26.2724, Jobs: Cognitive Science; Computational Linguistics; Text/Corpus Linguistics: Post Doc, Indiana University

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Subject: 26.2724, Jobs: Cognitive Science; Computational Linguistics; Text/Corpus Linguistics: Post Doc, Indiana University

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Date: Tue, 02 Jun 2015 13:52:42
From: Michael Jones [jonesmn at indiana.edu]
Subject: Cognitive Science; Computational Linguistics; Text/Corpus Linguistics: Post Doc, Indiana University

University or Organization: Indiana University 
Department: Cognitive Science
Job Location: Indiana, USA 
Web Address: http://www.compcog.com/ies-postdoc.html
Job Title: Postdoctoral Fellowship in NLP and Automated Text Scoring
Job Rank: Post Doc

Specialty Areas: Cognitive Science; Computational Linguistics; Text/Corpus Linguistics 

Description:

Postdoctoral Fellowship in NLP and Automated Scoring of Text at Indiana
University, Bloomington

The Cognitive Science Program at Indiana University in Bloomington is seeking
to fill an IES-funded postdoc position in the area of semantic modeling and
NLP, with particular focus on the development of automated scoring algorithms
for open-ended educational items in an automated tutoring system. Stipend is
commensurate with qualifications and experience, ranging from $38,496 to
$46,112 plus a modest travel allowance and full medical/retirement benefits.
The position is available for up to three years, beginning on or after August
1, 2015.

The position will be held under the supervision of Dr. Michael Jones in the IU
Cognitive Computing Laboratory (http://compcog.com). The postdoc will be part
of a multisite project in collaboration with Dr. Jeff Karpicke’s Cognition and
Learning Lab (http://learninglab.psych.purdue.edu/) at Purdue University. The
overall goal of the project is to develop an automated system for guided
retrieval-based practice of science concepts in elementary school classrooms. 

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in computational techniques
for analyzing text and discourse, including but not limited to, semantic
models, NLP techniques, machine learning, and automated scoring. A strong
programming background is expected. Working knowledge of the human learning
literature and cognitive experiments is desirable, but not necessary.
Candidates must have a PhD in computing science, linguistics, psychology, or a
related field. 

Interested applicants are encouraged to send via email attachments an
up-to-date CV and the names of 2-3 referees who can describe the applicant's
background, interests, and research potential to Michael Jones (email below).
Reprints and preprints of any prior research or scholarly activities should
also be sent if possible. Women, members of underrepresented groups, and
handicapped individuals are urged to apply. Indiana University is an
Affirmative Action Employer.

Inquiries can made to: 

Michael Jones
W. K. Estes Professor
Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN, 47405

The Cognitive Science Program at Indiana University (http://cogs.indiana.edu/)
has a long history of pioneering work in computational and mathematical
modeling of human cognition, and has a strong international reputation in
modern computational approaches to cognitive science.  The Cognitive Computing
Lab is affiliated with the Cognitive Science Program, Department of
Psychological and Brain Sciences, School of Informatics and Computing,
Neuroscience Program, Network Science Institute and the Computational
Linguistics Program at IU, and with Google Research.

Application Deadline: 01-Aug-2015 (Open until filled)

Email Address for Applications: jonesmn at indiana.edu 
Contact Information:
	Michael Jones 
	Email: jonesmn at indiana.edu 
	Phone: 8128561490 

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