Central (TM)-apcentral.collegeboard.com-the College Board’s online home for AP Professionals. E-mail questions ETS Performance Assessment Scoring Services to the contact e-mail below. Educational Testing Service is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. ETS is an authorized provider of Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Ethnic Technologies, LLC Onomastics: Research Manager, Ethnic Technologies LLC http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1695.html Rank: Research Manager Posted on: 27-May-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Onomastics Language(s): Employer: Ethnic Technologies, LLC Department: Research Department Job Description Ethnic Technologies is a Company which has people actively studying names, naming conventions, and what really is in a name. We put this knowledge to use commercially, within a predictive computer system. We are the global leaders in the field of 'Multicultural Market Targeting'. We are now looking for a person with interests in Onomastics, who would like to join, and eventually lead, our research staff. They would continue our work by classifying names, finding name origins, and predicting current name usage. Plus, they will work with Enhanced Neighborhood Analytics on a granular level, rather than on a simple demographic census level. We provide full health benefits, a 401k program, and other top notch people to work with. Please contact TJ Lindsay via email at TJ@ethnictechnologies.com or Ginger at Ginger@ethnictechnologies.com, or via phone at 201-440-8923 or 866-333-8324 (toll free). TJ's extension is x107. Ginger's extension is 105. Application Address: TJ Lindsay , Director of Research Ethnic Technologies, LLC 600 Huyler Street South Hackensack, US 07606 USA Contact Information: Balogun APreader@ets.org LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 24 Contact Information: TJ Lindsay, Director of Research TJ@ethnictechnologies.com Phone: 201-440-8923 x 107 opportunities for truly novel solutions and exciting research. Candidates should be expert in the electronic provision and exploitation of scientific information. They should: - have the necessary IT knowledge to implement state-of-the-art literature services in the context of the other biological data resources made available by the EBI - be ready to cope with the challenges posed by the exponential growth of biological databases - be capable of creating innovative methods to exploit the electronic literature combined with other data There currently is a small literature team, and the possibility to make some immediate appointments. We expect it to grow further in the future, attracting external funds to expand this important aspect of knowledge provision, and we expect the appointee to be capable of writing the necessary external funding applications. Candidates are likely to be graduates in a computationally rich discipline, with significant practical post-graduate experience. This experience may have been gained, for example, in a publishing, scientific or information-services context. The EMBL-EBI is an international organisation, providing a stimulating scientific and technical environment, with research and service activities led by about twenty enthusiastic and supportive young team leaders. Computational facilities are provided and supported by a forward-looking and responsive systems team. The successful applicant will lead a team and work in collaboration with other teams within EMBL-EBI and other organisations. An initial contract of 3 years will be offered to the successful candidate. This may be renewed, depending on circumstances at the time of review. EMBL is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer offering attractive conditions and benefits appropriate to an international research organisation. To apply, please send a CV, three references (references not names of referees) and an outline of how you would provide leadership to the group, by email, quoting ref. no. LL/08/003/EBI in the subject European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI) Comp Ling: Team Leader, European Bioinformatics Institute http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1552.html Rank: Team Leader Posted on: 12-May-2008 Deadline: 22-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Employer: European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI) Department: Literature Service Development Job Description We are seeking a Team Leader to create a team which will develop and run our electronic literature services. The EMBL-EBI is located near Cambridge in the UK, on the Wellcome Trust Genome Campus. It is a global centre for Molecular Biology Data, hosting large databases of biomolecular information and offering comprehensive services over the World Wide Web. It also carries out world-class bioinformatics research, and offers both academic and hands-on user training. The EBI services are exploited by hundreds of thousands of users throughout the world from the academic and commercial research community. The EBI is already a major player in the electronic provision of scientific literature and its integration into the biological information infrastructure. It is a participant in the UK PubMed Central project and has a thriving group carrying out research in text mining. We plan to enhance and expand the literature services. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing the vision for this enhancement and will appoint and lead staff to implement that vision. The emerging landscape of open-access publishing and the research context of the EBI create LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 25 line. Familiarity with natural language processing techniques strongly recommended. Required Skills: - Perl - Unix/Linux - Software design/engineering Contact Information: Christine Kastinger applications@ebi.ac.uk FactSet Research Systems NLP: Software Engineer, FactSet Research Systems http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1889.html Rank: Software Engineer Posted on: 14-Jun-2008 Deadline: 30-Aug-2008 Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Natural Language Processing Language(s): Employer: FactSet Research Systems Department: Software Engineering Job Description FactSet is currently seeking a talented and motivated person to join the parsing team within the Content Collection Services (CCS) Department. The CCS Department develops and maintains the internal data system that supports FactSet client needs. The primary responsibility for this position will be the development and maintenance of systems for processing financial data, with a focus on natural language text analysis. FactSet, with over $450 million in annual revenues, is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut and employs over 1,400 people in North America, Europe, and the Pacific Rim. Since 1996, FactSet has been publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol FDS. Although FactSet now has users in all corners of the world, we have not lost our original focus: that our clients are always our top priority. To find out more about the opportunities FactSet has to offer you, please visit us at factset.com/careers An ideal candidate for this position has a good mix of technical and analytical skills for software development, as well as a research-oriented background suitable for developing novel solutions for language processing tasks. - Object Oriented Programming - Advanced data structures and algorithms - BS or MS in Computer Science or equivalent Familiarity with any of the following is recommended: - Natural Language Processing - Machine Learning - Data Mining - SQL/Database development - C/C++/Java - Financial/Investment/Business knowledge FactSet Research Systems Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workforce. Contact Information: Sean McDermott, Human Resources SMcDermott@factset.com Phone: 203-810-1660 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 26 Finnova AG Bankware Computational Linguistics: Programmer, Finnova AG Bankware http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-805.html Rank: Computational Linguist, Researcher Posted on: 11-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Single Source Publ., Computer Aided Transl., IR Language(s): English French German, Standard Italian Employer: Finnova AG Bankware Department: Document Management Job Description Möchten Sie Ihr sprachliches und technisches Flair in einer vielseitigen Aufgabe einbringen? Die finnova AG Bankware verfügt mit Finnova über die zurzeit modernste modulare Gesamtbankenlösung für Privat- und Universalbanken. Als innovatives Unternehmen mit grossem technischem und bankspezifischem Know-how deckt die Finnova AG die Kundenanforderungen von heute und morgen ab. Zur Verstärkung unseres Teams Document Management in Lenzburg suchen wir eine/n Computerlinguist/in Ihre Aufgabe Zu Ihrem Aufgabengebiet gehört der Aufbau von und die Arbeit an mehrsprachigen Textkorpora. Sie sind für die operative Umsetzung von Single Source Publishingprojekten zuständig. Sie arbeiten bei der Entwicklung von computergestützten Übersetzungssystemen, automatisierten Textanalysen, Terminologie-Datenbanken, maschinenlesbaren Wörterbüchern und Information Retrieval-Plattformen mit. Zudem erledigen Sie periodisch kleinere Übersetzungsaufträge. Die operativen Aufgaben (Prozessmanagement, Übersetzungen) umfassen rund 30 – 40 %, die entwicklungsorientierten Aufgaben (Konzeptualisierung, Programmierung, Implementierung) ca. 60 – 70 % Ihrer Tätigkeit. Ihr Profil Sie erwerben bis spätestens Herbst 2008 oder verfügen bereits über einen Hochschulabschluss in Computerlinguistik/Sprachtechnologie in Verbindung mit einer sprachwissenschaftlichen Disziplin, oder können eine gleichwertige Ausbildung vorweisen. Sie setzen Ihre guten Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift täglich ein. Jede weitere Sprache ist von grossem Vorteil. Wenn Sie erste Programmiererfahrungen mit z.B. Prolog, UML/Java, X-Technologien (XML/XSL(T)/XPath etc.) sowie Praxiserfahrung in computerlinguistischen Projekten mitbringen, sollten wir uns kennen lernen. Ein Interesse an Themen an der Schnittstelle zwischen Informatik, Bankfach und Sprache wird vorausgesetzt. Sie fühlen sich in der textorientierten Computerlinguistik/Sprachtechnologie wohl, verfügen über ausgeprägte formallinguistische Kompetenzen und sind mit den gängigen unifikationsbasierten Grammatikformalismen bestens vertraut. Ihre Chance Wir bieten Ihnen nebst einem modernen Arbeitsplatz in unmittelbarer Nähe vom Bahnhof Lenzburg und 20 Minuten vom HB Zürich entfernt eine anspruchsvolle, vielseitige Aufgabe in einem kleinen, aufgestellten Team. Direkte, offene Kommunikationswege und eine klare Ausrichtung auf Eigenverantwortung gehören zu unserer Unternehmenskultur. Application Address: Monika Gerber finnova AG Bankware Sägestrasse 22 Lenzburg, 5600 Switzerland Contact Information: Mr. Roberto Nespeca roberto.nespeca@finnova.ch Phone: +41 62 886 48 94 Fax: +41 62 886 48 88 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 27 Freie Universität Berlin Interdisciplinary: Post Doc, Freie Universität Berlin http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1443.html Rank: Post Doc Posted on: 29-Apr-2008 Deadline: 13-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Interdisciplinary Language(s): Employer: Freie Universität Berlin Department: Cluster of Excellence “Languages of Emotion” Job Description The Cluster of Excellence “Languages of Emotion” at the Freie Universität Berlin invites applications for: Six post-doctoral grants The research cluster is dedicated to the complex interrelations between the use of signs/symbols, the transfer of emotions, aesthetic practices, mental dispositions and affective modes of constructing both personal and social identities. The cluster is composed of four research areas: (A) Representation/production of emotion in language and non-linguistic media; (B) Poetics of affect in the arts and art-related discourses; (C) Emotional competence and affective disorders and (D) Cultural codifications of emotions. For more detailed information on the research areas and the modalities of the grants please see the Cluster’s website. Three of the six grants are to be awarded for Research Area B. The other grants are not specified for one of the other research areas but projects/ applications must be pertinent to their objectives. Preference will be given to projects in the field of emotion research corresponding to the particular interdisciplinary thrust of the Cluster. Please send your complete application papers (6-8 page outline of the research project; curriculum vitae; letter of recommendation, authenticated copies of your graduation certificates; two samples of your work not exceeding five pages in length; and a list of recent publications) to the mailing address provided below. Application Address: Freie Universität Berlin Fachbereich Philosophie und Geisteswissenschaften Cluster Languages of Emotion, Geschäftsstelle Berlin, 14195 Germany Contact Information: Dr. Markus Edler dahlloe@zedat.fu-berlin.de Georg-August-Universität German, Standard & Hist Ling: Full Prof, Georg-August-Universität http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1454.html Rank: Full Professor Posted on: 30-Apr-2008 Deadline: 11-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Historical Linguistics Language(s): German, Standard Employer: Georg-August-Universität Department: Seminar für Deutsche Philologie Job Description An der Philosophischen Fakultät der Georg-August-Universität Göttingen ist eine W2-Professur für „Deutsche Philologie / Sprachwissenschaft (Deutsche Sprache) mit dem Schwerpunkt Historische Sprachwissenschaft des Deutschen“ zum 01.04.09 zu besetzen. Die Stelleninhaberin / der Stelleninhaber soll das Fach „Deutsche Philologie / Sprachwissen-schaft (Deutsche Sprache)“ mit dem Forschungsschwerpunkt „Historische Sprachwissenschaft des Deutschen“ (insbesondere der Entwicklung des Laut- und Formensystems und der LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 28 Syntax über die gesamte Sprachgeschichte des Deutschen) vertreten und zu einem fakultären For-schungsprofil „Grammatische Interfaces“ im Rahmen der systematischen Grammatikforschung beitragen. In der Lehre wird die Mitwirkung in den bestehenden Studiengängen (Lehramt, Magister, Wirt-schaftspädagogik, BA/MA, Promotion) erwartet. Die Voraussetzungen für die Berufung in ein Professorenamt ergeben sich aus § 25 des Niedersächsischen Hochschulgesetzes (NHG). Die Stiftungsuniversität Göttingen besitzt das Beru-fungsrecht. Einzelheiten werden auf Anforderung erläutert. Die Universität Göttingen strebt in den Bereichen, in denen Frauen unterrepräsentiert sind, die Erhöhung des Frauenanteils an und fordert daher qualifizierte Frauen nachdrücklich zur Bewer-bung auf. Schwerbehinderte Menschen werden bei gleicher Qualifikation bevorzugt berücksichtigt. Teilzeitbeschäftigung kann unter Umständen gewährt werden. Bewerbungen mit Lebenslauf, einer Darstellung des wissenschaftlichen Werdegangs einschließlich der Lehrtätigkeit und einem Schriftenverzeichnis werden bis sechs Wochen nach Erscheinen dieser Anzeige erbeten. Georg-August-Universität German, Standard & Semantics: Full Prof, Georg-August-Universität http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1453.html Rank: Full Professor Posted on: 30-Apr-2008 Deadline: 11-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Semantics Language(s): German, Standard Employer: Georg-August-Universität Department: Seminar für Deutsche Philologie Job Description An der Philosophischen Fakultät der Georg-August-Universität Göttingen ist eine W3-Professur für „Deutsche Philologie / Sprachwissenschaft (Deutsche Sprache) mit dem Schwerpunkt Semantik“ zum 01.04.09 zu besetzen. Die Stelleninhaberin/der Stelleninhaber soll das Fach „Deutsche Philologie / Sprachwissenschaft (Deutsche Sprache)“ mit dem Forschungsschwerpunkt „Semantik“ in voller Breite vertreten und zu einem fakultären Forschungsprofil „Grammatische Interfaces“ im Rahmen der systemati-schen Grammatikforschung beitragen. In der Lehre wird die Mitwirkung in den bestehenden Studiengängen (Lehramt, Magister, Wirt-schaftspädagogik, BA/MA, Promotion) erwartet. Die Voraussetzungen für die Berufung in ein Professorenamt ergeben sich aus § 25 des Niedersächsischen Hochschulgesetzes (NHG). Die Stiftungsuniversität Göttingen besitzt das Beru-fungsrecht. Einzelheiten werden auf Anforderung erläutert. Die Universität Göttingen strebt in den Bereichen, in denen Frauen unterrepräsentiert sind, die Erhöhung des Frauenanteils an und fordert daher qualifizierte Frauen nachdrücklich zur Bewer-bung auf. Schwerbehinderte Menschen werden bei gleicher Qualifikation bevorzugt berücksichtigt. Teilzeitbeschäftigung kann unter Umständen gewährt Application Address: Philosophische Fakultät , Universität Göttingen Humboldtallee 17 -DekanatGöttingen, Germany 37073 Germany Contact Information: Philosophischen Fakultät, Dekanat der dekanat@phil.uni-goettingen.de Phone: +49 551 39 12257 Fax: +49 551 394010 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 29 werden. Bewerbungen mit Lebenslauf, einer Darstellung des wissenschaftlichen Werdegangs einschließlich der Lehrtätigkeit und einem Schriftenverzeichnis werden bis sechs Wochen nach Erscheinen dieser Anzeige erbeten. Application Address: Philosophische Fakultät , Universität Göttingen Humboldtallee 17 -DekanatGöttingen, Germany 37073 Germany Contact Information: Philosophische Fakultät, Dekanat der dekanat@phil.uni-goettingen.de Phone: +49 551 39 12257 Fax: +49 551 394010 humanities and social sciences. Specific background and experience is less important than the ability to learn new technical skills quickly. Knowledge of some combination of the following would be particularly helpful: Java, JavaScript, MySQL, PHP, or object-oriented programming. Ability to work in a team is very important. CHNM (website listed above), known for innovative work in digital media, is located in Fairfax, Virginia, 15 miles from Washington, DC, and is accessible by public transportation. Please send a cover letter and resume, including relevant programming projects and experience, to the application email listed below with subject line 'Text Mining.' We will begin considering applications on 5/1/2008 and continue until the position is filled. Applications without cover letter will not be considered. Contact Information: Sean Takats stakats@gmu.edu George Mason University Comp & Text/Corpus Ling, Text Mining: Post Doc, George Mason U http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1207.html Rank: Post Doc Posted on: 08-Apr-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Text/Corpus Linguistics Text Mining Language(s): Employer: George Mason University Department: Center for History and New Media Job Description Postdoc/Text Mining: The Center for History and New Media (CHNM) at George Mason University is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to work on a new text-mining initiative supported by the National Endowment for the Humanities. ABD candidates are also strongly encouraged to apply. This is a grant-funded, two-year position that is particularly appropriate for someone with interests in computational linguistics, machine learning, or technology and the Georgetown University Law Center English & Applied Ling: Teacher, Georgetown University Law Center http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1638.html Rank: Teacher Posted on: 21-May-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Legal English, ESL Language(s): English Employer: Georgetown University Law Center Department: Office of Graduate Programs Job Description Georgetown University Law Center is looking for an ESL specialist who will teach English to international lawyers in the Georgetown LL.M. (Master of Laws) programs. The specialist will teach daily classes in advanced ESL listening, speaking, writing, and reading and will provide regular out-of-classroom support to students. The ESL specialist should have experience in curriculum and materials design for advanced ESL LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 30 learners. Knowledge of ESL assessment and experience in computer-based second language instruction is desired. Candidates should have an advanced degree in Applied Linguistics, Language Education, or another language-related field. Preference will be given to applicants who have taught ESL in a legal context. A J.D. degree is highly desirable but not required. The initial appointment is for one year with a possible renewal for a second year with the approval of the Dean of the Graduate School. Salary commensurate with education and experience. Please submit a current resume and a short cover letter that summarizes your relevant experience and explains your particular interest in working with international law students.Position open until filled. Submit cover letter and resume electronically to: Peter K. Cramer, PhD Associate Director Center for Global Legal English Georgetown University Law Center Job Description Georgia State University's Department of Applied Linguistics & ESL is accepting applications for a half-time Visiting Lecturer position for the 2008/2009 academic year. This is a non-tenure track position to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in general linguistics and second language acquisition (two courses per semester). The position comes with a complete benefits package. A PhD in Applied Linguistics or a closely related field is required by August 2008. Preference will be given to applicants with relevant teaching experience. Send application letter, CV, graduate transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and evidence of teaching effectiveness to Dr. John Murphy, Chair, at the application address listed below. Review of applications will begin on July 1, 2008, and will continue until the position is filled. An offer of employment will be conditional upon background verification. GSU is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of color and women. Application Address: John Murphy Department of AL/ESL Georgia State University Atlanta, GA 30302-4099 USA Contact Information: Peter Cramer pkc24@law.georgetown.edu Contact Information: Dr. John Murphy jmmurphy@gsu.edu Phone: 404-413-5200 Fax: 404-413-5201 Georgia State University Second Lang Acq: 1/2 Time Visiting Lecturer, Georgia State U http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1922.html Rank: 1/2 Time Visiting Lecturer Posted on: 17-Jun-2008 Deadline: 01-Jul-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Second Language Acquisition Language(s): Employer: Georgia State University Department: Applied Linguistics & ESL LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 31 - Able to commence/mobilize immediately Global Business Network LLC (GlobNet) English & Applied Ling: Lecturer, Global Business Network LLC http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-143.html Rank: Lecturer Posted on: 10-Jan-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics English Native Speakers Language(s): English Employer: Global Business Network LLC (GlobNet) Department: Job Description About the Company: Global Business Network LLC (GLOBNET) is a Human Resources and Recruitment consultancy based in the Sultanate of Oman. A part of this Consultancy specializes in the recruitment of Oman staff, although we are well positioned to provide expatriate staff whenever necessary. The main objective of GlobNet is to provide premium consultancy services to its client in the Governments, Private and Industrial Sectors. It does this by drawing on its detailed databank of qualified personnel to match each client’s needs. GlobNet also advertises directly for fresh personnel using media such as newspapers or the internet should the client so desire. GlobNet has links with personnel agencies in the Gulf Region, Europe, America, Asia and Africa, this provide truly worldwide resources to satisfy our client’s requirements. English Lecturer, Oman Profile of Ideal Candidate: - Must be a native speaker - Master with 4 years teaching experience - Bachelor of Arts in English or Applied Linguistic with 7 years teaching experience - TESL Certificate Benefits: - Salary Tax free - Air ticket - Accommodation - Medical Insurance - Workman Compensation Insurance - Life Insurance within Oman - Gratuity and End of Service Benefits Send your resume with photo to the application email listed below. Contact Information: Masoud Al Harthy english@globnetllc.com Gregor & Associates Computational Linguistics: Programmer, Gregor & Associates http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-448.html Rank: Programmer Posted on: 06-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics C++, Linux, Windows, Python, Perl, ASP Language(s): Employer: Gregor & Associates Department: R&D Job Description My client is a sofware technology firm who is a B2B search engine catering to the Health care and Legal industry. I'm currently assisting the CTO in conducting a search for a Sr. Computer Scientist who is comfortable programming in the following listed below. 1. C/C++ (Required) LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 32 2. Windows Environment (Required) 3. Unix / Linux Environment (Required) 4. ASP (desirable) 5. Perl (desirable) 6. Python (desirable) 7. Parsing Systems experience 8. Finite Machines experience Requirements: Ideal candidate will have the following: 1. Degree in Computational Linguistics, either undergraduate or postgraduate. 2. 4-7 years of hands on experience in a programming role. 3. Ability to think outside the box. 4. Willingness to learn new technologies and grow with firm. About H5 H5 serves the needs of Fortune 500 corporate legal departments and leading law firms, delivering automated document review and risk management services. H5's document review and analytic services uniquely support our clients’ requirements for large-scale litigation, records retention, and regulatory compliance. H5's "hybrid" approach to document review combines patented information retrieval technology and expert professional services. Through this model, H5 has created a fully integrated document review system that is unparalleled in performance, as proven in independent, benchmarked studies. Using the H5 system, our clients have demonstrably reduced (by 50 percent or more) the risk, cost, and time-to-completion traditionally associated with large-scale document review. For more information, visit the website listed above. Overview: Our Professional Services Group consults with litigants and their legal teams to devise a classification scheme then trains our patented software engine to automatically classify documents in the collection. H5 is seeking linguists to join us for several upcoming large projects. Primary Responsibilities: - Analyzing linguistic data - Researching large corpora for linguistic patterns Contact Information: Scott Gregor, Recruiter scottgregor@gregorassociates.com Phone: 310.575.9884 H5 English & Discourse Analyst: Other, H5 http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-38.html Rank: Posted on: 04-Jan-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Discourse Analysis Semantics, Syntax, Corpus, Computational Language(s): English Employer: H5 Department: Job Description Position: Discourse Analyst / Linguist Location: San Francisco LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 - Interviewing subject matter experts - Rapidly developing an understanding of new fields - Reading a wide variety of documents, from e-mail to academic articles; synthesizing large amounts of information into a coherent picture of the community that produced and used it - Researching factual issues in complex litigation - Identifying and modeling processes and relationships in a community - Designing, building, and testing H5’s unique and proprietary knowledge bases Key Competencies: - A demonstrated understanding of role of semantics and syntax in natural language Page 33 - Experience in corpus or text analysis, conversation analysis, or computational linguistics a plus. - An interest in researching and modeling another community’s structure, and the interests, goals, and constraints that shape the actions of members of that community - Experience in ethnography or anthropology a plus - Leadership skills, personal incentive and a demonstrated ability to initiate, develop, and successfully conclude projects - A sharp eye for detail, precise thinking, the ability to make close, analytical judgments, and a practiced sense of order and organization - Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, both autonomously and collaboratively - Basic computer and software competency in a PC/Windows environment, including Microsoft Office - Basic familiarity with Unix and PERL – programming skills a plus - Experience in a software development environment a plus Minimal Qualifications - Solid academic credentials: advanced-undergraduate and/or graduate-level coursework in linguistics - Experience applying linguistic expertise to real language data - Experience in a professional or business environment - Mastery of the English language H5 rewards personal excellence in the pursuit of our common goals and is extraordinarily respectful of the individual and of the creative, intellectual, and cultural diversity of our team. Our culture has allowed us to attract and retain talented individuals who are driven by a vision of the way we will transform the practice of litigation and risk management. H5 is an equal opportunity employer. Contact Information: Laura Carey careers@h5technologies.com Hankuk University of Foreign Studies Phonetics / Phonology: Rank Open, Hankuk U of Foreign Studies http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1509.html Rank: Rank Open Posted on: 07-May-2008 Deadline: 02-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Phonetics Phonology Language(s): Employer: Hankuk University of Foreign Studies Department: Linguistcs and Cognitive Science Job Description The Department of Linguistics and Cognitive Science at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies (Yongin Campus) invites applications for a non-tenure track position with the specialty of phonetics and/or phonology. Candidates should have a non-Korean citizenship, and are required to have sufficient proficiency of the English language to lecture in English. They are required to hold a PhD in linguistics at the time of application. Each semester, the selected candidate will teach about three courses (i.e. eight credit hours) of linguistics including a graduate-level seminar. The salary is based on the university's appointment scale determined by the candidate's research and teaching experience. For example, the expected income level for assistant professor will be around 40,000,000 KW (= about 40,000 USD) per year plus housing supported by the university. Additional financial incentives are available depending on academic performance. We provide one-way airplane tickets to Seoul, Korea for the faculty member and his/her spouse on the commencement of employment. Contract is made for one year, and is renewable up to three times, i.e. for four years. This position is ideal for a new-born PhD who needs teaching and research career, LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 34 and for a senior scholar who seeks for new research environments for a year or so. Send applications by e-mail to Prof. Jongsup Jun (jongsupjun@korea.com) by June 2, 2008. Applications should include a CV, a statement of research/teaching interests, and a publication list. Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, but they should arrive before June 2, 2008. Selected candidates on the short list will be requested to submit four recent photos of less -than 3.5*4.5 cm, a copy of PhD dissertation, copies of recent academic works, official transcripts of BA, MA, and PhD, official documents certifying work experience, a copy of the passport information page, and a copy of the alien registration card (if the applicant were staying in Korea) by June 14, 2008. These candidates will have an interview and a job talk around the end of June, 2008. Hankuk University of Foreign Studies is a nondiscriminatory employer. Job Description Hanyang–Oregon TESOL Program, a leading TESOL Program in Korea, is looking for a full-time faculty member, who will be a Full-time Foreign Professor of Hanyang University and Adjunct Professor of the University of Oregon. Requirements: Native speaker of English with a PhD degree in TESOL, Linguistics, or a related field; ABD may apply, and if hired will be expected to complete the thesis within one year. Must be able to teach at least four of the following courses at a graduate level: English Grammar, Second Language Acquisition, Second Language Research, English Phonetics and Phonology, Introduction to Linguistics, and Language Teaching Methodologies. Applicants should have at least 1-2 years of teaching experience. Preference will be given to candidates who can teach Second Language Research. The teaching load is up to 15 hours per week, the starting salary is KRW 42,000,000/year (severance pay included), and benefits include a furnished apartment near campus, 7 weeks annual vacation (plus Korean national holidays), a round trip air ticket, and 50/50 cost sharing for health insurance. To apply, please email the following documents: cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, scanned title page of passport, scanned copy of PhD Degree, and a sample of a recent publication or other research paper. To complete your application, we need also to receive two letters of recommendation, to be sent directly by the referees. Upon hire, the successful candidate will also need to supply evidence for all advanced degrees held (for example, official transcripts), copies of other teaching certificates (if applicable), an original letter from previous employers confirming teaching experience, and two recent photos. For more information, please visit our program website listed above. Further questions should be addressed to either Ms. Kong or Professor Spike Gildea, University of Oregon . Contact Information: Jongsup Jun jongsupjun@korea.com Phone: +82-31-330-4228 Fax: +82-31-330-4074 Hanyang University/University of Oregon English & Language Acquisition: Professor, Hanyang University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-891.html Rank: Professor Posted on: 15-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Language Acquisition Language Teaching Language(s): English Employer: Hanyang University/University of Oregon Department: Hanyang-Oregon Joint TESOL Contact Information: Minyoung Kong tesol@hanyang.ac.kr LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 35 Hapax Ltd. English & Computational Linguistics: Programmer, Hapax Ltd. http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-321.html Rank: Programmer Posted on: 26-Jan-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics C++ Development for NLP Language(s): English Employer: Hapax Ltd. Department: Job Description We are seeking to build a US development staff for our growing, NLP-oriented company. We hold patented intellectual property in automatic text analysis and other NLP-related disciplines. We have built a successful business in Europe, and are expanding our operations into the USA. The team is in the process of creating an exciting, new software product to enter a new line of business. As a company, we are committed to bringing NLP out of the lab and into the marketplace. We will fill a number of development positions, starting with experienced C++ developers with credentials in computational linguistics. Ideal candidates will have as many as possible of the following qualifications: - A minimum of 5 years professional experience developing applications in C++ is a must - Experience with Linux is a plus - A degree in computational linguistics with some concentration in computer science - Experience in the building of domain-specific ontologies is useful - Experience in statistical analysis and machine learning - Proven ability to design, create and maintain highly efficient, elegant C++ code in support of NLP-related applications - A team-oriented work style - Evidence of solid methodological foundations in the development of applications - A deep passion both for computational linguistics and application development - Ability and desire to hit the ground running on new projects and responsibilities: self-starters are preferred If this sounds like you, please consider contacting us. Our US office has just been opened in Annapolis, MD. We will initially hire on a contractor basis as we establish our US footprint. Full-time employment will then be offered. Preference will be extended to those available to start working immediately. We are entering a critical phase of a major project, and momentum must be maintained. This is an opportunity to participate in an exciting, definitely-for-profit enterprise with solid investment backing, strong, creative leadership and great prospects for a rewarding and lucrative career. Travel opportunities will be available for those interested. Compensation will be competitive, and a full benefits package is being designed. Come join an up-and-coming, for-profit enterprise and apply your CL skills visibly and impactfully. Contact Information: Michael Petit, Chief Information Officer mike.petit@hapax.com HCC, Inc Urdu & Pashto & Lexicography: Linguist/Lexicographer, HCC, Inc http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1008.html Rank: Linguist/Lexicographer Posted on: 25-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Lexicography Language(s): Pashto, Southern Pashto, Northern Pashto, Central Urdu Employer: HCC, Inc LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 36 Department: Job Description HCC, Inc is searching for U.S. citizens who are fluent speakers of Pashto and/or Urdu to assist in populating English/Pashto and English/Urdu lexicon databases. The work consists of editing translated Pashto/Urdu to English words/phrases, compiling slang lexicons, and adding new words and set phrases in a primitive word for word translation web-based system. Work schedules will be flexible and work will be performed at your chosen time of day. Since the work will be performed at your location,access to a multi-language keyword computer and the internet is necessary. Employment is requested for several months (at least through September 2008) with continued employment for participants performing above average. An aptitude test may be administered to qualify applicants. If you might be interested in this position, please send in English your:resume, salary requirements and references to the e-mail provided below. Thank you for your time. Job Description Languages Research Associate (Computer-Assisted Language Learning) A full-time research associate is wanted, initially for one year, to start as soon as possible, with the possibility of extension to the end of the project in January 2009. The successful candidate will assist in the collection, adaptation and testing of on-line language teaching materials within the context of a two year Lifelong Learning project, AUTOLEARN, funded by the European Commission and just started this year. Heriot-Watt University is the UK-based partner in the international consortium running this project. It is coordinated in Barcelona. Candidates should be highly IT-literate, manifestly able to write and adapt materials for use on the web and also to administer the local testing of these materials. They should have relevant experience in language teaching, preferably abroad as well in the UK, and in materials design. They should also possess a relevant postgraduate qualification (applied linguistics and/or foreign language teaching) as also the proven ability to engage with colleagues to secure their collaboration. Starting salary according to experience but not in excess of £30,000 p.a. Brief Project Description AUTOLEARN aims at adapting and testing courses for autonomous learning of foreign languages. AUTOLEARN faces this challenge by introducing innovative computerised monitoring of the learners' progress, through natural language processing and artificial intelligence tools that analyse the learners' productions. AUTOLEARN tested courses will integrate a communicative approach to language learning with automated assessment technologies, thus constituting the basis for a new approach to language learning services. Before applying, candidates should consult the forerunner to AUTOLEARN, namely ALLES (alles.atosorigin.es/ ) as well the local AUTOLEARN website at hw.ac.uk/langWWW/cresla/autolearn.htm where a fuller project description may be found and where the Contact Information: Mary Brick linguist_applications@hotmail.com Heriot-Watt University English & Comp Assisted Lang Learning: Researcher, Heriot-Watt U http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-555.html Rank: Researcher Posted on: 15-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Computer Assisted Language Learning Language(s): English Employer: Heriot-Watt University Department: School of Management & LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 37 announcement of the closing of applications will be announced. Apply by email, with CV stating relevant qualifications and experience plus two references, to Prof. Mike Sharwood Smith. Job Description The Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) is the largest and fastest-growing post-secondary educational institution in the UAE. It operates under the jurisdiction of the Federal Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, offering Diploma, Bachelor's and Master's level programs to more than 16,000 students in 14 colleges located in all the major Emirates in the UAE. The language of instruction is English, the great majority of the teachers are drawn from the English-speaking world, and the campuses are equipped with state-of-the-art technology. The UAE is a safe, modern, and prosperous country. EFL teachers are required to teach general and academic English courses at all levels, and prepare students for PET or IELTS examinations. Application Address: Professor Michael Sharwood Smith Henry Prais Building School of Management & Languages Edinburgh, Scotland EH14 4AS United Kingdom Contact Information: Professor Michael Sharwood Smith M.A.Sharwood_Smith@hw.ac.uk Phone: 0131 4514107 Contact Information: Sharmin Hossain facultyrecruitment@hct.ac.ae Higher Colleges of Technology English & TEFL: Instructor, Higher Colleges of Technology http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-252.html Rank: Instructor Posted on: 20-Jan-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics TEFL Language(s): English Employer: Higher Colleges of Technology Department: English Higher Colleges of Technology English & Education: Instructor, Higher Colleges of Technology http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-251.html Rank: Instructor Posted on: 20-Jan-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Education Language(s): English Employer: Higher Colleges of Technology Department: Education LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 38 Job Description The Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) is the largest and fastest-growing post-secondary educational institution in the UAE. It operates under the jurisdiction of the Federal Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, offering Diploma, Bachelor's and Master's level programs to more than 16,000 students in 14 colleges located in all the major Emirates in the UAE. The language of instruction is English, the great majority of the teachers are drawn from the English-speaking world, and the campuses are equipped with state-of-the-art technology. The UAE is a safe, modern, and prosperous country. The department is dedicated to preparing educational professionals for a rapidly growing school system. Highly-skilled and qualified faculty are required for Bachelor-level programs in: English Language Teaching in Schools Early Childhood Education Educational Theory and Methodology Teaching Information Technology Master's Degree (PhD preferred) in a related discipline with at least 3 years of teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level. Additional experience working with K-12 schools is an asset. Employer: Department: Job Description Ref nr DUP 2008/130 Permanent full-time appointment. Start date 1st August 2008, or by agreement. The post may be offered for a trial period. The salary will be set individually, include a suggestion in your application. Place of appointment: Falun. The English subject at Högskolan Dalarna currently has 22 teachers and offers both Swedish and international students a wide range of courses and programs up to Masters level. Duties Teaching and supervision of students in English linguistics at undergraduate and Masters level both on campus and by distance, plus eventually teaching abroad at one of our partner universities (above all in Vietnam). Other teaching within English and the teacher training program can be required. In this post is included research to varying degrees. There is also course administration, subject development and general teaching development. Since close cooperation between teachers is part of the subject’s working practice, it is expected that the applicant will be based at Campus Lugnet during term time. Prerequisites A bachelors degree with a major in English linguistics and training in how to teach at university or equivalent competence, as well as proof of teaching expertise (HF 4 kap). Criteria As criteria for hiring, the amount of expertise in the areas specified in the prerequisites for the post is taken into account. Also the amount of administrative and other skills relevant for the duties described for the post. The applicant’s skills at developing and leading the teaching practice and fellow staff members will also be taken into account, as will the ability to cooperate with the local community and to inform others about research and Högskolan Dalarna English Contact Information: Sharmin Hossain facultyrecruitment@hct.ac.ae Högskolan Dalarna English & General Linguistics: Lecturer, Högskolan Dalarna http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-942.html Rank: Lecturer Posted on: 20-Mar-2008 Deadline: 28-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Language(s): English LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 39 development. Pedagogical and scientific expertise will be treated equally for the post. National goals regarding the job market, equality, and society will also be taken into consideration. Desirable qualifications A doctorate in English linguistics and training in how to teach at university or equivalent competence, as well as proof of teaching expertise. Good subject knowledge within English linguistics, preferably within applied linguistics, and one or more of the following: phonetics/phonology, sociolinguistics, pragmatics and discourse analysis. Proof of experience in course development and teaching, especially essay supervision, both at undergraduate and Masters level. Experience of teaching English in an international perspective will be of merit. We are looking for a flexible and cooperative person who will take the lead, who is prepared to take on greater responsibilities, and who will actively work to increase interest in language studies together with other teachers. Information Head of Subject, Elin Holmsten, contact information below. Head of Subject, Una Cunningham, telephone (0046) 23 - 77 82 71, e-mail uca@du.se Faculty Dean, Ulf Magnusson, telephone (0046) 23 77 82 36, e-mail uma@du.se Union representatives Lars-Åke Bernblad, SACO, Åsa Wedin, Lärarförbundet, Sonja Marklund, ST. Your application, including the reference number above, should contain a CV, transcripts of qualifications, and contact details for referees. Teaching expertise must be described on a separate form which can be ordered from Högskolan Dalarna, telephone (0046) 23-77 80 41 or e-mail alg@du.se, or from www.du.se/pers/jobb/pedmerit.htm. The application should be sent to application address or email listed below. Application Address: Anette Lindgren , Registrator Högskolan Dalarna Falun, 79188 Sweden Contact Information: Dr Elin Holmsten ehm@du.se Phone: (0046) 23 - 77 83 01 Hokkaido University Applied Linguistics: Non-tenured Associate Professor, Hokkaido U http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-980.html Rank: Specially Appointed, Non-tenured Associate Prof Posted on: 23-Mar-2008 Deadline: 16-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics TESOL Language(s): Employer: Hokkaido University Department: Faculty of International Media and Communication Job Description Teaching Duties: Teaching English as a foreign language to undergraduate students along with other English language related subjects. Qualifications: (i) Native English ability; (ii) Holder of master's degree (PhD holder preferred); (iii) Specializing in applied linguistics, linguistics, communication or a closely related discipline. Contract Period: PhD holders will receive a four-year contract; Master's degree holders will receive a three-year contract. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 40 Salary: Roughly 6 million yen per year Responsibilities: (i) teaching two 15-week semesters (ii) maximum of 18 classroom hours per week (iii) cooperation in developing teaching materials (iv) entrance examination preparation and grading Contract Commencement Date (Scheduled) October 1, 2008 Application Materials (to be sent by e-mail attachment): (i) cover letter (ii) resume (including date of birth) (iii) list of publications (please send electronic copies of the best two) (iv) one letter of recommendation (to be sent directly from the referee) Please write “TEFL position” in the subject line of the email message. Application Deadline: May 16, 2008 (Japan Time: 5:00 PM) Contact Information: Paul Stapleton, Professor IBM Canada English & Translation, Terminology: Terminologist, IBM http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-615.html Rank: Terminologist Posted on: 22-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Translation Terminology Language(s): English Employer: IBM Canada Department: Software Group Support Services Job Description This is a 1 Year Supplemental Term Position (Possible 1 year extension) The terminology group helps product developers, writers, and translators use the correct terminology in IBM products and materials. The group currently has an open position for a junior terminologist. Regular tasks include creating and updating terminological entries in a multilingual terminology database, and identifying terms from an automatically extracted corpus that are relevant to translators. The position includes the following additional responsibilities: Using a computer-based terminology management system, create, update, or harmonize definitions, and add other metadata such as subject fields, grammatical information, and source identifiers Using sound terminological principles, establish relations between synonyms, broader terms, narrower terms, and other related concepts Using computer functions, import new terminology into the database and export terminology into various output files such as glossaries for customers and bilingual dictionaries for translators Conduct terminology research to identify and define new terms Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher in terminology, or in translation with courses in terminology, or in linguistics Contact Information: Paul Stapleton paulstapleton@gmail.com Phone: 81-11-706-5379 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 41 with courses in lexicology Proficiency in English and at least one other language. Experienced with a wide range of desktop computer applications. Knowledge of markup formats such as HTML, SGML and XML. Experience in translation preferred. Apply online to the e-mail below (requsition number LU 00000164). This is a temporary position paid hourly without the IBM benefits package. Vacation, statutory holidays and overtime will be paid in accordance with government employment standards legislation. The employees of IBM represent a talented and diverse workforce. Achieving the full potential of an inclusive environment is a business priority that is at the core of our corporate culture. We encourage applicants of all race, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation and disability to join our organization and contribute to the rich diversity of our global company. Job Description Ikerbasque, The Basque Foundation for Science (Spain), has opened the call for applications for the position of Scientific Director of the new research centre in Linguistics. The deadline for this call is June 30th (Till 5pm, Central European Time: GMT+1). The application process is opened one month. A good candidate would be a senior researcher with proven: - internationally recognized track in Linguistics, - experience in leading research groups either in cognitive neuroscience, psycholinguistics or sociolinguistics, - at least, 10 years of research track in international research centres, and good and recent publications and research results in Linguistics. Application process: Submit a complete CV with a motivation (cover) letter, providing the name of, at least, two referees to the email address provided below. The best applicants will be evaluated by our International Selection Committee in July. A formal communication to all the applicants is expected by September. Contact Information: Ali Rajah alirajah@ca.ibm.com Ikerbasque Foundation Cog Sci; Psycholing; Socioling: Scientific Director, Ikerbasque.. http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1796.html Rank: Scientific Director Posted on: 05-Jun-2008 Deadline: 30-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Psycholinguistics Sociolinguistics Cognitive Science Language(s): Employer: Ikerbasque Foundation Department: Contact Information: Ainhoa Madariaga madariaga@ikerbasque.net Phone: +34 944 052 660 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 42 Indiana University English & Applied Linguistics: Assistant Director, Indiana U http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-807.html Rank: Assistant Director Posted on: 10-Mar-2008 Deadline: 20-Mar-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Second Language Studies Language(s): English Employer: Indiana University Department: Second Language Studies Job Description The Intensive English Program, Department of Second Language Studies, Indiana University, Bloomington, is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Director. The Intensive English Program (IEP) Assistant Director works with the IEP Director in administration of the IEP; manages and organizes the IEP office; participates in IEP administrative problem-solving; serves as a liaison between administration, teachers, and office staff; manages and organizes teaching support systems; schedules classes and assign teachers; manages and organizes student support systems; collaborates with the Office of the Registrar on procuring rooms for the IEP instruction and lab work. In addition, the Assistant Director oversees registration, the institutional TOEFL (ITP TOEFL), program-wide exams, and initial teacher meeting each session and IEP social activities. The Assistant Director works with IEP instructors to learn specialties and strengths for class assignments; and teaches one course per session. Education and Experience: MA in TESOL and Applied Linguistics, Second Language Studies, or related field required. MA in Program Administration will be considered with experience in similar program. Must have language teaching and program administrative experience. An understanding of the field of TESOL is preferred. Must work well with a diverse group of administrators, instructors, and students, and must be able to work with deadlines. Please send cover letter and CV electronically to Elizabeth Clark, or by post to Kathleen Bardovi-Harlig and Marlin Howard, Search Committee Co-Chairs at the application address listed below. We will begin screening immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please apply by March 20 for interview at AAAL or TESOL. Anticipated June 1 to July 1, 2008 start date. Please visit our program website at the url listed above. Indiana University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Indiana University encourages applications from women and minorities Application Address: Kathleen Bardovi-Harlig & Marlin Howard Department of Second Language Studies, c/o Elizabeth Clark 313 Memorial Hall, 1021 E. Third Street Bloomington, IN 47405 USA Contact Information: Elizabeth Clark eliclark@indiana.edu Indiana University Akan, Bamana, Zulu & Applied Linguistics: Lecturer, Indiana U http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1684.html Rank: Lecturer Posted on: 27-May-2008 Deadline: 30-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Language(s): Bambara Akan Zulu Employer: Indiana University Department: African Studies Program LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 43 Job Description Job Announcement: Indiana University-Bloomington African Languages Lecturers Employer: Indiana University-Bloomington (African Studies Program) The African Studies Program at Indiana University, Bloomington, invites applications for Lecturership positions in Akan (Twi), Bamana, and Zulu languages, beginning August 2008. The initial appointment will be for three years and is renewable contingent on funding and satisfactory performance reviews. We seek innovative and experienced language pedagogues who will be able to teach Akan (Twi), Bamana, or Zulu language courses at all levels. Candidates for the positions should also be willing to participate in a full range of African Languages Program activities. Qualifications: A PhD degree in African language pedagogy, second language acquisition, linguistics, language education, or related field preferred. Native or near-native proficiency and teaching experience in the target language at the university level required. Experience developing African language materials, including web-based materials, and using computer-based instructional technologies is a plus. Salary is competitive and commensurate with applicants' qualifications. To ensure full consideration, please send a letter of application, a statement on pedagogy, curriculum vitae, and three references to the application address listed below. