33.2256, Jobs: General Linguistics: Postdoctoral Researcher in the area of Language and (Digital) Space and Place, University of Zurich

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Subject: 33.2256, Jobs: General Linguistics: Postdoctoral Researcher in the area of Language and (Digital) Space and Place, University of Zurich

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Date: Tue, 12 Jul 2022 15:45:47
From: Raffaela Zaugg [info at spur.uzh.ch]
Subject: General Linguistics: Postdoctoral Researcher in the area of Language and (Digital) Space and Place, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

University or Organization: University of Zurich 
Department: University Research Priority Program (URPP) ‘Language and Space’
Job Location: Zurich, Switzerland 
Web Address: https://www.spur.uzh.ch/en.html
Job Title: Postdoctoral Researcher in the area of Language and (Digital) Space and Place
Job Rank: Post Doc

Specialty Areas: General Linguistics 

Description:

The University Research Priority Program (URPP) ‘Language and Space’ at the
University of Zurich (UZH) combines insights from dialectology, typology, and
interactional linguistics with geography in order to explore the interface
between language and space with regard to two major domains:
 - the distribution of languages and linguistic structures in geographical and
social space
 - the embedding of speech in the spatial environment and in place making as
shaped by perception, motion, and action

Your responsibilities:
We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher on a 2-year, full-time contract to
pursue independent research in the domain of language and (digital) space and
place, ideally with a link to geography. Possible directions of research
include, but are not limited to:
 - tracing and modelling the emergence and construction of spaces and places
and their various dimensions (e.g. social, interactive, technological) in
communication 
 - investigating the pragmatic dimension of (interactive) communication across
multimodal spaces, in particular finding traces of interaction in digital
communicative spaces
 - modelling the diffusion of linguistic innovation in online media and
exploring their relationship to geographic space 
 - exploring spatial references in digital spaces as potential places

The postdoctoral researcher is expected to contribute to the interdisciplinary
research activities of the URPP, establish an innovative strand of research
related to the aims of the URPP and collaborate with the URPP’s Language and
Space Lab. The position includes teaching responsibilities (a maximum of
2h/week).

Your profile:
We are looking for a highly motivated, ambitious, original thinker who will
add a new facet to the URPP’s research landscape. Applicants must have a PhD
in a field of research related to the aims of the URPP, i.e. a branch of
linguistics or geography. Experience in their field of specialization as
documented by pertinent publications is a prerequisite. Applicants should be
able to carry out independent research and pursue their research with
determination and demonstrated openness to interdisciplinary exchange. They
are expected to be experienced in empirical methods of linguistic research,
ideally with some experience in GIS methods or methods of human geography and
social sciences.

What we offer:
We offer excellent working conditions at a world-leading university, a
competitive salary, travel budget, a stimulating, well-connected environment,
support in personal and career development, and Zurich’s high quality of life.

For informal inquiries, contact Barbara Sonnenhauser,
barbara.sonnenhauser(at)uzh.ch and Robert Weibel, robert.weibel(at)uzh.ch

Applications must include:
 - a statement of interest (letter of motivation) 
 - an outline research plan based the research directions proposed above (2
pages) 
 - a CV including a list of publications
 - a copy of the PhD certificate

Applications should be submitted online via the application link below.

The position is available until filled (first deadline: August 20, 2022).
Starting date: November 1, 2022, or as soon as possible thereafter.
Applications from women and under-represented groups are especially
encouraged.

Application Deadline:  (Open until filled)

Web Address for Applications: https://jobs.uzh.ch/offene-stellen/postdoctoral-researcher-in-the-area-of-language-and-digital-space-and-place/85e7ba40-7c0f-4ad8-acd6-4c13292f08b1 
Contact Information:
	Barbara Sonnenhauser 
	Email: barbara.sonnenhauser at uzh.ch 

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