27.3235, Jobs: American Sign Language; Computational Linguistics; Phonetics; Phonology; Psycholinguistics: Post Doc, University of Chicago

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Subject: 27.3235, Jobs: American Sign Language; Computational Linguistics; Phonetics; Phonology; Psycholinguistics: Post Doc, University of Chicago

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Date: Tue, 09 Aug 2016 14:21:23
From: Diane Brentari [dbrentari at uchicago.edu]
Subject: American Sign Language; Computational Linguistics; Phonetics; Phonology; Psycholinguistics: Post Doc, University of Chicago, Illinois, USA

 
University or Organization: University of Chicago 
Department: Linguistics
Job Location: Illinois, USA 
Job Title: Models of ASL handshape recognition
Job Rank: Post Doc

Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics; Phonetics; Phonology; Psycholinguistics 

Required Language(s): American Sign Language (ase)

Description:

The Department of Linguistics at the University of Chicago is pleased to
invite applications for a 1-2-year position as Postdoctoral Scholar as a part
of an NSF project on "Models of ASL handshape recognition” (PIs: Diane
Brentari, Karen Livescu). The goal of the work is to advance automatic
recognition and analysis of American Sign Language (ASL). The work includes
both development of core learning/vision/language methods and their
application to the full range of human ASL first- and second-language
learners. 

The successful candidate will have completed a PhD in linguistics, psychology,
or language processing, and possess strong skills in programming, experimental
design, and sign language research. Applicants must have PhD in hand prior to
the start date of the position. Experience with motion capture equipment is
preferred. The post-doc will also have opportunities to collaborate with the
faculty in the Linguistics Department, the Center for Gesture, Sign and
Language, and the Toyota Technical Institute of Chicago, and should be able to
interact with colleagues in a broad range of disciplines. Advising and
teaching opportunities are likely to may be available, but are not
requirements of the position.

The start date is flexible, but October 1, 2016 is preferred. Compensation
includes a competitive salary and benefits plan. The position will remain open
until filled. Please direct questions and interest in the position to the
email address below. Complete applications should be sent to the same address
and consist of:

- Brief cover letter, describing your interest in and qualifications for the
position
- Curriculum vitae including publication list
- Contact information for two or more researchers who can provide letters of
reference

This position is contingent upon final budgetary approval. 

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis
of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected
veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.
For additional information please see the University's Notice of
Nondiscrimination at
http://www.uchicago.edu/about/non_discrimination_statement/. Job seekers in
need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process may
contact Human Resources by calling 773-834-1841 or by emailing
recruitment at uchicago.edu with their request.



Application Deadline: 30-Sep-2016 
	  
Email Address for Applications: dbrentari at uchicago.edu 
Contact Information:
	Professor Diane Brentari 
	Email: dbrentari at uchicago.edu 


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