27.3885, Jobs: Sign Languages; American Sign Language; Computational Linguistics; Phonetics; Phonology: Post Doc, University of Chicago

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Subject: 27.3885, Jobs: Sign Languages; American Sign Language; Computational Linguistics; Phonetics; Phonology: Post Doc, University of Chicago

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Date: Mon, 03 Oct 2016 09:49:09
From: Diane Brentari [dbrentari at uchicago.edu]
Subject: Sign Languages; American Sign Language; Computational Linguistics; Phonetics; Phonology: Post Doc, University of Chicago, Illinois, USA

 
University or Organization: University of Chicago 
Department: Linguistics
Job Location: Illinois, USA 
Job Title: Post-doctoral researcher
Job Rank: Post Doc

Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics; Phonetics; Phonology 

Required Language(s): American Sign Language (ase)
                      Sign Language 

Description:

Linguistics Department, University of Chicago

The Department of Linguistics at the University of Chicago is pleased to
invite applications for a 1-year Postdoctoral Position with possible extension
as a part of an NSF project on "Models of ASL handshape recognition” (PIs:
Diane Brentari, Jason Riggle, Karen Livescu, Gregory Shakhnarovich). The goal
of the work is to advance automatic recognition and analysis of American Sign
Language (ASL). The work includes both development of core
learning/vision/language methods and their application to the full range of
human ASL first- and second-language learners. 

The successful candidate will have completed a PhD in linguistics, psychology,
or language processing, and possess strong skills in programming, experimental
design. 

Experience with sign language research, motion capture, phonetics, or
phonology are also desirable, but not necessary. Applicants must have PhD in
hand prior to the start date of the position. The post-doc will also have
opportunities to collaborate with the faculty in the Linguistics Department,
the Toyota Technological Institute of Chicago, and the Center for Gesture,
Sign and Language, and should be able to interact with colleagues in a broad
range of disciplines. Advising and teaching opportunities are likely to be
available if desired, but this is not a requirement of the position.

The start date is flexible. Compensation includes a competitive salary and
benefits plan. There are no citizenship requirements for the post-doc. The
position will remain open until filled. Please direct questions and interest
in the position to the contact email below. For relevant work see:
(http://ttic.uchicago.edu/~klivescu/ASL-postdoc.html) Complete applications
should be sent to the same address and consist of:

1) Brief cover letter, describing your interest in and qualifications for the
position
2) Curriculum vitae including publication list
3) Contact information for two or more researchers who can provide letters of
reference

This position is contingent upon final budgetary approval. 

Applications from ethnic minorities, veterans, women, and persons with
disabilities are strongly encouraged. The University of Chicago is an Equal
Opportunity Employer.



Application Deadline: 30-Nov-2016 (Open until filled)
	  
Email Address for Applications: dbrentari at uchicago.edu 
Contact Information:
	Professor Diane Brentari 
	Email: dbrentari at uchicago.edu 


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