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Questions may be addressed by e-mail to Sue Hanson. Indiana University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer Indiana University/Bloomington General Linguistics: Visiting Lecturer, Indiana U/Bloomington http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1596.html Rank: Visiting Lecturer Posted on: 19-May-2008 Deadline: 16-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Phonetics Phonology Language(s): Employer: Indiana University/Bloomington Department: Department of Linguistics Job Description Visiting Lecturer Position in Linguistics, 2008-2009 One year Visiting Lecturer position in the Department of Linguistics, 2008-2009 academic year. Applicants must have PhD in hand by September 2008. Teaching load is four courses for the academic year. Our teaching needs include some combination of computational linguistics (specifically a programming course, preferably PERL or Python), phonology/phonetics (introductory undergraduate courses and/or a graduate phonology seminar), introductory language and linguistics, and possibly a course in sociolinguistics. Preference to applicants with demonstrated teaching effectiveness. Salary is $40,000 and includes fringe benefits; see the IU Human Resource Services website: www.indiana.edu/~uhrs/benefits/neweeo-profe.html Send application materials, including statement about research and teaching interests, sample teaching evaluations, CV, sample publications, and three letters of recommendation by June 16th to the application address listed below. Indiana University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Indiana University encourages applications from women and minorities. Application Address: Sue Hanson , Program Assistant African Studies Program Indiana University Bloomington, IN 47405 USA Contact Information: Sue Hanson, Program Assistant shanson@indiana.edu Phone: 812-855-8284 Fax: 812-855-6734 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 44 Application Address: Jan Cobb Memorial Hall 322, 1021 E. Third Street Indiana University Bloomington, US 47405 USA - Completing individual and team projects efficiently within client-driven deadlines. - Maintaining precision and comprehensiveness of categorization products. - Improving the efficiency and accuracy of the categorization system. - Keeping up-to-date on current events. Qualifications: - Understanding of linguistic ambiguity and a creative approach to problem-solving. Contact Information: Jan Cobb mjcobb@indiana.edu Phone: 812-855-6459 Inform Technologies English & Comp Ling,Text/Corpus Ling: Categorization Analyst, ... http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1355.html Rank: Categorization Analyst Posted on: 21-Apr-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Text/Corpus Linguistics Language(s): English Employer: Inform Technologies Department: Job Description Inform Technologies is seeking a detail-oriented, research-savvy individual with strong general knowledge and information management expertise. The Categorization Analyst will work within a Categorization Team that employs editorial and statistical techniques to properly classify news content. The Analyst will be responsible for client-focused projects across the categorization system to enhance client category results. As a member of the Categorization Team, the Analyst will also be responsible for ongoing upkeep of the categorization system, continually developing our hierarchical taxonomy and entity extraction systems. Must be able to take initiative and work independently, as well as work as part of a dedicated team. A strong interest in current events is key. Salary based on experience. All interested parties are encouraged to apply. This position requires strong computer skills, but no programming experience. Primary Job Functions Include: - A background in Linguistics, Information Science or a related field is preferred. - Must have a BA/BS with 1+ years of experience, or an MLS/MLIS/MS - Excellent communication and organizational skills. - Understanding of editorial standards and exceptional attention to detail. About Inform: We are an innovative technology company in the business of structuring and organizing massive amounts of unstructured content. Founded in 2004, the company is privately held and has approximately 60 employees, including mathematicians, linguists, computer scientists, taxonomists, information scientists, and other professionals based in New York and India. Inform's clients include a wide range of international, national, and local news websites, niche publications, online encyclopedias, and online publishers wanting to provide a more engaging experience to their users. The work environment is dynamic and entrepreneurial and allows plenty of room for the right individual to take ownership and grow with the firm. Current management has a proven track record of building and growing web-based companies to commercial success. Please submit resume and cover letter with salary requirements to the e-mail address provided below. The subject line of the e-mail must read “Categorization Analyst”. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 45 Contact Information: Inform resumes@inform.com project. - Responsible for documenting work as well as reporting or coordinating efforts with management and other team members. Skills: Janya Inc. Chinese, Mandarin & Comp Ling: Computational Linguist, Janya Inc. http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-632.html Rank: Computational Linguist Posted on: 25-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Chinese, Mandarin Employer: Janya Inc. Department: Job Description Janya, a leader in natural language processing applications, offers products and solutions based on its text analytics technology for DoD, intelligence, law enforcement communities, and other government markets. Janya is located in suburban Buffalo, New York State, USA, in the technology corridor adjoining the State University of New York at Buffalo campus. Scope: Primarily responsible for development and/or acquisition of linguistic resources for Chinese, such as lexicons, grammars, and corpora, that are needed for text analytics solutions in this language. Also responsible, collaboratively, for the integration of these resources into natural language processing (NLP) technology involving finite-state technology and/or machine learning. Reporting Relationship: Reports directly to the NLP Manager. Responsibilities: - Perform all steps in development and/or acquisition of Chinese linguistic resources. - Provide application level support for Chinese linguistic resources. - Work independently or as part of a team to complete moderately complex projects or segments of a larger - Ability to perform linguistic data analysis. - Ability to write computational grammars and lexicons. - Reading fluency in Mandarin Chinese, preferably simplified Chinese. - Proficiency in one or more scripting languages (Perl, Python, Ruby) or programming languages, particularly C++, is a plus. Education/Experience: - MS or PhD in Computational Linguistics or related field. - Hands-on experience in development and/or acquisition and use of linguistic resources for Chinese. - Work experience in production-quality NLP systems. - Familiarity with Unix/Linux operating system environment is a plus. - Experience in machine learning, information retrieval, or data mining are all pluses. Candidates should be eligible to work in the US. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Janya offers a generous benefits package that includes health insurance, 401(k) plan, and vacation time. Please email resume with references to the e-mail below. Contact Information: Linda Stievater lindas@janyainc.com LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 46 Johann Wolfgang Goethe-Universität German/General Ling: Post Doc, Johann Wolfgang Goethe-Universität http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-207.html Rank: Post Doc Posted on: 16-Jan-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Grammar Language(s): German, Standard Employer: Johann Wolfgang Goethe-Universität Department: Institut für Kognitive Linguistik Job Description An der Johann Wolfgang Goethe-Universität Frankfurt ist im Fachbereich Neuere Philologien, Institut für Kognitive Linguistik, zum 15. März 2008 die halbe Stelle für einen/eine Wissenschaftliche(n) Mitarbeiter/ in mit fast ausschließlicher Lehrtätigkeit (BAT IIa/ 2) für Germanistische Linguistik zunächst befristet für die Dauer eines Jahres zu besetzen. Für die Befristung des Vertrages sind die Regelungen des Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetzes i.V.m. dem Hessischen Hochschulgesetz maßgeblich. Die Besetzung dient der zusätzlichen Förderung der Lehre im Rahmen der Einführung von Studienbeiträgen. Die Aufgaben des/der Stelleninhaber/in liegen vornehmlich im Bereich der universitären Lehre in den germanistischen Studiengängen. Dazu zählen Mitarbeit bei der Koordination und Durchführung der Studienmodule; die Gestaltung und Abnahme von Prüfungen sowie fachliche Studienberatung. Die Lehrverpflichtung beträgt 6 SWS. Es wird Gelegenheit zur selbstbestimmten Forschung, insbesondere zur Weiterqualifikation, gegeben. Einstellungsvoraussetzung ist eine qualifizierte Promotion oder in Ausnahmefällen ein qualifizierter Hochschulabschluss im Bereich Linguistik. Lehrerfahrung erwünscht. Ihre Bewerbung richten Sie bitte bis zum 27. Februar 2008 an den Geschäftsführenden Direktor des Instituts für Kognitive Linguistik, Professor Dr. Thomas E. Zimmermann, Grüneburgplatz 1, 60629 Frankfurt am Main. Application Address: Prof. Thomas Ede Zimmermann Grüneburgplatz 1 Frankfurt am Main, 60629 Germany Contact Information: Thomas Ede Zimmermann T.E.Zimmermann@lingua.uni-frankfurt.de Johns Hopkins University Cognitive Science: Rank Open, Johns Hopkins University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-503.html Rank: Rank Open Posted on: 22-Jan-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Cognitive Science Linguistic Theories Language(s): Employer: Johns Hopkins University Department: Cognitive Sceince LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 47 Job Description For fullest consideration applications should be received by Feb 17. Email applications, including letters of reference, are strongly encouraged. The Department of Cognitive Science at Johns Hopkins University seeks a faculty member with an exceptionally strong record of conducting and directing cognitive research that makes substantive contact with linguistic theory. The rank is open, although preference will be given to either Assistant or Associate Professor appointments. The ideal candidate will carry out theoretical and experimental work on language representation, processing, and learning at multiple levels of language structure (speech perception, phonology, syntax) and will have the ability to conduct effective teaching, student supervision, and collaboration in a formally-oriented, highly interdisciplinary cognitive science environment. Johns Hopkins University actively encourages interest from minorities and women. Please send CV, research statement, and three letters of reference to the Cognitive Science Search Committee. For fullest consideration applications should be received by Feb 17. Email applications, including letters of reference, are strongly encouraged. Johns Hopkins University Comp Ling, Semantics, & Pragmatics: Visiting Professor, Johns Hopkins University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-875.html Rank: Visiting Professor Posted on: 13-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Pragmatics Semantics Language(s): Employer: Johns Hopkins University Department: Cognitive Science Job Description The Department of Cognitive Science at Johns Hopkins University invites applications for two one-year visiting faculty positions, possibly renewable for one additional year, in the areas of (1) computational linguistics; syntax/semantics and (2) formal linguistics; semantics/pragmatics and the interface with syntax, beginning Fall 2008. Junior faculty are encouraged to apply but more senior applicants will also be considered. The visiting faculty will be expected to teach and help supervise graduate research. Review of applications will begin on April 1, 2008 and continue until the positions are filled. Please send CV, research statement, and three letters of reference by email. JHU actively encourages interest from minorities and women. Application Address: Peggy MacKenzie , Mrs. 3400 N. Charles Street 237 Krieger Hall Baltimore, US 21218 USA Contact Information: Peggy MacKenzie, Mrs. peggy@jhu.edu Phone: 410/516-5331 Fax: 410/516-8020 Contact Information: Peggy MacKenzie, Mrs. peggy@jhu.edu Phone: 410/516-5331 Fax: 410/516-8020 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 48 King Abdulaziz University English & TESL/TEFL: Instructor, King Abdulaziz University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1703.html Rank: Instructor Posted on: 27-May-2008 Deadline: 15-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics TESl/TEFL Language(s): English Employer: King Abdulaziz University Department: English Language Center Job Description TEFL/TESL Job Opportunities The English Language Center, King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah, KSA is recruiting highly qualified female TEFL instructors. Qualifications: - PhD, MA, or BA in English/TEFL from an English speaking country, + minimum 3 years teaching experience Compensation: Attractive salaries commensurate with qualifications & experience, housing & furniture allowances, airline tickets, and a 60-day summer leave. To apply, please send your CV, copies of degree, letters of experience, and a 4x6 recent photo to the application email listed below or Fax # 6952000 ext 26084. LADO International College ESL/EFL/Curriculum/Teacher Training: Academic Director, LADO http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-391.html Rank: Academic Director Posted on: 01-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics ESL/EFL/Curriculum Design/Teacher Training Language(s): English Employer: LADO International College Department: Corporate Office Job Description Position Objectives The Academic Director (AD) maintains the academic integrity of LADO Enterprises, Inc. Academic integrity is defined as attending to three specific concerns. First, all academic programs at LADO embody Dr. Lado's pedagogy. Second, LADO provides proven, modern teaching materials. Third, LADO is accredited. The Academic Director is an integral part of the school management team. The Academic Director reports to the President. On a day-to-day basis the Academic Director works under the leadership of the CEO. The Academic Director decides on academic matters to ensure a uniform learning experience for teachers and students across LADO centers. The Academic Director coordinates with the Center Managers in all issues of an academic nature. Position Requirements/Character Traits: 1. Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in TESOL, linguistics, or a related field and extensive classroom and one-to-one ESL/EFL teaching experience at all levels in a variety of school environments in the US. 2. Familiarity with using information systems for teaching purposes such as Computer-Assisted Language Learning (C.A.L.L.). 3. Ability to evaluate LADO’s academic needs and effectively utilize available hardware and software resources to ensure LADO’s curriculum and teaching are up-to-date from a technological standpoint. Contact Information: Dr Laila Al-Sharqi lzayyan@hotmail.com Phone: +966(2)555598995 Fax: +966(2)6952000 ext 26084 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 49 4. Native-speaker command of the English language. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English sufficient to represent LADO professionally with clients, government institutions, accreditation agencies, and at outside events 5. Service oriented, team player 6. Cross-cultural communication sensitivity 7. Ability to experiment with and develop new ideas about teaching foreign languages 8. Strong project management, coordination skills 9. Familiar with accreditation standards and compliance practices The following are desired, but not required items, in addition to the requirements listed above: 1. Master's Degree or equivalent in TESOL, Linguistics, or related field 2. Knowledge/fluency in a foreign language 3. Teaching experience outside the US where English is not an official language. 4. Living experience in a foreign country where English is not spoken. Duties and Responsibilities: - Reports on status of student body academic progress - Ensures that learning outcomes and course objectives are met by all of LADO’s academic programs. - Initiates, develops and implements curriculum-related policies and procedures - Stewards instructional methodology, classroom practices, testing, and instructional material (syllabi, exams, student placement, supplemental materials) - Ensures compliance with LADO's internal academic standards as well as accrediting agency standards. - Develops new programs, courses, and materials as needed. - Utilizes a variety of resources and techniques to review center and program performance on a regular basis. - Reviews multi-media lab resources on an ongoing basis - Makes recommendations on upgrades to the systems in the multi-media lab on an annual basis. - Oversees and establishes standards for teacher evaluations. Trains Center Managers in conducting effective classroom observations and performance evaluations - Supervises, evaluates and train teacher trainers - Conducts or oversees training for LADO Faculty - Address concerns from, and implements, new ideas coming from teachers and students - Provides assistance and advice to instructors Contact Information: Enrique Viñas evinas@lado.edu LADO International College ESL/EFL: Teacher Trainer, LADO International College http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1917.html Rank: Teacher Trainer Posted on: 13-Jun-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): ESL/EFL Language(s): Employer: LADO International College Department: TEFL Certificate Program LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 50 Job Description The LADO TEFL Certificate is designed as a practical and thorough training course to prepare new teachers for the ESL classroom as well as to enhance the skills of experienced instructors. LADO TEFL trainees learn about a variety of language teaching techniques and methodologies, in addition to the rules and patterns of English grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. Training sessions model the same student-centered classroom practices that trainees should strive for in their own ESL classrooms, with a strong emphasis on facilitating student participation and engaging in a variety of learning activities. Each day, trainees apply this new learning to real classroom practice as they team-teach guided lessons to a class of ESL students. Graduates leave the program with confidence in their abilities to plan lessons and teach classes ranging from beginner to advanced levels. The LADO TEFL Certificate Program is team-taught by two teacher-trainers and one of these openings is now available. Position Details: - Title: LADO TEFL Certificate Trainer - Start Date: ASAP - Job Type: Full time - Compensation: $17-20 per hour - Benefits: Health, dental, disability, life insurance, partially subsidized parking (50%), paid annual leave, paid sick leave, and more Personal Traits / Skill Set: - Native speaker of English - Personable - Team player, works well with others - Can-do attitude - Knowledgeable about the ESL/EFL job market - Excellent communications skills - Self-motivated - Detail-oriented LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Requirements: - U.S. Citizenship/Permanent Resident - Bachelor’s degree and TEFL Certificate required. Master’s degree in TEFL/TESL, applied linguistics, or master's degree with a TEFL/TESL focus desired. - Minimum 3 years of teacher training experience in the area of TESL/TEFL; international experience strongly desired. Application Address: Vance Blankenbaker LADO TEFL Certificate Program 2233 Wisconsin Avenue, NW Washington, US 20007 USA Contact Information: Vance Blankenbaker vblankenbaker@lado.edu Phone: 202-333-4222 Leiden University Syntax: Two Post Docs, Leiden University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1208.html Rank: Two Post Docs Posted on: 09-Apr-2008 Deadline: 15-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Syntax Language(s): Employer: Leiden University Department: LUCL Job Description The project Functional projections in analytic languages Languages differ with respect to which functional categories they overtly realize. Whereas some overtly realize case, others overtly realize the initiation node in the verb phrase (also known as "little v"). This project aims at investigating which functional categories are Page 51 overtly realized in so-called "analytic" languages and to find out whether they form a natural class. To this end we will study two language groups, which are both supposedly analytic, but which are geographically and genetically wide apart from one another: Sinitic (East Asia) and Kwa (West Africa). The results will be relevant for general theorizing on (i) language types; (ii) the nature of functional categories; (iii) the distribution of functional categories; and (iv) the question whether the verbal and nominal domains are as parallel in structure as is often assumed. The researchers that will be actively involved in the project are dr.Enoch Aboh and dr.Umberto Ansaldo (both University of Amsterdam) and prof dr.Lisa L.S. Cheng and dr. Rint Sybesma (both Leiden University), plus two post-doctoral fellows, who will each be the main investigator of one of two sub-projects, mentioned below. We invite applications for two post-doctoral researchers, to be the main investigators of the following two sub-projects. 1. On the verbal and clausal domains. This sub-project deals with the functional categories in the verbal and clausal domains of Sinitic and Kwa, against the background of what is known about functional categories in these domains more generally. For this sub-project, we are looking for someone who has expertise in Kwa linguistics, or is a native speaker of a Kwa language (aside from the points mentioned in "the profile" below). The post-doctoral fellow responsible for sub-project 1, will be stationed at the Amsterdam Center of Language and Communication (ACLC)/University of Amsterdam. 2. On the nominal domain. This sub-project focuses on the functional categories in the nominal domain of Sinitic and Kwa, against the background of what is known about functional categories in this domain more generally. For this sub-project, we are looking for someone who has expertise in Chinese linguistics, or is a native speaker of a Sinitic language (aside from the points mentioned in “the profile” below). The post-doctoral fellow responsible for subproject 2, will be stationed at the Leiden University Centre for Linguistics (LUCL)/Universiteit Leiden. The profile: - the successful candidates have finished (or are about to finish) an excellent doctoral dissertation in theoretical syntax, preferably comparative syntax; - they have a proven strong interest in data driven research as well typological issues; - they are willing to work on both Kwa and Sinitic data; - they are prepared to conduct short fieldwork trips; - they have the ability to work independently but are at the same time willing to collaborate closely with the other members of the research team; - they have good writing skills and are fluent in English; - they are expected to take up teaching responsibilities under the supervision of the project leaders. Note: Applicants must read the full text of the research project before applying, see lucl.leidenuniv.nl/index.php3?m=4&c=592. Reference application number 8-094. Space limitations make it impossible to give further information here. For remaining questions, please contact: dr. Rint Sybesma. Application Address: Ms E.M. Bakker Faculty of Arts, Personnel Department P.O. Box 9515 Leiden, 2300 RA Netherlands Contact Information: Dr. Rint Sybesma r.p.e.sybesma@let.leidenuniv.nl Linguistic Data Consortium Comp Linguistics: Programmer Analyst, Linguistic Data Consortium http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1165.html Rank: Programmer Analyst Posted on: 04-Apr-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Text/Corpus Linguistics Language(s): LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 52 Employer: Department: Job Description Linguistic Data Consortium - Strong programming skills in at least two of the following programming languages: Python, C++, Java and Perl - Grammatical knowledge and reading ability of the Arabic language highly preferred - Proven record of success in project support or project management For further information or to apply online please visit jobs.hr.upenn.edu/; search postings for reference number 080324301. Penn offers an excellent benefits package including medical/dental, retirement plans, tuition assistance and a minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation per year. The University of Pennsylvania is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Positions contingent upon funding. For more information about LDC and the programs we support, visit our website. The Linguistic Data Consortium at the University of Pennsylvania has an immediate opening for a programmer analyst to support our rapidly growing linguistic resource creation projects. Programmer Analyst (Ref # 080324301) Duties: This position will support LDC's language resource creation projects by providing programming, technical and research support in a lead capacity. Projects to support will include Arabic Treebank and other Arabic language resource creation projects. Primary responsibilities will be to design, develop and implement programming solutions and oversee all technical aspects of the projects; work with LDC's project managers, annotators, programmers, and clients to develop achievable plans for corpus or software development and successfully execute them; write annotation tools, data processing tools, web applications and other software necessary for the projects; support annotation workflow; support end-users; investigate technical issues that may arise during the life cycles of projects, and provide timely solutions to them as necessary; work with project managers to develop and execute tool and data specifications; coordinate a team of programmers to provide timely support of project goals; document tools and data formats; design, develop and implement creative solutions to various technical and research problems; interact with domain professionals at international meetings and via e-mail discussions; publish research and technical papers; pursue own research interests in relevant fields, as time allows, in order to seek new funding and research opportunities for the organization. Minimum Qualifications: - BS/BA in Computer Science or Computational Linguistics (advanced degree preferred) - At least one year of relevant work experience in linguistic resource creation or human language technology development Contact Information: Kazuaki Maeda maeda@ldc.upenn.edu Linguistic Society of America General Ling: Executive Director, Linguistic Society of America http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-735.html Rank: Executive Director Posted on: 05-Mar-2008 Deadline: 19-Mar-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Language(s): Employer: Linguistic Society of America Department: Job Description Key Responsibilities: Reporting to the Executive Committee via its elected President, the Executive Director has overall responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the Society. These include working with the Executive Committee on LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 53 setting the strategic direction and directing the programmatic, financial and management operations of the organization. Specific responsibilities include: - Working in collaboration with and supporting the Executive Committee on matters of governance, mission, and institutional strategies; - With the Secretary-Treasurer, actively managing the financial matters, operational issues and staff, outsourced contractors, volunteers, interns of the organization including strategic and business planning, as well as financial management and budgeting; - Implementing effective publications, programs and services for the membership including the oversight, implementation and support of a major Annual Meeting, a biennial Linguistic Institute and Fellowships program; a biennial Summer Meeting; the journal, Language; and the online journal eLanguage. - Supporting the various committees of the Society as needed; - Overseeing the quality, timeliness, accuracy, and features of the organizational website; - Playing a key role in generating revenues for the organization, including membership development, government and foundation grants, and individual and planned giving opportunities; - Promoting higher public awareness and visibility for the instruction and research of language in our society; and - Leading the efforts of the Linguistic Society of America in building partnerships and coalitions with other organizations; Preferred Qualifications: - B.A./B.S.; Advanced degree desirable - Experience as an administrator in an academic setting highly desirable - 5-10 years previous experience in nonprofit management. - The desire, capacity, and ability to be a very hands-on manager. - A demonstrated ability to actively manage and appropriately steward finances and other resources of the society - Demonstrated record of accomplishment, respect and recognition in previous leadership positions. - Ability to inspire and manage staff, volunteers and members to accomplish the work of the Society. - An understanding of and commitment to successful membership services; a positive customer-service attitude. - An understanding of and commitment to successful meeting planning and implementation. - Strong computer literacy to manage and initiate leading-edge technological advances on behalf of the membership. - A critical and analytical thinker with strong organizational planning and financial management skills. Demonstrated intellectual curiosity. - Demonstrated successful track record in grant solicitation/management from government, foundations and individual donors. - Excellent written and oral communication skills. The successful candidate must be charismatic, persuasive and credible to a wide variety of audiences with a special sensitivity to and understanding of the academic environment. - High energy, self-directive, flexible, full of stamina and with a strong work ethic. - A high degree of self-confidence combined with a flexible ego. Compensation for this position is competitive. Start Date: May 5, 2008 Please respond with a letter of interest and resume. No phone calls, please. The Linguistic Society of America is an equal opportunity employer. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 54 Application Address: ED Search Linguistic Society of America Archibald Hill Suite 1325 18th Street Washington, US 20036 USA phonology are strong assets. - Experience in developing, sourcing, or licensing TOEFL or TOEIC test preparation content. - Excellent written and verbal English language communication skills. Your Commitment: - A minimum of 20 hours per week for 4 weeks. - Candidates wishing to telecommute (work remotely from home) are encouraged to apply. If this appeals to you, please respond to this posting with your resume. Inquiries of additional details or clarification of role are definitely welcome. Contact Information: Katha Kissman kkissman@lsadc.org Phone: n/a Fax: 202-835-1717 Livemocha Inc. Toefl/Toeic: Foreign Lang/ESL Content Development, Livemocha Inc. http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-944.html Rank: Foreign Lang/ ESL Content Development Posted on: 19-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Phonetics Phonology Syntax foreign language training;TOEFL/TOEIC Language(s): Employer: Livemocha Inc. Department: Job Description Livemocha, an exciting Seattle-area Internet startup, is seeking qualified ESL tutors, linguists, or teachers to develop foreign language training and TOEFL/ TOEIC test preparation materials. Ideal Candidates will have: - 3 years of in-class ESL teaching experience and/or TOEFL test marking experience. - A formal college-level educational background in education, languages, or linguistics. Specifically, academic training in teaching methods, syntax, and LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Compensation: $15-$20 / hour negotiable. Telecommuting is ok. This is a contract job. Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. Contact Information: Alex Albuerne, Administrator alex@livemocha.com Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology Various: Postdoctoral & Doctoral Fellowship, Max Planck Institute http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1373.html Rank: Postdoctoral & Doctoral Fellowship Posted on: 22-Apr-2008 Deadline: 17-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Historical Linguistics Language Documentation Typology Language(s): Employer: Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology Department: Department of Linguistics Page 55 Job Description Doctoral fellowship in linguistics Postdoctoral fellowship in linguistics The Department of Linguistics of the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology (Leipzig) seeks candidates for a two-year doctoral fellowship in linguistics (with the possibility of two 6-month extensions) and/or a two-year postdoctoral fellowship in linguistics (also with the possibility of two 6-month extensions). The candidates should be able to make contributions to the department's areas of research. The Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology studies human diversity and human origins in a multidisciplinary perspective. The contribution of linguistics to this goal lies in the study of the history and prehistory of languages (and peoples) around the world (especially non-European languages), as well as the current diversity of human languages (linguistic fieldwork on little-described and endangered languages and language typology). The Department of Linguistics collaborates with the Department of Evolutionary Genetics and the Junior research Group on Comparative Population Linguistics to compare the evidence from linguistics and genetics for the prehistory of human populations. The largest recent and current collaborative projects of the Department of Linguistics are the World Atlas of Language Structures (wals.info/) and Loanword Typology. More information on these and other projects is available on the institute's website (see below). Doctoral fellows should already have an MA in Linguistics or an equivalent qualification, and be either registered or qualified to register in a recognized doctoral program at a university or equivalent degree-awarding institution. Doctoral fellows have the possibility of obtaining their doctoral degree through the University of Leipzig (http:/www.uni-leipzig.de). Postdoctoral fellows are expected to come with a flexible research agenda that fits into the department's current foci. They should be ready to contribute to collaborative projects, and they will have the opportunity to propose collaborative projects themselves. Regular participation in the department's talks, seminars and workshops is expected. Except for approved absences (e.g. fieldwork, conferences, vacation), the place of work is Leipzig. The fellowships are available from 01 October 2008, but a later starting date may be negotiated. Postdoctoral fellows must have their PhD in hand before the starting date. There are no teaching obligations, but the opportunity for teaching in the linguistics program of the University of Leipzig exists. Good knowledge of English is required. Applicants are requested to send a CV, statement of research interests, two letters of recommendation, and a sample of written work on a relevant topic to the address given below or by e-mail to Bernard Comrie (in which case supplementary materials available only in hard copy should be sent to the above mailing address). Institute web site: eva.mpg.de Application Address: Prof. Bernard Comrie Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology Personnel administration Leipzig, D-04103 Germany Contact Information: Prof. Bernard Comrie comrie@eva.mpg.de Fax: +49 341 35 50 333 McNeil Technologies Spanish & Translation: Translator, McNeil Technologies http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-701.html Rank: Translator Posted on: 29-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Translation Native Speaker Language(s): Spanish Employer: McNeil Technologies Department: Intelligence and Language Center Job Description Spanish Translators/Transcribers/Interpreters LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 56 Summary McNeil Technologies Inc is currently recruiting Full Time Spanish Translators/Transcribers/Interpreters for assignments in Chantilly, VA. Active security clearance, DSS Secret preferred. - Skills necessary to read and comprehend Spanish with native or near-native ability, and to read and understand various text types. - Ability to comprehend slang and colloquial expressions in the Spanish language and translate them to English. - Basic typing/word processing skills. - U.S. Citizen - Candidate must successfully pass a Government background investigation. Desired Skills: - Active DSS SECRET Clearance (Interim Secret acceptable) - Spanish Linguist/Interpreter Experience - Federal Government Industry Experience - Law Enforcement Industry Experience Desired Background: - No Criminal Record - Good Credit History Job Description: - Position requires monitoring, translating, transcribing, interpreting, performing translation/ transcription quality control and performing validating services. Linguist shall be responsible for monitoring a varying number of sources during any given shift. - Provide reliable and accurate translations, transcriptions, and/or summaries of source materials into English. Linguists will perform multifunctional duties: i.e. when not interpreting, you may be required to translate or transcribe source materials/documents and/or perform quality control functions on documents/materials completed by other linguists. - Perform as required, administrative duties related to tasks. Such duties may include, but are not limited to, placing log sheets, line sheets, duplicating tapes and/or summaries into binders, coping and stapling related paperwork. Qualifications for Linguist: - Undergrad degree or Graduate education: Major study in Spanish from an English speaking college or university, English from a college or university in other countries, or translating or interpreting where English and Spanish were prerequisites OR - Specialized experience in translating, interpreting, or other work requiring the use of English and Spanish language. - An excellent command of the English language with ability to provide clear and concise oral and written communication. - Ability to comprehend Spanish with native or near-native ability and ability to follow accurately the basic elements of conversations and telephone calls. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Contact Information: Matthew Curis, Intelligence and Language mcuris@mcneiltech.com Phone: 703-921-1630 Fax: 703-778-8954 McNeil Technologies Spanish & Transcription: Translator, McNeil Technologies http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1496.html Rank: Translator Posted on: 05-May-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Translation Language(s): Spanish Employer: McNeil Technologies Page 57 communication. Department: Job Description Spanish Linguist Summary: McNeil Inc is currently recruiting Spanish Translators/Transcribers/Interpreters for assignments in Chantilly, VA. Must have an active security clearance. Job Description: - Basic typing/word processing skills. - Position requires monitoring, translating, transcribing, interpreting, performing translation/transcription quality control and performing validating services. Linguist shall be responsible for monitoring a varying number of sources during any given shift. - Provide reliable and accurate translations, transcriptions, and/or summaries of source materials into English. Linguists will perform multifunctional duties: i.e. when not interpreting, you may be required to translate or transcribe source materials/ documents and/or perform quality control functions on documents/materials completed by other linguists. - Perform as required, administrative duties related to tasks. Such duties may include, but are not limited to, placing log sheets, line sheets, duplicating tapes and/or summaries into binders, coping and stapling related paperwork. Qualifications for Linguist: - Undergrad degree or Graduate education: Major study in Spanish from an English speaking college or university, English from a college or university in other countries, or translating or interpreting where English and Spanish were prerequisites OR - Specialized experience in translating, interpreting, or other work requiring the use of English and Spanish language. - An excellent command of the English language with ability to provide clear and concise oral and written - Candidate must successfully pass a Government background investigation. Salary: $25.25/hour including benefits $28.26 without benefits Relevant Work Experience: 3-5 Years Percent Travel: 0-25% Relocation Authorized: No Primary Industry Experience: Federal Govt Secondary Industry Experience: Law Enforcement Primary Functional Experience: Linguist / Interpreter Secondary Functional Experience: Language / Linguistics Citizen of: USA Clearance: DoD SECRET ILC - Ability to comprehend Spanish with native or near-native ability and ability to follow accurately the basic elements of conversations and telephone calls. - Skills necessary to read and comprehend Spanish with native or near-native ability, and to read and understand various text types. - Ability to comprehend slang and colloquial expressions in the Spanish language and translate them to English. Contact Information: Matthew Curis, Intelligence and Language Recr mcuris@mcneiltech.com LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 58 Michigan State University Spanish & Gen Ling: Asst Prof/Instructor, Michigan State U http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1850.html Rank: Assistant Professor/Instructor Posted on: 10-Jun-2008 Deadline: 27-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Language(s): Spanish Employer: Michigan State University Department: Spanish and Portuguese Job Description The Department of Spanish and Portuguese at Michigan State University invites applications for a visiting assistant professor in Hispanic Linguistics for the 2008-2009 academic year. The course load is expected to be 3/3 including upper-division undergraduate courses in Spanish linguistics (introduction to Spanish linguistics, phonetics, and a topics course in the candidate’s area of specialization). PhD in Spanish linguistics or related field is preferred. Ability to teach in Spanish is required. Application materials, including a CV, a cover letter detailing research and teaching interests, sample teaching evaluations, and two letters of recommendation, should be sent to the address listed below. We will begin to consider applications on June 27 and will continue until the position is filled. MITRE Corporation Computational Ling:Lead Computational Linguist, MITRE Corporation http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-803.html Rank: Lead Computational Linguist Posted on: 10-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Employer: MITRE Corporation Department: Job Description MITRE, a 'Fortune 100 Best Company To Work For,' is seeking a Lead Computational Linguist to perform research, engineering, and integration in the field of computational linguistics. The position involves developing, integrating, and assisting sponsors with tools for computational linguistics, including but not limited to machine translation, information extraction, name-matching, document exploitation, and evaluation. The candidate must be able to range between research and development and day-to-day sponsor site activities. Bachelor’s or Masters’ preferred in computational linguistics, artificial intelligence, computer science, or mathematics with 5 or more years of computational linguistics experience. Experience with computational linguistics tools. Ability to develop tools, and integrate them into existing sponsor systems. Ability to evaluate computational linguistics tools. General software development skills. *Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, MITRE will consider only applicants with security clearances or applicants who are eligible for security clearances. Application Address: Prof. Douglas Noverr Department of Spanish and Portuguese Michigan State University East Lansing, MI 48824-1112 USA Contact Information: Gabriela Alfaraz alfarazg@msu.edu Contact Information: Maria Booth mbooth@mitre.org LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 59 Morgan State University Technical & Professional Writing: Manager, Morgan State U http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-513.html Rank: Manager Posted on: 13-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Technical & Professional Writing/Communication Language(s): Employer: Morgan State University Department: English & Language Arts Job Description The College of Liberal Arts at Morgan State University, Baltimore, Maryland, has an immediate opening for a full-time Administrative Coordinator for a federal grant, Project ABCDE, Accelerating Baltimore Children's Development through Education. Competitive salary. The position is a fill-in appointment until September 30, 2008 with renewal pending successful performance and the availability of funding. Duties: The administrative coordinator is responsible for the administrative workings of the grant, a position including but not limited to the following: promoting the project ('Project ABCDE'); scheduling workshops and meetings; generating and maintaining databases of evaluative measurements concerning student recruitment, retention and post-exit tools to be used to measure progress, and assisting with the design of objective and reliable evaluation instruments for Project ABCDE. The administrative coordinator will also troubleshoot admission/registration/billing problems. The coordinator will also be responsible for contacting all partners, and Advisory Board members; designing, managing and updating the project web site, locating and reserving classrooms and other facilities as needed, ordering resources for courses and workshops, cataloging and organizing acquisitions, organizing and maintaining relevant databases on the program, assisting with the preparation of quarterly reports, and ensuring that grades are submitted to the registrar's office on time, among other duties determined by the PI. Qualifications: A graduate degree in professional and technical writing, education, linguistics, or a related field is desired. However, candidates with a Bachelor's degree and commensurate experience will be considered. The applicant must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and be a dedicated and innovative team player. Use of Excel, Publisher, and/or other project management technologies is required. Experience writing reports and managing grants is a plus. Position involves some travel between grant sites in Baltimore and Prince George's County. Applicant must have own transportation and be authorized to work. The University: Morgan State University is an HBCU with the distinct designation as Maryland's public urban university. It is committed at the undergraduate level to the liberal arts, sciences, business, architecture, education and engineering. Undergraduates may pursue studies in 39 areas of concentration as well as in pre-professional fields of pharmacy, dentistry, medicine, medical technology and law. At the graduate level, the University offers 21 master's degree programs, including programs in the arts and sciences, business, education, built-environment studies (i.e., architecture, landscape architecture, city and regional planning), engineering, public health, social work and transportation. It also offers doctoral programs in bioenvironmental science, business administration, educational leadership, engineering, English, higher education, history, mathematics education, public health, science education and social work. Please submit a letter of application and resume listing the names and contact information of three references to: Dr. Anita Pandey, PI/Project Director. Application Address: Anita Pandey 1700 East Cold Spring Lane Holmes 202 Baltimore, MD 21251 USA Contact Information: Anita Pandey apandey@jewel.morgan.edu Phone: 443-885-1752 Fax: 443-885-8225 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 60 Nanyang Technological University Gen Ling: Assistant Professor, Nanyang Technological University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1928.html Rank: Assistant Professor Posted on: 18-Jun-2008 Deadline: 30-Sep-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Language(s): Employer: Nanyang Technological University Department: Job Description Singapore's science and technology university, the Nanyang Technological University, invites outstanding young researchers and exceptional scholars in their fields of science, engineering, social sciences, arts and humanities or business, to apply for appointments as Nanyang Assistant Professors. Up to 10 appointments will be made. Linguists are encouraged to apply for these positions. Successful candidates will receive start-up research grants of up to S$1 million and an attractive remuneration package with a competitive salary year and other benefits including assistance with accommodation. They will hold tenure track appointments and play lead roles in the university's new wave of multi-disciplinary, integrative research. They are expected to be within 10 years of gaining their PhD and ready for independent leadership of their own research groups. Outstanding applicants in science and engineering are also encouraged to apply for the prestigious Singapore National Research Foundation Fellowships in Science and Technology (see nrf.gov.sg, Closing Date 15 September 2008) indicating that the Fellowship will be held at the Nanyang Technological University. Singapore has in place an exciting, dynamic and well-funded research environment to nurture and attract top R&D talent and the Government has set aside S$13.5 billion over 5 years to develop international R&D. In tandem, Nanyang Technological University is also making unprecedented research investments, emphasizing cutting-edge research and revolutionary technological innovations across multiple disciplines. It has already attracted World-leading researchers to its ranks. This is a unique opportunity to join one of the LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 fastest-growing research universities and participate in the rapid rise of Asia, in an English-speaking environment at the interface between East and West. To apply, please send an email to the application address listed below. Application Address: Nanyang Professorship The Provost (NAP Application) Nanyang Technological University, Administration Building, Level 5, 50 Nanyang Avenue Singapore, 639798 Singapore Contact Information: Nanyang Professorship NanyangProfessorship@ntu.edu.sg NetBase Solutions, Inc. English & Machine Learning: Rank Open, NetBase Solutions, Inc. http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1064.html Rank: Rank Open Posted on: 01-Apr-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Machine Learning Language(s): English Employer: NetBase Solutions, Inc. Department: Development Job Description NetBase, a well-funded, fast growing company with an impressive roster of top-tier Fortune 500 companies, seeks to grow its team with a hands-on machine learning specialist. