[Lexicog] Job posting: computational lexicography and morphology

[Mike Maxwell]

(In addition to the position below, we're looking for a specialist in 
HCI for linguistic purposes, and a speech person.  I won't attach those 
announcements here, but feel free to ask me, or go to 
http://www.casl.umd.edu and click on "Employment".)

The University of Maryland Center for Advanced Study of Language (CASL) 
is seeking to expand its research team in the area of technology use. 
CASL invites applications for a research scientist to work in its 
interdisciplinary research program on Computational Linguistics. CASL 
seeks a scholar with specialization in computational lexicography, 
morphology and phonology, together with related areas of linguistics and 
computer science. The successful candidate will work with a 
multidisciplinary team on research projects that enable government 
employees–especially foreign language professionals–to improve their 
performance.

Appointments to CASL are as members of the research faculty of the 
University of Maryland under renewable three-year contracts, with highly 
competitive salary (12-month) and benefits.

Qualifications: Candidates must have an earned Ph.D. in Linguistics, 
Computer Science, or related disciplines; a record of research 
achievement in the areas of Natural Language Processing and Human 
Language Technology; excellent written and oral communication skills; 
and a strong record of publication. The Center is seeking people who 
will play a leading role in the strategic direction of CASL and will 
participate in multiple research projects in their field. Candidates' 
research and publications should demonstrate the ability to tackle 
complex, interdisciplinary research and to work collaboratively with a 
range of institutions and researchers.

Candidates must hold U.S. citizenship and be willing to obtain the 
appropriate security clearance.

CASL, established in 2003, is the nation’s 10th university-affiliated 
research center. Its mission is to conduct state-of-the-science research 
that results in improved performance on language tasks relevant to the 
work of government language professionals. Our research focuses on 
improving knowledge of less commonly taught languages; enhancing the 
acquisition and maintenance of foreign language capability by government 
professionals; advancing the capacity to use foreign language skills in 
government professions; and improving the quality of human language 
technology.

Application: For earliest consideration, apply online at: 
https://careers.casl.umd.edu/openings.aspx and submit letter of 
application, curriculum vitae, and three writing samples. References 
will later be requested from short-listed candidates. The position will 
remain open until a suitable candidate is selected. Applications may 
also be sent to: Chair (Michael Maxwell), CASL-UM, Box 25, College Park, 
MD, 20742. The University of Maryland is an affirmative action, equal 
opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. 
Questions about this position should be sent by e-mail to 
jobquestions at casl.umd.edu.

-- 
	Mike Maxwell
	maxwell at ldc.upenn.edu

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