24.1661, Jobs: Phonetics; Phonology: Research Scientist, University of Maryland

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Subject: 24.1661, Jobs: Phonetics; Phonology: Research Scientist, University of Maryland

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Date: Sat, 13 Apr 2013 12:11:37
From: Holly Nalley [hnalley at casl.umd.edu]
Subject: Phonetics; Phonology: Research Scientist, University of Maryland, Maryland, USA

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University or Organization: University of Maryland 
Job Location: Maryland, USA 
Web Address: http://www.casl.umd.edu
Job Rank: Research Scientist

Specialty Areas: Phonetics; Phonology 

Description:

The University of Maryland Center for Advanced Study of Language (CASL) is
seeking to expand its research capability in the area of phonetics, laboratory
phonology, and speech science. Applications are invited for a research
scientist to join CASL’s interdisciplinary research program investigating a
range of basic issues and applied problems related to working with or learning
foreign languages. Current projects in phonetics include the description and
acoustic analysis of tone and related systems in Asian and African languages,
second language speech perception, and the development of speech recognition
aids for a range of critical languages. Overall, the successful candidate will
assist in the development of 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,
Psychology, Engineering or a related field with a focus on phonetics and/or
laboratory phonology, preferably from a cognitive/perceptual/experimental
point of view, and a record of individual research achievement pointing to a
strong promise 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 interdisciplinary
research and to work collaboratively with a range of institutions and
researchers.

CASL, established in 2003, is one of 14 university-affiliated research centers
in the nation. 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. For more information,
please visit the department URL.

Application: For best consideration, please apply online by May 15, 2013 at
the application website.  You will need to create an account and submit a
letter of application, a curriculum vitae (CV), three writing samples and a
list of references containing the contact information for at least three
professional referees.  References will later be requested from short-listed
candidates.  The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is
selected.  The University of Maryland is an affirmative action, equal
opportunity employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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

Application Deadline:  (Open until filled)

Web Address for Applications: http://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/16718 
Contact Information:
	Holly Nalley 
	Email: hnalley at casl.umd.edu 

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