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing and dynamic team that is committed to delivering the very best to our customers. NetBase has great potential with an already sizable and enviable customer roster. NetBase's ground-breaking solution combines search and text analytics technologies to help business users answer complex questions faster, more accurately, and Page 61 with greater confidence by finding and extracting answers from the Internet and subscription content. The Machine Learning Specialist role involves clustering/classification, topic identification, named entity tagging, lexicon acquisition and pattern identification from large corpora. The ideal candidate will have a PhD degree in Computer Science or related field with experience in natural language processing, computational linguistics, or information retrieval/extraction. Strong programming skills are required. At least two years of experience working with real life NL systems is required. A strong research record is a plus. We look for people who are flexible (required in a startup), learn quickly, and love getting into the details. Applications from candidates who are eligible to work in US will be immediately processed. Other applications may be processed later. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Relocation is required. To apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter via email to the email address listed below with the subject of 'Machine Learning Specialist'. Job Description The Department of Linguistics at New York University seeks an assistant professor to fill a tenure-track position in Prosodic Phonology, beginning September 1, 2008, pending administrative and budgetary approval. Applicants should have a strong background in both theoretical linguistics and in the relevant laboratory techniques. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses. We seek candidates with expertise in prosodic phonology or intonation and in their interface with syntax, semantics, morphology and/or sociolinguistics. For information about the Linguistics department, please visit the website listed above. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and a sample of work to the application address listed below. Review of applications will begin on February 22, 2008, and continue until position is filled. New York University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Contact Information: Steve Winters, Vice President of Engineering swinters@netbase.com Application Address: Prosodic Search Committee Department of Linguistics New York University 726 Broadway, 7th Floor New York, US 10003 USA Contact Information: New York University English & Phonology: Asst Prof, New York University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-363.html Rank: Assistant Professor Posted on: 30-Jan-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Phonology Sociolinguistics, Syntax Language(s): Employer: New York University Department: Department of Linguistics . Northeastern University Phonology: Lecturer, Northeastern University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1392.html Rank: Lecturer Posted on: 23-Apr-2008 Deadline: 31-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Phonology Language(s): LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 62 Employer: Department: Job Description Northeastern University Linguistics Program Northwestern University English & Computational Linguistics: Post Doc, Northwestern U http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-664.html Rank: Post Doc Posted on: 27-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Information Retrieval, Machine Learning Language(s): English Employer: Northwestern University Department: Linguistics / Economics Job Description Postdoctoral Position in Computational Linguistics Language and Political Behavior Northwestern University The Linguistics Program at Northeastern University invites applications for a part-time Lecturer for Fall 2008 to teach one course in Phonology. A tenure track hire may be slated for the following year. The class meets Tuesday and Friday from 1:35-2:50 and cannot be changed. The stipend is $5300. Preference will be given to those with a PhD by August, 2008. Send letter, CV, list of references, and graduate transcripts, by May 31, to the address below. The university seeks excellence through diversity among its administrators, faculty, staff, and students. The university prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or marital status. Application by members of all underrepresented groups is encouraged. Application Address: Janet Randall 406 Holmes Hall - Northeastern University Linguistics Program Boston, MA 02115 USA Contact Information: Professor Janet Randall randall@neu.edu Phone: 617-373-3678 The Analytical Crisis and Reputation Management group at Northwestern University is seeking to fill at least one and possibly two postdoctoral research positions for the project 'Language and Political Behavior.' This project brings together researchers from the Departments of Linguistics and Managerial Economics and Decision Sciences as part of the Northwestern Institute in Complex Systems (NICO). Its goal is to analyze written and spoken text in business and politics in order to detect and trace issues and opinions, tonality of documents, and to explore the relationship between linguistic output and voting patterns, interest group positioning and survey data. The project also explores applications to political and reputational risk management. Candidates should hold a doctoral degree in Linguistics, Computer Science, or a related area. Requirements include: (i) a solid theoretical background and practical experience in quantitative methods in computational linguistics and/or information retrieval; (ii) excellent programming skills; and (iii) a strong motivation and proven ability to work and publish collaboratively. One position is available immediately; the second, pending availability of funding, will start in summer, LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 63 2008. The initial appointment will be for 12 months, with the possibility of extension by another 12 months, subject to performance and availability of funding. Financial compensation will be competitive and commensurate with the candidate's qualification. Applicants should arrange for two letters of reference to be sent directly to the address listed below. Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and applications from minority and women candidates are especially welcome. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States. Job Description Applications are invited for post-doctoral research fellows in the area of neurolinguistics to study normal and disordered sentence processing and production and to chart breakdown and recovery patterns in agrammatism. Studies involve functional neuroimaging, eyetracking and other psycholinguistic research methods. Funding for the positions is part of a large-scale NIH supported project. Strong background in language science, research experience, and PhD in cognitive science, communication sciences and disorders, linguistics, psychology, or related field required; experience with fMRI and/or eyetracking desirable. Post-doctoral positions are for either 2 or 3 years, with potential for advancing to Research Associate. For more information see Aphasia and Neurolinguistics Research Laboratory website: www.communication.northwestern.edu/csd/research/aphasia/. Applications accepted until July 15, 2008. Send CV, cover letter, and two letters of recommendation to Cynthia Thompson, via Mary Cosic at the application email listed below. Start date from August 2008 to January, 1, 2009. Application Address: Justin Heinze Kellogg School of Management 586 Donald P. Jacobs Center Evanston, IL 60208-2001 USA Contact Information: Stefan Kaufmann kaufmann@northwestern.edu Phone: (847) 491-5779 Fax: (847) 491-3770 Contact Information: Prof Cynthia Thompson ckthom@northwestern.edu Phone: 847-467-7591 Northwestern University Neurolinguistics: Post Doc, Northwestern University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1752.html Rank: Post Doc Posted on: 02-Jun-2008 Deadline: 15-Jul-2008 Ling Field(s): Neurolinguistics Language(s): Employer: Northwestern University Department: Communication Sciences and Disorders NYU Cognitive Neuroscience of Lang: Research Asst/Lab Manager, NYU http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-939.html Rank: Research Assistant/Lab Manager Posted on: 18-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Neurolinguistics Cognitive Neuroscience of Language Language(s): Employer: NYU Department: Psychology & Linguistics LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 64 Job Description 1. Lab Manager/Research Assistant Position A full-time Lab Manager position at the NYU Neurolinguistics Laboratory. BA/BS or MA/SM in cognitive science related discipline (psychology, linguistics, etc.) or computer science. Starting date is negotiable, but preferably July 2008. The lab manager will be involved in all stages of the execution and analysis of magnetoencephalography (MEG) experiments on language processing. Previous experience with MEG or some other cognitive neuroscience method is highly preferred. A background in statistics and some programming ability (especially Matlab) are essential. To apply, please email CV and names of references to Prof. Liina Pylkkanen (liina.pylkkanen@nyu.edu). Contact Information: email: liina.pylkkanen@nyu.edu Tel: (212) 992-8764 or (212) 998-8386 psych.nyu.edu/pylkkanen/lab/ 2. Research Assistant/Lab Manager Position Full-time research assistant for Cognitive Neuroscience of Language projects at the KIT/NYU MEG Lab. BA/BS in cognitive science related discipline (psychology, linguistics, etc.) or computer science. Starting date is negotiable, but preferably July 2008. RA would help analyze data from MEG and joint MEG/fMRI experiments and help design and program additional experiments. Job includes some responsibility for managing the KIT/NYU MEG lab at NYU's Psychology Department. For 2008-09, research will concentrate on lexical access and morphological decomposition in auditory word perception. To apply, please email CV and names of references to Prof. Alec Marantz (marantz@nyu.edu) Contact Information: email: marantz@nyu.edu Tel: (212) 998-3593 psych.nyu.edu/meglab/ Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply for both positions. Contact Information: Professor Alec Marantz marantz@nyu.edu Qatar University English Linguistics: Assistant/Associate/Professor, Qatar U http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-772.html Rank: Assistant/Associate/Professor in Linguistics Posted on: 09-Mar-2008 Deadline: 19-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics English Linguistics Language(s): English Employer: Qatar University Department: Foreign Languages Job Description Position: Assistant/Associate/Professor in Linguistics Department:Foreign Languages College: Arts and Sciences College/Department Profile Qatar Qatar is a major Gulf-area gas and oil producing country. It is currently an exciting place to be, as the country is witnessing unprecedented prosperity and activity in the business, construction, health, and education sectors. With developments including the arrival of many respected US universities as competition, the Education sector in particular has drawn applause as a rapidly progressing field, and Qatar University now has the privilege of setting the standard against such names as Cornell, Texas A&M, and Carnegie-Mellon, among LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 65 others. The University Qatar University (QU) is an established and dynamic institution dedicated to academic excellence, and a strong contributor to educational advancement. Recently, the University has re-evaluated and instituted significant development of its policies and procedures, curricula, facilities, use of technology, and faculty. QU is the largest and only state-supported university in Qatar. For more information, please visit our web page at: qu.edu.qa/main/index.html The College The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) is composed of nine departments, covering a wide range of specializations in the Arts and Sciences including English and Arabic Languages, History, Geography, Social Science, International Affairs, Mass Communication, Information Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry, Biological Science, Agricultural Science, Environmental Science, Biomedical Science and Human Nutrition. Position Summary The Department of Foreign Languages at Qatar University is seeking candidates for faculty a position at the rank of Assistant/Associate/Full professor for Fall 2008. An earned doctorate degree in English Linguistics is required. Position Category: Academic Employment Type: Full Time Position Term: Three Years Renewable Duties and responsibilities: 1. Teaching general and specialized courses (3 a semester); 2. Office hours (3 hrs per week); 3. Supervising graduation projects; 4. Student advising; 5. Committee service; 6. Development of courses and course materials. Competencies: 1. Native proficiency in spoken and written English; 2. Knowledge and practice of active learning methods; 3. Research strengths in area of specialization; 4. IT proficiency for personal and classroom use. Qualifications: 1. PhD in Linguistics; 2. Evidence of research productivity; 3. Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience; 4. Evidence of quality teaching. Required Documents: 1. Online Application; 2. Curriculum vitae and cover letter; 3. Names and email addresses of three references; 4. Academic transcript; 5. Writing sample (article or thesis chapter); 6. Samples of student evaluations; 7. Any additional documents deemed relevant to application. Benefits: 1. A three-year renewable contract; 2. Competitive salary; 3. Furnished accommodation in accordance with QU HR policies; LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 66 4. Annual round trip air tickets for faculty member and dependents; 5. Educational allowance for candidate's children (up to 3 children) in accordance with QU HR policies; 6. Annual leave in accordance with QU HR policies; 7. End-of-contract indemnity. languages, and it is in use by leading European companies. Q-go's headquarters is in Diemen (Amsterdam), The Netherlands. Furthermore, we operate from offices in Bonn, Munich, Zurich, Madrid and Barcelona. From these offices leading companies in banking, insurance, telecommunications and government are serviced. Our fast growing customer base requires an additional Computational Linguist. Computational Linguist: This position is located in our Amsterdam office. The Computational Linguist will be part of the Professional Services team. This team is responsible for the implementation, maintenance and management of all our current customer projects. Key Areas of Responsibility: Apply at the application address listed below. Contact Information: Recruitment Services, Qatar University Recruiting@qu.edu.qa Phone: +974 485 2044 Q-go Various Languages & Comp Ling: Computational Linguist, Q-go http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-39.html Rank: Computational Linguist Posted on: 06-Jan-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Dutch English French German, Standard Spanish Employer: Q-go Department: Job Description The organization Q-go Q-go (website above) is an international, fast growing, Dutch software company specialized in Customer Interaction Management applications based on Natural Language Processing technology. The applications enable people to formulate a question / search query in their own words. Q-go's technology ensures a relevant match, generally consisting of a model question and answer. The technology is currently available in eight European - Grammar improvements: building and adjusting grammar rules - Development of translation rules - Development and maintenance of dictionaries / thesauri - Improve keyword matching - Question and answer database analyses - Consultancy: advise on how model questions need to be phrased and on how to improve matching results - Problem resolution: investigate why some results are not presented, and what can be done to improve. - Participate in internal projects for further improvement of our core technology - Other responsibilities as assigned. Culture of Professional Services Department: - Energetic and fast paced work environment - Team and customer oriented - Initiative, professionalism and ambitions are highly valued! Qualification Requirements: LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 67 - Working permit for the Netherlands - (Near)-native French, English, Catalan and/or Castilian. In addition, every candidate should be able to express him/herself in Dutch or English. - Solid background in Computational Linguistics, Linguistics, or related field - Strong computer skills: experience with Unix/Linux and/or relational databases a plus, some programming experience a plus Interested? Please send your resume by email, Attn Leonoor van der Beek. telecommunications and government. Q-go’s headquarter is in Diemen, The Netherlands. Furthermore, we operate from offices in Bonn, Munich, Zurich, Madrid and Barcelona. We are expanding our suite of language with Italian. For this purpose, we are looking for an Italian speaking computational linguist. The position is located in our Diemen, Netherlands office. The Computational Linguist will be part of the Professional Services team. This team is responsible for the implementation, maintenance and management of our customer projects. Key Areas of Responsibility: -Development of a complete and high-quality set of linguistic resources for Italian: dictionaries, hierarchies, grammar rules & translation rules. -Problem resolution & improvement of Italian resources for customer projects -Consultancy Contact Information: Dr Leonoor van der Beek leonoor@q-go.com Q-go Italian & Computational Linguistics: Computational Linguist, Q-go http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-822.html Rank: Computational Linguist Posted on: 12-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Italian Employer: Q-go Department: Job Description The Q-go organization: Q-go (www.q-go.com) is an international, fast growing, Dutch software company specialized in Customer Interaction Management applications based on Natural Language Technology. The applications enable people to formulate a question / search query in their own words. Q-go’s technology ensures a relevant match, generally consisting of a model question and answer. We thus provide easy access to information, as well as insight in the needs of the user. Q-go’s technology is currently available in six European languages and is in use by leading European companies in banking, insurance, Question and answer database analyses Advise on how model questions need to be phrased Advise in general on how to improve matching results -Participate in internal projects for further improvement of our core technology -Other responsibilities as assigned. Qualification Requirements -Working permit for the Netherlands -Native Italian, fluent English, speaking Dutch is a plus -Solid background in Computational Linguistics, Linguistics, or related field -Proficiency with standard MS applications -Experience with Unix/Linux and/or relational databases a plus -2+ years working in customer/field service environment or equivalent experience. Benefits LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 68 -Work in an energetic and fast paced work environment, where initiative, professionalism and ambitions are highly valued -See your work on major websites within Europe and outside Europe. -Opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of an international, leading-edge software company. -A challenging job with plenty of opportunities for personal development. Netherlands. Furthermore, we operate from offices in Bonn, Munich, Zurich, Madrid and Barcelona. We are expanding our suite of language with Brazilian Portuguese. For this purpose, we are looking for a Brazilian Portuguese speaking computational linguist. The position is located in our Diemen, Netherlands office. The Computational Linguist will be part of the Professional Services team. This team is responsible for the implementation, maintenance and management of our customer projects. Key Areas of Responsibility: - Development of a complete and high-quality set of linguistic resources for Brazilian Portuguese: dictionaries, hierarchies, grammar rules & translation rules. - Problem resolution & improvement of Brazilian Portuguese resources for customer projects - Consultancy Contact Information: B. Bos bart.bos@q-go.com Q-go Portuguese & Computational Ling: Computational Linguist, Q-go http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-919.html Rank: Computational Linguist Posted on: 19-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Portuguese Employer: Q-go Department: Professional Services Job Description The organization Q-go Q-go is an international, fast growing, Dutch software company specialized in Customer Interaction Management applications based on Natural Language Technology. The applications enable people to formulate a question / search query in their own words. Q-go’s technology ensures a relevant match, generally consisting of a model question and answer. We thus provide easy access to information, as well as insight in the needs of the user. Q-go’s technology is currently available in six European languages and is in use by leading European companies in banking, insurance, telecommunications and government. Q-go’s headquarter is in Diemen, The LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Question and answer database analyses Advise on how model questions need to be phrased Advise in general on how to improve matching results - Participate in internal projects for further improvement of our core technology - Other responsibilities as assigned. Qualification Requirements - Working permit for the Netherlands - Native Brazilian Portuguese, fluent English, speaking Dutch is a plus - Solid background in Computational Linguistics, Linguistics, or related field - Proficiency with standard MS applications - Experience with Unix/Linux and/or relational databases a plus - 2+ years working in customer/field service environment or equivalent experience. Benefits Page 69 - Work in an energetic and fast paced work environment, where initiative, professionalism and ambitions are highly valued - See your work on major websites within Europe and outside Europe. - Opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of an international, leading-edge software company. - A challenging job with plenty of opportunities for personal development. If you are enthusiastic about this job profile, please do not hesitate to send your resume to the e-mail given below. Job Description The School of Languages, Linguistics and Film at Queen Mary, University of London, intends to appoint a Lecturer in Linguistics. This appointment is to be made in the context of the new BA programme in English Language and Linguistics. Minimum starting salary will be £35,554 per annum. The postholder will have expertise that will enable the School to consolidate and develop its profile in general linguistics and in English linguistics, and that will strengthen one of the main research groups in the Linguistics department (sociolinguistics, and syntax/semantics) or the links between the two. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the life of the School in a more general way, by undertaking appropriate administrative duties. We expect that you will be engaged in producing and publishing high-level research. Benefits for this full-time indefinite post include, 30 days annual leave, an interest free season ticket loan, childcare vouchers' scheme and a contributory, final salary pension scheme. For further particulars of the post and an application form, please visit the School website (listed above) or send an A4 SAE clearly marked with the reference number 08150/KK to the Recruitment Administrator, School of Languages, Linguistics and Film, Queen Mary, University of London, Mile End Road, London E1 4NS, United Kingdom. Alternatively, visit the Human Resources web site at: hr.qmul.ac.uk/vacancies Working Towards Equal Opportunities Contact Information: Bart Bos bart.bos@q-go.com Queen Mary, University of London English & Sociolinguistics: Lecturer, Queen Mary, U London http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1471.html Rank: Lecturer Posted on: 01-May-2008 Deadline: 16-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Sociolinguistics Language(s): English Employer: Queen Mary, University of London Department: School of Languages, Linguistics and Film Application Address: Recruitment Administrator School of Languages, Linguistics and Film Queen Mary, University of London London, E1 4NS United Kingdom Contact Information: Professor Jenny Cheshire j.l.cheshire@qmul.ac.uk LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 70 in a related field Radboud University Nijmegen Historical Linguistics: 2 PhD Researchers, Radboud U Nijmegen http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1310.html Rank: 2 PhD Researchers Posted on: 17-Apr-2008 Deadline: 26-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): Historical Linguistics Language(s): Employer: Radboud University Nijmegen Department: CLS/English Language and Culture Job Description 2 PhD positions Project 1: Syntactic innovation in early Modern English: the importance of the subject as unmarked theme (reference number 23.13.08) Project 2: Syntactic innovation in early Modern English: the position of focus (reference number 23.14.08) Deadline: 26-04-2008 Description: These two PhD positions are part of a research project funded by the Dutch organization for Scientific research (NWO), granted to PI’s Bettelou Los and Ans van Kemenade. The title of the project is Syntax and Information Structure: Discourse Options after the Loss of Verb-Second. It investigates the changes in informational status of the first constituent in the early Modern English period (ca. 1500-1700). Its hypothesis is that the loss of the verb-second rule in late Middle English compromised the options for the structuring of information in the clause, which led to the emergence of new syntactic constructions. The first PhD position will focus on the rise of new passive constructions (passive ECM, prepositional passives) while the second PhD position will investigate the rise of cleft sentences and new ways to express contrastive focus. The full project description can be found at ru.nl/engels/wie_wat_waar/medewerkers/persoonlijk/los/ Requirements: - An MA degree in English Language, in Linguistics or LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 - Preferably a specialization in historical linguistics, with affinity with and some experience in corpus-based quantitative research. The Organization: The Faculty of Letters of the Radboud University in Nijmegen, The Netherlands, has an international reputation for excellence in research and teaching and educates some 2800 students, offering a range of courses in the humanities. The PhD candidates will participate in the Research Institute CLS (see website above). Conditions of Employment: - The position is full-time - The salary will start at Euro 2,000 a month before taxes - The contract will initially be for 1.5 years, and will be extended with a further two years after review Please quote the reference number on your application Application Address: Dr. Peter Stunnenberg RU, Faculty of Arts, Personnel Department P.O.Box 9103 Nijmegen, 6500HD Netherlands Contact Information: Dr. Bettelou Los B.Los@let.ru.nl Phone: #31(0)243612842 Fax: #31(0)243611882 Page 71 Radboud University Nijmegen Semantics/Pragmatics: Post Doc, Radboud University Nijmegen http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-979.html Rank: Post Doc Posted on: 20-Mar-2008 Deadline: 01-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Semantics Optimality Theory/Game theory Language(s): Employer: Radboud University Nijmegen Department: Linguistics Job Description Postdoc Linguistics (1.0 fte) Local pronouns in a formal theory of language and communication Radboud University Nijmegen Department of Linguistics Vacancy number: 23.11.08 As a postdoc, you will develop an optimality theoretic/game theoretic model of the interpretation of local pronouns. This postdoc project is part of the Nijmegen based research programme ‘Between me and you: local pronouns in language’, funded by NWO. Considering your colleagues’ results in this programme, you will successively analyse and model the relation between the descriptive and interactive functions of language, between anaphoricity and deixis, and between person and modality. You will work closely together with your colleagues in the project team. You will report on your research through presentations and a series of articles. Requirements: You have a PhD in Linguistics or Philosophy and your dissertation is written on formal semantics/pragmatics. You are interested in theoretical linguistics, preferably Optimality Theory and/or game theory and the interface between syntax and semantics. Organisation: The Department of Linguistics educates approximately 2,800 students of history and arts, languages and cultures, linguistics, and business communication. Research at the Department of Linguistics has been united in a linguistics department and a historical, literary, and cultural department. Conditions of Employment: Appointment scope: 1.0 fte. Salary: Scale 11 (UFO Researcher 3), up to a maximum of € 4,284 gross monthly for a full-time appointment. Contract duration: 3 years. Starting date: September 1st, 2008. For additional information and complete project description, contact Prof. dr. Helen de Hoop. Apply: Send your application letter (mentioning vacancy number 23.11.08) and curriculum vitae to the application address listed below. Alternatively, you can apply through e-mail, also listed below. Application Address: Ms. A. Graat Radboud Universiteit, Faculteit der Letteren Afdeling PZ Nijmegen, 6500 HD Netherlands Contact Information: Helen de Hoop H.deHoop@let.ru.nl Phone: +31 24 3611217 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 72 Real Reason English & Cognitive Science: Research Associate, Real Reason http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1764.html Rank: Research Associate Posted on: 02-Jun-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Cognitive Science Semantics & Discourse Language(s): English Employer: Real Reason Department: Job Description Real Reason is a California nonprofit founded in 2006. Real Reason applies the tools of cognitive linguistics to help people think and act democratically, in service of the common good. We explore not just where people are right now, but where they are capable of going. Our work is designed to generate communication that activates innate capacities in the public that may be either underdeveloped or in a state of atrophy: flexibility in thinking, tolerance of ambiguity, understanding of interconnection, and a collaborative problem-solving orientation. Real Reason invites applications for a temporary or regular part-time research associate. or equivalent in cognitive linguistics. (exceptional candidates holding a 4-year linguistics degree should also apply), (2) demonstrated ability to conduct analysis using tools of the field, including metaphor analysis, force dynamic principles, frame semantics, and category structures, and (3) commitment to establishing and promoting a just and equitable democratic society. Candidates with more advanced training and experience are also encouraged to inquire, as additional positions may soon be available. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Solicit an application and send it with cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae and references. Real Reason seeks to broaden the cultural knowledge, skills and experiences with which we do our work: having an expanded set of cultural fluencies on our staff is essential. Real Reason actively seeks candidates of color and other underrepresented backgrounds. Application Address: Anat Shenker-Osorio , Alliance Director 55 Santa Clara Avenue, Suite 200 Oakland, CA 94610 USA Contact Information: Anat Shenker-Osorio, Alliance Director shenker-osorio@realreason.org Phone: 510-444-5377 Fax: 510-444-5343 Duties include: Contribute directly to cognitive linguistic research and analysis, by identifying and evaluating language data as directed; documenting and reporting on findings; while maintaining careful attention to goals, methods and timelines. Support the evolution and documentation of in-house methodologies. Support the presentation of Real Reason’s work to current and potential clients, funders, board members, and the public, by communicating findings orally and in writing clearly, accurately, and effectively. Attend meetings as necessary with experts, partners, clients, and funders, and assist in presenting research findings (opportunities for both regional and national travel). Compensation is $16-$20/hr, DOE. Qualifications include: (1) Advanced graduate training LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 73 Rhode Island Language, Speech and Hearing: Asst Prof, Rhode Island College http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1143.html Rank: Assistant Professor Posted on: 03-Apr-2008 Deadline: 18-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Language, Speech and Hearing Language(s): Employer: Rhode Island Department: Communications Job Description Language Speech and Hearing Fall 2008 The Department of Communications at Rhode Island College invites applications for a full-time, one-year temporary position at the rank Assistant Professor. The individual will teach introductory and upper-level courses in Language, Speech, and Hearing. These courses could include: Introduction to Language, Phonetics, Research Methods, Speech and Language Development, Speech and Hearing Science, Communication Disorders, Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing, Introduction to Audiology, and Clinical Observation. This position provides an excellent opportunity to teach a variety of courses in a small-class environment and prepare students for graduate school in a pre-professional program. Requirements include: Master’s in Linguistics, Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology, or related discipline; teaching experience. Preferred: PhD in Linguistics, Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology, or related discipline; college-teaching experience. Important: For detailed information on the position and salary range, see our web site at ric.edu/hr Established in 1854, Rhode Island College is a comprehensive mid-size institution of approximately 9,000 students. The 180-acre campus is located in beautiful, historic Providence, Rhode Island’s capital, with excellent proximity to the academic and cultural resources of Boston and New York City and to the Atlantic coastline. Applications must be received in the Office of Human Resources by April 18, 2008. If no successful candidate is identified for the position, applications will continue to be accepted. Mail or fax (email not accepted) cover letter, curriculum vitae, official transcript; and three current letters of reference to: Office of Human Resources Attn: Search Code: SLH08* Rhode Island College 600 Mt. Pleasant Ave. Providence, RI 02908. *Note: When applying, each cover letter must include the search code for the position. If you are applying for more than one position, separate materials MUST be submitted for each search. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity institution which values and is committed to expanding the diversity of its faculty and staff, the College invites members of protected classes, including minorities and persons with disabilities, to identify themselves as such at the time of application. Contact Information: No emails, please. jobs@linguistlist.org LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 74 Application Address: Rice University Historical Linguistics & Field Linguistics: Lecturer, Rice U http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-993.html Rank: Lecturer Posted on: 24-Mar-2008 Deadline: 15-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): Historical Linguistics Language Documentation Field Linguistics Language(s): Employer: Rice University Department: Linguistics Job Description Pending funding approval, the Department of Linguistics at Rice University is now accepting applications for a one-year lecturer position. Responsibilities of the position include teaching historical linguistics, a two-semester field methods sequence, and a fourth course to be determined by mutual agreement. PhD required by time of appointment, July 1, 2008. We especially welcome applications from researchers who share the department's interest in approaching language from a usage-based perspective with solid empirical grounding in primary data, especially approaches of a cognitive, social-interactional, and/or functional nature. Experience in fieldwork and language documentation/revitalization is also desirable. See also our departmental website listed above. Application materials include: cover letter, CV, teaching statement, sample of written work, and three letters of reference. Past teaching evaluations and/or information about course topics the applicant could teach are also welcome but not required at this time. Rice University is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity in education and employment. Rice does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or veteran status. Rice University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Department Coordinator , Lecturer Position Dept. of Linguistics, MS-23 Rice University Houston, US 77005 USA Contact Information: Rita Riley, Dept. Coordinator ling@rice.edu Phone: 713-348-6010 Fax: 713-348-4718 RiverGlass English & Natural Lang Processing: Text Developer, RiverGlass http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-778.html Rank: Senior Text Developer Posted on: 07-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Text/Corpus Linguistics Natural Language Processing, Text Mining Language(s): English Employer: RiverGlass Department: Job Description Senior Text Analytics Developer RiverGlass, Inc. is seeking extremely talented and energetic innovators to help us perfect and advance our text analytics. We are creating some highly innovative applications that leverage sophisticate text and data analytics, and information visualizations to help customers in a variety of markets, ranging from homeland security and law enforcement to financial services. Education and Training: Ph.D. or M.S. degree in Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, Statistics, Engineering or equivalent. Job Description: LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 75 The primary goal of this position is the development and implementation of the RiverGlass commercial software applications. This includes identifying and modifying existing algorithms, code implementation, testing, and maintenance. Development will be done in the Java programming language and will integrate with the D2K analytics development environment unless specified otherwise. The employee will collaborate with the entire development team. The candidate will work within the Analytics Group in planning and executing the creation and delivery of text analytic features for the RiverGlass products. This position in the RiverGlass analytics group entails individual technical and programming contributions as well as providing leadership on technical issues. Strong candidates will have extensive experience developing object oriented high performance applications. The position will report to the Vice President of Engineering and can be located in either our Champaign IL offices or our offices in West Chicago, IL. An attractive compensation plan including cash, stock and bonus is available to the right candidate. Skills & Experience: - A strong background in Computational Linguistics or Natural Language Processing. - Proven ability to deliver text mining or information retrieval solutions for real world applications - Demonstrates and applies thorough understanding of software development methodology and protocols. - Excellent programming skills in Java - Expert-level understanding of machine learning and statistical techniques as applied to text analytics, e.g., information extraction, summarization, classification, clustering, tone/sentiment analysis, relevance ranking - Experience in the creation and exploitation of domain and task ontologies in text analytics are a plus - Strong communication skills A background check will be required; holding an active security clearance is a plus. RiverGlass, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Company Background: RiverGlass was formed in December of 2003 as a spin out from the University of Illinois’ National Center for Super Computing (NCSA). The heart of the technology was developed by some of the founders of Mosaic to help create a rapid application tool kit solve significant data analytics challenges for some of their Fortune 500 partners, over an 8 year period and through over $20 million dollars of investments from these companies. The product expanded into technology to help serve the needs of the text mining market, images and data streaming market. Contact Information: Doug Marquis careers@riverglassinc.com Phone: 630-578-4271 Fax: 630-578-4260 Rosetta Stone Ltd. Applied Linguistics: Writer & Editor, Rosetta Stone Ltd. http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1619.html Rank: Writer & Editor Posted on: 19-May-2008 Deadline: 01-Jul-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Language(s): Employer: Rosetta Stone Ltd. Department: Job Description Writer We are currently seeking a content writer for our language education software. The ideal candidate will be a strong writer and a creative problem-solver. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, experience in language education or linguistics, and enthusiasm for emergent technologies. This position involves designing and writing content in a collaborative environment. Content writers work closely with the editing, photography, software development, and product LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 76 management departments to refine our unique pedagogy. Content writers regularly consult with language experts from around the world to develop language-appropriate material. Minimum Job Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree - Superior English writing skills - Excellent analytical skills - Close attention to detail - Familiarity with multiple languages and/or background in linguistics - Interest in evolving technologies - Thrives in dynamic team environment - Passion for collaborative creative problem-solving - Please include resume, cover letter, and two writing samples Also Desirable: - Language-teaching experience - Advanced degrees - Familiar with product development design processes - Experience writing for a range of audiences - Experience in photography, film, or other visual arts - Familiar with curriculum design - Experience in intercultural communication and problem-solving Editor Multi-genre editor for ground-breaking multimedia software. The ideal candidate will possess experience that combines editing, writing, second-language acquisition, and teaching experience. Duties and Responsibilities: - Edit scripts in English or another language known to the candidate. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 - Work proficiently in QuickBase, the Wiki, and other internally created information storage spaces. - Come up with new ideas relating to script pedagogy and department processes. - Generate status reports in Word or Excel for use by team members and others outside the department. - Contribute in a fast-paced environment and interface with a number of diverse teams – from writers and photographers to software developers. - Be a strong team player who is comfortable solving problems and advocating solutions. Preferred Skills and/or Education: - Editing or proofreading experience. - Speak multiple languages. * Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent. * Strong Spanish speakers are highly encouraged to apply Requirements: - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to work well under tight deadlines while balancing numerous projects and in a fast-paced environment. - Prior editing or proofreading experience. - Attentive to detail. - Experience learning to use new forms of software. - Excellent English writing skills and a lively sense of creativity. - A diligent self-starter who can work well both individually and with a team. - Interested in emerging pedagogical trends and ideas. - College graduate holding a bachelors degree in English or another language, Journalism, or related field. - Experience in teaching and/or language curricula Page 77 desirable. Rosetta Stone Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. Contact Information: Cole lcole@rosettastone.com Ruhr-Universitaet Bochum is committed to equal opportunity in employment and gender equality in its working environment. To increase gender distribution in all job categories and at all levels, we strongly encourage applications from qualified women. Female applicants will be given preferential consideration when their level of qualification, competence and professional achievements equals that of male candidates, unless arguments based on the personal background of a male co-applicant prevail. Applications from appropriately qualified handicapped persons are also encouraged. Application Address: Prof. Dr. Luuk Houwen Department of English, GB 6/133 Ruhr-Universitaet Bochum 44780 Bochum, 44780 Germany Ruhr-Universitaet Bochum English for Specific Purposes: Lecturer, Ruhr-Universitaet Bochum http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1569.html Rank: Lecturer Posted on: 15-May-2008 Deadline: 13-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics English for Specific Purposes Language(s): English Employer: Ruhr-Universitaet Bochum Department: English Department Job Description Ruhr-Universitaet Bochum is seeking to fill a vacancy for the position of a Lecturer (Lektor) at the Department of English (TV-L E13: approx. €22,000-24,000 per annum, after taxes, depending on the amount of teaching experience) as of 1 October 2008. The contract will initially be for two years. Depending on performance a tenured position is possible. The position involves 16 hours per week of teaching - mainly English for Specific Purposes and English as a Foreign Language at BA level. Candidates are expected to have a proven teaching record in the field. Evidence of research and publications as well as work experience in the area will be an added advantage. Applications, including a CV, a list of publications, and a list of courses taught, should be sent to Prof. Dr. Luuk Houwen. Contact Information: Dr Claus-Ulrich Viol claus-ulrich.viol@rub.de Phone: 49 234 32 22589 Saarland University / Germany English & TESOL/ TEFL: Instructor, Saarland University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1354.html Rank: Instructor Posted on: 22-Apr-2008 Deadline: 15-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics TESOL / TEFL Language(s): English Employer: Saarland University / Germany Department: English Department Job Description Fachrichtung 4.3 Anglistik, Amerikanistik und Anglophone Kulturen seeks to fill the position described below: Searching for : Instructor LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 78 Place of employment: Saarbrücken Employment as of: As soon as possible Type of position: Full-time position Length of contract: 2 years Duties: Duties including teaching responsibilities are according to the employee regulations for scholarly employees and instructors for special duties and/or the regulations for teaching responsibilities (in the applicable version): - Courses in the area of North American Culture Studies - Courses in the area of English practical language instruction, especially at the advanced level - Other teaching obligations as needed Other duties: - Involvement in examining - Participation in the academic self-governance of the department - Participation in student advising Qualifications: Required Qualifications are - Appropriate college education - High English Language competence (native-like fluency) Preference will be given to applicants with special scholarly qualifications (e.g. doctoral degree, experience in TESOL/TEFL) Das Beschäftigungsverhältnis wird sich nach dem TV-L richten. Vollzeitstellen sind grundsätzlich teilbar (7 Abs. 1 TzBfG). LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Das Arbeitsverhältnis wird nach 14 Abs. 2 TzBfG befristet. The Saarland University is an equal opportunities employer. In accordance with its policy of increasing the proportion of women in this type of employment, the University actively encourages applications from women. Persons with disabilities will be given priority in case of equal qualification. Saarland University is situated on wooded slopes at the edge of Saarbruecken, Germany, just a short drive from the border to France. The high-speed train connection to Paris takes less than two hours, to Frankfurt just over an hour and a half. Saarland University has about 15,000 students and over 1000 faculty members. The English Department consists of four professors responsible for Linguistics, British, American and other Anglophone Literatures, and twenty full and part-time instructors, along with research and teaching assistants, clerical and library staff. Written applications are requested by 15 June 2008 with the code number 74F. Please send only copies, as the applications cannot be sent back for financial reasons. Please refrain from using binders etc. Application Address: Professor Neal R. Norrick Universitaet des Saarlandes FR 4.3 Anglistik, Amerikanistik und Anglophone Kulturen Saarbruecken, Saarland 66041 Germany Contact Information: Professor Neal R. Norrick n.norrick@mx.uni-saarland.de Page 79 Application Address: School of Oriental and African Studies Syntax/Semantics: Teaching Fellow, SOAS http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-728.html Rank: Teaching Fellow Posted on: 04-Mar-2008 Deadline: 25-Mar-2008 Ling Field(s): Semantics Syntax Language(s): Employer: School of Oriental and African Studies Department: Linguistics Job Description Applications are invited for a nine-month Teaching Fellowship in the Department of Linguistics at SOAS, with a focus on syntax and semantics. The Fellow will teach classes in syntax, semantics, and general linguistics, contributing to our various degree programmes in Linguistics, Language Documentation and Description, Translation, and Applied Linguistics. Teaching experience in a Higher Education environment and good interpersonal skills are essential. We will especially value applications from candidates with demonstrated strengths in Chinese or Japanese linguistics. For further information please contact Prof Peter Sells. The post commences in September 2008. Annual leave is 30 days per annum plus statutory and bank holidays. USS pension scheme is available. Salary range is £24,839 - £32,147 pro rata per annum Inclusive of London Allowance. An application form and further particulars can be downloaded from soas.ac.uk/jobs. Alternatively, write to the Human Resources Department (application address listed below), fax no: 020 7074 5129 or e-mail humanresources@soas.ac.uk stating your name, address and the vacancy reference number. CV's will only be accepted when accompanied by an application form. Vacancy No: 100363 Alka Bhanderi Human Resources Department, SOAS 10 Thornhaugh St., Russell Square London, WC1H 0XG United Kingdom Contact Information: Peter Sells sells@soas.ac.uk Phone: +44 20 7898 4652 Fax: +44 20 7898 4399 SDL International Various Lang & Various Subdisciplines: Support Engineer, SDL Intl http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1303.html Rank: Support Engineer Posted on: 17-Apr-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Computational Linguistics General Linguistics Translation Language(s): Dutch English French Employer: SDL International Department: Support and Maintenance Job Description Two Support Engineers Description: For our Support team in Leuven, Belgium, we are looking for two highly analytical and articulate individuals to work in a busy team providing high-quality technical support to our customers. The successful candidates will thrive in a challenging environment where they will be constantly gaining knowledge of SDL Trados desktop and server based applications Key Responsibilities: LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 80 - Provide real time responses to our customer support inquiries. - Interact with our customers via electronic channels and telephone. - Diagnose problem causes and provide solutions. - Ensure continuous monitoring of customer issues until they are resolved. - Contribute FAQs and articles to the knowledge base. - Work closely with development to diagnose bugs and provide patches to customers. - Occasional beta testing of new product releases. - Occasional delivery of training to our customers. Skills & Experience: - Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and French/Dutch. Good command of another language (Italian/Spanish) is an asset. - Excellent problem solving skills. - Self-motivated and resourceful. - Empathy and enthusiasm essential to dealing with difficult customer issues. - Ability to quickly adapt to new methodologies and technologies, and work in a high-pressure environment. - Preference for working in a cooperative team environment. - Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn new technology quickly. - Good knowledge of common applications and file formats (DOC, RTF, PPT, XLS, HTML, XML and other DTP formats such as FrameMaker and InDesign). - Experience in one or more of the following: MS SQL Database Server; Internet Information Services/Apache Tomcat; Windows operating systems (2000, XP, Vista and their respective server versions);.NET; Java. - Experience with computer-aided translation software, ideally with SDL Trados tools, would be a distinct advantage. Is your background in one of the following areas: - Experience working in technical support, customer service or call center - Degree in computational linguistics, computer science or translation/linguistics with a focus on computer-assisted/machine translation and/or terminology management - Experience in the localization industry - Initial experience with Windows networks and their administration Are you interested in… - Working in an international environment? - Keeping abreast of new technologies? - A dynamic