30.1973, Jobs: Cognitive Science; Computational Linguistics; Psycholinguistics; Semantics; Syntax: Post Doc, Johns Hopkins University

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Date: Thu, 09 May 2019 12:49:10
From: Tal Linzen [tal.linzen at jhu.edu]
Subject: Cognitive Science; Computational Linguistics; Psycholinguistics; Semantics; Syntax: Post Doc, Johns Hopkins University, Maryland, USA

 
University or Organization: Johns Hopkins University 
Department: Cognitive Science
Job Location: Maryland, USA 
Web Address: https://cogsci.jhu.edu/
Job Title: Postdoctoral Researcher
Job Rank: Post Doc

Specialty Areas: Cognitive Science; Computational Linguistics; Psycholinguistics; Semantics; Syntax 


Description:

The Computation and Psycholinguistics Lab at Johns Hopkins University
(caplabjhu.edu), directed by Tal Linzen (tallinzen.net), is seeking to hire a
post-doctoral researcher. Research in the lab lies at the intersection of
linguistics, psycholinguistics and deep learning (for a survey of some of the
areas of research in the lab, see
http://tallinzen.net/media/papers/linzen_2019_language.pdf). 

There is considerable flexibility as to the specific topic of research;
potential areas include:
- Studying syntactic and semantic generalization across languages and neural
network architectures. This topic is particularly well-suited to candidates
with a strong background in syntax or semantics and significant computational
skills; it does not require existing expertise in neural networks.
- Developing neural network models that learn syntax from the input available
to a child and/or match human comprehension and reading behavior.

The training environment will span the Departments of Cognitive Science and
Computer Science. The postdoctoral researcher will be affiliated with the
Center for Language and Speech Processing (CLSP), one of the world's largest
centers for computational linguistics; collaborations with other groups at
CLSP will be encouraged. The candidate will have access to extensive
computational resources through the Maryland Advanced Research Computing
Center, as well as an eye-tracker for running behavioral experiments, if
relevant to the project.

The position is available immediately, and start date is flexible.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The initial appointment is
for one year, with the opportunity for renewal thereafter. We especially
encourage applications from women and members of minorities that are
underrepresented in science.

Candidates should have a PhD in a relevant field (including, but not limited
to, linguistics, psychology, cognitive science and computer science) by the
start date.

To apply, please email a cover letter (including a brief summary of previous
research accomplishments and future plans), a current CV, and a relevant
publication to the application email provided below. In the CV or cover
letter, please include contact information for three references. For any
questions, feel free to email Tal Linzen at the contact information provided
below.



Application Deadline:  (Open until filled)
	  
Email Address for Applications: tal.linzen at jhu.edu 
Contact Information
	Tal Linzen 
	Email: tal.linzen at jhu.edu 


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