26.2455, Support: German; Historical Linguistics; Morphology; Syntax; Text/Corpus Linguistics / Germany

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Subject: 26.2455, Support: German; Historical Linguistics; Morphology; Syntax; Text/Corpus Linguistics / Germany

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Date: Tue, 12 May 2015 14:28:40
From: Ulrike Demske [udemske at uni-potsdam.de]
Subject: German; Historical Linguistics; Morphology; Syntax; Text/Corpus Linguistics, PhD, Universität Potsdam, Germany

 Institution/Organization: Universität Potsdam 
Department: German 
Web Address: http://www.uni-potsdam.de/guvdds 

Level: PhD 

Duties: Research
 
Specialty Areas: Historical Linguistics; Morphology; Syntax; Text/Corpus Linguistics 
 
Required Language(s): German (deu)

Description:

The research group 'Referenzkorpus Frühneuhochdeutsch' at the German Department of the University of Potsdam, Germany, has an opening for a doctoral position in Early New High German syntax. 

If possible, employment should begin by 01.07.2015. The position is for 26 hours of work per week (65%). The Salary Scale is 13 TVL. The funding of this position is limited two years.

The research group aims at building a morphologically and syntactically annotated reference corpus of Early New High German. The key duties of the position include the following responsibilities:

- The PhD researcher will conduct original research on topics in Early New High German syntax.
- Coordination, guidance and support of the student annotators.
- Contribution to quality assurance (consistency of annotations, annotation guidelines).
- Presentations at (inter-)national conferences and workshops on (the annotation of) Early New High German syntax.

We welcome applications of candidates holding a Master's degree (or equivalent) in German language studies, Linguistics or a related field. We expect a successful candidate to have a solid background in the syntax of German, and a genuine interest in historical linguistics. Previous experience with corpus research methods will be an advantage. 

Applications should include a CV, a maximum two-page statement of research interests, a list of publications if applicable, as well as complete contact information for two current professional references. 

Applications received by 31 May 2015 will receive full consideration, though we will accept applications until the position has been filled. Applications in electronic form are welcome. Please send your application to Prof. Dr. Ulrike Demske (information below). 

Application Deadline: 31-May-2015 

Mailing Address for Applications:
	Attn: Prof. Dr. Ulrike Demske
	University of Potsdam
	German Department
	Am Neuen Palais 10, Haus 5
	14469 Potsdam, Germany 
	
Contact Information: 
	Prof. Dr. Ulrike Demske 
	udemske at uni-potsdam.de  


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