career path with exciting prospects? - A casual, yet focused work environment? - Excellent compensation? - New challenges and interesting projects? Then send your CV and a motivation to the e-mail provided below. Application Address: Judith de Jong Philipssite 5 bus 9 Leuven, Vlaams Brabant 3001 Belgium Contact Information: Judith de Jong jjong@sdl.com Phone: +32 (0)16 30 82 52 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 81 SDL Technologies Various Langs & Various Subdisciplines: Support Engineer, SDL ... http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1438.html Rank: Support Engineer Posted on: 28-Apr-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Computational Linguistics Translation CAT Tools Language(s): Danish English Finnish Swedish Employer: SDL Technologies Department: Support Job Description Customer Support Engineer This position is based in Copenhagen, Denmark. The specialist works on the front line supporting our fast-growing customer base in the use of SDL and TRADOS products. Start date: ASAP What does the position involve? You must be a highly analytical and articulate individual who will work in a busy team providing high-quality technical support to our customers. The successful candidate will thrive in a challenging environment where they will be constantly gaining knowledge of SDL's desktop and server based applications. Key Responsibilities: - Provide real time responses to our customer support inquiries. - Interact with our customers via electronic channels and telephone. - Diagnose problem causes and provide solutions. - Ensure continuous monitoring of customer issues until they are resolved. - Contribute FAQs and articles to the knowledge base. - Work closely with development to diagnose bugs and provide patches to customers. - Occasional beta testing of new product releases. - Occasional delivery of training to our customers. Skills & Experience: - Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Finnish or Swedish essential, Danish an advantage. - Excellent problem solving skills. - Self-motivated and resourceful. - Empathy and enthusiasm essential to dealing with difficult customer issues. - Ability to quickly adapt to new methodologies and technologies, and work in a high-pressure environment. - Preference for working in a cooperative team environment. - Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn new technology quickly. - Good knowledge of common applications and file formats (DOC, RTF, PPT, XLS, HTML, XML and other DTP formats such as FrameMaker and InDesign). - Experience in one or more of the following: MS SQL Database Server; Internet Information Services/Apache Tomcat; Windows operating systems (2000, XP, Vista and their respective server versions); .NET; Java. - Experience with computer-aided translation software, ideally with SDL Trados tools, would be a distinct advantage. Is your background in one of the following areas? - Experience working in technical support, customer service or call center - Degree in computational linguistics, computer science LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 82 or translation/linguistics with a focus on computer-assisted/machine translation and/or terminology management - Experience in the localization industry - Initial experience with Windows networks and their administration Are you interested in… - Working in an international environment? - Keeping abreast of new technologies? - A dynamic career path with exciting prospects? - A casual, yet focused work environment? - Excellent compensation? - New challenges and interesting projects? concepts. Primary Duties/Responsibilities: - Serve as a primary contact for customer projects. - Keep detailed records and reports. - Take responsibility for resolving project issues as they arise. Schedule and/or attend conference calls with international partners. - Work with with US and international partners to deliver project deliverables on schedule. - Work with Sensory engineers to deliver internal project deliverables on schedule. - Create and/or review product flowcharts. - Develop and test SI recognition sets/speech synthesis for customer projects. - Recruit participants for QA testing of customer and internal products. - Recruit and record participants for data collection projects/and or customer projects. - Test and review customer products throughout lifecycle. Contact Information: Paul Filkin pfilkin@sdl.com Sensory, Inc. General Linguistics: Linguist/Project Manager, Sensory, Inc. http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1455.html Rank: Linguist/Project Manager Posted on: 30-Apr-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Language(s): Employer: Sensory, Inc. Department: Linguistics/Project Mgmt Job Description Qualifications: Seeking Linguist with project management skills. Must be business oriented, able to juggle multiple projects and priorities, and be very organized. Must be a fast learner with keen interest in phonetics, phonology and technical - Assist with QA testing of Sensory’s QT2SI (Quick Text-to-Speaker-Independent) recognition tool / provide feedback and bug reports to Engineering. - Perform phonetic/phonological analysis for ASR & TTS engines such as identifying language specific phonological rules and inventories. - Research and acquire resources needed to develop ASR & TTS engines. (Identify existing databases for ASR training use and negotiate terms and agreements with source.) - Research and prepare lexicons for new planned languages (includes writing phonology rules for adults and children, mapping SAMPA/DARPAbet/IPA transcriptions to WorldBet, correcting and converting phonemic transcriptions to phonetic realizations, etc.) LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 83 Requirements and Preferences: - 1-5 years total job experience with demonstrated interest in linguistics, and project/product management - Fluency in at least one foreign language. - Excellent understanding of phonological and phonetic concepts. Computer literate (windows, DOS) and experience with Microsoft applications. - Audio editing experience a plus – (using tools such as Adobe Audition, Peak, Sound Forge, etc.). - B.A./B.S. in Linguist required; M.A in Linguistics preferred Job Description Applications are invited for a full-time faculty position in the Department of Korean Language and Literature at Seoul National University. This position is for Korean Linguistics and reserved for non-Korean nationals who can lecture in English. The appointment is scheduled to begin in March of 2009. Benefits A. Twelve-month based salary B. Intra-university research grants C. One-semester paid research leave every seven semesters D. Support by motivated student assistants E. Health insurance (includes dental coverage) F. Work-related accident insurance G. Unemployment insurance H. Government-employee pension I. Initial moving expense support J. Optional campus housing at a cost substantially below market rate Informal enquiries are welcome and should be directed to Youngchul Jun. Further details can be found at professor.snu.ac.kr/eng/e_Newmain.jsp or humanitas.snu.ac.kr/eng/ Application Address: HR Department 575 N. Pastoria Ave. Sunnyvale, US 94062 USA Contact Information: HR jobs@sensoryinc.com Fax: 408-331-0999 Seoul National University Korean Linguistics: Professor, Seoul National University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1915.html Rank: Professor Posted on: 17-Jun-2008 Deadline: 11-Jul-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Korean Linguistics Language(s): Korean Employer: Seoul National University Department: Korean Language and Literature Application Address: Office of Academic Affairs College of Humanities Seoul National University Seoul, 151-746 Korea, South Contact Information: Youngchul Jun ycjun@snu.ac.kr Phone: 82-2-880-9075 Fax: 82-2-878-1246 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 84 Sharp Laboratories of Europe Comp Ling: Research Scientist, Sharp Laboratories of Europe http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1199.html Rank: Research Scientist Posted on: 09-Apr-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Employer: Sharp Laboratories of Europe Department: Job Description Sharp Laboratories of Europe is looking for a bright and enthusiastic researcher to join a growing team developing future systems using language technology. We are researching and developing novel technologies to enhance Sharp devices and create future business opportunities for Sharp. We are working in areas such as example based machine translation and language e-learning on mobile devices. Main Responsibilities: - Performing innovative applied research in computational linguistics - Building working software prototypes Requirements: - You have a passion for technology - An MSc or PhD in computer science, mathematics, or a related field - Experience of natural language processing and/or information retrieval - Good software programming skills - Experience or interest in any of the following areas is also beneficial: Chinese and/or Japanese linguistics User interfaces and human-computer interaction Computer-assisted language learning (CALL) - Experience of working in an R&D environment is beneficial - Good people skills on top of your technical skills Sharp Corporation is internationally recognized for its innovation in consumer products such as e-dictionaries, mobile phones, and Aquos LCD TVs. Sharp Laboratories is a subsidiary of Sharp Corporation and one of the leading European research centers in consumer electronics. We have over 15 years of experience in language and information technology. We offer state of the art facilities, a competitive salary, staff pension plan, and excellent career development opportunities. How to apply: Applicants should send a covering letter and CV quoting ref: RES-ITS/0048. Contact Information: Sorcha Bangham jobs@sharp.co.uk SISSA Lang &/or Higher Cognitive Function: Group Leader/Faculty, SISSA http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-981.html Rank: Group Leader & Faculty Posted on: 23-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Cognitive Science Language &/or Higher Cognitive Function Language(s): Employer: SISSA Department: Cognitive Neuroscience Sector Job Description The Cognitive Neuroscience Sector at SISSA seeks to recruit independent group leaders. The 3-year Plan approved by SISSA last Fall includes strengthening cognitive neuroscience research and identifies as priorities: LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 85 - Behavioural Neuroscience, investigated through electrophysiology in awake animals - Cognitive Development and/or Learning - Functional Imaging, in connection with the new fMRI-sharing agreement in Udine - Language and/or Higher Cognitive Function The Sector aims to identify up to 3 suitable candidates already this Spring, although the appointments and so the establishment of new research groups may be scattered over the period 2008-10. The Sector is particularly interested in reaching candidates with no previous history of collaboration with SISSA. If selected, they will be offered positions at a level commensurate with their qualifications, in the expectation that within 5 years they will succeed in obtaining tenure as Associate or Full Professors. Candidates with whose work SISSA is familiar may be offered ad hoc arrangements if selected, but they will first be assessed together with the others. SISSA is one of the three purely postgraduate and postdoctoral institutions within the Italian university system. It operates in English and the Sector is keen to enhance its international character and its intellectual diversity. The Sector currently has 23 PhD students supported on SISSA fellowships, almost half of whom are not Italians. Postdocs, however, are normally supported by individual research funding. Faculty members are required to teach limited PhD mini-courses, and to individually supervise the research of students in their groups. Current faculty members are Mathew Diamond, Jacques Mehler, Raffaella Rumiati, Tim Shallice and Alessandro Treves, with visiting professors Evan Balaban, Luca Bonatti and Marina Nespor. Further information about the Sector can be found on the webpage listed above. Those interested should write to Alessandro Treves, attaching their curriculum vitae. Receipt of CVs will be acknowledged weekly. SkyGrid Computational Linguistics: Linguistic Content Analyst, SkyGrid http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1465.html Rank: Linguistic Content Analyst Posted on: 30-Apr-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): English Employer: SkyGrid Department: Job Description SkyGrid has an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Linguistic Content Analyst to join our unique engineering and scientific team and help create the next-generation of our SkyGrid Terminal Internet application. SkyGrid Terminal provides real-time semantic analysis and delivery of internet news. You will contribute alongside experts in fields such as natural language processing, scalable Internet infrastructure, and semantic analysis to advance the capabilities of our core technologies and stabilize our current algorithms. Responsibilities: - Analyze Internet news content for linguistic patterns. - Provide linguistic expertise to refine SkyGrid classification content models. - Continuously and proactively strive to improve classification quality. - Administer, manage, and maintain linguistic databases. - Work closely with other team members to improve SkyGrid. - Organize and communicate your findings clearly, succinctly, and frequently. - Thrive in a fast-paced environment. Qualifications: LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Contact Information: Alessandro Treves ale@sissa.it Phone: +39-040-3787623 Fax: +39-040-3787615 Page 86 - Degree in linguistics or equivalent working experience. - Ability to apply linguistic expertise to build classification models for internet content. - Computational background: experience with scripting and/or programming. - Experience with database maintenance and manipulation. - A passion to work on a leading edge internet application. - Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. - Strong problem-solving and communication skills – a Team Player. - Facility with Microsoft Excel and Word. - Familiarity with Linux and programming a plus. - Experience with software development a plus. - Experience in news analysis or computational applications a plus. Competitive salary with bonus plan, stock options, 401(k) plan, and medical, dental, and vision insurance. If you’re smart, energetic, and driven to succeed we want you on our team! Please send your resume to the application email listed below. About SkyGrid: SkyGrid was founded March 2005 to provide a comprehensive, fast, and easy-to-use information platform. Today, SkyGrid is a rapid growth start-up serving some of the fastest acting companies in the world and is a key part of mission critical decisions. Current customers include leading financial institutions with asset bases from $20 billion to almost $1 trillion. SkyGrid has received funding from sophisticated and experienced investors including RRE and DFJ, as well as from many highly regarded private individuals from the financial industry. SkyGrid’s headquarters are located in Sunnyvale, CA. Contact Information: Walter Johnson jobs@skygrid.com SkyGrid, Inc. Modified: Eng & Text/Corpus Linguistics: Linguist, SkyGrid, Inc http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-257.html Rank: Linguist Posted on: 18-Jan-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Text/Corpus Linguistics Natural Language Processing Language(s): English Employer: SkyGrid, Inc. Department: Job Description SkyGrid has an exciting and challenging opportunity for linguists to join our unique engineering and scientific team and help create the next-generation of our StormWatch Internet application. StormWatch provides real-time semantic analysis and delivery of internet news. You will contribute alongside experts in fields such as natural language processing, scalable Internet infrastructure, and semantic analysis to advance the capabilities of our core technologies. Responsibilities - Analyze Internet news content for linguistic patterns. - Take ownership of StormWatch classification models for Internet content. - Continuously and proactively strive to improve classification quality. - Work closely with other team members to improve StormWatch. - Organize and communicate your findings clearly, succinctly, and frequently. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 87 - Work in a fast-paced environment. Qualifications - Degree in linguistics or equivalent working experience. - A passion to work on a leading edge internet application. - Ability to apply linguistic expertise to build classification models for internet content. - Experience in news analysis or computational linguistics a plus. - Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. - A team player with strong problem-solving and communication skills. - Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word. - Familiarity with Linux and programming a plus. - Experience with software development a plus. Competitive salary with bonus plan, strong stock options, and full benefits. If you’re smart, energetic, and driven to succeed we want you on our team! Please send your resume to: jobs@skygrid.com. About SkyGrid: SkyGrid's vision is to provide a powerful internet platform that brings all your news into one screen. The growing success of our StormWatch platform is a result of leading-edge technology, easy-to-use products and a unique devotion to great customer service. Current customers include leading financial institutions. SkyGrid has received funding from a group of sophisticated and highly experienced investors. SkyGrid’s headquarters are located in Sunnyvale, CA. SOAS, University of London Japanese & Applied Linguistics: Senior Lector, SOAS http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1725.html Rank: Senior Lector Posted on: 30-May-2008 Deadline: 20-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Language(s): Japanese Employer: SOAS, University of London Department: Japan and Korea Job Description Senior Lector in Japanese (Term time only position; full time during term time) Department of the Languages and Cultures of Japan and Korea £25,585 - £33,112 pro rata per annum inclusive of London Allowance Vacancy No: 100391 Applications are invited for a Senior Lectorship in Japanese. This will be 0.8 of a full time post, with the duties performed during term time from mid September to the end of June. The successful candidate will be expected to provide training in Japanese language to degree students, and at different levels. The candidate will also serve as course convenor, design and deliver course plans and materials and assist junior teaching fellows, engage in subject, professional and pedagogy research in support of teaching, collaborate with other teachers and participate and contribute to departmental activities. Candidates will be expected to possess native-like competence in Japanese, be able to teach standard Japanese language in all the appropriate registers, and produce suitable course materials covering all four language skills. They will possess well developed written communication skills in Japanese and English, and have the ability to work to deadlines, both independently and as a member of a team. The individual will also have a teaching qualification, University level experience of teaching Japanese as a foreign language, and IT competence. The position will commence 15 September 2008. Contact Information: Walter Johnson jobs@skygrid.com LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 88 An application form and further particulars can be downloaded from the application website listed below. Alternatively, write to the Human Resources Department, fax no: 020 7074 5129 or e-mail their office, stating your name, address and the vacancy reference number. CVs will only be accepted when accompanied by an application form. No agencies. Interviews will be held on 22 July 2008. SOAS values diversity and aims to be an equal opportunities employer. We are now looking for a very experienced Computational Linguist to lead our efforts in the natural language processing area. This is a hugely challenging, but also a very rewarding role; the opportunities for applying linguistic techniques are virtually limitless and even small improvements in the algorithms for detecting and correcting potential conversion errors translate into serious cost savings for the company. If you ever wished your work would make a real difference, this is the place to be. This position reports to the Head of Automation. About You: We are looking for a self-motivated and highly experienced Computational Linguist, who enjoys working in the dynamic and flexible environment of a successful and rapidly growing start-up. Requirements: - Grammars and parsing for spontaneous speech. - Statistical and corpus-based methods. Application Address: Human Resources Department SOAS, University of London Thornhaugh Street, Russell Square London, WC1H OXG United Kingdom Contact Information: Dr. Jaehoon Yeon jy1@soas.ac.uk Spinvox Computational Linguistics: Computational Linguist, Spinvox http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-856.html Rank: Computational Linguist Posted on: 14-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Employer: Spinvox Department: Job Description Head of NLP Description of role: The SpinVox Automation department is responsible for reducing the human effort involved in converting voice mails into text messages, using a variety of signal processing, speech recognition and text processing technologies. - At least basic programming ability (shell scripts, Perl, awk). - Relevant degree, PhD or equivalent experience. Desirable: - Spell-checkers, grammar checkers, auto correcting tools and predictive typing. - Experience with Automatic Speech Recognition technology. - Knowledge about information extraction and machine learning techniques. - Probabilistic Language Modelling experience. - Experience managing large multi-lingual corpora and dictionaries. - Experience with semantic networks. - Multi-lingual. - Have worked in a start-up environment. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 89 - Strong leadership skills. About SpinVox: SpinVox is a next generation, network-independent mobile phone services company. We launched the world’s first voicemail-to-text service in October 2004, based on our proprietary voice-to-text system. Voicemails are delivered as text messages, directly to the customer’s mobile phone, through the SpinVox integrated push technology platform. Our voicemail-to-text service takes the voicemail, which had previously not been modernised in years, right into the 21st century. Busy people can now quickly see who called them and what the caller said, without having to access complex voicemail systems. processing, speech recognition and text processing technologies. We are now looking for a very experienced Computational Linguist to lead our efforts in the natural language processing area. This is a hugely challenging, but also a very rewarding role; the opportunities for applying linguistic techniques are virtually limitless and even small improvements in the algorithms for detecting and correcting potential conversion errors translate into serious cost savings for the company. If you ever wished your work would make a real difference, this is the place to be. This position reports to the Head of Automation. About You: We are looking for a self-motivated and highly experienced Computational Linguist, who enjoys working in the dynamic and flexible environment of a successful and rapidly growing start-up. Requirements: - Grammars and parsing for spontaneous speech. - Statistical and corpus-based methods. Contact Information: Rob Fox rf@project-it.co.uk Phone: 01483 576660 Spinvox English & Natural Language Processing: Head of NLP, Spinvox http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1472.html Rank: Computational Linguist / Head of NLP Posted on: 01-May-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Natural Language Processing Language(s): English Employer: Spinvox Department: Job Description Head of NLP Description of role: The SpinVox Automation department is responsible for reducing the human effort involved in converting voice mails into text messages, using a variety of signal - At least basic programming ability (shell scripts, Perl, awk). - Relevant degree, PhD or equivalent experience. Desirable: - Spell-checkers, grammar checkers, auto correcting tools and predictive typing. - Experience with Automatic Speech Recognition technology. - Knowledge about information extraction and machine learning techniques. - Probabilistic Language Modeling experience. - Experience managing large multi-lingual corpora and dictionaries. - Experience with semantic networks. - Multi-lingual. - Have worked in a start-up environment. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 90 - Strong leadership skills. About SpinVox: SpinVox is a next generation, network-independent mobile phone services company. We launched the world’s first voicemail-to-text service in October 2004, based on our proprietary voice-to-text system. Voicemails are delivered as text messages, directly to the customer's mobile phone, through the SpinVox integrated push technology platform. Our voicemail-to-text service takes the voicemail, which had previously not been modernised in years, right into the 21st century. Busy people can now quickly see who called them and what the caller said, without having to access complex voicemail systems. and classrooms to develop materials to enhance language learning. The Manager will also assist faculty members and students in addressing computing related issues and provide technical support, including hardware and software and perform other duties as assigned. To succeed in this position, you are required to have a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts and a minimum of two years experience in computing support. Qualified candidates must also have strong working knowledge of digital video and audio in a networked environment; strong audio and video equipment troubleshooting skills; knowledge of networking and data communications; strong computer hardware and software troubleshooting skills; knowledge of Mac OS X, Windows XP, Vista, and Windows Server; knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite for both Mac and PC; and web page creation and development. For a complete description of position responsibilities and to apply, please visit our web-site at jobs.sju.edu. All applications must be submitted on-line through the employment site. Saint Joseph's University is a private, Catholic, Jesuit institution and expects members of its community to be knowledgeable about its mission and to make a positive contribution to that mission. Saint Joseph's is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that seeks to recruit, develop and retain a talented and diverse workforce. AA/EOE M/F/D/V Contact Information: Rob Fox rf@project-it.co.uk St. Joseph's University Multimedia Manager: Manager, St. Joseph's University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1011.html Rank: Manager Posted on: 25-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Multimedia Manager Language(s): Employer: St. Joseph's University Department: Foreign Languages Job Description Language Lab Manager Saint Joseph's University, located in Philadelphia is currently recruiting for a Language Lab Manager. The Language Lab Manager will assist the Chair of Foreign Language and Literatures Department (FLAN) in the efficient and effective management of multimedia computing labs, classrooms and technology resources in FLAN. The Manager will support faculty members in their efforts to use technologies in the multimedia labs LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Contact Information: Dr. Maria Marsilio marsilio@sju.edu Phone: 6106601848 Fax: 6106602160 Page 91 Stanford University Semantics: Acting Assistant Professor, Stanford University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1470.html Rank: Acting Assistant Professor Posted on: 01-May-2008 Deadline: 23-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Semantics Language(s): Employer: Stanford University Department: Linguistics Job Description The Department of Linguistics at Stanford University invites applications for a full-time visiting position in semantics at the rank of Acting Assistant Professor for the 2008-09 Academic Year. The visitor will be expected to teach four quarter-length courses over the three quarters of the academic year, advise students on their research, and serve on departmental committees. Teaching will be at both the graduate and the undergraduate levels and will include core courses in semantics, as well as courses that either contribute to the semantics curriculum more broadly, or complement the department's current offerings. Applicants must hold the PhD in Linguistics or a related field by September 1, 2008. Stanford University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Review of applications will begin on Friday, May 23, 2008. To receive fullest consideration, hard copy applications should arrive by that date. Applications should include the candidate's CV, statements of teaching and research interests, teaching evaluations (if available), up to three representative samples of published or unpublished work, and the names and e-mail addresses of three or four referees. Applicants should also arrange for their letters of reference to be sent directly to the Department no later than May 23. Send hard-copy materials to the application address listed below. (Reference letters may also be sent by e-mail care of nikhila.pai@stanford.edu) For further information, please contact Professor Beth Levin. The Department's web page is listed above. More detailed information on semantics at Stanford may be found at: stanford.edu/dept/linguistics/syntax-semantics/ and at: linguistics.stanford.edu/semgroup/ Application Address: Nikhila Pai , Search Committee c/o Linguistics Department, Margaret Jacks Hall, Building 460 Stanford, CA 94305-2150 USA Contact Information: Professor Beth Levin beth.levin@stanford.edu Phone: 650-723-4284 Fax: 650-723-5666 SVOX AG Arabic & Comp Linguistics: Computer Linguist Arabic, SVOX AG http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-79.html Rank: Computer Linguist Arabic Posted on: 09-Jan-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Arabic, Standard Employer: SVOX AG Department: Job Description Position: Computer Linguist Arabic (Egyptian) SVOX AG is a dynamic technology company specialized in text-to-speech. We are seeking to temporarily (12 months) add to our language development team a computational linguist for Arabic. You will create new language components for use with our state-of-the-art text-to-speech engine. We invite applications from language specialists that natively speak Egyptian Arabic. SVOX provides a varied position in an international, fast-paced, results-oriented environment. Tasks: - Development of language-specific components LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 92 needed to analyse texts (grammars, rule sets, lexicon evaluation and script-based adaptation) - Quality assessment and improvement of phonetic transcriptions - Definition of accentuation and phrasing rules - Definition of grapheme-to-phoneme rules - Preparation of text material for recordings - Supervising the recordings - Annotating the recordings and creating a speech database - Testing and quality assessment of the integrated system Qualifications and Required Skills - Native speaker of Egyptian Arabic - Masters degree in linguistics, computer science, or related field - 1+ years experience in text-to-speech technology is a strong plus - Interest in speech synthesis, prosody, and morpho-syntactic analysis of text - Programming and scripting skills are desirable Personal Requirements: - Working knowledge of English - Excellent organization and communication skills - Has a positive attitude and enjoys working in a team - High quality standards - Willingness to relocate to Zurich, Switzerland, for 12 months Start Date: At earliest availability. Contact: Please send your application to Ms. Barbara Steiner. Contact Information: Barbara Steiner steiner@svox.com SVOX AG Comp Linguistics: TTS Language Development Manager, SVOX AG http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1634.html Rank: TTS Language Development Manager Posted on: 22-May-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Employer: SVOX AG Department: Job Description SVOX AG is a dynamic technology company specialized in text-to-speech, and a leading provider of speech output solutions for automotive and mobile devices. We are seeking to add to our research and development team a language development manager to drive the creation of a large number of new language packages for the SVOX TTS system. Tasks: - Become an expert user of SVOX tools for automatic language package development - Develop computer scripts to further streamline and facilitate the language development process - Locate and contract external language specialists and resources - Manage a large number of parallel development projects - Verify quality of externally developed packages and integrate into SVOX systems Formal requirements: - Masters degree in computational linguistics, computer LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 93 science or related field - Hands-on experience with machine learning techniques such as neural networks, greedy search, HMM - 4+ years experience in text-to-speech technology - Programming and scripting skills - Project management experience Personal requirements: - Capability to quickly understand multifaceted technical processes - High quality standards and attention to details - Fluent in English and at least one other language - Hands-on pragmatic team player and self-starter - Outstanding organizational skills - Willingness to relocate to Zurich, Switzerland Start date: At earliest availability SVOX AG Comp Linguistics: Language Developer & Quality Engineer, SVOX AG http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1646.html Rank: TTS Language Development and Quality Engineer Posted on: 23-May-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language Developer & Quality Engineer Language(s): Employer: SVOX AG Department: Job Description Position: TTS Language Development and Quality Engineer SVOX AG (www.svox.com) is a dynamic technology company specialized in text-to-speech and a leading provider of speech output solutions for automotive and mobile devices. We are seeking to add to our research and development team a TTS quality engineer with the resposibility of driving the quality assurance of existing language packages. This involves ongoing testing, updating, and improving the language packages, as well as being responsive to specific needs from customer projects. Tasks: - improving and implementing the quality assurance processes for language packages (lingware) - extending test framework and quality standards - improving text analysis packages - lexicon corrections - text preprocessing corrections and additions - phonological and morphological rule updates - syntactical and prosodical rule updates - improving signal generation packages Application Address: SVOX AG Baslerstrasse 30 Zürich, CH-8048 Switzerland Contact Information: Ariane Kobari hr@svox.com Phone: +41 43 544 06 00 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 94 - analyzing and identifying problem units in the speech synthesis module - setting up tools to replace or improve problem units • managing lingware update projects - recruiting temporary language specialists - planning time and resources - reintegrating results and version control - responding to specific customer project needs Formal requirements: - Masters degree in linguistics, computer science or related field - 1+ years experience in text-to-speech technology - 1+ years experience from software testing/quality assurance - Programming and/or scripting skills - Experience in project management is desirable Personal requirements: - Good knowledge of English (additional languages is a plus) - Hands-on, team player and self-starter - Profound interest in speech technology and natural language processing - High quality standards - Willingness to relocate to Zurich, Switzerland Start date: At earliest availability Contact Information: Ariane Kobari kobari@svox.com, hr@svox.com Phone: 0041 43 544 06 12 Fax: 0041 43 544 06 21 SVOX AG Greek & Computational Ling: Computational Linguist, SVOX AG http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-988.html Rank: Computational Linguist Posted on: 25-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Greek Employer: SVOX AG Department: Job Description SVOX AG is a dynamic technology company specialized in text-to-speech. We are seeking to temporarily (9 months) add to our language development team a computational linguist for Greek. You will create new language components for use with our state-of-the-art text-to-speech engine. We invite applications from language specialists that natively speak Greek. SVOX provides a varied position in an international, fast-paced, results-oriented environment. Tasks: - Development of language-specific components needed to analyse texts (grammars, rule sets, lexicon evaluation and script-based adaptation) - Quality assessment and improvement of phonetic transcriptions - Definition of accentuation and phrasing rules - Definition of grapheme-to-phoneme rules - Preparation of text material for recordings - Supervising the recordings Application Address: Ariane Kobari Baslerstrasse 30 8048 Zürich, 0 Switzerland LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 95 - Annotating the recordings and creating a speech database - Testing and quality assessment of the integrated system Qualifications and required skills: - Native speaker of Greek - Masters degree in linguistics, computer science, or related field - 1+ years experience in text-to-speech technology is a strong plus - Interest in speech synthesis, prosody, and morpho-syntactic analysis of text - Programming and scripting skills are desirable Personal requirements: - Working knowledge of English - Excellent organization and communication skills - Has a positive attitude and enjoys working in a team SVOX AG Finnish & Computational Linguistics: Computational Linguist, SVOX http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-987.html Rank: Computer Linguist Finnish Posted on: 25-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Finnish Employer: SVOX AG Department: Job Description SVOX AG is a dynamic technology company specialized in text-to-speech. We are seeking to temporarily (9 months) add to our language development team a computational linguist for Finnish. You will create new language components for use with our state-of-the-art text-to-speech engine. We invite applications from language specialists that natively speak Finnish. SVOX provides a varied position in an international, fast-paced, results-oriented environment. Tasks: - High quality standards - Willingness to relocate to Zurich, Switzerland, for 9 months Start Date: At earliest availability. - Development of language-specific components needed to analyse texts (grammars, rule sets, lexicon evaluation and script-based adaptation) - Quality assessment and improvement of phonetic transcriptions - Definition of accentuation and phrasing rules - Definition of grapheme-to-phoneme rules - Preparation of text material for recordings - Supervising the recordings - Annotating the recordings and creating a speech database - Testing and quality assessment of the integrated system Qualifications and required skills: - Native speaker of Finnish LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Contact Information: Barbara Steiner steiner@svox.com Page 96 - Masters degree in linguistics, computer science, or related field - 1+ years experience in text-to-speech technology is a strong plus - Interest in speech synthesis, prosody, and morpho-syntactic analysis of text - Programming and scripting skills are desirable Personal requirements: - Working knowledge of English - Excellent organization and communication skills - Has a positive attitude and enjoys working in a team - High quality standards - Willingness to relocate to Zurich, Switzerland, for 9 months Start Date: At earliest availability. We are looking for an experienced Program Manager to join our R&D team, to develop Machine Translation systems. The ideal candidate must have a proven track record of managing complex initiatives across multiple stakeholders, must be adept at communication at all levels, and must be comfortable addressing projects that can contain considerable business process and technical detail. You must also have strong interest in developing and enhancing the capabilities of Machine Translation. You will develop and apply advanced methods, theories, and R&D techniques from a variety of technical specialties for complex and difficult problems, independently execute responsibilities, routinely plan/direct/coordinate projects, proactively anticipate, understand, and meet customer needs, alter leadership and work style to accommodate diversity in ideas, employees, customers and cultures, without sacrificing results. Responsibilities include: - Manage the US R&D team in coordination with R&D Director located in Paris. Includes software development, experimentation, analysis of results, and building new systems that combine linguistics and statistical language models for Machine Translation covering several languages. - Oversee existing and lead the effort to acquire new funded research and development activities in the field of Machine Translation. - Supervise multiple projects valued at approximately $2M annually under the direction of management. - Develop components of software products and accompanying design information, such as functional specifications, design specifications, and unit tests. You will be actively involved in all phases of development including algorithms, software implementation, unit testing, debugging, and system integration. - Manage 3 to 4 project teams (5 to 7 individuals). This includes planning, scheduling, and managing the work needed to ensure the successful completion of projects; determining the resources needed to meet scheduled objectives; and organizing the workload of subordinates based upon established criteria. - Interface independently with customers, and represent the company at internal program meeting reviews. Contact Information: Barbara Steiner steiner@svox.com SYSTRAN Software Computational Linguistics: Program Manager, SYSTRAN Software http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-655.html Rank: Program Manager Posted on: 27-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Employer: SYSTRAN Software Department: R&D Job Description Position ID: SD_PM_JS_200801 Job Description, duties and responsibilities LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 97 - Responsible for day-to-day management of all project phases including continual communication with customers and R&D team in Paris. - Select, motivate and counsel project team members. - Communicate related administrative support needs to accounting personnel. - Provide timely reporting to management. SYSTRAN Software Computational Linguistics: Software Engineer, SYSTRAN Software http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-654.html Rank: Software Engineer Posted on: 27-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Employer: SYSTRAN Software Department: R&D Job Description Position ID: SD_SE_JS_200801 Skills: - Knowledge of and experience with Natural Language Processing - Significant programming experience. - Superior oral and written communications skills. - Evidence of mature, flexible, and innovative approaches in previous work experience. Job Description, duties and responsibilities: We are currently seeking experienced Software Engineers to join our R&D team to develop machine translation systems. The ideal candidate must be a self-motivated creative thinker capable of working collaboratively in a team environment with other engineers. You must also have strong interest in developing and enhancing the capabilities of machine translation. Responsibilities include: Software development, experimentation, analysis of results, and building systems that combine linguistics and statistical language models for machine translation for several languages. Skills: - Excellent software development skills - Significant programming experience in C/C++.and Perl - Experience optimizing problems - Good oral and written communications skills Qualifications: MS or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Software Engineering, Applied Mathematics or Physics 7+ years work experience, including at least 3 years as a team manager. Knowledge of foreign languages a plus. Contact Information: Jodi Oliveira oliveira@systransoft.com Education and Experience: BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Software LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 98 Engineering, Applied Mathematics or Physics. 6 years work experience with BS 4 years work experience with MS Other Requirements: - Knowledge of machine translation or natural language processing techniques is a plus - Fluent English speaker - Knowledge of another language is a plus SYSTRAN is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military service, or any other legally protected status. enhances multilingual communication and increases user productivity and time-savings for B2E, B2B and B2C markets as they deliver real-time language solutions for search, content management, online customer support, intra-company communications, eCommerce, and more. To learn more about SYSTRAN visit our website given above. Job Description, duties and responsibilities: We are currently seeking experienced Software Engineers - Research Scientists to join our R&D team in San Diego to develop machine translation systems. The ideal candidate must have a combination of research and implementation skills, including significant programming experience. Strong experience with machine translation, text classification, statistical techniques for NLP, information theory, or a related field is highly desirable. Responsibilities include software development, experimentation, analysis of results, and building systems that combine linguistics and statistical language models for machine translation covering several languages. Skills: - Strong background in statistical modelling required. Contact Information: Jodi Oliveira oliveira@systransoft.com SYSTRAN Software Computational Linguistics: Research Scientist, SYSTRAN Software http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-656.html Rank: Research Scientist Posted on: 27-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Employer: SYSTRAN Software Department: R&D Job Description Position ID: SD_RS_JS_200801 SYSTRAN is the market leading provider of language translation software (machine translation) for the desktop, enterprise and Internet that facilitates communication in 52 language combinations and in 20 domains. With over three decades of expertise, SYSTRAN’s software is the choice of leading global corporations, portals such as AltaVista (TM), Microsoft (R) and Yahoo! (R), and public agencies. Use of SYSTRAN products and solutions LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 - A combination of research and implementation skills. - Significant programming experience in C++. - An exceptional individual interested in transforming the capabilities of machine translation systems. - Fluent in English and at least one additional language - Solid background in linguistics. - Excellent academic background and demonstrated academic achievement. - Superior oral and written communications skills - Evidence of mature, flexible, and innovative approaches in previous work experience. Education and Experience: PhD in Computational Linguistics or relevant field. 3+ years work experience. Page 99 SYSTRAN is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military service, or any other legally protected status. - A combination of research and implementation skills. - Significant programming experience in C++. - Fluent in English and one of the following languages Persian (Farsi), Hindi, or Urdu. - Solid background in linguistics. - Excellent academic background and demonstrated academic achievement. Contact Information: Jodi Oliveira oliveira@systransoft.com SYSTRAN Software Hindi, Urdu, Persian & Comp Ling: Software Engineer, SYSTRAN ... http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1673.html Rank: Software Engineer - Research Scientist - Central A Posted on: 23-May-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Hindi Farsi, Western Urdu Employer: SYSTRAN Software Department: Research and Development Job Description Job Description, duties and responsibilities: We are currently seeking experienced Software Engineers - Research Scientists to join our R&D team in San Diego to develop machine translation systems. The ideal candidate should have a combination of research and implementation skills, including significant programming experience. Strong experience with machine translation, text classification, statistical techniques for NLP, information theory, or a related field is highly desirable. Responsibilities include software development, experimentation, analysis of results, and building systems that combine linguistics and statistical language models for machine translation covering several languages. Skills: - Strong background in statistical modelling required. - Superior oral and written communications skills. - Evidence of mature, flexible, and innovative approaches in previous work experience. Education and Experience: - Advanced Degree in Computational Linguistics or relevant field. - 3+ years work experience. Please submit resumes to the e-mail address provided below and refrence job number SD_RSFA_CF_200805. SYSTRAN is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military service, or any other legally protected status. Contact Information: Denis Gachot ssi_rsfa_job@systransoft.com SYSTRAN Software Urdu; Hindi; Persian & Comp Ling: Lexicographer, SYSTRAN Software http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1671.html Rank: Lexicographer Posted on: 23-May-2008 Deadline: 24-May-2009 Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Hindi Urdu Employer: SYSTRAN Software LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 100 Contact Information: Department: Job Description Job description : Encode Central Asian language terminology into Machine Translation system dictionaries. Under the direction of a Project Manager or Senior Lexicographer, your will: - Encode foreign language terminology according to specific conventions - Keep track of dictionary improvements - Analyze and correct dictionary errors - Compile data from foreign language text for determining the correct function and/or meaning of terms - Test and document the results of periodic MT dictionary updates - Perform regular translation quality reviews - Assist other team members in a variety of research tasks Skills : - Fluent in English and one of the following languages: Persian (Farsi), Urdu, Hindi. - Good knowledge of grammar and linguistics - General computer literacy - Ability to organize work in order to meet schedules - Ability to follow instructions and cooperate in a team effort Experience : - 2 years work experience in an office environment Please submit resumes to ssi_falx_job@sytransoft.com and refrence job number SD_FALX_CF_200805. SYSTRAN is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military service, or any other legally protected status. Denis Gachot ssi_falx_job@systransoft.com SYSTRAN Software Urdu; Hindi & Computational Ling: Programmer, SYSTRAN Software http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1672.html Rank: Programmer Posted on: 23-May-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Hindi Urdu Employer: SYSTRAN Software Department: Job Description Job Description, duties and responsibilities: We are currently seeking Programmers to join our R&D team in San Diego to develop machine translation systems. Duties include software development, experimentation, analysis of results, and building systems that combine linguistics and statistical language models for machine translation for several languages. The ideal candidate should have a strong interest in developing and enhancing the capabilities of machine translation. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated creative thinkers capable of working collaboratively in a team environment with other Engineers and Scientists. Candidate should possess excellent development skills, including significant programming experience in C/C++, Perl and experience of optimization problems. Experience with machine translation or, NLP a plus. Skills: - Strong software skills. - Programming experience in C/C++... - The ability to read, write and speak Hindi or Urdu; preference for native speakers. