34.2829, Jobs: Computational Linguistics: Tenure-track Position in Morphology, Syntax, Semantics, or Pragmatics, University of Pittsburgh

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Subject: 34.2829, Jobs: Computational Linguistics: Tenure-track Position in Morphology, Syntax, Semantics, or Pragmatics, University of Pittsburgh

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Date: 27-Sep-2023
From: Delaney Hawk [dch55 at pitt.edu]
Subject: Computational Linguistics: Tenure-track Position in Morphology, Syntax, Semantics, or Pragmatics, University of Pittsburgh

University or Organization: University of Pittsburgh
Department: Linguistics
Job Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
Web Address: linguistics.pitt.edu
Job Title: Tenure-track Position in Morphology, Syntax, Semantics, or
Pragmatics
Job Rank: Assistant Professor

Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics; computational and/or
corpus approaches to syntax, morphology, semantics, or pragmatics

Description:

Tenure-track Position in Morphology, Syntax, Semantics, or Pragmatics

The University of Pittsburgh Department of Linguistics invites
applications for the position of Assistant Professor (tenure-track),
specializing in computational and/or corpus approaches to syntax,
morphology, semantics, or pragmatics, beginning September 1, 2024
(note that Fall Term classes begin on or after August 26, 2024).

Essential qualifications include:
 - PhD in linguistics or applied linguistics by the time of
appointment, or an allied field such as psychology, computer science,
cognitive science, or anthropology
 - A research program, evidenced by a strong publication record,
featuring a focus on morphology, syntax, semantics, and/or pragmatics
via computational and/or corpus approaches
 - Ability to teach one or more of the following courses: morphology,
syntax, semantics, pragmatics
 - Ability to teach one or more of the following courses: corpus
linguistics, computational linguistics, data science
 - Evidence of addressing theoretical questions with cutting-edge
empirical work across disciplinary lines

Preferred qualifications -- applicants with one or more of the
following will be ranked more highly:
 - Expertise with data-intensive and quantitative methods
 - Expertise working with both structured and unstructured data
 - Focus on non-English language(s)
 - Demonstrated excellence in teaching in higher education
 - Experience mentoring graduate students, including but not limited
to peer mentorship
 - Expertise in the core area of morphology and/or syntax
 - Evidence of a critical perspective in research and teaching
 - Active engagement with open-science practices
 - Experience with involvement in partnerships outside of academia
(e.g., industry or non-profit sectors)

The department is excited about this opportunity to expand our
expertise and build on our current strengths. For more on our
department, please visit www.linguistics.pitt.edu. Pittsburgh is
consistently ranked one of the most livable cities in the US, and the
University has a commitment to providing world-class research and
computing facilities. Our close proximity to other highly active
research communities (including Carnegie Mellon University, which is
just across the street) also make Pitt an exciting and engaging place
to work.

The Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and
fostering a culturally diverse environment. Excellent interpersonal
and relationship-building skills and an ability to work effectively
with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in support of a
diverse community are required.

This position is subject to budgetary approval. Review of applications
will begin Monday, October 30, 2023, and applications will continue to
be reviewed until the position is filled.

To apply, please visit the link below.

Applications should include:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of research interests
- Statement of teaching interests
- Two to three writing samples (other than a dissertation)
- Teaching evaluations (if available)
- A brief description of how your research, teaching, or service (or
all three) demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Names, affiliations, and email addresses for three letters of
reference; references will receive email notification with
instructions for submitting

Mailing Address for Applications:
Web Address for Applications: https://cfopitt.taleo.net/careersection/
pitt_faculty_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=23007443
Contact Information:
        Search Committee Chair Matthew Kanwit
        Email: mkanwit at pitt.edu

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