29.3077, Support: Anthropological Linguistics; Computational Linguistics; Genetic Classification; Historical Linguistics; Typology; Phylogenetics: PhD, Max Planck Institute for the Science of Human History

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Date: Thu, 02 Aug 2018 10:58:39
From: Simon Greenhill [greenhill at shh.mpg.de]
Subject: Anthropological Linguistics; Computational Linguistics; Genetic Classification; Historical Linguistics; Typology; Phylogenetics: PhD, Max Planck Institute for the Science of Human History, Germany

 Institution/Organization: Max Planck Institute for the Science of Human History 
Department: Department of Linguistic and Cultural Evolution 
Web Address: http://www.shh.mpg.de/1017107/phylogenetics-and-language-evolution-phds 

Level: PhD 

Duties: Research,Project Work
 
Specialty Areas: Anthropological Linguistics; Computational Linguistics; Genetic Classification; Historical Linguistics; Typology 
Phylogenetics 

Description:

PhD positions in Phylogenetics and Language Evolution in the Department of
Linguistic and Cultural Evolution, deadline for applications is September 1,
2018.

We are offering positions for doctoral students with a strong background in
historical linguistics, linguistic typology, evolutionary biology,
computational linguistics or related discipline.

The Department of Linguistic and Cultural Evolution aims to answer big picture
questions about human history. Our focus is on describing and explaining the
major patterns of linguistic and cultural variation across the globe. We
tackle these questions by developing novel language documentation methods,
global linguistic and cultural databases, and analyses using evolutionary
theories and computational methods.

As a doctoral student in the DLCE, you will have the chance to explore human
prehistory, to actively assist the development of new methods for quantitative
historical linguistics and typology, and to shed light on general processes of
language change and evolution.
Possible topics include:
- Computational phylogenetic analysis of language families to infer human
prehistory in the Americas or Asia-Pacific.
- Testing hypotheses about large-scale process shaping linguistic diversity.
- Developing new quantitative or phylogenetic methods for modelling,
investigating, and understanding language evolution and human prehistory.

Selection Criteria:
- A master-degree (or equivalent) in either linguistics, biology, computer
science, statistics or related field with an outstanding academic record.
- Strong proficiency in both spoken and written English.
- Strong analytical skills and the self-motivation to complete a PhD.
- Strong team player qualities (you will work in an interdisciplinary and
international team where communication is crucial for the success of the
project).
- Good computational skills with a knowledge of R, Python or Java is
beneficial.

Please submit your application in English, including the following:
- Cover letter, explaining research experience and reason for interest in this
project, along with a proposed research project (max. two pages).
- Your CV and copies of degree certificates (Bachelor’s/Master’s diplomas or
transcripts).
- Names and contact information (including email and phone) for 2-3 referees.
Note these individuals will be automatically contacted to provide a reference
letter.

Please apply online at the application link provided below. 

The students will be part of the newly founded International Max Planck
Research School (IMPRS) for Human history. The Max Planck Institute is not
itself part of a university, but is affiliated to the Friedrich Schiller
University, in Jena Germany. Doctoral degrees will be granted by the
affiliated university. Doctoral candidates enroll in a 3-year fully-funded
graduate program that provides excellent research conditions. Graduate courses
and all other degree requirements necessitate proficiency in English.

The Max Planck Society is committed to employing individuals with disabilities
and especially encourages them to apply. The Max Planck Society seeks to
increase the number of women in areas where they are underrepresented and
therefore explicitly encourages women to apply.

For queries, please contact Simon Greenhill at the contact information
provided below. 
 

Application Deadline: 01-Sep-2019 

Web Address for Applications: https://s-lotus.gwdg.de/mpg/mjws/perso/shh_d010.nsf/application 

Contact Information: 
	Simon Greenhill 
	greenhill at shh.mpg.de  


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