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 101 - Good oral and written communications skills. Education and Experience: - BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Software Engineering, Applied Mathematics or Physics. - 2 years work experience with BS. Other Requirements: - Knowledge of machine translation or natural language processing techniques is a plus. - Fluent English speaker. Please submit resume to the e-mail address provided below and refrence job number SD_PRHI_CF_200805. SYSTRAN is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military service, or any other legally protected status. the linguistic code of the Urdu/Hindi components of our machine translation systems. Responsibilities: - Maintain the Urdu/Hindi->English machine translation module. - Further develop and improve the Urdu/Hindi linguistic analysis and lexicon. - Interface with SYSTRAN's software development team. Skills: - Degree in Computational Linguistics or Computer Science - Computational linguistics syntax formalisms. - Good C/C++ and Perl programming skills. - XML technologies. - Fluent Urdu or Hindi speaker. Experience: - Previous experience in computational linguistics projects. Contact Information: Denis Gachot ssi_prhi_job@systransoft.com SYSTRAN Software Urdu; Hindi & Comp Linguistics: Junior Linguist, SYSTRAN Software http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1670.html Rank: Junior Linguist Posted on: 23-May-2008 Deadline: 24-May-2009 Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Hindi Urdu Employer: SYSTRAN Software Department: Job Description Job description: In this position, under the direction of a Senior Engineer or Project Manager, you will be responsible for - Experience in Machine Translation is a plus. Other Requirements: - Fluency in English, speaking and writing. Please submit resumes to the e-mail address provided below and refrence job number SD_JLUR_CF_200805. SYSTRAN is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military service, or any other legally protected status. Contact Information: Denis Gachot ssi_jlur_job@systransoft.com LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 102 Teachers College, Columbia University English & Lang Assessment: Lecturer, Teachers College, Columbia U http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1036.html Rank: Lecturer Posted on: 28-Mar-2008 Deadline: 11-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Language Assessment/Progam Evaluation Language(s): English Employer: Teachers College, Columbia University Department: TESOL/Applied Linguistics Job Description Position Opening for Fall 2008 TESOL and Applied Linguistics Teachers College, Columbia University New York, New York Lecturer of Language and Education (Renewable Term Position) Position: The TESOL and Applied Linguistics Programs at Teachers College, Columbia (NYC campus) are seeking a lecturer with demonstrated teaching experience and research interests in language assessment or program evaluation. The initial term for the position is one-year, renewable for a three year period with the possibility of reappointment for another two years, pending funding and favorable annual reviews. Location: New York, New York Responsibilities: Teach graduate courses in second language assessment, language program evaluation, and one or more of the following areas: quantitative research methods in TESOL/AL, SLA, pedagogical English grammar, phonetics and phonology, psycholinguistics, classroom practices, or language teaching practicum. The teaching load is five per academic year with the possibility of teaching summer courses for extra pay. Advise M.A. students and serve on dissertation committees. Participate in routine program administrative activities. Maintain an active research interest and professional profile in TESOL and Applied Linguistics. Qualifications: Earned doctorate in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, evidence of scholarship potential in assessment, a record of successful ESL/EFL teaching experience, demonstrated record of graduate level teaching, evidence of service to the field of TESOL and/or Applied Linguistics, ability to perform administrative duties, and ability to work collaboratively. To apply: E-mail a cover letter by April 11, 2008 detailing how you meet the qualifications for the position, along with a CV to feyen@tc.edu. Make sure your subject line reads "TESOL/AL Lecturer Position NY" and your attachments are in separate MS Word documents with your name on them. Have three letters of reference e-mailed by the referees to feyen@tc.edu, with "TESOL/AL Lecturer Position NY" placed in the subject line. Address the letters to: Professor Barbara Hruska TESOL/AL Search Committee Chair TESOL Program, Box 66 Teachers College, Columbia University Department of Arts and Humanities 525 West 120th Street New York, NY 10027-6061 Review of applications will begin on April 14, 2008 and will continue until the search is completed. Teachers College as an institution has long been committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment. In offering higher education in the discipline areas of TESOL and Applied Linguistics, the College is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, women and the disabled in its own activities and in society. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 103 Contact Information: Dr. Barbara Hruska hruska@tc.edu Phone: 212 678-3286 Fax: 212-678-3428 Qualifications: Earned doctorate in TESOL/Applied Linguistics, evidence of scholarship potential in language pedagogy, a record of successful ESL/EFL teaching experience--preferably with some experience in US K-12 settings, experience supervising student teachers, demonstrated record of graduate level teaching, evidence of service to the field of TESOL/Applied Linguistics, ability to perform administrative duties, and ability to work collaboratively. To apply: E-mail a cover letter by May 2, 2008 detailing how you meet the qualifications for the position, along with a CV to the e-mail address listed below. Make sure your subject line reads “TESOL/AL Non-Renewable Lecturer Position NY” and your attachments are in separate MS Word documents with your name on them. Have three letters of reference e-mailed by the referees to the e-mail address below, with “TESOL/AL Non-Renewable Lecturer Position NY” placed in the subject line. Send the letters to the address listed below. Review of applications will begin on May 5, 2008 and will continue until the search is completed. Teachers College as an institution has long been committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment. In offering higher education in the discipline areas of TESOL and Applied Linguistics, the College is committed to expanding employment opportunities to minorities, women and the disabled in its own activities and in society. * Note: In addition to our recent ad for a lecturer on a renewable contract, we have this opening for a one-year, non-renewable position. Teachers College, Columbia University English & K-12 Teaching: Lecturer, Teachers College, Columbia U http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1406.html Rank: Lecturer Posted on: 24-Apr-2008 Deadline: 02-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics K-12 Teaching Experience Language(s): English Employer: Teachers College, Columbia University Department: TESOL/Applied Linguistics Job Description Position Opening for Fall 2008 Position: Lecturer of Language and Education (Non-renewable Term Position)* Position: The TESOL and Applied Linguistics Programs at Teachers College, Columbia are seeking a lecturer with demonstrated teaching experience and research interests in language pedadogy. The term for the position is one-year and the position is non-renewable. This is a one-year replacement position. Responsibilities: Teach graduate courses in L2 methods, language teaching practicum and field work courses in either the MA general or K-12 tracks. The teaching load is five three-credit courses per academic year with the possibility of teaching summer courses for extra pay. Advise M.A. students and possibly serve on dissertation committees. Participate in routine program administrative activities. Maintain an active research interest and professional profile in TESOL/Applied Linguistics. Application Address: Professor Barbara Hruska TESOL/AL Search Committee Chair TESOL Program, Box 66, Department of Arts and Humanities New York, 10027-6061 ---------------- Contact Information: Dr. Barbara Hruska hruska@tc.edu Phone: 212 678-3286 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 104 Teachers Employment Network English & Teaching English: Teacher, Teachers Employment Network http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1305.html Rank: Teacher Posted on: 16-Apr-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Teaching English Language(s): English Employer: Teachers Employment Network Department: Job Description 1. Native English speakers in USA,CA,UK, AU, NZ. 2. At least 18 years old 3. Inspiring and active capabilities 4. Candidate should provide us with relevant internship documents issued by his school. 5. Candidate will be assigned as required into higher educational schools, K12, or kindergartens. 6. Interns will sign the contract both with us and our affiliated Schools, to assure everything will go well. 7. Minimum Working Period: 3months or more , except 1-2months in Summer Holiday preferable Teragram Corporation Romanian & Translation: Translator, Teragram Corporation http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-399.html Rank: Translator Posted on: 01-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Translation Language(s): Romanian Employer: Teragram Corporation Department: Job Description Teragram Corporation is in need of a Romanian Linguist to come in our office for one day and do some translation for us as soon as possible. Linguist needed ASAP. Pay TBD Contact Information: Clark jobs@teragram.com Texas A&M University Spanish & Hispanic Studies: Chair, Texas A&M University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-467.html Rank: Chair of Department Posted on: 07-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Hispanic Studies Language(s): Spanish Employer: Texas A&M University Department: Hispanic Studies Application Address: Edward Sun Beijing Beijing, 100025 China Contact Information: Edward Sun service@teachersemployment.org LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 105 Job Description The Department of Hispanic Studies at Texas A&M University seeks to fill the position of Department Head. The successful candidate will be an experienced, accomplished, energetic individual to lead the development of its graduate and undergraduate programs to national prominence; this person will have a PhD and substantial record of scholarly publication that merits appointment as a tenured full professor at a major research institution. The Department is in its fourth year as an independent, PhD-granting unit with more than twenty full-time faculty in the areas of language instruction, linguistics, and Latin American, Peninsular and U.S. Hispanic/Latino literature and culture. The ideal candidate will build upon the possibilities for Hispanic Studies in a border state with a large and growing Spanish-speaking population. A flagship institution, Texas A&M is an AAU, Research Intensive University. The 2005 NACUBO Endowment Study ranks Texas A&M University and Foundations as ninth among all U.S. institutions of higher learning in the market value of its endowment assets. Current enrollment is about 48,000. College Station is the center of a metropolitan area with a population of approximately 190,000. Minority and women scholars are strongly urged to apply. Texas A&M University is an AA/EEO employer, deeply committed to diversity, and responds to the needs of dual-career couples. For more information, visit the website listed above and tamu.edu. Start date is September, 2008. Applications (cover letter, CV and references) and nominations for the headship should be made to Professor Stephen Miller. Review of applications will begin immediately. Contact Information: Professor Stephen Miller s-miller@tamu.edu Phone: 979-845-2125 Fax: 979-845-6421 Textkernel BV Computational Linguistics: Engineer / Consultant, Textkernel BV http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1437.html Rank: Engineer / Consultant Posted on: 28-Apr-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Machine Learning Language(s): Employer: Textkernel BV Department: Job Description Work on machine learning and language technology at Textkernel Textkernel is developing cutting edge machine learning based document understanding solutions for a fast growing number of international clients. We are looking for passionate and expert colleagues, who combine a deep interest in advanced computing and software engineering with the ambition to deliver outstanding products and services. We are currently looking for: - Language technology consultants - Computational linguists - Knowledge engineers - Web mining engineers with excellent programming skills (Perl, Java, C/C++) and an ambitious and creative personality. Academic background in computational linguistics, computer science, artificial intelligence or related field. Interest in natural language processing, machine learning, LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Application Address: Professor Stephen Miller Texas A&M University Department of Hispanic Studies College Station, TX 77843-4238 USA Page 106 information extraction, web mining, and pattern recognition. Minimum of 2 years of experience in an industrial software engineering environment. Focused on delivering high quality services and enterprise level software. Relocation is required. Basic understanding of Dutch, and other European languages is a plus. If you would like to be considered for one of these positions at Textkernel, please send your CV to the e-mail address provided below with 'Textkernel vacature / [ jobtitle ]' in the subject field. Salary Range: $68,767 - $81,135 pa plus 17% super **Reference: PA4795 The Department of Linguistics seeks to appoint a scholar to carry out research on Papuan languages and their broader scientific implications. Applicants with relevant field experience from any part of the world are welcome to apply, provided they put forward a detailed and compelling proposal for a research program whose major focus is on one or more Papuan languages. The successful candidate will have an outstanding record of publication in relevant field(s), relative to their early career status. Candidates should provide a detailed statement of the research project(s) they plan in the short, medium and long terms, putting together an exciting, innovative and plausible program based on fieldwork and analysis, and including likely plans for future project funding. The research outlined should be compatible but complementary with the Department's range of research interests, as outlined in the further particulars. The successful candidate will also be expected to serve on the editorial board of the publication series, Pacific Linguistics, to engage in the supervision of postgraduate students and occasional advanced teaching as needed, and to serve as an attraction point for the development of major research initiatives in the area. Women are particularly encouraged to apply. Selection Criteria: info.anu.edu.au/hr/jobs/ or from Human Resources (Academic), CAP; T: 02 6125 4444, E: jobsacademic.cap@anu.edu.au Enquiries: Nicholas Evans, T: 02 6125 0028, E: Nicholas.Evans@anu.edu.au or John Bowden, T: 02 6125 3281, E: John.Bowden@anu.edu.au College of Asia and the Pacific Information for Applicants and Job Cover Sheet: asiapacific.anu.edu.au/jobs/CAP_info_applicants.pdf asiapacific.anu.edu.au/jobs/CAP_job_coversheet.xls Please submit your application directly to the application email listed below by no later than the advertised closing date. Contact Information: Jakub Zavrel, Managing Director zavrel@textkernel.nl The Australian National University Papuan Langs: Research Fellow (Level B), Australian National U http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1793.html Rank: Research Fellow (Level B) Posted on: 05-Jun-2008 Deadline: 25-Jul-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Papuan languages Language(s): Employer: The Australian National University Department: Linguistics Department, Pacific & Asian Studies Job Description Research Fellow in Papuan Linguistics Australian National University College of Asia and the Pacific Research School of Pacific and Asian Studies Division of Society and Environment Department of Linguistics Academic Level B LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 107 Contact Information: Prof. Nick Evans nicholas.evans@anu.edu.au Phone: +61 (2) 6125 0028 Fax: +61 (2) 6125 1463 Responsibilities: This is a senior position that requires strong academic and industrial experience. You will be responsible for all aspects of linguistic related activities and give clear guidance to the team. You will be responsible of fulfilling the demand from three different streams: Research & Development, delivery of service to new clients and support of existing services. Since you will be working on key components of our core technology platform, you will have the unique opportunity to significantly impact on the success of our services and company. You will also be responsible for: - Continuously finding ways of improving the NLP service within a Service Oriented Architecture - Planning and managing of the execution of roadmap and client driven requirements - Defining better ways of quickly and reliably deploying NLP services to new Clients - Defining, using, standardising and improving adherence to best practices - Providing linguistic, innovation and execution leadership to the members of the NLP team Job Requirements / Profile: - Excellent knowledge of Natural Language Processing (NLP) theory and practice and statistical methods; in particular experience in the field of Information Extraction and Machine Learning techniques - Managerial and leadership experience, with a flair of building a stimulating and creative environment, where innovation is encouraged, plans executed reliably and efficiently. Ability to manage and retain talents is paramount - Strong verbal and written communications skills - MSc. PhD in related area an advantage - Experience in developing NLP tools and applications using existing frameworks and architectures - Hard working, with high energy, self-motivation and initiative The Fizzback Group Natural Language Processing: Head of NLP, The Fizzback Group http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-430.html Rank: Head of NLP Posted on: 05-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Text/Corpus Linguistics Natural Language Processing Language(s): Employer: The Fizzback Group Department: Technical Job Description The Fizzback Group is one of the fastest growing companies in customer experience management. We provide a technology based research & analytics service that helps consumer facing businesses change the way they capture, analyse and act on customer feedback. Backed by a well known Venture Capital firm, we are pursuing rapid expansion plans, both in terms of staff and new clients. In order to deliver on these plans we are looking to hire a Head of the Natural Language Processing (NLP) team and related services. This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity for making a real impact, leading innovation and improvements, creating a superb team and fostering external relationships. With our funding, prospects, entrepreneurial culture and stage of existence this is a truly exciting time to join us. Location: Central London, Leicester Square Type: permanent/full-time Salary: Highly competitive + pension contribution and private medical insurance Position Description and LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 108 - Good programming background (i.e. Java and XML) To apply please email your CV and cover letter to the e-mail below. [Appointment period: twenty-four months] The Department of Chinese and Bilingual Studies is strong in Applied Chinese Language Studies. It offers bachelor, master, and doctoral programmes in Translating, Interpreting, Bilingual Studies, Chinese Linguistics, Chinese Language teaching, and teaching Chinese as a second language. Within the department, there is a Centre for Translation Studies, a Testing Unit, and a Chinese Language Centre which provides training in Chinese language and Putonghua for the whole university. The Department has a total of 70 academic staff members. Please visit the website listed above for more information about the Department. The appointee will assist the project leader in a project in one of the following fields: (a) Bilingual Communication and Bilingual Education; (b) Chinese Linguistics; (c) Language Assessment and Chinese Education; (d) Teaching Chinese as a Second Language and Second Language Acquisition; and (e) Translation Studies. Applicants should have a doctoral degree or an equivalent qualification with less than three years of post-qualification experience. Applicants are invited to contact Ms Bonnie Seid at tel no 2766 7463, fax no. 2334 0185 or email to ctseid@polyu.edu.hk for further information. Remuneration : Salary offered will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicants should state their current and expected salary in the application. Application: Please submit application form via email to the application address listed below, by fax at (852) 2764 3374; or by mail to Human Resources Office. Application forms can be obtained via the above channels or downloaded from the application website listed below. Applications should be addressed directly to Ms Bonnie Seid (please state Department of Chinese and Bilingual Studies on the envelope). Applicants who are not invited to an interview within two months of the closing date Contact Information: Osvaldo Spadano job-headnlp@fizzback.com The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Chinese & Applied Ling: Researcher, The Hong Kong Polytechnic U http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-892.html Rank: Researcher Posted on: 17-Mar-2008 Deadline: 01-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Chinese Linguistics, Bilingual Communication Language(s): Chinese, Mandarin Employer: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Department: Department of Chinese and Bilingual Studies Job Description The Hong Kong Polytechnic University The Hong Kong Polytechnic University is the largest government-funded tertiary institution in Hong Kong, with a total student headcount of about 27,200, of which 13,500 are full-time students, 11,400 are part-time students, and 2,300 are mixed-mode students. It offers programmes at Doctorate, Master's, Bachelor's degrees and Higher Diploma levels. The University has 26 academic departments and units grouped under six faculties, as well as 2 independent schools. It has a full-time academic staff strength of around 1,250. The total consolidated expenditure budget of the University is in excess of HK$4 billion per year. Department of Chinese and Bilingual Studies Postdoctoral Fellow LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 109 should consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at polyu.edu.hk/hro/jobpics.htm. Application Address: Ms Vivian Lau Human Resources Office, 13/F, Li Ka Shing Tower The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong A current curriculum vitae including information concerning teaching experience and the names of three references should be sent to Beth Hume. Applications received by May 1st, 2008, are assured of receiving full attention. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, Vietnam-era veterans, disable veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Application Address: Chair Beth Hume Ohio State University, Department of Linguistics 222 Oxley Hall, 1712 Neil Avenue Columbus, OH 43210-1298 USA Contact Information: Ms Melody Ho hrmelody@polyu.edu.hk Contact Information: The Ohio State University Computational Linguistics: Asst Prof, The Ohio State University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1159.html Rank: Assistant Professor Posted on: 04-Apr-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Employer: The Ohio State University Department: Linguistics Job Description The Ohio State University Department of Linguistics seeks to fill a 12 month position as Visiting Assistant Professor. The successful candidate must be able to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in Computational Linguistics and General Linguistics. The teaching load is five courses, spread over three 10-week quarters. The appointment will be effective Fall quarter 2008. Candidates are expected to have the PhD in hand at the time of the appointment. The candidate is encouraged to participate in discussion groups and other activities in the department, and to become involved in collaborative projects with one or more of the strong research groups in the department or the university. Beth Hume ehume@ling.osu.edu The University of Cambridge Natural Lang & Information Processing: Lecturer, U Cambridge http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1209.html Rank: Lecturer Posted on: 09-Apr-2008 Deadline: 30-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Natural Language & Information Processing Language(s): Employer: The University of Cambridge Department: Faculty of Computer Science and Technology Job Description Applications are invited for one University Lectureship or Senior Lectureship in the Natural Language and Information Processing Research Group in the Computer Laboratory. The successful candidate will be expected to take up the appointment by 1 October 2008 or as soon as possible thereafter. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 110 Candidates should have an outstanding record of research in an area that overlaps or complements the interests of current members of the Natural Language and Information Processing Group. Preference will be given to candidates whose research relates to broad coverage text processing. Group boundaries are very flexible and the successful candidate will be expected to contribute to other areas including broader themes such as 'Computing for the Future of the Planet.' The Laboratory provides an environment in which engagement between theoretical and practical aspects of Computer Science, and with industry, is encouraged. The person appointed will be expected to contribute to the teaching of the M.Phil in Computer Speech, Text and Internet Processing as well as to undergraduate courses such as Information Retrieval and Natural Language Processing. An interest in the interplay between teaching, long-term research, and deployment of new technologies is especially welcome. Appointments made at University Lecturer level will be for a probationary period of five years, with appointment to the retiring age thereafter. The pensionable scale of stipends for a University Lecturer is currently 33,779 to 42,791 a year, and for a University Senior Lecturer is currently 45,397 to 48,161 a year. Further details of the Department can be found at the website listed above. Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr Simone Teufel. Applications should be sent by 12 noon on Friday 30 May 2008 to The Secretary of the Appointments Committee or by e-mail (with documents in PDF format) and should include: a Curriculum Vitae (resume) a list of publications a one page statement of research interests and future plans a completed application form PD18 (parts I and III only) including the names and e-mail addresses of 3 referees available from admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/personnel/forms/pd18/ Interview date: 8 July 2008. Quote Reference: NR03246 The University values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity. Application Address: The Secretary to the Appointments Committee 15 JJ Thomson Avenue Cambridge, CB3 0FD United Kingdom Contact Information: Dr Simone Teufel simone.teufel@cl.cam.ac.uk The University of Memphis English & Computational Ling: Post Doc, The U of Memphis http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1407.html Rank: Post Doc Posted on: 25-Apr-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): English Employer: The University of Memphis Department: Psychology Job Description The University of Memphis invites applications for a postdoctoral research position in the Department of Psychology. A Ph.D. in cognitive psychology, education, or a related field is required. The successful candidate should also have demonstrated interests and experience in two or more of the following areas: intelligent tutoring systems, serious games, comprehension, comprehension strategies, learning from text, writing skill, writing strategies, individual difference measures, verbal protocol analysis, computational linguistics, and educational applications. The applicant should have experience conducting empirical research including data management and advanced statistical analyses. Application review will begin May 30, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Positions will begin in the summer or fall of 2008. Send curriculum vitae, three LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 111 letters of recommendation, and reprints/preprints to the address listed below. The University of Memphis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. Job Description The Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures at the University of Montana invites applications for a two-year, non-renewable position in Japanese language and literature, beginning Fall 2008. Applicants with an ABD/PhD are preferred, but MAs in the field with prior tertiary JSL teaching experience will also be considered. Candidates must also exhibit native or near-native fluency in Japanese and English and have documentation of excellence in teaching. A specialization in JSL pedagogy or applied linguistics is most desirable; otherwise a specialty in a field of Japanese literature or culture (with strong language-teaching skills and interests) is also satisfactory. Courses to be taught include Japanese language (Beginning and Intermediate levels, using the Yookoso! textbook), and one elective in the applicant’s field of interest and expertise. Qualified applicants should send materials (a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, graduate transcript, three letters of reference, two of which must address teaching ability, and a videotape, at least 15 minutes long, showing teaching in a Japanese language class) to Robert W. Acker, Chair. Review of applications will begin on Mar. 1, 2008, and continue until the position is filled. The University of Montana is an EOE/Affirmative Action employer. This position announcement can be made available in alternative formats upon request. Application Address: Professor Danielle McNamara The University of Memphis 202 Psychology Bldg. Memphis, US 38152 USA Contact Information: Professor Danielle McNamara dsmcnamara1@gmail.com Phone: 901-678-2326 Fax: 901-678-2579 The University of Montana Japanese & Applied Ling: Visiting Instructor/Asst Prof, U Montana http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-375.html Rank: Visiting Instructor / Assistant Professor Posted on: 31-Jan-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Literature Language(s): Japanese Employer: The University of Montana Department: Modern & Classical Languages & Literatures Application Address: Dr. Robert Acker The University of Montana Modern & Classical Languages & Literatures Missoula, MT 59812 USA Contact Information: Phyllis Duran mcll@mso.umt.edu Phone: (406)243-5942 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 112 The University of Nottingham English/Sociolinguistics: Lecturer, The University of Nottingham http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1585.html Rank: Lecturer Posted on: 19-May-2008 Deadline: 30-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Sociolinguistics Language(s): English Employer: The University of Nottingham Department: School of English Studies Job Description Lecturer in Sociolinguistics Reference: CJ26600A Closing Date: Friday 30 May 2008 Salary: £30,012 to £40,335 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience (salary can progress to £46,759 per annum, subject to performance). This full-time, permanent post is available from 1 September 2008. The Modern English Language Section of the School of English Studies requires a Lecturer in Sociolinguistics. Applications are invited from any area of applied sociolinguistics, although specialisation in discourse approaches, pragmatics or professional communication may be an advantage. Candidates should have a PhD, or a PhD near completion, together with notable research outputs or potential. Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr L Mullany, Email: Louise.Mullany@Nottingham.ac.uk. Further information about the School is available at the website listed above. Further information about the position can be found on the University of Nottingham HR page listed below. Interview date: 16 June 2008. The University of Oxford English & Experimental Phonetics: Researcher, U Oxford http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1507.html Rank: Researcher Posted on: 06-May-2008 Deadline: 15-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Phonetics Language(s): English Employer: The University of Oxford Department: Phonetics Laboratory Job Description Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Phonetics Laboratory Grade 7: Salary £27,466 - £33,780 p.a. (with effect 01 May 2008) An interdisciplinary project studying human speech production has an opening for a Research Associate. We will study the rules that people use to pronounce new words and, more generally, to understand the mechanisms involved in pronunciation. The project involves non-invasive experiments on human subjects, acoustic measurements of speech, speech recognition, and signal processing. The project is an extensive test of exemplar models, primarily as applied to speech production. We seek applicants with experience relevant to one or more of these areas. Completion of the requirements for a relevant doctoral degree by the start date is required. The principal duties of the postholder will be: (i) Recruiting and managing subjects; (ii) participating in experimental design and stimulus generation; (iii) data collection, documentation and data management; and (iv) participating in the data analysis. The postholder will be expected to contribute to scientific publications. The appointment is anticipated to be for 31 months, with an anticipated start date of 01 September 2008. Salary will be dependent on skills and experience. Applications should be sent by email or alternatively to Ms Celia Glyn at the application address listed below. Informal enquiries may be addressed to Greg Kochanski. Further particulars concerning this opening, Contact Information: Svenja Adolphs Svenja.Adolphs@nottingham.ac.uk LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 113 and information about how to apply, may be found on our web site at phon.ox.ac.uk/jobs/exemplar2_FP.html . Job Description Young children do not conceive of spoken language as consisting of conventional words, probably until they have learned to read and write. The building blocks they use and recognize do not initially correspond to what we call words, but rather to larger constituents and constructions. Children learn chunks and then gradually break up these constructions into smaller units such as words and morphemes. The proposed research is a psycholinguistic study that aims to, first, investigate what these building blocks are, and, second, trace changes in the use and awareness of these building blocks in relation to two factors: the acquisition of literacy and typological differences between languages. In this project, two groups of children, pre-readers and readers, of three different linguistic backgrounds (monolingual Dutch, monolingual Turkish, and bilingual Dutch/Turkish), are presented with experimental tasks that measure the use (in on-line experiments) and awareness (in off-line experiments) of building blocks at the level of morphemes, words and constructions. After a joint data collection phase, Study 1 will focus on the impact of the acquisition of literacy, and Study 2 on the influence of typological differences. Application Address: Ms. Celia Glyn Phonetics Laboratory, 41 Wellington Square Oxford, OX1 2JF United Kingdom Contact Information: Dr. Greg Kochanski greg.kochanski@phon.ox.ac.uk Phone: +44 1865 270446 Tilburg University Dutch; Turkish & Psycholing: Post Doc & PhD Candidate, Tilburg U http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1065.html Rank: Post Doc & PhD Candidate Posted on: 01-Apr-2008 Deadline: 20-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): Psycholinguistics Literacy Language(s): Dutch Turkish Employer: Tilburg University Department: Language and Culture Application Address: Ad Backus Faculty of Arts Tilburg University Tilburg, NL-5000 LE Netherlands Contact Information: Ad Backus a.m.backus@uvt.nl LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 114 Toshiba Research Europe, Cambridge Research Lab Speech Synthesis: Research Engineer, Toshiba Research Europe http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1620.html Rank: Research Engineer Posted on: 20-May-2008 Deadline: 16-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Speech Synthesis Language(s): Employer: Toshiba Research Europe, Cambridge Research Lab Department: Speech Technology Group Job Description We are looking for a research engineer to contribute to the creation of the next generation of Toshiba TTS. Required skills: - PhD in related subject or equivalent industry expertise - Good knowledge of statistical pattern processing - Good software skills in C, Python and Linux - Good English and communication skills Preferred skills: - Bachelors degree in Electronic Engineering or Computer Science - Track record of international publications in field - Knowledge of signal processing - Industrial coding experience - Experience of working in a team systems for deployment in North America and Europe. Based in the beautiful city of Cambridge, England, we have close links with the University of Cambridge. An attractive salary and benefit package is available. Applicants should send a CV and a covering letter to the e-mail provided below. Contact Information: Dr Kate Knill kate.knill@crl.toshiba.co.uk Toshiba Research Europe Ltd Spanish: Consultant, Toshiba Research Europe Ltd http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1751.html Rank: Consultant Posted on: 02-Jun-2008 Deadline: 14-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Speech synthesis Language(s): Spanish Employer: Toshiba Research Europe Ltd Department: Speech Technology Group Job Description We are looking for someone who can help us assess the quality of our text-to-speech synthesis system. The language is Spanish as spoken in the US. You will be required to draw up a list of 100 or so diagnostic sentences --- sentences that will reveal likely problems in our TTS system. You will send us the text, we will synthesise them, and send you the audio files. Then you will listen to the audio, critique them, and send us your comments. We pay approximately $US35 per hour. - Knowledge of other major European languages The CRL Speech Technology Group (STG) is a multinational team of dynamic individuals. Established in 2002, we perform mid-to-long term research for Toshiba’s speech recognition and synthesis systems. Together with speech groups in Toshiba RDC, Japan, and Toshiba China, we also contribute to the development of LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Knowledge of US Spanish and speech synthesis essential. Contact Information: Art Blokland ablokland@crl.toshiba.co.uk Page 115 - Experience with assessment of ESL - Experience with pedagogical technologies Truman State University English & Applied Ling: Temp Instructor/Asst Prof, Truman State U http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1744.html Rank: Temporary Instructor/Assistant Professor Posted on: 30-May-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Language(s): English Employer: Truman State University Department: English & Linguistics Job Description Position: Temporary Instructor or Assistant Professor in Linguistics - ESL/TESOL, beginning August 18, 2008. This position is renewable for up to three additional years depending on university and department needs (for a possibility of 4 years total). Responsibilities: Teaching an equated 12-credit-hour load each semester (including administrative responsibilities), including courses in the undergraduate linguistics major, ESL, and coordinating efforts with the Department of Education towards an add-on ESOL certification option for the MAE degree. Required Qualifications: - ABD in applied linguistics, TESOL, or related field - Evidence of classroom teaching effectiveness in ESL - Evidence of excellent communication skills in English - Evidence of scholarly activity in applied linguistics, TESOL, or related field Preferred Qualifications: - PhD in applied linguistics, TESOL, or related field - Evidence of teaching effectiveness in linguistics - Experience teaching a course on second language acquisition - Experience involving undergraduate students in research and/or service learning Salary: Salary commensurate with experience; benefits package includes life, health and disability insurance, retirement contributions, and partial reimbursement for moving expenses. The University: Truman State University is a vibrant community of teacher-scholars with a highly-selective student body. Truman is a residential university focused on providing its 5,800 students with broad liberal arts experiences and depth of study in 49 undergraduate majors and six graduate programs. Truman is nationally recognized for the quality of educational opportunities it offers students and for its leadership in the assessment of student learning and continuous improvement. For the eleventh consecutive year, Truman, Missouri's public liberal arts and sciences university, has been recognized as the No. 1 Public University in the Midwest Region Master's Category by US News & World Report. Located in Kirksville, Truman plays a pivotal role in the life of a thriving rural community served by commuter air service and Amtrak. More information about Truman State University can be found at www.truman.edu. Applications: Send letter of application, vita, graduate and undergraduate transcripts (copies acceptable, official copies of graduate transcripts required prior to hiring), a statement of teaching philosophy, three recent letters of recommendation, names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses of three references, and evidence of teaching effectiveness to the application address listed below. Review of applications will begin June 6, 2008, and continue until the position is filled. Truman State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 116 Application Address: Chair Dr. Priscilla Riggle Truman State University Department of English & Linguistics, MC 310 Kirksville, MO 63501 USA Contact Information: Dr. Priscilla Riggle, Chair priggle@truman.edu Phone: (660) 785-4483 Fax: (660) 785-7486 so relate it to the research interests described in the announcement. As tree automata play a central role in our work, candidates with research interests related to the theory or application of tree automata have an advantage. However, we emphasize that researchers with other interests in the broad area of natural and formal languages are also welcome to apply. See the announcement for detailed information on how to apply. If you feel uncertain about whether or not it would be meaningful for you to apply, please feel free to contact Frank Drewes. He will also be glad to answer any other kind of question regarding the announcement or the application procedure. Contact Information: Umea University Computational Linguistics: Post Doc, Umea University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1784.html Rank: Post Doc Posted on: 03-Jun-2008 Deadline: 15-Aug-2008 Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Formal Languages Language(s): Employer: Umea University Department: Computing Science Job Description Umea University, Sweden, has announced a two-year postdoctoral research position in the group Natural and Formal Language (NFL) at the Department of Computing Science. Candidates for this position should have an interest in formal language theory and its application to problems in computational linguistics and language technology, including techniques to process and map formally defined languages such as XML, logic, etc. The exact wording of the announcement can be found at Frank Drewes drewes@cs.umu.se Universitaet Stuttgart General & German Ling: Replacement Full Prof, U Stuttgart http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1785.html Rank: Replacement Full Professor Posted on: 03-Jun-2008 Deadline: 20-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Language(s): German, Standard Employer: Universitaet Stuttgart Department: Institut fuer Linguistik / Germanistik Job Description Am Institut für Linguistik/Germanistik an der Universität Stuttgart ist eine Vertretung für die Professur für Allgemeine und Germanistische Sprachwissenschaft ab dem 1. Oktober 2008 für ein Jahr (mit der Möglichkeit umu.se/umu/aktuellt/arkiv/lediga_tjanster/315-2172-89-08eng.htmlder Verlängerung um ein weiteres Jahr) zu vergeben. Umea University offers a pleasant, cooperative and relatively unconstrained environment in which you can Die Stelleninhaberin/der Stelleninhaber soll die pursue your own research goals. We are particularly Allgemeine und Germanistische Sprachwissenschaft im interested in applicants who have earned their doctorates Sinne des Stuttgarter Profils vertreten und within the past five years who can convincingly describe weiterentwickeln. Die Stelleninhaberin/der Stelleninhaber their own perspective and research program, and in doing soll aktiv in den bestehen Projekten mitwirken und LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 117 übernimmt gleichzeitig die Leitung des Sprachenzentrums. In der Lehre wird die Mitwirkung in den bestehenden Studiengängen (Lehramt, Magister, BA/MA, Promotion) in Höhe von 7-9 SWS erwartet. Die Stelle wird von der VolkswagenStiftung und der Fritz Thyssen Stiftung im Rahmen der Förderinitiative "Pro Geisteswissenschaften" finanziert. Das Gehalt orientiert sich an dem W3 Grundgehalt. Bewerbungen mit Lebenslauf und den üblichen Unterlagen sowie einer Darstellung eines eigenen Forschungsschwerpunktes werden elektronisch bis zum 20. Juni 2008 bzw. bis zur Besetzung der Stelle an Klaus von Heusinger erbeten. - enseigner dans les programmes de premier et de deuxième cycles en linguistique et en enseignement du français. Il devra principalement assurer les cours de phonétique, tout en pouvant intervenir dans un ou plusieurs des champs suivants : psycholinguistique, sociolinguistique, linguistique informatique. La capacité d'enseigner dans les champs de la grammaire du français ou de la lexicologie/terminologie serait un atout supplémentaire ; - encadrer des étudiants dans la réalisation de leur projet de maîtrise ; - poursuivre ou développer des projets de recherche dans les domaines concernés ; - participer activement au développement, à l’implantation et à la gestion des programmes ; - fournir des services à la communauté universitaire et régionale dans ses champs de compétence. Exigences Contact Information: Prof. Dr. Klaus von Heusinger Klaus.vonHeusinger@ling.uni-stuttgart.de Universite du Quebec a Chicoutimi French & Phonétique: Asst Prof, Universite du Quebec a Chicoutimi http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1537.html Rank: Assistant Professor Posted on: 09-May-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Phonetics Phonétique, linguistique informatique, socio- ou p Language(s): French Employer: Universite du Quebec a Chicoutimi Department: Arts et lettres Job Description Le Département des arts et lettres de l’Université du Québec à Chicoutimi cherche à combler un poste de professeur en linguistique pour oeuvrer dans ses programmes de linguistique et de formation à l’enseignement Tâches Le candidat devra : Le candidat devra : - détenir un doctorat en linguistique avec une spécialisation pertinente, tout en faisant preuve d’une certaine polyvalence lui permettant d’oeuvrer dans un ou plusieurs des autres champs identifiés ; - démontrer un intérêt pour l’enseignement, par exemple en joignant les évaluations de cours et plans de cours disponibles ; - démontrer une aptitude à la recherche en joignant des publications pertinentes ; - démontrer une volonté et une expérience d’engagement dans le service à la collectivité. Traitement Le traitement est établi selon les qualifications et l'expérience. Conditions de Travail Les conditions de travail sont régies par la convention collective en vigueur. Lieu de Travail Le lieu de travail est Chicoutimi et, occasionnellement, LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 118 les centres d’études. Entrée en Fonction 1er décembre 2008 Modalités Générales Conformément aux exigences relatives à l'immigration au Canada, ce poste est offert prioritairement aux citoyens canadiens et aux résidents permanents du Canada. L’enseignement et la vie académique à l’UQAC se déroulent en français. Toute candidature sera traitée confidentiellement. Les personnes intéressées doivent faire parvenir leur curriculum vitae complet contenant des photocopies de diplômes, des copies de vos relevés de notes de même que trois lettres de recommandation adressées confidentiellement, en spécifiant bien le numéro du concours (VRER-453), sur support papier seulement, avant 17 h le 6 juin 2008, à l'adresse ci-dessous. Le masculin est utilisé à titre épicène. L’UQAC souscrit aux principes d’équité en matière d’emploi. University College London Modified: Developmental Cog Neuroling: Post Doc, U College London http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1702.html Rank: Post Doc Posted on: 08-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Neurolinguistics Language(s): Employer: University College London Department: Psychology and Language Sciences Division Job Description Postdoctoral Research Scientist in Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience UCL-DLDCN Centre Psychology and Language Sciences Division Salary: Grade 7 pt 29: £30,115 starting salary (inclusive of London Allowance). A full time postdoctoral research scientist position is available at the UCL Centre for Developmental Language Disorders and Cognitive Neuroscience (ucl.ac.uk/DLDCN), University College London, UK. The post holder will primarily be the post-doctoral scientist working on the UK part of a 6-country partner project investigating specific language impairment cross-linguistically: 'Cross-linguistic Language Diagnosis' (CLAD). He/she will be primarily responsible for the electrophysiological investigations of language in language impaired, dyslexic and typically developing children, supported by project researchers from Italy and Austria. In addition, he/she will be expected to contribute to the general mission of the DLDCN Centre with respect to understanding language disorders and the relations between brain, language and cognition. For more information and how to apply, please visit the application address listed below. Informal enquiries may be made to: h.vanderlely@ucl.ac.uk Applications should be sent to Prof. H. van der Lely, quoting "CLAD-UK Admin Details" in the subject header. Application Address: Francine Belle-Isle , Madame Vice-recteur à l'enseignement et à la recherche 555, boulevard de l'Université Chicoutimi, Quebec G7H 2B1 Canada Contact Information: Dr Gleider Hernandez Gleider_Hernandez@uqac.ca Phone: +1 418-545-5011 5276 Fax: +1 418-545-5012 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 119 Interviews are expected to be held in the middle of June. Job Description Applications are invited for a full-time Research Associate post in the Division of Psychology and Language Sciences, UCL. The postholder will play a central role in a Wellcome Trust funded project that examines auditory specialization for native language phonemes. The project will involve cross-language comparisons of phonetic perception by native speakers of English, Japanese, and Sinhala, using both behavioural and MEG measures. The project will be under the direction of Paul Iverson and Stuart Rosen, with MEG work in collaboration with Alex Leff and Tim Griffiths (Wellcome Trust Centre for Neuroimaging). The ideal candidate would have experience conducting high-quality speech perception research, knowledge of MEG or EEG, and a good ability to recruit subjects. The appointment will be for three years, at grade 7, spine point 29 to 36 (depending on experience): £27,466 £33,780 per annum + £2,649 London Weighting. Informal enquiries are welcome and should be directed to Paul Iverson. Further details can be found at langsci.ucl.ac.uk/speech/jobs.php UCL Taking Action For Equality Application Address: Prof. H. van der Lely UCL-Centre for Developmental Language Disorders and Cognitive Neuroscience Psychology and Language Sciences Division London, WC1X 8WD United Kingdom Contact Information: Prof. Heather van der Lely h.vanderlely@ucl.ac.uk Phone: +44 20 79051292 University College London Phonetics: Research Associate, University College London http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1849.html Rank: Research Associate Posted on: 10-Jun-2008 Deadline: 04-Jul-2008 Ling Field(s): Phonetics Language(s): Employer: University College London Department: Speech, Hearing & Phonetic Sciences Research Dept Application Address: Ms Stefanie Anyadi Division of Psychology and Language Sciences Chandler House London, WC1N 1PF United Kingdom Contact Information: Paul Iverson p.iverson@ucl.ac.uk Phone: 02076794224 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 120 University College London Cognitive Science: Lectureship/Sr. Lectureship, U College London http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1393.html Rank: Lectureship/Senior Lectureship/Readership Posted on: 23-Apr-2008 Deadline: 15-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Cognitive Science Linguistic Science Language(s): Employer: University College London Department: Job Description The UCL Cognitive, Perceptual and Brain Research Department, within the Division of Psychology and Language Sciences, invites applications for a Lectureship/Senior Lectureship (with the possibility of appointment at a higher level for an outstanding applicant) from candidates with a strong research record in any area of cognitive and linguistic research relating to deafness, cognition and language. The successful applicant will have an outstanding record or show exceptional promise as independent researchers in any area of cognitive and Linguistic Sciences relating to deafness, cognition and language; they will be inspiring teachers and have successful experience as supervisor of postgraduate research. The successful applicant will also serve as co-director of the Deafness, Cognition and Language (DCAL) Research Centre. DCAL, established in 2006 with £4m of funding (for 2006-2010) from the Economic and Social Research Council, is a unique interdisciplinary research centre devoted to the study of deafness and sign language. Professor Woll is the Centre Director (Professor Vigliocco and Dr Morgan are co-directors). Within the newly established division of Psychology and Language Sciences, DCAL is part of the Cognitive, Perceptual and Brain Research Department, that offers a top research and teaching environment (receiving a 5* at the latest nationwide Research Assessment Exercise). In the Department, research focuses on behaviour and its neural underpinnings and covers behavioural neuroscience, perceptual and cognitive sciences and cognitive neuroscience. In addition to DCAL, members of the research department are directly involved in several other research centres and institutes including the ESRC Centre for Economic Learning and Social Evolution (ELSE), the Institute of Behavioural Neuroscience (IBN), the Birkbeck/UCL Centre for Neuroimaging (BUCNI) and the Centre for Mathematics and Physics in the Life Sciences and Experimental Biology (CoMPLEX). They further contribute to the Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience (ICN) and the Wellcome Department of Imaging Neuroscience. Research facilities available to members of staff comprise state-of-the-art equipment for most types of behavioural research (including a multimodal communication laboratory), scanning facilities (MRI) and TMS facilities. Members of the Cognitive, Perceptual and Brain Sciences Research Department contribute to teaching in the undergraduate programme in Psychology and Linguistics and to several postgraduate courses in psychology and language sciences. The salary will be on salary grade 7 