26.150, Jobs: Computational Linguistics: Senior Lecturer, University of Gothenburg

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Subject: 26.150, Jobs: Computational Linguistics: Senior Lecturer, University of Gothenburg

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Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2015 14:13:29
From: Shalom Lappin [shalom.lappin at kcl.ac.uk]
Subject: Computational Linguistics: Senior Lecturer, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden

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University or Organization: University of Gothenburg 
Department: Philosophy, Linguistics, and Theory of Science
Job Location: Gothenburg, Sweden 
Web Address: http://flov.gu.se/clasp
Job Title: Senior Lecturer
Job Rank: Lecturer; Senior Lecturer

Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics 

Description:

Type of employment: Permanent post
Extent: 100%
Location: Department of Philosophy, Linguistics and Theory of Science,
Gothenburg
First day of employment: September 1st or by agreement
Reference number: PER 2014/483

The department of Philosophy, Linguistics and Theory of Science, FLoV, was
created 1 January 2009 and consists of the subjects linguistics, practical and
theoretical philosophy, logic, and the philosophy of science. Centre for
Linguistic Theory and Studies in Probability (CLASP) at FLoV is funded by a
ten-year grant from the Swedish Research Council (2015-2025). For a
description of CLASP see http://flov.gu.se/clasp.

Subject area: Computational Linguistics

Specific subject description

CLASP is devoted to research and advanced training in the application of
probabilistic modeling and machine learning methods to core issues in
linguistic theory and cognition. It will also address problems in dialogue and
linguistic interaction.

Job assignments

The Senior Lecturer will teach courses in CLASP's primary research areas to
insure that the necessary training is given to the PhD students of the Centre.
She/he will also contribute to CLASP's ongoing research, and to the
supervision of its PhD students. The Senior Lecturer, together with the
Director and the Research Coordinator will provide CLASP's core senior
scientific training and research resources.

The holder of the position is expected to carry out the vast majority of
her/his duties in Gothenburg.

Eligibility

A doctoral degree is compulsory for a position as senior lecturer at the
University of Gothenburg. The doctoral thesis should be in a relevant area
according to the specific position stated here. The qualifications for
academic positions are given in Chapter 4, Section 3 - 4 of the Higher
Education Ordinance and in the Appointments procedure for teachers University
of Gothenburg.

Assessment

Teaching and research skills will be equally weighted in the assessment of
candidates' suitability. Scientific proficiency is assessed primarily on the
basis of the applicant’s PhD thesis and other publications. Publications
demonstrating close links to the research group's activities are a merit.
Documented good interpersonal skills and good skills in terms of planning and
organizing research and communicating their own research results is also
meritorious.

Regulations for the evaluation of qualifications for academic positions are
given in Chapter 4, Section 3 - 4 of the Higher Education Ordinance, and in
the University of Gothenburg’s “Appointment procedure for the appointment of
teachers at the University of Gothenburg” (see link above).

The applicant shall in addition to cited documents and other documents provide
contact information for two academics familiar with the research work of the
applicant, for further contact/reference. The recruitment process may also
include interviews.

Application Deadline: 17-Feb-2015 

Web Address for Applications: http://www.gu.se/english/about_the_university/announcements-in-the-job-application-portal/?languageId=0&disableRedirect=true&id=19144&Dnr=669550&Type=E 
Contact Information:
	Professor Shalom Lappin 
	Email: shalom.lappin at kcl.ac.uk 
	Phone: 44-20-78482541 

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