26.3671, Jobs: Frisian; Sociolinguistics; Text/Corpus Linguistics: Post Doc, The Fryske Akademy

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Subject: 26.3671, Jobs: Frisian; Sociolinguistics; Text/Corpus Linguistics: Post Doc, The Fryske Akademy

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Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2015 11:26:42
From: Hans Van de Velde Van de Velde [hvandevelde at fryske-akademy.nl]
Subject: Frisian; Sociolinguistics; Text/Corpus Linguistics: Post Doc, The Fryske Akademy, Ljouwert/Leeuwarden, Netherlands

 University or Organization: The Fryske Akademy 
Job Location: Ljouwert/Leeuwarden, Netherlands 
Web Address: https://www.fryske-akademy.nl/
Job Title: Postdoctoral researcher linguistics
Job Rank: Post Doc

Specialty Areas: Sociolinguistics; Text/Corpus Linguistics 

Required Language(s): Frisian, Western (fri)

Description:

As a postdoctoral researcher in linguistics at the Fryske Akademy, you will get the opportunity to play a crucial role in the construction of a new corpus of contemporary spoken and written Frisian.

Your tasks are

- To collaborate in the construction of a new corpus of contemporary spoken and written Frisian
- To take part in preparing grant applications for this corpus
- To conduct corpus research, based on the Frisian case
- To publish in peer-reviewed international journals
- To contribute to scientific and general activities organized by the Fryske Akademy.

We are looking for someone who

- Completed a doctoral degree in linguistics or another relevant field. PhD students who are close to defending their dissertation are also welcome to apply
- Published in peer-reviewed journals or with established academic publishers
- Has ample experience with corpus research and the collection and construction of spoken and/or written corpora
- Has knowledge of up-to-date methods of statistics within corpus research
- Is open to other domains of research in linguistics and social sciences
- Has a curious and creative mind and takes initiatives
- Has the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Has an interest in the issues of minority languages
- Has the capacity to build and increase a good network of national and international research contacts
- Has an excellent command of both spoken and written English, as well as
outstanding writing and presentation skills. Having knowledge of Dutch and Frisian (or having the willingness to learn these languages) is an advantage.

Working conditions

We offer a full-time position for a period of one year, preferably starting November 1, 2015. Also candidates who are interested in a part-time position are invited to apply. The appointment will be under the terms of the CAO (collective labour agreement) of the Dutch Universities. The gross monthly salary based on full-time employment ranges from € 3324 to € 4.551 gross per month, depending on experience and qualifications (UFO-profile Researcher 3, scale 11). Benefits include a pension build-up, an annual holiday premium of 8% and an end-of-year premium of 8.3%. Candidates from outside the Netherlands may be eligible for a substantial tax break (30% ruling).

Information

The Fryske Akademy is currently revising its research organization. As a result, not all information on the website might be accurate. For more information on this research position, you can contact Dr Hans Van de Velde, senior researcher sociolinguistics (contact information below).

Applications

Send your extended CV and a short motivation letter (max. 700 words) before August 31, 2015 to Ms. Cobi Vogelzang, HR consultant (application email below) please mention: Postdoc Linguistics.

Job interviews will take place in the middle of September 2015.

Application Deadline: 30-Aug-2015 

Email Address for Applications: wurkje at fryske-akademy.nl 
Web Address for Applications: https://www.fryske-akademy.nl/index.php?L=2&id=66 
Contact Information:
	Dr. Hans Van de Velde Van de Velde 
	Email: hvandevelde at fryske-akademy.nl 
	Phone: +31 61 33 21 989

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