point 33 (£30,912) to grade 9 point 49 (£49,606) plus London allowance (£2649) according to experience. The post is available from 1st September 2008 or as soon as possible thereafter. Further information is available at: dcal.ucl.ac.uk/Vacancies/vacancies_opp.html Informal enquiries can be made to Professor Bencie Woll, DCAL Director. A completed application form and equal opportunities form, a CV with publications list, brief summary of research achievements and plans, names and contact details of three referees should be sent to Dr Manjula Patrick. If applying by e-mail, please submit all requested information in one file as surname.pdf. to m.laverty@ucl.ac.uk Unfortunately we cannot write to applicants who are not short listed. Application Address: Dr Manjula Patrick DCAL, University College London 49 Gordon Square London, WC1H 0PD United Kingdom LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 121 Contact Information: Professor Bencie Woll b.woll@ucl.ac.uk allowance (£2,649), according to experience. Further information is available at the website listed above. Informal enquiries can be made to Prof John Harris (+ 44 (0) 20 7679 4042, john.harris@ucl.ac.uk) or to the Head of Department, Dr Hans van de Koot (+ 44 (0) 20 7679 4049, h.v.d.koot@ucl.ac.uk). We particularly welcome female applicants and those from an ethnic minority, as they are under-represented within UCL at these levels. University College London Phonology: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Reader, U College London http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1715.html Rank: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Reader Posted on: 29-May-2008 Deadline: 29-Aug-2008 Ling Field(s): Phonology Language(s): Employer: University College London Department: Linguistics Research Department Job Description The Linguistics Research Department at UCL is looking for a phonologist with a strong commitment to world-class research. The appointment will be at Lecturer level (equivalent to Assistant Professor) or at Senior Lecturer/Reader level (equivalent to Associate Professor). The ideal candidate has some years of postdoctoral experience and a record of high-quality publications commensurate with the stage of their academic career. You will contribute to the department's research, teaching, graduate supervision, and administration. The Linguistics Research Department has recently become part of a new Division of Psychology and Language Sciences at UCL, which offers enhanced opportunities for cross-disciplinary clinical research. The appointment also follows a move to newly refurbished premises where the infrastructure exists for the successful applicant to build up their own research team. Applicants will hold a doctorate in phonology and will be engaged in a program of original research that enhances the department's research portfolio and that can give rise to PhD projects and applications for research funding. The successful applicant will start work at UCL on 1 September 2009. The position is a permanent one, with a three-year probationary period (equivalent to tenure track). The appointment will be made within grade 7 point 33 (£30,912) to grade 9 point 49 (£49,606) plus London Application Address: Ms Stefanie Anyadi Division of Psychology and Language Sciences Chandler House London, WC1N 1 PF United Kingdom Contact Information: Ms Stefanie Anyadi s.anyadi@ucl.ac.uk Phone: +44 (0) 20 7679 4224 University of Aarhus Danish/English & Lang & Communication: PhD Scholarship, U Aarhus http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-874.html Rank: PhD Scholarship Posted on: 12-Mar-2008 Deadline: 13-May-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Language & Business Communication Language(s): Danish Employer: University of Aarhus Department: Management Job Description PhD scholarships Scholarship no.: 544-0115 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 122 The Department of Language and Business Communication at the Aarhus School of Business, University of Aarhus, invites applications for 1-3 PhD scholarships. The successful candidates will be expected to take up appointment by 1 August 2008 or as soon as possible thereafter. The Department of Language and Business Communication is a large department which is primarily engaged in business-oriented humanities education and research. We invite applications for projects on language and/or communication in business contexts. The projects must focus on either: 1. The use of English, German, Spanish or French in technical, legal, economic or other business contexts, possibly as contrasted with Danish, or 2. Corporate communication, preferably as used in one of the geographical areas in which one of the languages mentioned is spoken and possibly as contrasted with Danish. We are particularly interested in projects within the area of English language and communication for business or other specialised purposes. An area of special interest to the department is technical English. Therefore projects to be based on English-language data will be given priority. As regards projects to be based on German-language data, we are interested in proposals within corporate communication; and as regards projects envisaging the use of French data, we are especially interested in proposals on the use of French in technical or economic contexts. In any case, the proposed projects must be compatible with the research profile of one of the following research groups/centres at the department: - Knowledge Communication - Translation & Interpreting - Corporate Communication Applicants must have a Master’s degree in English, German, Spanish or French, depending on the language involved in the proposed project. In line with the priority we give to projects based on English-language data, we will give priority to candidates with a Master’s degree in English, preferably in English for special purposes. For a complete overview of the department’s research and teaching areas and for further information about being LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 a doctoral student at our department, please see the department website: asb.dk/isek Conditions of employment A PhD scholarship has a duration of three years. For further information on admission criteria and ASB’s PhD programme, please go to: asb.dk/research/phd.aspx. Application The deadline for application for the scholarship is Monday 13 May 2008 at 12.00 noon. The application must be submitted on a special application form which can be downloaded from: hha.dk/sekr/fuu/anskemaeng.doc or requested from Kirsten H. Fynsk, tel. +45 8948 6567, email: PhD@asb.dk. The application and attachments must be submitted in sets, without binding in five copies by ordinary mail to Kirsten H. Fynsk, or via e-mail to PhD@asb.dk. For the full details of the job announcement and applications requirements please refer to www.asb.dk/about/available Application Address: Kirsten Fynsk , Attn: Aarhus School of Business, University of Aarhus Management Office, Fuglesangs Allé 4 Aarhus V, 8210 Denmark Contact Information: Kirsten Fynsk kihf@asb.dk Phone: +45 8948 6567 Page 123 Duties: University of Aizu Applied Linguistics: Asst/Assoc/Full Prof, University of Aizu http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-171.html Rank: Professor, Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor Posted on: 15-Jan-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Language(s): Employer: University of Aizu Department: Center for Language Research Job Description Center for Language Research, School of Computer Science and Engineering University of Aizu, Japan Subject: Faculty Search Now accepting applications for tenured positions at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level, based on qualifications. Starting Date: At a mutually convenient date between April 1 and October 1, 2008 Application Review Begins: February 25, 2008 Qualifications: - Doctorate (in hand or nearly complete), with specialization(s) in applied linguistics, corpus linguistics, testing and assessment, technical communication, English for science and technology, computer-assisted language learning, or related areas. - Scholarly publications, presentations, and professional experience - Native or near-native English-speaker proficiency - Ability to teach/research academic and workplace English for students, faculty, and working professionals in computer science, IT, and related technical/business fields Teach four to five courses per semester (one course meets for 90 minutes each week), develop original innovative instruction, participate in projects, serve on committees, conduct research, network internationally, and publish widely Salary: Based on experience, qualifications, and rank assigned Benefits: - Subsidized furnished housing in faculty apartments within walking distance of the university - Large, well-equipped private office in modern building - New-employee allowance for computer equipment - Well-equipped, air-conditioned, high-tech classrooms - Annual budget for research, domestic conference travel, academic memberships, etc. - Eligibility for one annual overseas conference trip - Internal grant opportunities for special research projects/conferences - Consulting and other business activities permitted - Subsidies for special extra-curricular classes - Winter utilities allowance - Two bonuses per year - Full-time employment till age 65 with retirement and health benefits - One-way transportation costs to Aizuwakamatsu - Shipping expense allowance - Scenic setting close to ski and hot spring resorts, national parks, rivers, lakes, mountains, museums, castle, historical district, shopping - Only two and a half hours from Tokyo by train Submission Package: LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 124 1) Cover letter 2) CV 3) Copies of two representative papers 4) Three recent letters of recommendation 5) Photocopies of university diplomas 6) URLs of any online work or educational materials All documents should be sent to the address or email given below (hardcopy or digital accepted). The University of Aizu is the first university in Japan solely dedicated to computer science and engineering. It has approximately 1,200 students at the undergraduate and graduate level, and about half of its faculty are non-Japanese, coming from roughly 12 different countries. The University is officially bilingual and all official meetings/documents are conducted/printed in both English and Japanese. The University of Aizu is located in Aizuwakamatsu City, a historic castle town of scenic beauty with a population of nearly 120,000. For more information about the university, please visit our web page: u-aizu.ac.jp/ University of Amsterdam General Linguistics: PhD candidate, University of Amsterdam http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-739.html Rank: PhD Candidate Posted on: 06-Mar-2008 Deadline: 16-Mar-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Language(s): Employer: University of Amsterdam Department: Faculty of Humanities Job Description The Amsterdam Centre for Language and Communication (ACLC) focuses on the description and explanations for variation in languages and language use. Despite their enormous variety, languages show a remarkable degree of similarity, which can be described in terms of a set of language universals. A key feature of the ACLC approach is that these universals are studied from the widest possible variety of perspectives, both descriptive and theoretical, in order to ensure that the findings are not accidental, but are truly representative of the basic parameters that govern the organization of natural languages. The ACLC includes both functional and formal approaches to language description and encourages dialogue between these approaches. Studies cover all aspects of speech and languages: phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics and pragmatics - in a search for the Language Blueprint. Language typology, including that of creole and signed languages, plays an important part in the ACLC programme. Language variation in terms of time, space and context is also a specialisation. The study of variation in the different types of language user - from the child learning her first language to the adult second language learner including also different types of language pathology - is a clear focus. There are 4 PhD positions with a duration of 3 years available as of September 1st, 2008. See the ACLC website (listed above) under Vacancies for the details w.r.t. the 4 positions. For 3 of these positions the deadline of submission is March 16, for the 4th position it is April 12. See our website for all details. Application Address: Professor Yuko Kesen Attn: CLR Faculty Selection Committee Office of Planning and Management Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima 965-8580 Japan Contact Information: Professor Thomas Orr t-orr@u-aizu.ac.jp LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 125 Contact Information: dr Els Verheugd els.verheugd@uva.nl Phone: +31205252543 be a Hispanic-serving institution, and the English Department and the EL/L program seek to expand our work with underrepresented cultures and underserved constituencies. Additional Minimum Qualifications: - Knowledge of instructional design, Web 2.0 applications, web development tools as applicable to computer-mediated language teaching - Evidence of a promising trajectory in research and publication - PhD by August 2008 Preferred qualifications: - Knowledge of tools such as Flash, Dreamweaver, Javascript/Java - Language teaching experience (desirably but not essentially English as a Second Language) - or familiarity with issues in language assessment and testing - Multicultural experience For full details and the online application form, see the posting at uacareertrack.com (cite job #39877). Include letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and a representative writing/publication sample in the online application. Please send three letters of reference and a transcript of graduate coursework directly to Professor Rudolph Troike, Chair, EL/L Search Committee at the address given below. Review of completed applications will begin February 1, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. Interviews with finalists will be by telephone. For more information on the English Department and the EL/L and SLAT programs, go to web.arizona.edu/~english/ and w3.coh.arizona.edu/slat/ The University of Arizona is an EEO/AA Employer M/W/D/V. University of Arizona Instructional Tech, Second Lang Teaching.: Asst Prof, U Arizona http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-24.html Rank: Assistant Professor Posted on: 02-Jan-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Instructional Technology, Second Language Teaching Language(s): Employer: University of Arizona Department: English Job Description Assistant Professor of English: Instructional Technology in Language Teaching (ESL/FL) The Program in English Language/Linguistics in the Department of English, University of Arizona, invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position of Assistant Professor in the field of instructional technology in language teaching, to begin August 2008. The selected candidate will teach courses in the MA/ESL degree program and in the interdisciplinary PhD program in Second Language Acquisition and Teaching (SLAT), as well as at the undergraduate level as appropriate. (All EL/L faculty also serve in the SLAT program.) The individual selected will be expected to conduct an active program of professional research and publication, and contribute to the Department’s commitment to University and community service. Given the strongly multicultural and multilingual nature of our program, we expect to attract candidates with experience and interest in working with diverse students, colleagues, and communities. We particularly encourage applications from women and underrepresented minorities. The Department is located within the College of Humanities, which also includes Africana Studies and East Asian Studies, as well as other language departments. The University of Arizona aims to LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 126 Application Address: Professor Rudolph Troike Chair, EL/L Search Committee Department of English Tucson, AZ 85721-0067 USA University of Berne English & Historical Linguistics: Asst Prof, University of Berne http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1251.html Rank: Assistant Professor Posted on: 11-Apr-2008 Deadline: 23-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Historical Linguistics Language(s): English Employer: University of Berne Department: Department of English Languages and Literatures Job Description The University of Berne announces an Assistant Professorship in English Historical Linguistics in the Department of English Languages and Literatures, starting 1 August 2008 with an employment period of four to six years. Applicants should be able to cover the field of English Historical Linguistics with at least two historical emphases, preferably one of them in the pre-modern era. Applicants should be willing to co-operate with other linguistic disciplines in the Faculty and the Bernese Center for Studies in Language and Society, to be launched on 1 August 2008. Previous experience in negotiating external funding of research projects would be an asset. Academic requirements for this position are a completed PhD plus a “Habilitation” or equivalent qualifications (e.g. a second book). The University of Berne is committed to equal opportunities in employment, in particular to increasing the number of women in senior academic positions. Women are therefore encouraged to apply. Applications giving details of qualifications, experience, and specific areas of teaching offered, together with a CV and the names of not more than three referees should be sent in paper form to the application address listed below. In addition, we expect candidates to submit electronic Contact Information: Professor Rudolph Troike rtroike@email.arizona.edu University of Arizona Computational Linguistics: Visiting Professor, U Arizona http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1281.html Rank: Visiting Professor Posted on: 14-Apr-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Employer: University of Arizona Department: Linguistics Job Description The University of Arizona, Linguistics Department seeks applications for a full-time non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professor position. The teaching involves 4 courses, including Ling 178 (Mathematics of Language and Linguistics) and TBA for Fall 2008; either Ling 439/539 (Statistical Natural Language Processing) and/or Ling 581 (Advanced Computational Linguistics) and/or TBA for Spring 2009, contingent on availability of funding. The candidate is expected/encouraged to participate in research, discussion groups, and other activities in the department. UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction; and more. Contact Information: Kimberley Young, Business Manager kky@email.arizona.edu Phone: 520-621-9274 Fax: 520-626-9014 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 127 copies of their CVs and lists of publications to silvia.roesselet@histdek.unibe.ch Contact Information: Prof. Dr. Elke Hentschel jasam@germ.unibe.ch Application Address: Silvia Roesselet Dekanat der Philosophisch-historischen Fakultät Universität Bern 3000 Bern 9, 3000 Switzerland University of Bielefeld Cognitive Interaction Technology: Asst Prof, U Bielefeld http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-941.html Rank: Assistant Professor Posted on: 20-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Cognitive Interaction Technology Language(s): Employer: University of Bielefeld Department: Cluster of Excellence 277 Contact Information: Prof. Dr. Richard Watts watts@ens.unibe.ch University of Berne, Switzerland German Phonetics Or Dialectology: Asst Prof, University of Berne http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-943.html Rank: Assistant Professor Posted on: 20-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Phonetics Sociolinguistics German Phonetics or Dialectology Language(s): Employer: University of Berne, Switzerland Department: German Department Job Description 'Oberassistenz' Qualification required: PhD in German linguistics Volume of employment: 50% Teaching load: 2 hours per semester The position, starting September 1st, 2008, is meant to give the job holder a chance to habilitate. For further information, see also jobs.unibe.ch/detail.asp?ID=3053&KatID=2 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 128 Job Description The Cluster of Excellence 277 'Cognitive Interaction Technology' is inviting applications for Junior research group leader positions. (W1, tenure track option W2) on a topic pertinent to Cognitive Interaction Technology. The research groups will comprise the tenure-track position (assistant prof. level) of the group leader plus funding resources for a junior research group (1- 2 researchers plus equipment). We invite applicants from any of the pertinent fields such as computer science, linguistics, biology, psychology, physics and cognitive science. Applicants should denote their field of expertise and provide a research plan (duration 3 years) aiming to advance a basic or applied research question within the broader subject area of Cognitive Interaction Technology and feasible within the resources of the available group. Applications will be selected according to their scientific originality and the qualification of the applicant in his or her denoted field of expertise. Candidates will be expected to participate very actively in the Excellence Cluster and to be seriously interested in cross-disciplinary work at the interface between technology and cognition research. Candidates must hold a university and a qualified PhD degree in a pertinent field, and a significant research record. We welcome applications from severely handicapped people. We particularly welcome applications from women. Given equal suitability, qualifications and professional achievement women will be given preference, unless particular circumstances pertaining to a male applicant predominate. We will consider applications until all positions have been filled. Applications arriving no later than 16 April 2008 will be guaranteed to receive full consideration. The following documents are requested in PDF format: project proposal (4 pages), curriculum vitae, publication list, brief statements of research and teaching interests, names and addresses of two references. Contact Information: Prof. Gerhard Jaeger Gerhard.Jaeger@uni-bielefeld.de University of Calgary Second Language Acquisition: Post Doc, University of Calgary http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1551.html Rank: Post Doc Posted on: 13-May-2008 Deadline: 02-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Language Acquisition Second Language Acquisition Language(s): Employer: University of Calgary Department: Language Research Centre Job Description The Language Research Centre of the University of Calgary invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in second language studies, including one or more of the following areas: second language acquisition, second language pedagogy, the use of technology in support of these domains. The fellowship will be held at the LRC for a twelve-month period, beginning at a mutually agreed upon date between July 1 and September 1, 2008. The term of the fellowship will be for one year. Purpose: Associated with the University's Language Research Centre (LRC) and collaborating with a wide variety of units studying second language phenomena, the Fellowship holder will be expected to undertake an appropriate research programme in the domain of Language Learning and Literacy. The purpose of the fellowship is to provide an opportunity for scholars who have recently completed doctoral studies to pursue further their chosen areas of scholarly research. The post-doctoral fellow will have an office in the LRC and will have the use of the University's Library facilities. They will be expected to share their research in a public lecture and to involve themselves in the community of scholars working at the LRC and focusing on a variety of languages. The Fellowship offers the possibility of work in a Application Address: Prof. Dr. Helge Ritter Excellence Cluster Cognitive Interaction Technology Bielefeld University Bielefeld, D-33501 Germany LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 129 multi-disciplinary context with a team of researchers committed to both theoretical and applied research. The Fellowship offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Fellows may also augment the stipend by teaching up to a maximum of one full course. Eligibility: All applicants must include proof of the date the PhD was or will be conferred. Candidates in the final year of their doctoral programmes who wish to apply may do so on the clear understanding that the award will be withdrawn if all academic requirements for the degree are not completed by September 1, 2008. Application Procedure: Applications must contain (i) a curriculum vitae; (ii) a current transcript; (iii) a detailed statement of the research proposal in a form that makes the applicant's research project understandable to experts in his or her own discipline; and (iv) a descriptive title and abstract of 150 words directed to an interdisciplinary adjudication committee. Two copies of the application are to be submitted to the LRC. It is particularly important that the date of Conferment of Degree and official Masters and Doctoral transcripts be included. Applicants are to provide names of three scholars whose opinion the LRC may seek. It normally solicits additional external assessments. The applicant's list of referees is to be submitted on a separate page that includes their addresses, telephone and fax numbers, and email addresses. Application Forms: Application forms are available on the LRC's webpage, listed above or by contacting Dr. Nicholas Zekulin, Director. Email: LRC@ucalgary.ca All applications and documentation should be received at the LRC no later than Monday, June 2, 2008 at 4:30 p.m. local time. Candidates will be informed about the outcome of the competition by July 15, 2008. Contact Information: Rose Ferronato rferrona@ucalgary.ca Phone: (403) 210-9561 Fax: (403) 210-8108 University of Chicago South Asian Languages: Senior Research Assoc/Director, U Chicago http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-806.html Rank: Senior Research Associate/Director Posted on: 10-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): General Linguistics South Asian Languages Language(s): Employer: University of Chicago Department: SALRC Job Description Director of the South Asia Language Resource Center (SALRC) The Department of South Asian Languages and Civilizations seeks applications for a Senior Research Associate to fill the role of full-time Director of the South Asia Language Resource Center (SALRC), a pivotal position for all South Asian language activities. Major position components include grant activities; ensuring the availability and accessibility of completed project and SALRC-created resources; providing language teacher training; and policy leadership to National Resource Centers, other South Asia centers and individuals throughout the US. PhD in a South Asian language with knowledge of other South Asian languages and Title VI center experience required. Management and financial management background, especially experience with government grants and federal regulations preferred, as well as knowledge of current language pedagogy. Prior leadership in South Asian language initiatives and knowledge of language technological applications desirable. Please submit cover letter, CV, and samples of scholarly writing to the application address listed below. Electronic applications will not be accepted. To receive Application Address: Dr. Nicholas Zekulin Language Research Centre, CH D411 University of Calgary Calgary, Alberta T2N 1N4 Canada LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 130 full consideration applications should be received by April 1. The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. 1. Une lettre de demande ; 2. Un Curriculum Vitae avec liste des publications. Les candidat(e)s sont invité(e)s à envoyer les documents sus-mentionnés avant le 30 juin 2008 par courrier électronique à Madame Monique Burston (voir adresse en bas de page), à Madame Fabienne Baider (fabienne@ucy.ac.cy) et à Madame Androulla Koufalidou sous cc (akoufalidou@ucy.ac.cy) en mentionnant ‘Candidature en linguistique’ dans l’objet du courrier. Une parfaite maîtrise de la langue française est exigée et une expérience FLE souhaitable. Les cours à dispenser sont les suivants: 1er semestre Introduction aux outils de recherche (1ere année) Application Address: Alicia Czaplewski , SALRC Search 1130 East 59th Street Chicago, IL 60637 USA Contact Information: Alicia Czaplewski, SALC, University of Chicago aczaplew@uchicago.edu Phone: 1-773-702-8373 Fax: 1-773-834-3254 University of Cyprus French & General Linguistics: Asst Prof, University of Cyprus http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1704.html Rank: Assistant Professor Posted on: 27-May-2008 Deadline: 30-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Language(s): French Employer: University of Cyprus Department: Department of French Studies and Modern Languages Job Description Le Département d’Études françaises et de Langues vivantes de l’Université de Chypre recherche un(e) professeur invité(e) en sciences du langage pour assurer un remplacement pendant l’année académique 2008-2009 (1er septembre 2008 - 31 mai 2009). Le salaire net correspondant au poste de Maître de Conférence invité est de 2.837,70 Euros – 3.253,42 Euros par mois. Les candidat(e)s doivent avoir obtenu le titre de Docteur. Le dossier de candidature comportera les documents suivants: Morphosyntaxe (2e année) 2ème semestre Analyse linguistique du texte (3e année) Syntaxe (2e année) Contact Information: Dr Monique Burston mburston@ucy.ac.cy University of Edinburgh Natural Language Processing: Researcher, University of Edinburgh http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1683.html Rank: Researcher Posted on: 26-May-2008 Deadline: 15-Jul-2008 Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Natural Language Processing Language(s): Employer: University of Edinburgh Department: School of Informatics LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 131 Job Description Post-Doctoral Researcher in Natural Language Processing Job Reference: 3009188 Department: Informatics Job Title: Research Associate Job Function: Academic Job Type: Fixed Term: 36 months Expiry Date: 15 July 2008 Salary Scale: GBP 28,290-33,779 The School of Informatics at the University of Edinburgh invites applications for the post of researcher on the project 'Global Inference for Summarization Using Integer Linear Programming', funded by the EPSRC. This project will design and implement novel models for summarization that break away from the sentence extraction paradigm. The overall aim is to utilize global inference algorithms for the summarization task and demonstrate their superiority over traditional local optimization methods. The position is suitable for a candidate with a PhD in Natural Language Processing, computer science, mathematics, or a related discipline. The successful applicant will have strong programming skills and experience with natural language processing techniques and machine learning. Experience with summarization and/or optimization methods is also desirable. He or she will be responsible for developing summarization models (both extractive and abstractive) within a global inference framework evaluation and for their evaluation. The starting date will be 01 September 2008, or as soon as possible thereafter. Informal inquiries can be made by email to Mirella Lapata. Further particulars for this position can be found at: Application Address: Ms Avril Heron HCRC, University of Edinburgh 2 Buccleuch Place Edinburgh, Scotland EH8 9LW United Kingdom Contact Information: Dr Mirella Lapata mlap@inf.ed.ac.uk Phone: +44-131-650-4416 Fax: +44-131-650-6626 University of Exeter Applied Linguistics: Lecturer - Professor, University of Exeter http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1746.html Rank: 1 appointment ranging from Lecturer to Professor Posted on: 30-May-2008 Deadline: 12-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics TESOL Language(s): Employer: University of Exeter Department: School of Education and Lifelong Learning Job Description Exeter is one of the UK’s most popular and respected universities. Committed to excellence in research and teaching, we also embrace change, new technology and innovation. We set ourselves high standards in everything that we do and are confident of our position in the increasingly competitive HE market. All four university league tables firmly place Exeter in the top 20 of more than 100 UK universities. Exeter is listed 14th in The Guardian, 17th in the Times Good jobs.ed.ac.uk/vacancies/index.cfm?fuseaction=vacancies.detail&vacancy_ref=3009188 University guide and the Sunday Times and 19th in the The closing date for applications is 15 July 2008. Good University Guide, published in the Independent. Please submit your application online at the URL given The University scores highly for student satisfaction, above or in hardcopy to the application address listed completion rates, and for students achieving good honours below, quoting job reference 3009188. degrees (Firsts or 2:1s). It has won three Queen's LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 132 Anniversary Prizes and in November 2007 the University was named Times Higher University of the Year 2007-08. One of the largest schools in the University, the School of Education and Lifelong Learning is based on the St. Lukes Campus close to the heart of this historic City. The School is one of the most highly regarded schools of education in the country, with a strong international reputation both for the quality of its research and its teaching. To maintain and enhance this position, we are seeking to make five new appointments at levels ranging from Lecturer to Professor. Level of appointments will be determined according to qualifications and experience and all posts will be available from September 2008 onwards. We are looking for dynamic staff who will contribute to our research-led teaching, to our outstanding doctoral programmes and the vibrant research culture of the School. The key areas we are looking to appoint to are: TESOL/Applied Linguistics. The appointment salary for all posts is negotiable dependent upon qualifications and experience with minimum starting salaries of: Lectureship appointments (Grade F) £30,763; Senior Lectureship (Grade G) £37,835; Associate Professorship (Grade H) £47,927. Professorial applications will be subject to individual negotiation. The University currently provides and is further developing its excellent range of staff facilities and benefits including an established final salary pension scheme. Potential applicants who wish to have an informal discussion about the post before deciding whether to apply may contact the Head of School, Professor Debra Myhill. An application pack covering these opportunities is available from the application address listed below. Applications for Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/ Associate Professor should be made by e-mail to j.salven@exeter.ac.uk For Lectureship level applicants please quote reference: LN1600 For Senior Lectureship level applicants please quote reference: SLN1600 For Associate Professorship applicants please quote reference: APN1600 Professorial applications should be sent by e-mail to m.a.wills@ex.ac.uk quoting reference 9213 The selection process will take place over Wednesday 2nd and Thursday 3rd July 2008. The University of Exeter promotes diversity in its workforce and, whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, is particularly keen to attract applications from women and from candidates with ethnic minority backgrounds. Contact Information: Prof Debra Myhill D.A.Myhill@exeter.ac.uk Phone: +44 (0) 1392 26 4767 University of Florida Syntax, General Ling, Morphology: Visiting Asst Prof, U Florida http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1714.html Rank: Visiting Assistant Professor Posted on: 28-May-2008 Deadline: 16-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Syntax Language(s): Employer: University of Florida Department: Linguistics Job Description Contact: Eric Potsdam, potsdam@ufl.edu The University of Florida invites applications for a non-tenure-track visiting assistant professor position in Linguistics for the 2008-2009 academic year, beginning August 18, 2008. We anticipate a 3/3 teaching load which includes a two-semester graduate sequence in syntax, introduction to linguistics each semester, and two undergraduate electives. A PhD is required and previous teaching experience is highly desirable, along with demonstrated teaching effectiveness. Participation in departmental activities, research, and student advising is encouraged. Salary range is approximately $35-38,000 plus benefits (hr.ufl.edu/benefits/). For fullest consideration, send application materials, including statements about teaching and research LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 133 interests, sample teaching evaluations if available, a CV, one sample publication, and three letters of recommendation to the application address listed below. Job Description The applicant should be able to cover the field of Deutsch als Fremdsprache from a linguistic perspective. He or she should have a strong research record in at least one of the following areas: intercultural communication, second language acquisition, constrastive grammar. S/he will be responsible for establishing a new master programme in cooperation with the department of German literature. Applications will also be accepted by e-mail, although a hard-copy should follow. We will begin reviewing applications on June 16th but they will be accepted until the position is filled. The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution. Contact: Eric Potsdam Application Address: The Dean Philological Faculty Albert Ludwigs Universität Freiburg Postfach Freiburg, 79085 Germany Application Address: VAP Search Committee Linguistics PO Box 115454 Gainesville, US 32611 USA Contact Information: Dr Harald Bassler harald.bassler@germanistik.uni-freiburg.de Phone: 0049 761 203 3225 Contact Information: VAP Search Committee Chair potsdam@ufl.edu University of Geneva University of Freiburg German As a Second Language: Full Prof, U Freiburg http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-940.html Rank: Full Professor Posted on: 19-Mar-2008 Deadline: 25-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics German as a Second Language Language(s): German, Standard Employer: University of Freiburg Department: German Syntax, Semantics, Lang Acq: Visiting Professor, U of Geneva http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1442.html Rank: Visiting Professor Posted on: 28-Apr-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Semantics Syntax Language Acquisition Language(s): Employer: University of Geneva Department: Linguistics Job Description The Department of Linguistics at the University of Geneva is seeking applications for a 1-semester replacement for the Spring term of 2009 (mid-February to mid-June). Duties include teaching 2 classes (2 hours each) of intermediate/advanced Syntax/Semantics and Language LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 134 Acquisition, participation in the departmental research seminars and interaction with doctoral students and researchers in the department. The candidate must be able to teach in French. The salary range is 5,500- 6,000 Swiss Francs per month. Please send letter of interest and CV to Professors Jacques Moeschler and Ur Shlonsky at the e-mail address listed below. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. PostDoc Position: You have, or are about to finish an excellent doctoral dissertation in linguistics or related fields. Your dissertation has a focus in psycholinguistics or formal pragmatics/semantics. You have a proven secondary interest in the complementing area, and are acquainted with data driven research methods. You have the ability to define own research topics, but are willing to collaborate in joint research projects with other members of the linguistic departments at the University of Goettingen, and can contribute to grant proposals for external funding. You have good writing skills and are fluent in English. You are willing to take up teaching responsibilities at the undergraduate or graduate level in the range of up to 2 classes per term. The position is offered for 3 years with a possible extension of 2 more years. It offers the possibility for further qualification in independent research (Habilitation, second book). Conditions of Employment: Post Doc Positions: Employment at the 13 TV-L level with a minimum gross of appx. 2800 Euro monthly for a full-time appointment (39,5 h/week). PhD: Employment at the 13 TV-L (50%) level with a minimum gross of 1400 Euro monthly. Eventual salary depends on age and family status. The positions are subject to the general regulations and age limits for academic employment in Germany. Please contact us for details. Starting date: July 1st, 2008. Send your application, including your curriculum vitae, a 2 page statement about your research interests and plans for the years to come, and up to three samples of publications (preferably in electronic format) to the application address listed below. Alternatively, you can apply by e-mail. Double career applications are welcome. The University of Goettingen is an equal opportunity employer. Contact Information: Professor Ur Shlonsky lingreplace@lettres.unige.ch University of Goettingen Semantics / Psycholinguistics: Post Doc, University of Goettingen http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1518.html Rank: Post Doc Posted on: 07-May-2008 Deadline: 26-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Psycholinguistics Semantics Language(s): Employer: University of Goettingen Department: English / General Linguistics Job Description The University of Goettingen invites application for two post-doc positions and one PhD position in linguistics, as part of the Exzellenzinitiative which singles out nine German universities for privileged funding, and which in Goettingen has initiated a strong focus in linguistics. The positions are affiliated with the Department of General Linguistics and the Department of English Linguistics which cooperate closely in research and teaching. You will be integrated and take responsibility in all scholarly activities in the rising linguistic research community. Goettingen offers a stimulating research environment with special infrastructure and funding possibilities for research in the humanities. Writing skills in English at a professional level are expected. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 135 Application Address: Margitta Strueber , Mrs. Kaete-Hamburger-Weg 3 English Department / Linguistics Goettingen, 37073 Germany The ideal candidates for both positions possess a strong background in formal semantics and have demonstrated experience in at least one of the following areas: pragmatics, philosophy, comparative semantics, linguistic typology, classifier languages. There are no teaching obligations, but contribution to the teaching program in linguistics is strongly encouraged. The post doctoral position requires a PhD thesis in linguistics or a related area. It is offered for 3 years with an extension for 1 or 3 more years depending on evaluation of the research group. The PhD position requires an MA in linguistics or a comparable degree. The applicant should receive a PhD. The position is offered for 2 years with a possible extension of further 2 years. Conditions of Employment: Post Doc Positions: Employment at the 13 TV-L level with a minimum gross of appx. 2800 Euro monthly for a full-time appointment (39,5 h/week). PhD: Employment at the 13 TV-L (50%) level with a minimum gross of 1400 Euro monthly. Eventual salary depends on age and family status. The positions are subject to the general regulations and age limits for academic employment in Germany. Please contact us for details. Starting date: July 1st, 2008. For additional information, contact Magdalena Schwager. Contact Information: Regine Eckardt reckard@gwdg.de University of Goettingen Semantics: PostDoc / PhD Position, University of Goettingen http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1519.html Rank: PostDoc / PhD Position Posted on: 07-May-2008 Deadline: 26-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Semantics Language(s): Employer: University of Goettingen Department: General Linguistics Job Description The University of Goettingen invites applications for a post-doc position and one PhD position in linguistics. This occurs as part of the Exzellenzinitiative which singles out nine German universities for privileged funding, and which in Goettingen has initiated a strong focus in linguistics. The positions are affiliated with the Department of General Linguistics and the Department of English Linguistics which cooperate closely in research and teaching. You will be integrated and take responsibility in all scholarly activities in the rising linguistic research community. Goettingen offers a stimulating research environment with special infrastructure and funding possibilities for research in the humanities. Writing skills in English at a professional level are expected. Both positions form part of the research unit "Noun phrases in intensional positions." The research group aims to improve our understanding of the semantics of intensional argument positions and related phenomena by investigating them under a cross-linguistic perspective and bringing in insights from semantics, pragmatics and philosophy. Send your application, including your curriculum vitae, a 2 page statement about your research interests and plans for the years to come, and up to three samples of publications (preferably in electronic format) to the application address listed below. Alternatively, you can apply by e-mail. Double career applications are welcome. The University of Goettingen is an equal opportunity employer. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 136 Application Address: Margitta Strueber , Mrs. Kaete-Hamburger-Weg 3 English Department / Linguistics Goettingen, 37073 Germany Contact Information: Magdalena Schwager magdalena.scheiner@lingua.uni-frankfurt.de und des im Aufbau befindlichen MA-Studiengangs "Allgemeine Sprachwissenschaft:" Schwerpunkte sind hier zum einen die Teildisziplinen Phonologie, Syntax und Semantik auf dem aktuellen Forschungsstand der Theoretischen Linguistik, zum anderen die Vermittlung objektsprachlicher Kenntnisse und von Methodenkompetenz in der indogermanischen Sprachwissenschaft. Erwünscht ist ferner die Mitarbeit an der im Aufbau befindlichen syntaxbasierten Datenbank "Basic Structures in Languages" (BaSiL): zis.uni-goettingen.de/drupal/?q=node/14 University of Goettingen Indo-European & Theoretical Linguistics: Lecturer, U Goettingen http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-890.html Rank: Lecturer Posted on: 14-Mar-2008 Deadline: 05-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): Indo-European and Theoretical Linguistics Language(s): Employer: University of Goettingen Department: Sprachwissenschaftliches Seminar Job Description Am Sprachwissenschaftlichen Seminar der Philosophischen Fakultät der Georg-August-Universität Göttingen Stiftung Öffentlichen Rechts ist zum 1.8.2008 eine unbefristete Stelle (zzt. 39,8 h/Woche) einer wissenschaftlichen Mitarbeiterin / eines wissenschaftlichen Mitarbeiters Entgeltgruppe 13 TV-L (Zuordnung Prof. Dr. Michael Job) zu besetzen. Das Aufgabenfeld umfasst u. a. Mitwirkung an den Lehrveranstaltungen gem. Absatz 31 NHG und Lehrverpflichtungsverordnung (zzt. 10 Lehrveranstaltungsstunden wöchentlich) und die Mitwirkung bei der Leistungsprüfung. Voraussetzungen: Die fachlichen Anforderungen an die Bewerber/innen ergeben sich zunächst aus den Studieninhalten des künftigen BA-Fachs "Allgemeine und Vergleichende Sprachwissenschaft": uni-goettingen.de/de/77388.html LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Die Inhaberin / der Inhaber dieser Stelle sollte schließlich bereit und in der Lage sein, mit fächerübergreifender Perspektive zur Entwicklung gemeinsamer Forschungsprogramme in den sprachbezogen arbeitenden Fächern in Göttingen beizutragen. - Über die fachwissenschaftliche Befähigung hinaus wird auch die Beteiligung an der Verwaltung des Seminars erwartet. Vorausgesetzt wird eine Promotion in Vergleichender (indogermanischer) Sprachwissenschaft. Die Universität Göttingen strebt die Erhöhung des Frauenanteils an und fordert daher qualifizierte Frauen nachdrücklich zur Bewerbung auf. Schwerbehinderte Menschen werden bei gleicher Qualifikation bevorzugt berücksichtigt. Bewerbungen mit den üblichen Unterlagen (Zeugnisse, Publikationen) werden bis zum 5. April 2008 erbeten an den Direktor des Sprachwissenschaftlichen Seminars, Prof. Dr. Michael Job, Käte-Hamburger-Weg 3, 37073 Göttingen. Application Address: Professor Michael Job Sprachwiss. Seminar Kaete-Hamburger-Weg 3 Goettingen, 37073 Germany Contact Information: Professor Michael Job mjob@uni-goettingen.de University of Groningen, Faculty of Page 137 Arts Dutch & Comp Ling: PhD position, University of Groningen http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1394.html Rank: PhD position Posted on: 24-Apr-2008 Deadline: 01-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Syntax, Corpus Linguistics Language(s): Dutch Employer: University of Groningen, Faculty of Arts Department: Center for Language and Cognition Job Description The university of Groningen, Faculty of Arts, Center for Language and Cognition, announces the following vacancy: PhD position in Dutch Language Investigation of Summarization Technology (DAISY) (1,0 fte), Vacancy number 208127 The aim of STEVIN DAISY is to develop and evaluate essential technology for automatic summarization of Dutch informative texts. Innovative algorithms for topic salience detection, topic discrimination, rhetorical classification of content, sentence compression and text generation will be implemented. An important part of the DAISY project concerns sentence generation. The task of the sentence generation module is to produce actual grammatical sentences on the basis of such abstract representations, using the declarative grammar of Alpino as its key knowledge source. Alpino is a wide-coverage grammar for Dutch, defined as a unification-based grammar, in which many insights from HPSG have been implemented (examples are the inheritance hierarchy of lexical types and grammatical rules). There has been a lot of work on text generation for unification grammars. More recent work on which we will base our approach includes Carroll and Oepen (2005). Although the Alpino grammar can be used to ensure that well-formed sentences are produced, a further fluency module will be developed to ensure that the sentences that are produced are natural and appropriate. Just as parsing needs a (statistical) disambiguation component to select the appropriate parse from potentially large sets of possible parses, we need a fluency component to select the most appropriate sentence from the set of possible sentences given by the grammar. For the fluency component, we propose to develop a machine-learning method similar in approach to the disambiguation component of the Alpino parser. The disambiguation component of Alpino contains a discriminative maximum-entropy model, trained on the Alpino treebank. For statistical ranking of competing surface realizations of the same content, we propose to implement a similar discriminative maximum-entropy model. Requirements: - a MA degree in Computational Linguistics, Computer Science or related field - knowledge of Dutch, or willingness to learn Dutch - ability to work together in a project with members from different institutes Conditions of Employment: Employment basis: Temporary for specified period. Duration of the contract: Four years, starting September 1, 2008. The position requires residence in Groningen, 36 hrs/week research, and must result in a PhD dissertation. After the first year there will be an assessment of the candidates results and the progress of the project. Based on this, it will be decided whether the employment will be continued. The University of Groningen offers a salary of € 2000 gross per month in the first year to €2558 gross per month in the fourth year . Additional information about the position can be obtained from: Dr. Gertjan van Noord, project supervisor Tel: +31 50 3637811 Email: G.J.M.van.Noord@rug.nl Additional information about the research institute can be obtained through the website listed above. Application procedure: You can apply for this vacancy by sending your application to the application address listed below. