31.3254, Jobs: Computational Linguistics: Assistant Professor, University of Texas at Austin

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Subject: 31.3254, Jobs: Computational Linguistics: Assistant Professor, University of Texas at Austin

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Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2020 18:45:58
From: Erica Alvarez [erica.alvarez at austin.utexas.edu]
Subject: Computational Linguistics: Assistant Professor, University of Texas at Austin, USA

 
University or Organization: University of Texas at Austin 
Department: Linguistics
Job Location: Texas, USA 
Web Address: https://liberalarts.utexas.edu/linguistics/
Job Title: Assistant Professor, Computational Linguistics
Job Rank: Assistant Professor

Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics 

Required Language(s): English (eng)

Description:

The Department of Linguistics at the University of Texas at Austin invites
applications for a position in Computational Linguistics at the rank of
Assistant Professor (tenure track). The position, which is subject to budget
availability, will start in Fall 2021.

We invite applicants from all areas of specialization within Computational
Linguistics; we are particularly interested in candidates who use
sophisticated computational techniques to gain insight into the nature and
structure of human language. We encourage collaboration within the department
and with computational linguists in other departments at UT.

The selected candidate will be expected to teach both undergraduate and
graduate courses, develop a strong research program with a promise of
continued productivity, apply for external funding as appropriate and
necessary for the success of his/her research program, direct graduate
research, show evidence of a commitment to diversity in higher education, and
exhibit a commitment to service to the department, college, and university.

Salary is competitive and dependent on qualifications and experience. 

Qualifications:
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Computational Linguistics or related field or
expect it no later than August 2021. Applicants should be able to demonstrate
a successful publishing and research trajectory. Applicants must show
potential as an effective classroom teacher at both the undergraduate and
graduate levels. 

Application Instructions:
To apply, please submit the following materials via Interfolio at the
application link provided below:
- A letter of interest,
- A curriculum vitae,
- A research statement,
- A list of courses you are prepared to teach,
- Evidence of past teaching performance or teaching potential,
- A diversity statement suggesting how you will promote diversity in your
research and teaching, samples of published or other written work, and
- Three letters of recommendation

Review of applications will begin on December 4, 2020. Applications will
continue to be accepted until the position is filled; however applications
received after this date may not receive full consideration. 

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action
employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding
nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a
policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the
basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or
veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and
admissions.



Application Deadline: 04-Dec-2020 
	  
Web Address for Applications: https://apply.interfolio.com/80308 
Contact Information:
	Department Chair, Linguistics Richard Meier 
	Email: rmeier at austin.utexas.edu 


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