[Linganth] postdoc at MIT for semiotic or linguistic anthropologist

[Ilana Gershon]

MIT’s Anthropology Program seeks to appoint a Postdoctoral Associate in 
linguistic, semiotic, or computational anthropology for two years, with 
the possibility for renewal, with a flexible start date (September 1, 
2022 to February 1, 2023). The annual stipend is $70,000.00 plus 
employee benefits.

In addition to conducting their own research, it is anticipated that the 
associate will have three primary responsibilities: • 40% total time: 
co-lead an interdisciplinary research project combining linguistic 
anthropology and human-computer interaction (HCI) to explore the 
implications of magic for data visualization. Co-sponsored by 
Anthropology and CSAIL, the project team comprises both social and 
computer scientists. • 10% total time: teach one 12-unit undergraduate 
course, such as “Language, Culture, and Communication” or “Language and 
Technology” each year. • 10% total time: Language and Technology Lab 
(https://langtechlab.mit.edu): coordinating a recurring workshop, 
updating the website, and mentoring graduate and undergraduate research 
partners. Final responsibilities may be adjusted to reflect the 
individual candidate’s aptitudes and interests.

Job Requirements: REQUIRED: The candidate must have a Ph.D. in 
linguistic anthropology, human-computer interaction or a closely related 
field by the time of appointment.

PREFERRED: Some of the qualities that would make a candidate especially 
well-suited for this position include: • Research interest in 
human-computer interaction, broadly conceived; • Research interest in 
design anthropology or design ethnography; • Topical interests in magic 
or other expressive practices involving visual communication; • Topical 
interests in semiotics and/or distributed cognition • Experience with 
both qualitative and quantitative research, including computational and 
methods and experimental trials; • Experience with collaborative 
research and a desire to work as part of a diverse, interdisciplinary 
team in a leadership capacity.

Any questions should be addressed to Carolyn Carlson: carlsonc at mit.edu 
Applicants should submit the following materials in electronic form (PDF 
format) through the Academic Jobs Online portal:

1. A cover letter summarizing fields of expertise, qualifications for 
the associate position, and research agenda. 2. One chapter- or 
article-length writing sample. 3. Sample syllabus for an introductory 
level course in linguistic, semiotic, or computational anthropology 
(such as “Language, Culture, and Communication” or “Language and 
Technology”) 4. Curriculum vitae, including names of three referees. 
Letters of reference will be requested as needed, and should not be 
included with the application. Review of materials will begin at 8:00 am 
EST on May 16, 2022 and continue until the position is filled. Please 
note that applications received via mail or courier will not be accepted 
and processed. MIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer 
and strongly encourages applications from women and members of minority 
groups. Read more about MIT’s Anthropology Program 
here:https://anthropology.mit.edu.

NOTES: The following information is provided by the employer in 
accordance with AAA policy. AAA is not responsible for verifying the 
accuracy of these statements. They are not part of the actual position 
description submitted for publication by the employer. This employer 
does prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation/preference.

This employer does prohibit discrimination based on gender 
identity/expression. This employer offers health insurance benefits to 
eligible same and opposite-sex domestic partners. This employer does not 
appear on the AAUP list of censured institutions.

MIT is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified 
applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be 
discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual 
orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic 
information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin. 
MIT’s full policy on Nondiscrimination can be foundhere 
<https://policies.mit.edu/policies-procedures/90-relations-and-responsibilities-within-mit-community/92-nondiscrimination>.


*Application Materials Required:*

    *Submit <https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo?apply-1171-21614>the
    following items online at this website to complete your application:*

      * Cover letter
      * Curriculum Vitae
      * Sample syllabus
      * Writing sample

    *And anything else requested in the position description.*


*Further Info:*

    https://langtechlab.mit.edu
    email
    6174522837
    Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    77 Massachusetts Avenue
    E53-335
    Cambridge, MA 02142


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