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 138 Please include: - your curriculum vitae - a copy of your diploma together with a list of grades - a list of publications (if any) - a recent publication or your Master's thesis - letters of two referees Electronic applications are prefered. Please identify the vacancy Number 208127. PhD position in Parse and Corpus based Machine Translation (PaCO-MT) (1,0 fte), Vacancy number 208128 The STEVIN PaCo-MT project aims at developing an open domain hybrid MT system integrating proper linguistic analysis and syntactic transfer into a data-driven approach to be used by professional translators. Translation will be based on transfer (lexical and syntactic) from a parsed source language sentence into a corresponding target language structure. From this the final output is generated using information from a large target language Treebank that will ensure grammaticality and fluency. The MT application will be developed for the language pairs Dutch<>English and Dutch<>French. A post editing interface will be provided to adapt the output to user needs. The Flemish-Dutch consortium consists of two academic partners (Leuven and Groningen University) and one industrial partner (Oneliner Language and Business Solutions). The PhD project within PaCo-MT in Groningen will be focused on building bilingual resources necessary for our translation approach. In particular, we will create resources such as translation dictionaries, translation memories and structure mapping rules. We will emphasize the use of syntactic annotation (in both, source and target language) in the automatic extraction of bilingual lexical data and transfer rules. Programming skills are required and knowledge about SMT and alignment techniques are definitely a plus. Requirements: - MA degree in Computational Linguistics, Computer Science or related field - knowledge of Dutch, or willingness to learn Dutch - ability to work together in a project with members from different institutes Conditions of Employment: Employment basis: Temporary for specified period. Duration of the contract: Four years, starting September 1, 2008. The position requires residence in Groningen, 36 hrs/week research, and must result in a PhD dissertation. After the first year there will be an assessment of the candidates results and the progress of the project. Based on this, it will be decided whether the employment will be continued. The University of Groningen offers a salary of Application Address: University of Groningen Personnel and Organization Department P.O. Box 72 Groningen, 9700 AB Netherlands Contact Information: Wyke van der Meer w.a.van.der.meer@rug.nl University of Groningen, Faculty of Arts Dutch & Comp Ling: PhD position, University of Groningen http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1439.html Rank: PhD position Posted on: 28-Apr-2008 Deadline: 01-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Dutch Employer: University of Groningen, Faculty of Arts Department: Center for Language and Cognition Job Description The university of Groningen, Faculty of Arts, Center for Language and Cognition, announces the following vacancy: LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 139 € 2000 gross per month in the first year to €2558 gross per month in the fourth year . Additional information about the position can be obtained from: Dr. Jörg Tiedemann, project supervisor Tel: +31 50 3635935 Email: J.Tiedemann@rug.nl Application procedure: You can apply for this vacancy by sending your application to the application address listed below. Please include: - your curriculum vitae - a copy of your diploma together with a list of grades - a list of publications (if any) - a recent publication or your Master's thesis - letters of two referees Electronic applications are preferred. Please identify the vacancy Number. University of Hamburg Spanish; German & Phonology; Lang Acq: Researcher, U Hamburg http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1326.html Rank: Researcher Posted on: 17-Apr-2008 Deadline: 15-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Phonology Language Acquisition (L1Bilingual) Language(s): German, Standard Spanish Employer: University of Hamburg Department: Research centre: Multilingualism Job Description Universidad de Hamburgo Centro de Investigación del Multilingüismo (SFB 538) A partir del 1.7.2008 se ofrecen dos puestos de personal investigador a tiempo parcial, en el proyecto de investigación E3: 'Restricciones prosódicas al desarrollo fonológico y morfológico en la adquisición simultánea de dos lenguas' El sueldo está regulado por la categoría laboral 13 TV-L. La jornada laboral es de 19,5 horas semanales. El periodo de contratación está regulado por el § 2 de la Ley de contratos a tiempo parcial (Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz), y su finalización está prevista para el 30.6.2011. La Universidad favorece la contratación de mujeres para aumentar la proporción de científicas en áreas de investigación; por tanto, insta a candidatas cualificadas a solicitar el puesto. Según la Ley de Igualdad de Hamburgo (Hamburgischen Gleichstellungsgesetz), las candidatas igualmente cualificadas tendrán prioridad sobre los candidatos. Obligaciones: Las obligaciones del candidato/a cubrirán servicios científicos en el proyecto. Al margen de estas obligaciones existe la posibilidad de ampliar la formación académica especialmente en la realización de una tesis LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Application Address: University of Groningen, Personnel and Organization Department P.O. Box 72 Groningen, 9700 AB Netherlands Contact Information: Wyke van der Meer, Mrs. w.a.van.der.meer@rug.nl Phone: +31 50 3635806 Page 140 doctoral, para la que se podrán utilizar resultados obtenidos en el proyecto. Tareas: - Colaboración en la investigación de la adquisición bilingüe del alemán y español en el campo de la fonología y de la morfología. - Colaboración en el procesamiento y mantenimiento automáticos de los datos. - Cooperación en la coordinación y realización del proyecto. Preparación de informes, conferencias y publicaciones. - Cooperación en las tareas del SFB y en la organización de congresos y workshops. Requisitos: - Licenciatura en lingüística o filología. - Imprescindible disponer de conocimientos del español como lengua materna o casi materna y de conocimientos muy buenos o casi maternos del alemán. - Conocimientos en la fonología, especialmente la prosodia, y morfología españolas y alemanas. - Se valorará experiencia investigadora en el campo de la adquisición fonológica. - Conocimiento de métodos cuantitativos y cualitativos de investigación. Los candidatos con alguna minusvalía tienen prioridad sobre los demás aspirantes en igualdad de capacidad y conocimientos. Enviar las solicitudes (carta de solicitud, C.V., diplomas universitarios y otros certificados académicos; no enviar originales) antes del 15.5.2008 a: Prof. Dr. Conxita Lleó. Institut für Romanistik. Universität Hamburg. Von-Melle-Park 6, 20146 Hamburg, Deutschland. Para más información contactar a Prof. Dr. Conxita Lleo: lleo@uni-hamburg.de o visitar la página web: uni-hamburg.de/fachbereiche-einrichtungen/sfb538/stellen.html. Application Address: Prof. Dr. Conxita Lleo Institut für Romanistik Universität Hamburg Hamburg, D-20146 Hamburg Germany Contact Information: Prof. Dr. Conxita Lleo lleo@uni-hamburg.de University of Hamburg Irish English & Text/Corpus Ling: PhD Student, U Hamburg http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1327.html Rank: Junior Researcher / PhD Student Posted on: 18-Apr-2008 Deadline: 10-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Text/Corpus Linguistics Contact linguistics, Syntax, Typology Language(s): English Employer: University of Hamburg Department: Collaborative Research Center on Multilingualism Job Description The University of Hamburg invites applications for a salaried PhD student / Junior Researcher position at the Collaborative Research Center on Multilingualism. The position will be open from 1 July 2008 for a term of three years (pending funding endorsement). Salary will be ranked according to the German E13 TVL scale (half-time). The position will be in the research project H5 "Hiberno-English: Variation and Universals in Contact-Induced Language Change". It will involve work on the maintenance and enhancement of a corpus and database of historical Irish English texts, coupled with research on grammatical properties of Irish English dialects under a typological and contact-related perspective. Applicants must have completed a Masters degree or equivalent in (English) linguistics and should LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 141 preferably have some experience with corpus-based research methods and/or a background in language typology, syntax, dialectology or contact linguistics. Application Address: Prof Peter Siemund Universitaet Hamburg, Institut fuer Anglistik und Amerikanistik Von-Melle-Park 6 Hamburg, 20146 Germany Contact Information: Dr Lukas Pietsch lukas.pietsch@uni-hamburg.de Phone: +49 (0)40 42838-6463 sociolinguistics. Applicants must be willing and able to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the area(s) of specialization. Desirable Qualifications: An ability to contribute to and complement the department's existing strengths in language documentation, language acquisition, psycholinguistics, cognitive linguistics and/or theoretical linguistics; experience with and an interest in languages of Asia and/or the Pacific; a desire and ability to cultivate connections with other departments and programs within the university (e.g., sociology, anthropology, gender studies, ethnic studies); an aptitude for linking teaching and research at the undergraduate and graduate levels; a demonstrated ability to integrate quantitative and qualitative methods in research. Salary: Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. To apply: Send letter of application, copies of key publications, and three letters of reference to the application address listed below. Inquiries: Same address as applications. We regret that we cannot accept applications via fax. E-mailed applications are acceptable but must be followed by hard copy postmarked (priority mail) by October 1, 2008. (E-mail address: linguist@hawaii.edu). Please note that we cannot ensure that all e-mail or fax communications in regard to this position will be answered. The University of Hawai'i is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution. We welcome applications from minorities and women. University of Hawaii at Manoa Socioling: Asst Prof, U Hawaii Manoa http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1009.html Rank: Assistant Professor Posted on: 25-Mar-2008 Deadline: 01-Oct-2008 Ling Field(s): Sociolinguistics Language(s): Employer: University of Hawaii at Manoa Department: Department of Linguistics Job Description Assistant Professor of Linguistics: The Department of Linguistics at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position (position no. 83008), to begin August 1, 2009 pending availability of position and funding. Typical teaching arrangements are two courses, either graduate or undergraduate, per semester. Minimum Qualifications: PhD in linguistics or a related area, with a specialization in sociolinguistics (applicants presently pursuing a PhD must offer evidence that all degree requirements will have been completed before date of hire). The successful applicant will be expected to have conducted high quality research, including empirical work, in Application Address: Personnel Committee Department of Linguistics, University of Hawaii at Manoa 1890 East-West Road, Moore 569 Honolulu, HI 96822 USA Contact Information: Dr. William O'Grady linguist@hawaii.edu Phone: (808) 956-8602 Fax: (808) 956-9166 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 142 University of Heidelberg Computational Linguistics: Researcher, University of Heidelberg http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1640.html Rank: Researcher Posted on: 22-May-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Employer: University of Heidelberg Department: Computational Linguistics Department Job Description As part of the 'Innovation Fonds for Frontier Research' (FRONTIER) of the Excellence Initiative, the University of Heidelberg advertises two positions for researchers/PhD students (half-time positions, salary TV-L13/2) for a joint research project between the Computational Linguistics Department of the University of Heidelberg and the Natural Language Processing Group at EML Research gGmbH, Heidelberg. The project is about semantics-driven synchronous generation of natural language and 3D scenes. The research will be carried out in collaboration with the Visualisation and Numerical Geometry group of the Interdisciplinary Center for Scientific Computing (IWR) at the University of Heidelberg. The ideal candidates have a strong background in computational linguistics and possess a Masters or a Diploma degree in computational linguistics or a related field. A solid background in linguistics and knowledge about corpus-basedmethods as well as statistics is required. Java programming skills are expected. Strong candidates with high qualification (PhD) may apply for a full position. The project will start on August 1st, 2008. A later starting date may be negotiated. The project will be funded for two years. Further funding is anticipated but cannot be guaranteed. EML Research gGmbH is a private non-profit research laboratory dedicated to basic and applied research in IT. The NLP group is an interdisciplinary research group that works on applications in the area of discourse and dialogue, in particular coreference resolution, lexical semantics, text generation, automatic summarization, and knowledge extraction from semistructured input (see eml-research.de/nlp). The Computational Linguistics Department of the University of Heidelberg undertakes research in the area of multilingual language processing, with focus on semantics and data-driven methods (cl.uni-heidelberg.de). The Computational Linguistics Department is associated with the Heidelberg Graduate School of Mathematical and Computational Methods for the Sciences (mathcomp.uni-heidelberg.de). Doctoral students can associate with the graduate school and take part in special teaching programs. Please send your application to the application address listed below. Applications received by June 23, 2008 will receive fullest consideration. The positions remain open until filled. The University of Heidelberg is an equal opportunity employer. The candidates will be chosen by a joint committee of EML Research and the University of Heidelberg. Inquiries should be addressed to: Prof. Dr. Anette Frank Email: frank (at) cl.uni-heidelberg.de cl.uni-heidelberg.de/~frank or: Dr. Michael Strube Email: strube (at) eml-research.de eml-research.de/~strube Application Address: Prof. Dr. Anette Frank Seminar für Computerlinguistik Universität Heidelberg Heidelberg, 69120 Germany Contact Information: Frank frank@cl.uni-heidelberg.de LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 143 University of Heidelberg Computational Linguistics: Scientist, University of Heidelberg http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1641.html Rank: Scientist Posted on: 22-May-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Employer: University of Heidelberg Department: Computational Linguistics Department Job Description The Department of Computational Linguistics at the University of Heidelberg advertises a half-time position for a Computational Linguist starting at the earliest convenience. Initial duration is one year, with anticipated extension for another year. Salary is according to the German scale TV-L 13/2. We are looking for a skilled Computational Linguist who will provide scientific and administrative support to our Computational Linguistics teaching programs. Tasks encompass research and teaching in the Computational Linguistics study programs, including: - teaching courses of the department's computational linguistics curricula and/or educational courses (academic writing, presentation skills) (3.5 SWS, hours/week) - providing individual support and advice for students in final student projects. The successful candidate holds a diploma or Masters degree in Computational Linguistics or a related field. We expect profound knowledge in theoretical and applied computational linguistics, as well as mature skills in scientific writing. Background in statistical language processing is a plus. The candidate is given opportunity to pursue a PhD. The Computational Linguistics Department of the University of Heidelberg undertakes research in the area of multilingual language processing, with focus on semantics and data-driven methods (cl.uni-heidelberg.de). The Computational Linguistics Department is associated with the Heidelberg Graduate School of Mathematical and Computational Methods for the Sciences (mathcomp.uni-heidelberg.de). Doctoral students can associate with the graduate school and take part in special teaching programs. Please send your applications to the address below. We also accept electronic applications. All applications received by June 23, 2008 will receive fullest consideration. The position remains open until filled. The University of Heidelberg is an equal opportunity employer. Inquiries should be addressed to Prof. Dr. Anette Frank. Application Address: Prof. Dr. Anette Frank Seminar für Computerlinguistik Universität Heidelberg Heidelberg, 69120 Germany Contact Information: Anette Frank frank@cl.uni-heidelberg.de University of Illinois Persian & Applied Linguistics: Visiting Lecturer, U Illinois http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-876.html Rank: Visiting Lecturer in Persian Posted on: 14-Mar-2008 Deadline: 04-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Language(s): Employer: University of Illinois Department: Department of Linguistics LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 144 Job Description The Department of Linguistics at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) invites applications for a three-year visiting Lecturer in Persian beginning August 16, 2008. The position is renewable beyond three years contingent on funding and periodic satisfactory performance reviews. We seek a candidate who is able to teach Persian language courses at all levels and willing to participate in a full range of Persian language program activities. Required are a PhD degree (or ABD) in Persian language pedagogy, second language acquisition, linguistics, or a related field, experience teaching Persian at the university level, and high proficiency in both Persian and English. Experience with Persian language teaching materials development, especially those involving computer-based instructional technologies, is preferred. The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications. To ensure full consideration, please send curriculum vitae (including e-mail address), a concise statement of curriculum development and teaching experience, and three letters of reference by April 4, 2008. Applicants may be interviewed before the closing date; however, no hiring decision will be made until after that date. Mail applications to the application address listed below. Questions about this position should be addressed by e-mail to mromine@uiuc.edu. UIUC is an AA/EOE University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Wolof/Applied Ling: Visiting Lecturer/U Illinois Urbana-Champaign http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-925.html Rank: Visiting Lecturer Posted on: 17-Mar-2008 Deadline: 15-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Language(s): Wolof Employer: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Department: Department of Linguistics Job Description Visiting Lecturer in Wolof The Department of Linguistics at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) invites applications for a three-year visiting Lecturer in Wolof beginning August 16, 2008. The position is renewable beyond three years contingent on funding and periodic satisfactory performance reviews. We seek a candidate who is able to teach Wolof language courses at all levels and willing to participate in a full range of Wolof language program activities. Required are a PhD degree (or ABD) in Wolof language pedagogy, second language acquisition, linguistics, or a related field, experience teaching Wolof at the university level, and high proficiency in both Wolof and English. Experience with Wolof language teaching materials development, especially those involving computer-based instructional technologies, is preferred. The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications. To ensure full consideration, please send curriculum vitae (including e-mail address), a concise statement of curriculum development and teaching experience, and three letters of reference. Applicants may be interviewed before the closing date; however, no hiring decision will be made until after that date. Mail applications to the application address listed below. Questions about this position should be addressed by Application Address: Marita Romine 707 S. Mathews Ave; Suite 4080 FLB, MC 168 University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Urbana, IL 61801 USA Contact Information: Marita Romine mromine@uiuc.edu LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 145 e-mail to Marita Romine. UIUC is an AA/EOE Application Address: Ms. Marita Romine Department of Linguistics University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Urbana, IL 61801 USA the university level, and high proficiency in both Zulu and English. Experience with Zulu language teaching materials development, especially those involving computer-based instructional technologies, is preferred. The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications. To ensure full consideration, please send curriculum vitae (including e-mail address), a concise statement of curriculum development and teaching experience, and three letters of reference. Applicants may be interviewed before the closing date; however, no hiring decision will be made until after that date. Mail applications to the application address listed below. Questions about this position should be addressed by e-mail to Marita Romine. UIUC is an AA/EOE Contact Information: Ms. Marita Romine mromine@uiuc.edu Phone: (217) 244-3252 Fax: (217) 244-8430 University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Zulu/Applied Ling: Visiting Lecturer, U Illinois Urbana-Champaign http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-924.html Rank: Visiting Lecturer Posted on: 17-Mar-2008 Deadline: 15-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Language(s): Zulu Employer: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Department: Department of Linguistics Job Description Visiting Lecturer in Zulu The Department of Linguistics at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) invites applications for a three-year visiting Lecturer in Zulu beginning August 16, 2008. The position is renewable beyond three years contingent on funding and periodic satisfactory performance reviews. We seek a candidate who is able to teach Zulu language courses at all levels and willing to participate in a full range of Zulu language program activities. Required are a PhD degree (or ABD) in Zulu language pedagogy, second language acquisition, linguistics, or a related field, experience teaching Zulu at Application Address: Ms. Marita Romine Department of Linguistics University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Urbana, IL 61801 USA Contact Information: Ms. Marita Romine mromine@uiuc.edu Phone: (217) 244-3252 Fax: (217) 244-8430 University of Kansas Language Acquisition: Post Doc, University of Kansas http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-790.html Rank: Post Doc Posted on: 10-Mar-2008 Deadline: 04-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): Language Acquisition Language(s): Employer: University of Kansas Department: Institute for Life Span Studies LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 146 Job Description Post Doctoral Researcher, Institute for Life Span Studies, University of Kansas. Full time unclassified position beginning August 1, 2008. Minimum Salary: $33,000. Required qualifications: PhD in Psychology, linguistics, cognitive science, speech-language pathology, child language, or related field; one or more years experience collecting data from children or adults; record of scholarship as evidenced by presentations and/or publications related to language processing. Initial review begins April 4, 2008 and continues until position is filled. Application materials include a letter of application describing career goals, current accomplishments, and specific training and research plans associated with this position, CV, transcript (unofficial is sufficient), three publications and at least two letters of recommendation. For more information or to apply visit the application website listed below. Search for position # 00062311. Contact Michael Vitevitch EO/AA Employer. Job Description The Department of Modern Languages and Literature at the University of Kassel (Germany) has a vacancy for the post of English Language Instructor (BAT IIa), starting October 1st, 2008. Reference number 10074 (Stellen-Nr.: 21018077). Responsibilities: Teaching English at all levels with a teaching load of 18 hours per week, setting and grading language tests and exams at all levels, collaborating in the improvement of our language teaching programs, advising students in matters pertaining to their language learning. Qualifications: - English as a native language - Very good knowledge of German - MA degree or equivalent in a relevant field - Proven experience in teaching English, preferably at university level - Evidence of participation in TEFL programs or equivalent. The University of Kassel strives for the equal opportunity of the employment of men and women and for the adjustment of existing disproportions concerning the employment of women in teaching and research positions. Qualified women are thus encouraged to apply. Handicapped candidates will be given preference, all else being equal. Applications in German with the usual documentation and the above mentioned reference number should be sent to the application address listed below. Contact Information: Michael Vitevitch mvitevit@ku.edu Phone: 785-864-9312 Fax: 785-864-5696 University of Kassel English & Applied Linguistics: Instructor, University of Kassel http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1586.html Rank: Instructor Posted on: 19-May-2008 Deadline: 08-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Language(s): English Employer: University of Kassel Department: Modern Languages and Literature Application Address: Präsident Universität Kassel Kassel, Hessen 34109 Germany Contact Information: Fiona Dancy fionadancy@uni-kassel.de LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 147 University of Konstanz Linguistic Speciality Open: Post Doc, University of Konstanz http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1280.html Rank: Post Doc Posted on: 14-Apr-2008 Deadline: 31-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Linguistic Speciality Open Language(s): Employer: University of Konstanz Department: Job Description The University of Konstanz is one of nine top-level universities identified by the Excellence Initiative in Germany. The Zukunftskolleg is a central scientific institution of the University of Konstanz for the promotion of young scientists in the natural sciences, humanities, and social sciences. The Zukunftskolleg forms a platform for interdisciplinary discourse between excellent researchers in Germany and abroad and provides young scientists with resources for obtaining third party funding. It offers 5 research positions for the development and implementation of individual research projects/research groups. Each position can, in principle, be divided into two half-time positions. The initial appointments will commence on October 1, 2008 and end on March 31, 2010. An extension for an additional 3.5 years is foreseen, provided that external third party funding has been granted. The Zukunftskolleg provides a professional infrastructure and an appropriate workplace for conducting research. A pool for funding cooperative projects, research assistants, research trips and the acquisition of equipment is available. Additionally, fellows may nominate recognized experts in their field of research as senior fellows, who will be invited to Konstanz for a period of 3–12 months and who, in addition to their research work and involvement in cooperative projects, will advise young scientists belonging to the Zukunftskolleg. The prerequisites for acceptance are a doctoral degree and outstanding scientific qualification as documented by research activities and publications. International experience in teaching or research and a strong interest in interdisciplinary topics are desirable. Each fellow is a member of both a department of the university and the Zukunftskolleg. Involvement in teaching is possible. The foreseen topical connection of the project to the research profile of the University of Konstanz should be demonstrated in the project outline. Active participation in the regular weekly meetings of the Zukunftskolleg as well as residence in Konstanz is expected. The selection of the fellows will be made on the basis of the project outlines and a two-day workshop to be held on September 1 - 2, 2008 at the University of Konstanz. Information about the fellowships and additional opportunities for participation in the Zukunftskolleg can be found on our website: uni-konstanz.de/zukunftskolleg. The University of Konstanz is an equal opportunity employer and tries to increase the number of women in research and teaching. The University of Konstanz has been certified by the Hertie Foundation to be a family-friendly institution. The University is committed to further the compatibility of work and family life. The University of Konstanz encourages disabled persons who will be given preference if appropriately qualified to apply (contact to the representative of disabled persons: phone 0049 - 7531 / 88 - 3725). Applicants should send their application form (see www.uni-konstanz.de/zukunftskolleg), their project outline (maximum length 6 pages), a letter of motivation (one page), application documents (curriculum vitae, publication list, and degree certificates) and a reading excerpt (maximum length 20 pages) as PDF file to the application email listed below. Contact Information: Miriam Butt miriam.butt@uni-konstanz.de LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 148 University of Macau Portuguese as a Foreign Lang: Assoc/Asst Prof, U Macau http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-686.html Rank: Associate Professor / Assistant Professor Posted on: 29-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Portuguese as a Foreign Language Language(s): Portuguese Employer: University of Macau Department: Department of Portuguese Job Description The University of Macau is a government-funded institution located in the Macao Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China. The Department of Portuguese in the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities invites applications for the following academic position in the following area: Portuguese as a Foreign Language (Reference No.: FSH/DPORT/PL/02/2008) Qualifications: Applicants must be native speakers of Portuguese and must hold a doctoral degree in Applied Linguistics (Portuguese area) or in the Teaching of Portuguese as a Foreign Language, from an accredited institution. Applicants must have experience in the teaching of Portuguese as a foreign language and evidence of a research profile. Applicants for the rank of Associate Professor should, additionally, have a distinguished record of research and publication. The appointee will be required to teach courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels and to provide MA dissertation supervision. Annual Salary (Taxable) The position offered and taxable salary level shall be determined according to the appointee’s academic qualifications, current position, and professional experience. For details about the “Terms of Academic Appointment”, please refer to: (isw.umac.mo/recruitment/showTermsAppoint.do): (USD1 approx. =MOP8) Associate Professor: MOP616,000 – MOP693,000 Assistant Professor: MOP500,500 – MOP577,500 Selected candidates are requested to assume duty in September 2008 Application Procedure Applicants should visit the application website listed below for more details, preferably apply online at Jobs@UM (isw.umac.mo/recruitment/). Applications will be accepted until the posts are filled. Other contact points are: Administration and Human Resources Office, University of Macau, Av. Padre Tomás Pereira, Taipa, Macau Website: isw.umac.mo/recruitment/; Email: vacancy@umac.mo Tel: +853 8397 8682 or + 853 8397 8684; Fax: +853 8397 8694 or +853 2883 1694 ***Personal data provided by applicants will be kept confidential and used for recruitment purpose only*** The University of Macau reserves the right not to appoint a candidate. Contact Information: Ms. Christy Lam lplam@umac.mo Phone: 853 8397 8684 Fax: 853 8397 8694 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 149 Appointment”, please refer to: University of Macau Translation & Interpreting: Assoc/Asst Prof, U Macau http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-687.html Rank: Associate Professor / Assistant Professor Posted on: 29-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Translation Translation and Interpreting (Chinese-Portuguese) Language(s): Chinese, Mandarin Portuguese Employer: University of Macau Department: Department of Portuguese Job Description The University of Macau is a government-funded institution located in the Macao Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China. The Department of Portuguese in the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities invites applications for the following academic position in the following area: Translation and Interpreting (Chinese-Portuguese) (Reference No.: FSH/DPORT/TRIN/02/2008) (isw.umac.mo/recruitment/showTermsAppoint.do): (USD1 approx. =MOP8) Associate Professor: MOP616,000 – MOP693,000 Assistant Professor: MOP500,500 – MOP577,500 Selected candidates are requested to assume duty in September 2008 Application Procedure Applicants should visit the application address listed below for more details, preferably apply online at Jobs@UM (isw.umac.mo/recruitment/). Applications will be accepted until the posts are filled. Other contact points are: Administration and Human Resources Office, University of Macau, Av. Padre Tomás Pereira, Taipa, Macau Website: isw.umac.mo/recruitment/; Email: vacancy@umac.mo Tel: +853 8397 8682 or +853 8397 8684; Fax: +853 8397 8694 or +853 2883 1694 Qualifications Applicants must hold a PhD degree in the area of translation from an accredited institution. A research profile and practical experience in the translation/interpreting area are essential qualifications. Additional qualifications and experience in the teaching of Portuguese as a foreign language will be an advantage. Applicants for the rank of Associate Professor should, additionally, have a distinguished record of research and publication. The appointee will be required to teach courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels and to provide MA dissertation supervision. Annual Salary (Taxable) The position offered and taxable salary level shall be determined according to the appointee’s academic qualifications, current position, and professional experience. For details about the “Terms of Academic ***Personal data provided by applicants will be kept confidential and used for recruitment purpose only*** The University of Macau reserves the right not to appoint a candidate. Contact Information: Ms. Christy Lam lplam@umac.mo Phone: 853 8397 8684 Fax: 853 8397 8694 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 150 Contact Information: University of Manchester Psycholinguistics: Lecturer (Tenure Track), University of Manchester http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1341.html Rank: Lecturer (Tenure Track) Posted on: 20-Apr-2008 Deadline: 23-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Psycholinguistics Language(s): Employer: University of Manchester Department: Linguistics & English Language Job Description Applications are invited for a Lectureship in Psycholinguistics (equivalent to US Assistant Professor tenure track) in the School of Languages, Linguistics and Cultures at the University of Manchester. Candidates with a research specialism in any area of psycholinguistics are encouraged to apply. An ability to provide teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level in Child Language Development will be an advantage. The School contains one of the UK's largest concentrations of high-quality research and teaching in languages and linguistics. Within it, the discipline area of Linguistics & English Language has its place as a leading international centre of excellence, and has been prominent in the recent trebling of the School's annual turnover in research grants to £1.3 million The post is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious scholar to develop their career in an environment conducive to excellence in research and teaching. Further particulars and information about how to apply Mr Martin Barry martin.barry@manchester.ac.uk Phone: + 44 (0) 161 275 3250 Fax: + 44 (0) 161 275 3031 University of Manchester Phonetics, Phonology: Lecturer, University of Manchester http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1450.html Rank: Lecturer Posted on: 30-Apr-2008 Deadline: 30-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Phonetics Phonology Language(s): Employer: University of Manchester Department: School of Languages, Linguistics and Cultures Job Description University of Manchester Faculty of Humanities School of languages, linguistics and cultures Lecturer in Phonetics and Phonology (Ref: HUM/80424) Salary: £30,912 – £42,791 per annum Applications are invited for a Lectureship in Phonetics and Phonology in the School of Languages, Linguistics at: and Cultures. Candidates with a research specialism in any area manchester.ac.uk/aboutus/jobs/academic/vacancy/index.htm?ref=134714 of phonetics or phonology are encouraged to apply. An ability to provide teaching at undergraduate and Applications may be submitted in hard copy to the postgraduate level in both phonetics and phonology will address below or by email. be essential. Application Address: Directorate of Human Resources Humanities HR Lime Grove Manchester, M13 9PL United Kingdom The School contains one of the UK’s largest concentrations of high-quality research and teaching in languages and linguistics. Within it, the discipline area of Linguistics & English Language has its place as a leading international centre of excellence, and has been prominent LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 151 in the recent trebling of the School’s annual turnover in research grants to £1.3 million. The post is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious scholar to develop their career in an environment conducive to excellence in research and teaching. The post is available from 1 August 2008. llc.manchester.ac.uk/research/projects/germanc/ The aim of the project is to compile a representative historical corpus of written German for the years 1650-1800 which will be comparable with extant English corpora for this period, and constitute a research tool for comparative studies of the development of the two languages. It will build on an earlier ESRC-funded project (GerManC) completed in spring 2007 which was restricted to newspaper texts and and will ultimately be incorporated into GerManC Plus. GerManC Plus will consist of a collection of sample texts of 2000 words each from the main text types attested at this time, selected with a view to achieving chronological and regional representativeness. The finished corpus will consist of about 800,000 words in total and will present a picture of the development of the language in time and space which will be as representative as possible. The corpus will be fully annotated in accordance with Text Encoding Initiative (TEI) standards. Building on the achievements of the pilot project, software programs will be developed to assist the linguistic analysis of the corpus material. In particular, we shall be aiming first to lemmatize the corpus fully, which involves solving problems associated with spelling variation and inflectional forms. It is also intended to adapt software in order to tag the corpus for parts of speech, and where appropriate to classify words according to grammatical category. Finally we shall be aiming to develop programs capable of undertaking syntactic parsing of the corpus. An associated PhD student will be working in particular on this latter aspect of the project. The project is being undertaken in close collaboration with a number of colleagues and institutions in Britain and Germany, notably the Institut für Deutsche Sprache in Mannheim and the Deutsch – Diachron – Digital project for a comprehensive historical corpus of German. The first postdoc (Reference: HUM/80301) will be responsible for selecting and digitizing the historical German texts. S/he will have completed a PhD in some aspect of German linguistics and have a high level of competence in German, an ability to read older German texts and experience in collecting and working with historical linguistic data. Some experience of working Application Address: Directorate of Human Resources Humanities HR, Room W1.13 Samuel Alexander Building University of Manchester Manchester, M13 9PL United Kingdom Contact Information: Martin Barry martin.barry@manchester.ac.uk Phone: +44 161 275 3250 Fax: +44 161 275 3031 University of Manchester German, Standard & Corpus Linguistics: Post Doc, U Manchester http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1250.html Rank: Post Doc Posted on: 11-Apr-2008 Deadline: 16-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Text/Corpus Linguistics Language(s): German, Standard Employer: University of Manchester Department: School of Languages, Linguistics & Culture Job Description We are seeking to recruit two postdoc researchers to work on the project GerManC Plus: A Representative Historical Corpus of German 1650-1800, coordinated by Professor Martin Durrell and Dr Paul Bennett. The project is funded by the Economic and Social Research Council and the Arts and Humanities Research Council. Further details on the website: LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 152 with linguistic corpora would be an advantage. The second postdoc (Reference HUM/80302) will be responsible for developing analytical tools associated with the corpus. S/he will have completed a PhD in some aspect of computational linguistics, have a good level of competence in German and experience in working with linguistic corpora and text analysis software. Some acquaintance with historical linguistic data, particularly in respect of German, would be an advantage. department as described above, you are also requested to submit your resume through the University of Michigan's job posting website at umjobs.org. For full consideration, complete applications should arrive by the deadline. This position is subject to terms and conditions of a collective bargaining agreement between the University of Michigan and the Lecturer's Employee Organization (LEO) AFT/MFT and SRP Local 6244, AFL-CIO. This posting is also avilable at employcws.umich.edu/cws/seeker.html. You'll need to register or simply Visit as a Guest and type "Stephen Bernstein" into the keyword search to turn up posting #19886. The University of Michigan-Flint is a non-discriminatory, Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Flint campus is an urban regional unit of the University of Michigan. Contact Information: Jonathan Starbrook jonathan.starbrook@manchester.ac.uk University of Michigan-Flint General Linguistics: Lecturer, University of Michigan-Flint http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1763.html Rank: Lecturer Posted on: 02-Jun-2008 Deadline: 20-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Language(s): Employer: University of Michigan-Flint Department: English Job Description The Department of English at the University of Michigan-Flint is seeking a Lecturer I to teach linguistics courses for the Fall 2008 semester (beginning August 27, 2008). The lecturer will be expected to teach ENG/LIN 200: Introduction to Linguistics and ENG/LIN 244: The Structure of English. Minimum salary for this position is $3,125 per course section. Minimum Qualifications: MA in Linguistics, English, or a related field, with at least one year experience teaching introductory linguistics at the college level. Online instructional experience (Blackboard platform) is preferred. Candidates should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and teaching portfolio to Dr. Stephen Bernstein at the address provided below. Electronic submissions are also welcome. In addition to submitting directly to the hiring Application Address: Dr. Stephen Bernstein University of Michigan-Flint Department of English Flint, MI 48502-1950 USA Contact Information: Dr. Stephen Bernstein sberns@umflint.edu Phone: 810-762-3285 University of Newcastle General Linguistics: Lecturer, University of Newcastle http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1035.html Rank: Lecturer Posted on: 27-Mar-2008 Deadline: 18-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Language(s): Employer: University of Newcastle LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 153 Job Description Department: Job Description School of Humanities and Social Science Lecturer in Linguistics Vacancy No. 861 This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate Linguist to provide teaching input across the range of Linguistics courses including those offered in the Masters of Applied Linguistics. You will also contribute to research and research supervision in the discipline. A PhD is essential. Academic Level B $66,362 to $78,806 per annum Faculty of Education and Arts The Department of English, University of New Hampshire, invites applications for a full-time, benefits-eligible Lecturer, beginning September, 2008, in anticipation of future tenure-track hire. Expertise in sociolinguistics and either phonology or TESL, with ability also to teach lower-division general linguistics courses. Course load 3/3. Applicants must have PhD by August, 2008. Send letter, CV, dossier, graduate transcripts, and writing sample by April 30 to the application address listed below. The university seeks excellence through diversity among its administrators, faculty, staff, and students. the university prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or marital status. Application by members of all underrepresented groups is encouraged. Contact Information: Hayley McGrgor hayley.mcgregor@newcastle.edu.au Application Address: Rochelle Lieber English Department, Hamilton Smith Hall 95 Main Street Durham, NH 03824 USA University of New Hampshire Sociolinguistics: Lecturer, University of New Hampshire http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1010.html Rank: Lecturer Posted on: 25-Mar-2008 Deadline: 30-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): Sociolinguistics Phonology/TESL Language(s): Employer: University of New Hampshire Department: English Contact Information: Rochelle Lieber rochelle.lieber@unh.edu University of North Texas Gen Ling: Visiting Assistant Professor, U North Texas http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1637.html Rank: Visiting Assistant Professor Posted on: 20-May-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Language(s): Employer: University of North Texas Department: Linguistics and Technical Communication LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 154 Job Description Job Description: The newly formed Department of Linguistics and Technical Communication at the University of North Texas is accepting applications for a visiting assistant professor for a non-tenure-track position in Linguistics during the 2008-09 academic year (beginning August 25, 2008). Teaching load and assignment will depend on qualifications and circumstances; for a well-qualified candidate who is active in the field we project a 3/3 load including upper-level undergraduate and introductory graduate courses (Phonology in fall 2008). During the spring 2009 semester there will be an opportunity to teach a graduate course in the area of expertise. Qualifications: Required qualifications include a PhD in Linguistics; previous teaching and/or research in Phonology is strongly desired. Application Procedures: E-mail letter of application, vita, and three letters of reference to Prof. Brenda Sims, Chair, Department of Linguistics and Technical Communication, University of North Texas at the application email listed below. Inquiries about the Linguistics program at UNT should be sent to Prof. Patricia Cukor-Avila. We will begin considering applications on June 2, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. UNT is an AA/EO employer that values diversity and is located in the culturally and economically vibrant Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. University of Notre Dame Psycholinguistics: Post Doc, University of Notre Dame http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-288.html Rank: Post Doc Posted on: 23-Jan-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Psycholinguistics Pragmatics Language(s): Employer: University of Notre Dame Department: Psychology Job Description Applications are invited for a postdoctoral fellowship in the Language Research Lab in the Department of Psychology at the University of Notre Dame. The lab employs behavioral, computational, and eye-tracking methodologies for investigating (adult) spoken language production and comprehension, particularly during face-to-face dialogue. The ideal candidate will have previous research experience in psycholinguistics, linguistics (with a focus on semantics and/or pragmatics), and/or computational modeling. The fellowship is for two years, with a negotiable starting date and a commitment to teach one course per year. Candidates should send a vita, a statement of research interests and three letters of recommendation by email to Dr. Kathleen Eberhard, or to the application address listed below. Informal inquiries are welcome via email. The University of Notre Dame is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Educator, and Employer that has a strong institutional commitment to racial, cultural and gender diversity. Contact Information: Patricia Cukor-Avila pcavila@unt.edu Phone: 940-565-4577 Application Address: Dr. Kathleen Eberhard 118 Haggar Hall University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, IN 46556 USA LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 155 Contact Information: Kathleen Eberhard eberhard.1@nd.edu Professor Peter Stockwell or Professor Rebecca Hughes, Director of Centre for English Language Education (CELE) Email: rebecca.hughes@nottingham.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0) 115 951 4893 Professor Roger Woods, Vice-President, University of Nottingham Ningbo, China Email: roger.woods@nottingham.edu.cn Tel 86 (0)574 8818 0105 University of Nottingham, Ningbo English & Applied Linguistics: Lecturer, University of Nottingham http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-740.html Rank: Lecturer Posted on: 06-Mar-2008 Deadline: 26-Mar-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics English Studies Language(s): English Employer: University of Nottingham, Ningbo Department: Division of English Job Description Applications are invited for the above post in the Division of English Studies based at the University of Nottingham Ningbo, China. The newly established Division was founded in 2007, developing a range of masters and BA programmes in the areas of applied linguistics, stylistics, discourse studies, modern literary studies, language policy for higher education, EAP, and spoken English. The successful candidate will teach and research in one or more of the following areas: Stylistics, Applied Linguistics (psycholinguistics, spoken English, ELT) in the Division and the Centre for Research in Applied Linguistics. Candidates must have a PhD (or be close to completion) in a relevant discipline, the ability to produce high quality research and experience of teaching in relevant subjects at degree level in an international English-speaking institution. Salary will be within the range £30,912 - £41,545 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience (salary can progress to £48,161 per annum, subject to performance). The post will be offered on a fixed-term contract with the University of Nottingham, Ningbo, China for a period of three years with effect from 1 September 2008, with the possibility of renewal. Informal enquiries regarding this vacancy may be addressed to: Contact Information: Prof Peter Stockwell peter.stockwell@nottingham.ac.uk Phone: +44 (0) 115 951 5908 University of Nova Gorica Syntax, Semantics, Phonology: Rank Open, U of Nova Gorica http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1444.html Rank: Rank Open Posted on: 29-Apr-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Syntax, Semantics, or Phonology Language(s): Employer: University of Nova Gorica Department: School of Humanities Job Description The University of Nova Gorica invites applications for two full-time teaching/research positions in any field of formal linguistics, though specialists in syntax, semantics or phonology will be given priority. The appointment is open to any rank (assistant, associate, or full professor), for 5 years, starting October 1, 2008. After the initial 5 years, tenure will be considered. The University of Nova Gorica aims to be a research university, with research and teaching being given equal emphasis; therefore, candidates with strong research potential will be given priority. The teaching load is up to six hours of lectures per week over the two semesters of the academic year (classes are taught in English). Other duties involve research, administrative work and student supervision. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 156 Applicants must hold a PhD by July 2008. Applications should include the candidate's CV, a statement of teaching interests and a statement of research interests, teaching evaluations (if available), two representative samples of published or unpublished work, and the names and e-mail addresses of three referees. Applicants should also arrange for their letters of reference to be sent directly to the address given below. Hard-copy materials should be sent to the address given below; however, both the application and the reference letters may also be sent by e-mail. For further information, please contact Franc (Lanko) Maruši# at the e-mail address given below. Some information on Linguistics at University of Nova Gorica can also be found at ung.si/en/academic-programmes/106586/ Application evaluations will start on June 1, 2008. Later applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. University of Oregon General Linguistics: Visiting Professor, University of Oregon http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-25.html Rank: Visiting Professor Posted on: 02-Jan-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Language(s): Employer: University of Oregon Department: Linguistics Job Description The Department of Linguistics at the University of Oregon is searching for a visiting assistant or associate professor, with an open specialization, for the academic year 2008-09. The initial contract will be for one year, beginning September 16, 2008 and ending June 15, 2009. The position is non-tenure track and possibly renewable for a second year. Candidates should carefully describe how their research specialization and theoretical orientation will fit into the mission of our distinctive department with particular emphasis on our graduate program. A PhD awarded by September 16, 2008 is required. