JOBS: Research Associate and Research Assistant at iSLanDS, Preston, UK -- NEW WEB LINK

[Ulrike Zeshan]

Hello all,

I am resending this, as the web link has changed. Please use this link:
https://recruitment.uclan.ac.uk/itrentlive_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC105GF.open?WVID=7461800Yms (click on "support" and then on "search", then scroll down the page).

Ulrike


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RESEARCH ASSOCIATE

Short Description: Applications are invited for a Research Associate post in the International Institute for Sign Languages and Deaf Studies (iSLanDS) at the University of Central Lancashire in Preston. We are undertaking a substantial and exciting project funded by the European Research Council in order to strengthen our research base on multilingualism in sign language users.

The post requires excellent fluency in any national sign language as well as excellent skills in International Sign. The successful candidate will organise the research team, supervise junior researchers and support staff, and coordinate researchers' work in Preston and abroad, including in India. In addition, the post holder will oversee resource development and participant involvement, analyse and code data, manage data collections, and disseminate findings through publications and conferences.

Applicants must hold an MA degree in a relevant area (PhD desirable but not mandatory), and must have completed additional formal or informal research skills training. Strong evidence of academic publications and presentations in good-quality outlets, commensurate with career stage, is expected for this post. Additionally, applicants should have team leadership and project management skills, and experience in conducting considerable research in a related area, including in bi-/multilingual contexts.
Deaf and hearing members of the iSLanDS Institute make up an exciting multicultural and multilingual environment, which will suit applicants with flexibility and good interpersonal skills.

Informal enquiries can be directed at the Centre Director Prof. Ulrike Zeshan tel +44 (0)1772 893104 , fax +44 (0)1772 894933, SMS +44 (0)7772487941 , or email uzeshan at uclan.ac.uk<mailto:uzeshan at uclan.ac.uk>).

This post is based in Preston. Applicants need to meet all essential criteria on the person specification to be considered for interview

School/Service: International Institute for Sign Languages and Deaf Studies, School of Journalism, Media and Communication
Salary: G - £27,578 - £31,948 (starting salary unlikely to exceed £27,578)
Reference: 12D-20-01
Hours: 1.0FTE
Basis: 3 Year Fixed Term Contract (Limited by funding)
Closing Date: 10th February 2012 at 4pm
Interview Date: To be confirmed

FOR FURTHER DETAILS, SEE: https://recruitment.uclan.ac.uk/itrentlive_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC105GF.open?WVID=7461800Yms (click on "support" and then on "search", then scroll down the page).

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RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Short Description: Applications are invited for a Research Assistant post in the International Institute for Sign Languages and Deaf Studies (iSLanDS) at the University of Central Lancashire in Preston. We are undertaking a substantial and exciting project funded by the European Research Council in order to strengthen our research base on multilingualism in sign language users.
The post requires excellent fluency in any national sign language as well as excellent skills in International Sign. We seek an assistant who will recruit and guide participants, develop elicitation materials, collect data, carry out coding and analyses, and help with dissemination of findings through conferences and publications, under the supervision of senior research staff. The post holder will develop background and de-briefing questionnaires, create stimuli, and run experiments to elicit data for the project.
The post requires an MA degree in a relevant area (PhD preferred but not mandatory). Applicants should have experience working in bi-/multilingual or bi-/multinational contexts, research skills at postgraduate level, and experience conducting supervised individual or group research in a relevant area.
Deaf and hearing members of the iSLanDS Institute make up an exciting multicultural and multilingual environment, which will suit applicants with flexibility and good interpersonal skills.
Informal enquiries can be directed at the Institute Director Prof. Ulrike Zeshan tel +44 (0)1772 893104, fax +44 (0)1772 894933, SMS +44 (0)7772487941, or email uzeshan at uclan.ac.uk<mailto:uzeshan at uclan.ac.uk>).
This post is based in Preston. Applicants need to meet all essential criteria on the person specification to be considered for interview
School/Service: International Institute for Sign Languages and Deaf Studies, School of Journalism, Media and Communication
Salary: F- £23,121 - £26,779 per annum pro rata (starting salary unlikely to exceed £23,121)
Reference: 11D-20-01
Hours: 29 hours
Basis: 3 Year Fixed Term Contract (Limited by funding)
Closing Date: 10th February 2012 at 4pm
Interview Date: To be confirmed
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, SEE https://recruitment.uclan.ac.uk/itrentlive_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC105GF.open?WVID=7461800Yms (click on "support" and then on "search", then scroll down the page).





Prof. Ulrike Zeshan
Director, International Institute for Sign Languages and Deaf Studies
University of Central Lancashire
Preston PR1 2HE
UK
Ph.: +44-1772-893104
Fax: +44-1772-894933
uzeshan at uclan.ac.uk

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