26.810, Support: Cognitive Science, Computational Linguistics, Pragmatics, Psycholinguistics, Semantics / Germany

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LINGUIST List: Vol-26-810. Fri Feb 06 2015. ISSN: 1069 - 4875.

Subject: 26.810, Support: Cognitive Science, Computational Linguistics, Pragmatics, Psycholinguistics, Semantics / Germany

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Date: Fri, 06 Feb 2015 22:30:05
From: Maria Biezma [maria.biezma at uni-konstanz.de]
Subject: Cognitive Science, Computational Linguistics, Pragmatics, Psycholinguistics, Semantics: PhD Student, University of Konstanz, Germany

 Institution/Organization: University of Konstanz 
Department: Linguistics 
Web Address: http://ling.uni-konstanz.de/pages/index_en.html 

Level: PhD 

Duties: Research,Project Work

Specialty Areas: Cognitive Science; Computational Linguistics; Pragmatics; Psycholinguistics; Semantics 
Corpora 

Description:

The Department of Linguistics of the University of Konstanz invites applicants for a Doctoral Research Position (Salary scale 13 TV-L / 65%). Applicants are invited for a three-year doctoral position within the Research Unit 'What if? On the epistemological, pragmatic, psychological, and cultural significance of counterfactual thinking' funded by the DFG (Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft) at the University of Konstanz. 

Duties and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate is expected to work within the project 'Conditionals and Discourse' under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and undertake research towards a PhD in Linguistics. The successful candidate will participate in the lively and collegiate research environment at the University of Konstanz's Linguistics Department, and will benefit also from interaction with other members of the 'What if?' Research Unit (in particular members working in Linguistics, Philosophy and Psycholinguistics) and the activities organized by the Research Unit.

The position is available as of July 1, 2015, the latest starting time is October 1 2015.

Project Description: 
There is growing interest and exciting new research on the integration between discourse and other levels in the construction of meaning. This project appeals to conditional constructions to investigate the role of discourse structure in generating meaning both from a theoretical perspective and through experimental methodologies and corpus work. The project incorporates a cross-linguistic dimension to focus on conditional constructions with meanings that appear to go beyond conventionally conveyed truth-conditions. For more details, visit: http://mariabiezma.com/dfg-funded-project/ 

Requirements:
- The successful candidate must have a Master's degree in Linguistics, or a related field with specialization in language research (e.g. Cognitive Sciences, Psychology, or Computer Sciences) in hand by the starting date. Specialization in Semantics and/or Pragmatics is an advantage.
- Experience in data collection and data analysis (related to Psycholinguistics, Computational Linguistics, etc.) is very welcome but not required.
- Command of English is a must, but command of German is not required.

How to Apply:
Applications must be sent electronically, via e-mail under the reference number 2015 / 023, to Prof. María Biezma at maria.biezma at uni-konstanz.de
Please include the following in the subject of the e-mail: "PhD application 'What if?' project." All applications must include electronic copies (pdf) of the following documents in a single file:
- cover letter with statement of purpose explaining the candidate's background and his/her interest in the position;
- curriculum vitae (CV);
- up to two writing samples (i.e. publications if any, term paper or Master's thesis);
- name and contact information of two referees.
For full consideration please submit your application by the application deadline.

The University of Konstanz is an equal opportunity employer that tries to increase the number of women in research and teaching. The University of Konstanz has been certified as a family-friendly institution by the Hertie Foundation and is committed to further the compatibility of work and family life. The University of Konstanz encourages persons with disabilities to apply. They will be given preference if appropriately qualified (contact + 49 (0) 7531 / 88 - 4016 and 88 - 2834).  The University of Konstanz offers a "Dual Career Couples Programme." More information is available at: http://www.familie.uni-konstanz.de/dual-career/ 

Application Deadline: 15-Apr-2015 

Mailing Address for Applications:
	Attn: Maria Biezma 
	University of Konstanz 
	Konstanz 78457 
	Germany 

Contact Information: 
	Maria Biezma 
	maria.biezma at uni-konstanz.de  

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