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications. To apply, send a CV, a cover letter that discusses your research and teaching interests and experience, and the names and contact information for three references, to Visiting Professor Search, Department of Linguistics at the address given below. We will begin reviewing applications March 18, 2008 and will continue accepting applications until the position is filled. The University of Oregon is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Candidates who promote and enhance diversity are strongly desired. Application Address: Tea Stibilj Nemec University of Nova Gorica Vipavska 13 Nova Gorica, SI-5000 Slovenia Contact Information: Lanko Marusic franc.marusic@p-ng.si Phone: ++386 5 3315 207 Fax: ++386 5 3315 385 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 157 Application Address: Professor Eric Pederson Visiting Professor Search Department of Linguistics Eugene, OR 97403-1290 USA The main purpose of post-doctoral research fellowships is to qualify researchers for work in top academic positions within their disciplines. Applicants must hold a degree equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree in an academic area which is relevant to the proposed project. Applicants must submit a project description, including a schedule of activities. It is to be assumed that the project will be completed within the 3-year period. The appointee will be expected to engage with existing research groups in the Faculty of Humanities and to contribute to the further development of the scholarly community. We are looking for strongly motivated and competent candidates, with high academic qualifications in the relevant area of research. Short listed applicants will be called to an interview at the University of Oslo. Guidelines for appointments to post-doctoral research fellowships at the University of Oslo may be obtained at Contact Information: Professor Eric Pederson epederso@uoregon.edu Phone: 541-346-6900 Fax: 541-346-5961 University of Oslo Linguistics & Culture Studies: Post Doc, University of Oslo http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1408.html Rank: Post Doc Posted on: 25-Apr-2008 Deadline: 15-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Ling & Literature Culture studies Language(s): Employer: University of Oslo Department: Department of Linguistics and Scandinavian Studies Job Description Position as post-doctoral research fellowship (SKO/post code 1352) in linguistics is available at the Department of Linguistics and Scandinavian Studies, University of Oslo. The post-doctoral research fellowship is for a period of 3 years and will be attached to the project “Language, Culture and Identity in Migrant Narratives”. The successful applicant is expected to investigate a research area within “The Negotiation of Identity in Spoken Migrant Narrative Discourse”, with a special emphasis on national minorities and including an historical perspective to identity in narratives. Cf. the project description on the department’s home page: hf.uio.no/iln/forskning/forskningsprosjekter/. uio.no/admhb/reglhb/personal/tilsettingvitenskapelig/guidelinespost For further information, contact: Administrative Head of Department Kari Winquist, tel +47 22 85 67 47 or email: kari.winquist@iln.uio.no, or Project Leader Professor Elizabeth Lanza, tel +47-22856751 or e-mail: elizabeth.lanza@iln.uio.no. Government wage scale: 54-59 (from NOK 389 600 to NOK 433 600,-) Ref.no: 2008/1595 Submission Applicants should submit five copies of: - Project description (max. 10 pages) - A list of published and unpublished works - Curriculum vitae (with full information about education, former positions, pedagogical and administration experience), including one set of certified copies of certificates - Names and contact information of two references and LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 158 - three copies of doctoral dissertation together with three copies of scientific works (printed or non-printed) that the applicant wishes to be considered by the evaluation committee Applications may be written in Norwegian or English. Please mark applications with ref.no. 2008/1595 and send to The Faculty of Humanities, P.O.Box 1079 Blindern, N-03l6 Oslo, Norway. The University of Oslo has a goal of recruiting more women in academic positions. Women are encouraged to apply. The University of Oslo also has a goal of recruiting more individuals with an immigrant background to academic positions in Norway. Individuals with an immigrant background are encouraged to apply. The University of Oslo has an agreement for all employees, aiming to secure rights to research results a.o. Department: Job Description Linguistic Data Consortium The Linguistic Data Consortium at the University of Pennsylvania has an immediate opening for a programmer analyst to support our rapidly growing linguistic resource creation projects. Programmer Analyst (#071223633) Duties: This position will support LDC's linguistic data creation projects by providing programming, technical and research support in a lead capacity. Primary responsibilities will be to design, develop and implement programming solutions and oversee all technical aspects of the projects; work with LDC's project managers, annotators, programmers, and clients to develop achievable plans for corpus development and successfully execute them; investigate technical issues that may arise during the life cycles of projects, and provide timely solutions to them as necessary; work with project managers to develop and execute tool and data specifications; coordinate a team of programmers to provide timely support of project goals. Minimum Qualifications: - BS/BA in Computer Science or Computational Linguistics (advanced degree preferred) - At least one year of relevant work experience in linguistic resource creation or human language technology development - Strong programming skills in at least two of the following programming languages: Python, C++, Java and Perl - Proven record of success in project support or project management For further information or to apply online please visit jobs.hr.upenn.edu/; search postings for reference number 071223633. Penn offers an excellent benefits package including medical/dental, retirement plans, tuition assistance and a minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation per year. The University of Pennsylvania is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Application Address: Ina Kollstad Jørgensen , Personnel officer The Faculty of Humanities P.O. Box 1079 Blindern Oslo, N-0316 Norway Contact Information: Ina Kollstad Jørgensen, Personnel officer i.b.k.jorgensen@hf.uio.no Phone: +4722854702 University of Pennsylvania Corpus Development: Programmer Analyst, U of Pennsylvania http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-137.html Rank: Programmer Analyst Posted on: 10-Jan-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Corpus Development Language(s): Employer: University of Pennsylvania LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 159 Positions contingent upon funding. For more information about LDC and the programs we support, visit ldc.upenn.edu. Application Address: Visiting Assistant Professor Department of Linguistics , Search Committee 2816 Cathedral of Learning University of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA 15260 USA Contact Information: Kazuaki Maeda maeda@ldc.upenn.edu Contact Information: Scott Kiesling, Associate Professor and Chair kiesling@pitt.edu Phone: 412-624-5900 Fax: 412-624-6130 University of Pittsburgh Syntax: Visiting Assistant Professor, University of Pittsburgh http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1745.html Rank: Visiting Assistant Professor Posted on: 30-May-2008 Deadline: 15-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Syntax Language(s): Employer: University of Pittsburgh Department: Linguistics Job Description The University of Pittsburgh, Department of Linguistics, invites applications for an eight-month (two term) visiting assistant professor, beginning September 1, 2008, with a specialization in syntactic theory. Applicants must have completed the PhD. Courses to be taught include morphology, syntactic theory, and introduction to linguistics. Other courses will depend on the successful candidate’s specialty. The course load is three courses per semester, or equivalent administrative duties. Candidates should send a CV, a statement of research and teaching interests and teaching evaluations (required), and the names, email addresses, and postal addresses of at least three references (the applicant should notify these potential referees of their application). Send materials to the application address listed below; (412) 624-5900; Fax (412) 624-6130. For full consideration, complete applications should arrive by the deadline. E-mail inquiries should be directed to Scott Kiesling. The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and members of minority groups under-represented in academia are especially encouraged to apply. University of Potsdam Syntax: Researcher/Lecturer, University of Potsdam http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1869.html Rank: Researcher/Lecturer Posted on: 12-Jun-2008 Deadline: 01-Jul-2008 Ling Field(s): Syntax Language(s): Employer: University of Potsdam Department: Linguistics Job Description There are two vacant positions at the Linguistics Department of the University of Potsdam, for researchers/lecturers (Wissenschaftlicher Assistent) in the field of syntax. Applicants should have a specialization in theoretical (generative) syntax and/or comparative syntax. They should have an interest in a close cooperation with the Collaborative Research Center SFB 632 (www.sfb632.uni-potsdam.de/). The jobs come with a 4 hour teaching load per semester related to our BSc and MSc programs. Applicants should have finished their dissertation in the field of syntax. One position will have to be filled by Oct 1st 2008. The person on this position should teach a course in the winter term, and should be able to teach in German in summer LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 160 2009. The other position can be filled around Jan 1st 2009. The person on this position should be able to teach in German in fall/winter 2009. Payment depends on various factors such as age and marital status. An average employee starts with around €2800 (before taxes) in the first year and reaches €3800 per month in their fifth year of employment. The Potsdam department of linguistics is one of the biggest institutions of its kind in Germany, and one of the most successful ones in terms of external funding. The Linguistics Department in Potsdam has a close relation to the thriving neighboring linguistics departments in Berlin (Free University, Humboldt University). Shortlisted applicants are likely to be invited to job interviews in late July. Please attach your CV and relevant papers to your application. Job Description The Theoretical Computational Linguistics group at the Linguistics Department of the University of Potsdam, Germany, is seeking a postdoctoral or doctoral researcher to join a team working on linguistically informed data-driven approaches to parsing, corpus analysis and computational semantics. The starting date for this position is approximately July 2008, or as soon as possible thereafter. The successful candidate will work on some of the following research strands: - machine learning and stochastic methods building on deep linguistic processing - weakly supervised learning techniques for NLP and corpus annotation (bootstrapping, co-training, active learning) - exploitation of parallel corpora for NLP tasks (e.g. annotation projection) - machine learning approaches to information-structural categories (given/new, topic, focus) - data-driven approaches to computational semantics Our group participates in the Collaborative Research Centre (SFB 632) on Information Structure (as project D4; sfb632.uni-potsdam.de/) and other research projects. Candidates should hold a degree in computational linguistics, computer science or a related discipline. Ideal candidates will have an interest in computational syntax/semantics, good programming skills and experience in machine learning and/or stochastic methods and corpus methodology. A background in linguistic theory, grammar formalisms (in particular Lexical-Functional Grammar), and formal semantics will be a plus. The position is temporary; the initial duration is 15 months, with possible extensions subject to the availability of funding and the rules of the German Hochschulrahmengesetz (Framework Act For Higher Education). The salary and social benefits are determined by the German pay scale for state employees (Entgeltgruppe: 13 TV-Laender, Tarifgebiet Ost). Doctoral researchers will be employed on a part-time position, following the DFG policy, and will have the opportunity of pursuing a doctoral degree at the University of Potsdam. Contact Information: Gisbert Fanselow fanselow@uni-potsdam.de Phone: 49-331-977-2446 University of Potsdam, Germany Comp Ling: Researcher (Postdoc/Doctoral), University of Potsdam http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1743.html Rank: Researcher (Postdoc or Doctoral Researcher) Posted on: 30-May-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Language(s): Employer: University of Potsdam, Germany Department: Department of Linguistics LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 161 The University of Potsdam offers a highly attractive academic environment: the dynamic division of Computational Linguistics is part of a strong Linguistics Department, which has interdisciplinary ties with Psychology and Computer Science. At the same time, Potsdam is a very nice, yet affordable living environment, with world-famous castles and parks, surrounded by lakes and forests. Last but not least, Germany's vibrant capital Berlin is just a 30-minute train ride away. The University of Potsdam is an equal opportunity employer. Interested candidates are invited to send their application materials (including a CV, [links to] sample publications, and [names and email addresses of] two or three references), preferably by email. Applications received by the deadline will receive fullest consideration; however, we will continue to accept applications until the position has been filled. University of Southampton (UK) Salary: £28,289 per annum Applications are invited for the position of Postdoctoral Research Fellow on the ESRC-funded research project “Emergence and Development of the Tense-Aspect system in L2 Spanish”. You will contribute to all aspects of data gathering, database creation, data analysis and dissemination on this collaborative project. The members of the research team are: Dr. Laura Domínguez (Project Director, Southampton), Professor Ros Mitchell (Project Director, Southampton); Professor Florence Myles (Project Director, Newcastle); Dr María J. Arche (Project Adviser, Greenwich). This is a fixed term full time appointment from 1 June 2008 until 30 November 2009. The aim of the project is to investigate the stages and factors involved in the emergence of Tense and Aspect in L2 Spanish. The team of researchers are already developing a cross-sectional database of spoken learner Spanish, the 'Spanish Learner Language Oral Corpus' (www.splloc.soton.ac.uk). The current project will further develop the corpus through development of a new range of tasks (both open and closed) that will enable us to explore the development of Tense and Aspect in L2 Spanish. During the first stage of the project the team will design a range of elicitation tasks to gather both spoken and written L2 Spanish from learners at beginner, intermediate and advanced level. The digital audio data will be transcribed using CHAT conventions, and tagged for parts of speech using the CLAN software. The substantive research programme of the project will be carried out during the second stage of the project, and will also be supported through the use of CLAN. Applicants will hold a doctorate in a relevant area of Spanish linguistics/ applied linguistics and will have a good knowledge of Spanish morphosyntax as well as second language acquisition theory. You will have some relevant fieldwork experience and native/ near native competence in both Spanish and English. You will be expected to develop full expertise with CHILDES programs (CHAT and CLAN), but previous experience of CHILDES, although desirable, is not essential as training and support will be given as needed. For an application form and further particulars visit the application url listed below, Email: recruit@soton.ac.uk, Tel: (+44) (0)23 8059 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Contact Information: Prof. Dr. Jonas Kuhn kuhn@ling.uni-potsdam.de Phone: +49 331 977-2444 Fax: +49 331 977-2761 University of Southampton Spanish Linguistics: Post Doc, University of Southampton http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-889.html Rank: Post Doc Posted on: 14-Mar-2008 Deadline: 11-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Spanish Linguistics Language(s): Employer: University of Southampton Department: Modern Languages Job Description Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Spanish Linguistics/SLA Page 162 2750. Please quote reference number 2132-08-L Contact Information: Dr. Laura Dominguez ldo@soton.ac.uk Phone: (+44) (0)23 80593403 supervise Honours students in relevant fields. In addition, they will be expected to undertake administration and curriculum development as required, and to pursue an active research program. Applicants must have a doctorate in English or another related field, or expect to have been awarded the degree by the time they take up the appointment. They must be able to provide evidence of research publication and current research activity in their field. Experience in teaching at undergraduate level and ability to contribute to more than one area of departmental teaching are essential. Applicants must be willing to assist with the teaching of Academic Writing and in the Master of Professional Communication program; they must also have excellent communication skills and a commitment to teamwork in the teaching environment. Experience in lecturing and in the supervision of Honours students is desirable. The position is full-time fixed term for five years, subject to the completion of a satisfactory probation period for new appointees. Membership of a University approved superannuation scheme is a condition of employment for new appointees. Remuneration package: $60,711 - $102,992 p.a. (which includes a base salary Senior Lecturer Level A/B, $51,302 - $87,030 p.a., leave loading and up to 17% employer's contribution to superannuation. Level of appointment and responsibility will be commensurate with degree, qualifications, and experience. For more information or to apply online, please visit the website listed below and search by reference number 130183. For further information, contact Dr Margaret Rogerson. University of Sydney English & General Linguistics: Lecturer, University of Sydney http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1540.html Rank: Lecturer Posted on: 12-May-2008 Deadline: 11-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Language(s): English Employer: University of Sydney Department: Job Description Lecturer in Modern English Language Studies School of Letters, Art and Media Reference No. 130183 Applications are invited for a fixed-term (5 years) Lectureship at Level A or B in Modern English Language Studies in the Department of English within the School of Letters, Art and Media. The Department of English currently has twenty-nine academic staff, and offers undergraduate and postgraduate education and training in all fields and periods of English language and literature, from the medieval to the contemporary. The position is available from July 2008, but applications from those able to take up post in February 2009 will be considered. The department is seeking a Lecturer who has demonstrable expertise in any branch or branches of Modern English Language Studies; for example, rhetoric, language and its contextual practice, literary stylistics, the descriptive grammar of English, the history of the English language, semiotics. The appointee will be expected to teach undergraduate and Honours units of study, to contribute to postgraduate coursework units, and to LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Contact Information: Dr Margaret Rogerson margaret.rogerson@arts.usyd.edu.au Phone: (+61 2) 9351 2308 Fax: (+61 2 ) 9351 2434 Page 163 Application Address: University of the District of Columbia TESOL, Applied Ling: Asst/Assoc Professor, U Distict of Columbia http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1713.html Rank: Assistant and Associate Professor Posted on: 28-May-2008 Deadline: 21-Nov-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics TESOL Language(s): Employer: University of the District of Columbia Department: Languages & Communication Disorders Job Description Two Positions Available : **Associate Professor / Director ESL Serves as the Director of the English as a Second Language program. Oversees maintenance of an appropriate, objective, and up-to-date evaluation system for identification, placement and exit of students requiring ESL. Teaches classes in the program and participates in department and university service activities. Must have a PhD and at least two years experience teaching at the collegiate level, preferably in multi-cultural environments. ESL certification required. **Assistant Professor Teaches English as a Second Language to non-native speakers, ensures that students acquire the oral and written communication skills necessary for their academic and professional development, advises students. Also serves on appropriate committees, participates in department and university activities. Must have at least an MA in ESL and two years of experience teaching at the collegiate level, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. To apply for either position, please submit curriculum vitae, official transcript(s) and three (3) letters of reference. Dr. Marie Racine, Chair-ESL Committee University of the District of Columbia Department of Languages and Communication Disorders, Bldg 41 Washington, DC 20008 USA Contact Information: Dr. Marie Racine mracine@udc.edu University of Toronto Formal Semantics: Limited Term Appointment Asst Prof, U Toronto http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1682.html Rank: Contractually Limited Term Apptment Asst Prof Posted on: 26-May-2008 Deadline: 23-Jun-2008 Ling Field(s): Semantics Formal Semantics Language(s): Employer: University of Toronto Department: Linguistics Job Description Division: Faculty of Arts and Science artsandscience.utoronto.ca/ Job Description: Applications are invited for a one-year, full-time, contractually limited-term (CLTA) position at the Assistant Professor level in Linguistics with a specialization in Formal Semantics, in the Department of Linguistics, University of Toronto. Appointment normally commences August 1, 2008. The position involves teaching five semester courses including Formal Semantics at the second and third year LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 164 undergraduate level and possibly at the graduate level, and other courses from among the following: Introduction to Linguistics, Introduction to Language, English Words, English Grammar, Language Diversity, and Morphology; conducting research, serving on graduate committees, and taking part in the normal activities of the Department. University of Toronto Scarborough Various Languages, Applied Ling: Lecturer, U Toronto Scarborough http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1479.html Rank: Lecturer Posted on: 02-May-2008 Deadline: 22-May-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Language(s): Arabic, Standard Chinese, Mandarin Hindi Sanskrit Employer: University of Toronto Scarborough Department: Humanities Job Description The Department of Humanities at the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) invites applications for the following four part-time (.5) appointments at the rank of Lecturer, starting July 1, 2008 and ending June 30, 2009 with a possibility of renewal. The positions involve teaching undergraduate language courses at the elementary, intermediate, or advanced levels, and coordinating language course offerings. Arabic: PhD or PhD near completion in Arabic Language Studies; excellent command of Arabic and knowledge of its structure; experience in teaching Arabic as a second language; an aptitude for teamwork. Expertise in one or more of the following: second language acquisition, current second language teaching methodology, and linguistics or applied linguistics. Familiarity with computer-enhanced/web-based language instruction would be an asset. Hindi: PhD or PhD near completion in Hindi Language Studies; excellent command of Hindi and knowledge of its structure; experience in teaching Hindi as a second language; an aptitude for teamwork. Expertise in one or more of the following: second language acquisition, current second language teaching methodology, and linguistics or applied linguistics. Familiarity with computer-enhanced/web-based language instruction would be an asset. Mandarin: PhD or PhD near completion in Mandarin Language Studies; excellent command of Mandarin and knowledge of its structure; experience in teaching Mandarin as a second language; an Qualifications: PhD completed, evidence of research ability, and relevant teaching experience. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Send letter of application and current curriculum vitae to Professor Diane Massam, or by email to lingdept@chass.utoronto.ca and arrange to have three letters of reference addressing teaching and research experience and ability sent directly to the same address as soon as possible. The University is strongly committed to diversity within its community. The University especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Application Address: Chair Diane Massam Dept of Linguistics, Room 6076, 6th Floor, 130 St. George St. Toronto, Ontario M5S 3H1 Canada Contact Information: William Forrest lingdept@chass.utoronto.ca LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 165 aptitude for teamwork. Expertise in one or more of the following: second language acquisition, current second language teaching methodology, and linguistics or applied linguistics. Familiarity with computer-enhanced/web-based language instruction would be an asset. Sanskrit: PhD or PhD near completion in Sanskrit; knowledge of the structure of Sanskrit; experience in teaching Sanskrit; an aptitude for teamwork. Expertise in one or more of the following would be an asset: linguistics or applied linguistics; language teaching methodology; and computer-enhanced/web-based language instruction. Applicants should send a letter of application, a current CV, and teaching materials to Languages Search (please specify: Arabic, Hindi, Mandarin, or Sanskrit), to the application address listed below. Three letters of reference should be sent directly to Professor Bowen. Applications and reference letters may also be submitted electronically (preferred) to ArabicSearch@utsc.utoronto.ca, HindiSearch@utsc.utoronto.ca, MandarinSearch@utsc.utoronto.ca, or SanskritSearch@utsc.utoronto.ca. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. UTSC is a research-intensive institution with an interdisciplinary commitment and a multicultural student body speaking a wide range of languages. The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. Contact Information: Professor Rena Helms-Park rhelms@utsc.utoronto.ca Phone: (416) 287-7142 University of Vienna Contemporary English: Variation/Cognition: Full Prof, U Vienna http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1658.html Rank: Full Professor Posted on: 23-May-2008 Deadline: 15-Jul-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Linguistics of Contemporary English Language(s): Employer: University of Vienna Department: Department of English Job Description Full Professor of English Linguistics: Variation and Cognition (full-time permanent position under private law, expected to start by October 1st, 2009). As specified in the University’s Development Plan, the position is to be linked to the research area 'Linguistic communication: systemic and functional dimensions'. Application Address: Language Searches c/0 Prof. William R. Bowen, Department of Humanities University of Toronto Scarborough Toronto, ON M1C 1A4 Canada Applicants should have an excellent research record in the area of contemporary English linguistics, considering both the systematic variability and the cognitive foundations of language and communication. Cooperation with historical and applied (English) linguistics is expected. Please consult the full text of the announcement in English at: personalabteilung.univie.ac.at/index.php?id=13683&tx_ttnews[tt_n Applications in English should be submitted by e-mail to the Dean of the Faculty of Philological and Cultural Studies of the University of Vienna, Franz Roemer, no later than July 15th, 2008, with reference 105-2007/2008. LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 166 Contact Information: Prof. Barbara Seidlhofer barbara.seidlhofer@univie.ac.at University of Vienna University of Vienna Applied Linguistics: Visiting Professor, University of Vienna http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1157.html Rank: Visiting Professor Posted on: 04-Apr-2008 Deadline: 21-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Language(s): Employer: University of Vienna Department: Department of English Job Description The advertised position is for the winter term 2008/09 (1 October - 31 January). Applicants should be able to make a significant contribution to the teaching of the English Language Teaching and English Language and Linguistics MA-programmes. The Department is looking for candidates who will support the development of the recently established Centre for English Language Teaching as well as the research activities in this area. The teaching load is 8 hours/week per semester. Applications should include a CV, a list of publications and conference papers as well as an overview of courses taught. Any extensive additional material (e.g. copies of publications) should not be included. Applications should be sent by 21. April 2008 (postmark) and indicating the reference number 8/76-2007/2008 to the application address listed below. English Linguistics: Visiting Professor, University of Vienna http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1158.html Rank: Visiting Professor Posted on: 04-Apr-2008 Deadline: 21-Apr-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics English Linguistics Language(s): Employer: University of Vienna Department: Department of English Job Description The advertised position is tenable from 1 October 2008 – 31 January 2009, full time employment, 4-month limited contract. Applicants should be able to make a significant contribution to the teaching of the English Language and Linguistics MA programme. The Department of English is looking for candidates with a distinguished record of publications, a record of service to the international academic community, and experience in and enthusiasm for undergraduate and graduate teaching. The teaching load is 8 hours/week per semester. Applications should include a CV, a list of publications and conference papers as well as an overview of courses taught. Any extensive additional material (e.g. copies of publications) should not be included. Application Address: Dekanat der Phil-Kult Fakultät Universität Wien Dr. Karl Lueger-Ring 1, Vienna, A-1010 Austria Applications should be sent, by 21. April 2008 (postmark) and indicating the reference number 8/75-2007/08 to the application address listed below. Application Address: Dekanat Phil-Kult Fakultät Universität Wien Dr. Karl Lueger-Ring 1, Vienna, A-1010 Austria Contact Information: Christiane Dalton-Puffer christiane.dalton-puffer@univie.ac.at LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 167 Contact Information: Christiane Dalton-Puffer christiane.dalton-puffer@univie.ac.at Contact Information: Connie Barron connieb@uwm.edu Phone: 414-229-4513 University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Tesol Training: Adjunct Prof, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-509.html Rank: Adjunct Professor Posted on: 11-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Language(s): Employer: University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Department: English Job Description The UWM Department of English seeks a specialist in TESOL training for a three-semester appointment beginning spring semester 2008 at the rank of Adjunct Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will teach one or two classes per semester, advise MA students in TESOL, and supervise their MA projects. PhD required. Candidates interested in more information concerning this appointment may write to Prof. Michael Noonan at noonan@uwm.edu. Applications should be sent to the application address listed below. Applications should include CV and the names of three references. Review of Credentials begins January 7, 2008 and continues until the position is filled. To learn more about the English department, please see the website above. UWM is an AA/EOE employer. U of Maryland Psycholinguistics: Post Doc, U of Maryland http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-617.html Rank: Post Doc Posted on: 21-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Psycholinguistics Neurolinguistics, Language Acquisition Language(s): Employer: U of Maryland Department: Linguistics Job Description Post-doctoral position in Psycholinguistics/Neurolinguistics/Language Acquisition University of Maryland The Cognitive Neuroscience of Language (CNL) Lab at the University of Maryland at College Park (suburb of Washington DC) is looking for a postdoctoral researcher to participate in all aspects of research. The CNL Lab comprises around 40 faculty, staff, and students engaged in research that spans language acquisition, language processing, and neurolinguistics, including the study of acquired and genetic disorders. The lab has on-site facilities for whole-head MEG recordings, high-density EEG, head-mounted and stationary eye-trackers, and a variety of behavioral paradigms. Lab members have access to an on-campus laboratory preschool and infant testing facilities. Lab members have also conducted fMRI and PET studies through local collaborations. CNL Lab faculty include Valentine Hacquard, Bill Idsardi, Jeff Lidz, Colin Phillips, David Poeppel, Amy Weinberg, and Andrea Zukowski, and there are close ties to labs in Psychology, Computer Science, Hearing & Speech Science, Electrical Engineering, and Second Language Acquisition. The post-doc position is not linked to a LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Application Address: Professor Michael Noonan Department of English University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee, US 53201 USA Page 168 specific project, and the ideal candidate will be able to contribute to more than one of the lab's research foci and to the Department of Linguistics' other strengths in theoretical and computational linguistics. This is primarily a research position, but some limited teaching may be required. Initial appointment is for 1 year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year. Anticipated starting date is September 1, 2008, and PhD should be in hand by starting date. Salary is competitive. For best consideration, submit a letter of application and current CV, and arrange for 3 references to be submitted electronically. Inquiries may be directed to any CNL Lab faculty member. Please note that all application materials, including letters of recommendation, should be submitted electronically if at all possible (PDF files preferred). Application materials should be sent to Bill Idsardi, idsardi@umd.edu. The last-resort mailing address is: CNL Post-doc Search, c/o Bill Idsardi, Department of Linguistics, 1401 Marie Mount Hall, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742. Review of applications will begin on March 24th, but the position will remain open until filled. The Cognitive Neuroscience of Language Lab is a well-integrated community of over 40 faculty, students and research staff, engaged in research on a wide variety of areas of language, ranging from acoustics to semantics, in children and adults, normal and disordered populations, and covering around 10 languages. The lab has facilities for behavioral testing of children and adults, two eye-tracking labs, a high-density ERP lab and a whole-head MEG facility. The lab is affiliated with the Departments of Linguistics and Biology, and with the Neuroscience and Cognitive Science Program. The University of Maryland is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunities Title IX employer. Women and minority candidates are especially encouraged to apply. U of Maryland Cognitive Science: Post-bac Research Fellows, U of Maryland http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-616.html Rank: Post-bac Research Fellows Posted on: 21-Feb-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Cognitive Science Linguistics Language(s): Employer: U of Maryland Department: Linguistics Job Description Multiple Research Assistant/Fellowship Positions The Dept of Linguistics at the University of Maryland, is looking to fill up to three full-time positions for post-baccalaureate researchers. Starting date for all positions is summer/fall 2008. Salary is competitive, with benefits included. The positions would be ideal for individuals with a BA degree who are interested in gaining significant research experience in a very active lab as preparation for a research career. Applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents. Previous experience in linguistics is required, and relevant research experience is preferred. Applicants may request to be considered for all positions. Review of applications for all positions will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. For best consideration, apply by March 14th. Position #1: Research Assistant in Cognitive Neuroscience of Language This person will take a leading role in research projects on the cognitive neuroscience of language. The person will be involved in all aspects of the design, testing and analysis of studies of language comprehension in adults, using behavioral and neuroscientific techniques, including ERP and MEG brain recordings (training provided). The person will also play a key role in the management of an active lab group. Previous experience in linguistics and/or psycholinguistics is preferred. The ability to interact comfortably with a wide variety of people (and machines) is a distinct advantage. The position is for a one year initial appointment, with the possibility of extension beyond that time. For more information contact Dr Colin Contact Information: Bill Idsardi idsardi@umd.edu LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 169 Phillips, colin@umd.edu. Positions #2-#3: Baggett Research Fellowships 2008-2009 One-year Baggett Fellowships are full-time positions intended for individuals with a BA or BS degree who are interested in gaining research experience in an active interdisciplinary environment before pursuing graduate study. One or two fellowship positions are available for the 2008-2009 year. Applicants for all positions should submit a cover letter (outlining relevant background and interests, including potential faculty mentors), a current CV, and the names and contact information for 3 potential referees (letters are not needed as part of the initial application), and a writing sample. Fuller details at ling.umd.edu/baggett. All application materials should be submitted electronically to Dr Jeff Lidz (jlidz@umd.edu). NOTE: Put 'Baggett Fellowship' in the subject line. Prospective fellows should feel free to send a preliminary letter of interest to Dr Lidz or Dr Phillips. Prospective fellows who are currently applying to MA and PhD programs should indicate this in their application, and should inform us if they accept an offer from a graduate program and wish to withdraw their application. The Cognitive Neuroscience of Language Lab is a well-integrated community of over 40 faculty, students and research staff, engaged in research on a wide variety of areas of language, ranging from acoustics to semantics, in children and adults, normal and disordered populations, and covering around 10 languages. The lab has facilities for behavioral testing of children and adults, two eye-tracking labs, a high-density ERP lab and a whole-head MEG facility. The lab is affiliated with the Departments of Linguistics and Biology, and with the Neuroscience and Cognitive Science Program. The University of Maryland is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunities Title IX employer. Utrecht University Various Langs & Gen Ling: Asst Prof/Lecturer, Utrecht University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1508.html Rank: Assistant Professor/Lecturer Posted on: 07-May-2008 Deadline: 17-May-2008 Ling Field(s): General Linguistics Literary Studies, European languages Language(s): English French German, Standard Italian Portuguese Spanish Employer: Utrecht University Department: Modern Languages Job Description Utrecht University invites applications for: 10 Lecturers / Assistant Professors in European Languages, Linguistics and Literary Studies (part-time or full-time) Job Description: As a result of excellent research assessments and growing student numbers, the Department of Modern Languages is able to expand its faculty. It therefore invites applications from highly qualified candidates for several positions, both permanent and non-permanent, part and full time, within the Department's broad range of expertise: Linguistics, Literary Studies, European Languages: Celtic, English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish. Candidates should be able to teach at all levels (BA, MA, Mphil, second language teaching) and within several programmes, as well as participate in cross-disciplinary courses and course development. Areas of specialization are open, but it is desirable that the applicant's research profile matches the research agenda of the current programmes and will strengthen their ambitions. Candidates will be evaluated on their record of scholarship and teaching. How to Apply: Contact Information: Jeffrey Lidz jlidz@umd.edu LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 170 Qualified candidates are invited to send their applications by e-mail to the application email listed below to HR Department of the Humanities Faculty, Attn Ms Ingrid Wagenaar, mentioning vacancy number 68841. Postal address listed below. Applications (in English or Dutch) should contain: - A letter of application - CV - Bibliography - Contact information for two referees (no letters) Interviews with selected candidates will be conducted between June 16 and June 20. Job Description Company Description: Vantage is a leading provider of linguistic-based technology and natural language search solutions. Vantage has over 30 years of experience in Artificial Intelligence and natural language research and development. Vantage Laboratories has successfully leveraged its Artificial Intelligence research into Vantage Learning, Vantage Linguistics, Vantage Communications, McCann Associates and Vantage Solutions. In turn, these businesses have built world-class tools and applications to meet the needs of education, municipal and commercial markets. Minimum Qualifications: - BS in Linguistics required, MS degree advantageous - Excellent knowledge of syntactic rules and features - Experience in quantitative analysis and data handling - Solid problem-solving and practical reasoning skills - Strong computer skills - Knowledge of programming and scripting languages a plus Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Development, analysis, and support of grammar engine rules for English (other languages a plus) - Technical writing concerning grammar, spelling, proofing tools - Assisting with other linguistic research projects - Product planning for new product versions and product maintenance - Linguistic Data and annotation related work and efforts Application Address: HR Department of the Humanities Faculty Attn Ms Ingrid Wagenaar Utrecht, 3512 HJ Netherlands Contact Information: Ms. Ingrid Wagenaar Ingrid.Wagenaar@let.uu.nl Phone: +31 30 2536102 Vantage Linguistics English & Computational Ling: Linguist, Vantage Linguistics http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-142.html Rank: Linguist Posted on: 10-Jan-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Computational Linguistics Morphology Syntax Software Development Language(s): English Employer: Vantage Linguistics Department: Software Development This is a full time on site position. Vantage is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants should email resumes to the LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 171 application email below. Contact Information: Linda Knoblauch lknoblauch@vantage.com - Developing abstracts, papers and proposals for publications and conferences - Serving as a liaison with leading universities and linguistic research organizations Position requirements: - An M.A./PhD in Applied Linguistics, with specialized training in corpus linguistics (multi-dimensional analysis), discourse analysis, ethnography of communication, and related sub-fields - 2+ years experience conducting corpus- and human-driven analyses of large bodies of language data - Proven project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects on tight timelines - Strong analytical, organizational and presentational skills - Experience in marketing research desired - Knowledge of the healthcare industry desired - Relocation assistance available. Verilogue Applied Linguistics: Consultant, Verilogue http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1515.html Rank: Consultant Posted on: 07-May-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Text/Corpus Linguistics Language(s): Employer: Verilogue Department: Linguistics Job Description Verilogue, 2007 Technology Start-Up Company of the Year as determined by the Eastern Technology Council, brings patients, physicians and the healthcare industry together to share information, enhance disease understanding and participate in medical marketing research. We are now seeking a Manager or Director of Analytics who will be responsible for: - Systematizing and operationalizing methods of linguistic analysis using techniques of corpus linguistics and discourse analysis to identify and tag salient pragmatic and interactional features - Conducting multi-dimensional and conversation(al) analyses of physician-patient interactions - Partnering with information technology and natural language processing personnel to develop lexicons and taxonomies of discourse features - Facilitating the development of automated systems of linguistic analysis where suitable - Working directly with clients and contributing to research projects and presentations as needed Contact Information: Brett Collins, Recruiting Manager bcollins@verilogue.com Voxify Inc. English & Applied Ling: Voice User Interface Designer, Voxify Inc http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1523.html Rank: Voice User Interface (VUI) Designer Posted on: 08-May-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Language(s): English Employer: Voxify Inc. Department: LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 172 Job Description Voxify is looking for a VUI Designer to join a team designing world-class voice applications. Using Voxify's Conversation Engine™ — the speech industry's most advanced voice application design platform — you will work with a number of other skill groups to automate high-volume customer service calls in numerous vertical markets. Clear analytical thinking, excellent communication skills and hard work will allow you to work as part of a team of software and speech industry veterans, contributing to conversational designs, tools, and components. Candidates should be experienced in gathering, defining, validating and documenting client business requirements. Using Voxify's tools and methodologies, you will learn to quickly translate business requirements into call flow designs based on industry best-practices and validate them. The VUI Designer will design new and re-design/enhance existing high-volume speech recognition applications, interactive sales demos and non-interactive recordings. On-going application design tuning activities are also expected to ensure on-going data-driven improvements in application design. The designer, working in concert with customer stakeholders, will apply proven, advanced VUI techniques and principles to manage presentation of information, guidance, querying, playback, and cognitive load management. Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems/Technology, Linguistics, Computational Linguistics, HCI or related field - Minimum of 1 year as Voice User Interface (VUI) Designer/Analyst or in a Linguistics role - Strong analytical background and proven ability to make data-driven decisions - Outstanding attention to detail - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Driven to deliver excellent customer service Desired Background: - VUI Design (call flow design, human factors, grammar tuning, script & prompt design, voice talent coaching, usability testing) - Network-based speech recognition technology and applications (speech recognition engines, voice browsers, TTS Engines) - VoiceXML Architecture, (app servers, application builders, web services) To apply, send your resume to the e-mail address listed below. About the Company: Voxify® is the first company to create automated contact center agents with the conversational skills to handle advanced customer service calls. Powered by the company's patented Voxify Conversation Engine®, Voxify Automated Agents® model the intelligence and personality of a trained live agent, allowing them to engage callers in sophisticated dialogue to perform advanced customer service functions, such as reservations, call routing, and account requests. Voxify Automated Agents are taking calls today for market leaders such as Continental Airlines, Wyndham International and Hammacher Schlemmer, helping them to be more responsive to their customers while delivering new services, closing more sales, and handling unplanned call volumes without hiring additional staff. We’re a growing technology company dedicated to creating an interesting and challenging work environment for its employees. Voxify offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package including stock options. Visit our website at www.voxify.com for further information about our company, products, and customers. Contact Information: Human Resources jobs@voxify.com LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 173 Western Carolina University TESOL/Administrative Experience: Director, West Carolina U http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1309.html Rank: Director of Intensive English Program Posted on: 16-Apr-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics TESOL, with Administrative Experience Language(s): Employer: Western Carolina University Department: International Programs and Services Job Description The office of International Programs and Services at Western Carolina University seeks a non-tenure-track, 12-month position as Director of the new Intensive English Program, beginning August 1, 2008. The successful candidate will be responsible to initiate and manage program growth; coordinate and oversee the budget; recruit international students; seek the Commission on English Language Acquisition Program Accreditation (CEA); collaborate with WCU Masters Program in TESOL; and teach one or two courses per semester. Requirements: - minimum, a MA TESOL with 3 years administrative experience; preferable, - a PhD in Applied Linguistics/TESOL, or related field, with 3 years administrative experience. Position is open until filled. Salary is based on experience. WCU is an AA/EOE that conducts background checks. Please visit the application url for more information, Search Position #0178. Western Michigan University French & Translation: Asst Prof, Western Michigan University http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-738.html Rank: Assistant Professor Posted on: 05-Mar-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Translation Language(s): French Employer: Western Michigan University Department: Foreign Languages Job Description The Department of Foreign Languages at Western Michigan University seeks applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of French beginning August 2008, pending budgetary approval. PhD in French or evidence of imminent award required. Specialization in translation preferred. Candidates in literary, cultural, or linguistics studies are also invited to apply; training in translation theory is required. Applicants should possess native or near-native fluency in French and have a genuine commitment to teaching at all undergraduate levels. Teaching experience at the college level required, publications desirable. Responsibilities to include French language and culture courses along with courses in area of specialty. The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching has placed WMU among the 76 public institutions in the nation designated as research universities with high research activity. WMU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer consistent with applicable federal and State law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Review of applications will begin February 29th, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should visit the application address below to apply. Online applications should include a letter of application (including a description of the candidate's research and teaching philosophy) and vita. Transcripts and three letters of reference can be sent directly to Cynthia Running-Johnson. Contact Information: Dr. Lois Petrovich-Mwaniki lmwaniki@email.wcu.edu Phone: 828-227-3433 LL Jobs Bulletin - June, 2008 Page 174 Application Address: Dr. Cynthia Running-Johnson, Chair Department of Foreign Languages, 1903 W. Michigan Ave. Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5338 USA language without living speakers requires both commitment and specialized skills/training. Therefore, the language coordinator must also solicit outside assistance. Major duties: - Compile, organize, and inventory all known Wiyot language materials. These will be housed in the Cultural Department. Duplicate copies will be housed in the Wiyot archives. - Oversee the construction of a Wiyot grammar and dictionary. - Prepare curriculum and individual lesson plans - Develop and maintain associated materials newsletter articles, signage, handouts, prayers, etc. Contact Information: Dr. Cynthia Running-Johnson c.running-johnson@wmich.edu Phone: 269 387-3021 Fax: 269 387-6333 Wiyot Tribe Wiyot & Applied Linguistics: Manager, Wiyot Tribe http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-1538.html Rank: Manager Posted on: 09-May-2008 Deadline: Until Filled Ling Field(s): Applied Linguistics Native American Languages Language(s): Wiyot Employer: Wiyot Tribe Department: Cultural Job Description Position Title: Language Project Manager Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Cultural Director, the Language Project Manager is responsible for the Wiyot Tribe Language Program. This includes overseeing the compiling, organizing, disseminating, creating, and teaching of Sulótalak, the Wiyot traditional language. This also encompasses contemporary uses of Sulótalak, recognizing that language, as culture, is living and dynamic. The Project Manager will be required to have knowledge of language revitaliza