28.2687, Jobs: Mandarin; Malay; Tamil; Cognitive Science; Computational Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Psycholinguistics, Writing Systems: Research Assistant, National Institute of Education

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Subject: 28.2687, Jobs:  Mandarin; Malay; Tamil; Cognitive Science; Computational Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Psycholinguistics, Writing Systems: Research Assistant, National Institute of Education

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Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 11:01:07
From: Beth O'Brien [beth.obrien at nie.edu.sg]
Subject: Mandarin; Malay; Tamil; Cognitive Science; Computational Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Psycholinguistics, Writing Systems: Research Assistant, National Institute of Education, Singapore

 
University or Organization: National Institute of Education - Nanyang Technological University 
Department: ECDL - HSS
Job Location: Singapore, Singapore 
Web Address: http://www.nie.edu.sg/about-us/careers
Job Title: Research Assistant
Job Rank: Appointment Grade 2; Programmer

Specialty Areas: Cognitive Science; Computational Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Psycholinguistics; Writing Systems; machine learning, deep learning

Required Language(s): Chinese, Mandarin (cmn)
                      Malay (mly) 
                      Tamil (tam) 

Description:

The overall project objective is to investigate cognitive mechanisms related
to learning early literacy skills, and to apply findings expressly to
educational interventions for struggling learners. The project includes a
multimethod approach through two studies: The first uses a class of machine
learning computational methods (neural networks) to examine models of learning
sound-symbol correspondence for the deep orthography of English. 
This position involves programming the computational models for study 1.  The
investigation includes running simulations with the models to simulate
learning across different conditions, with varying input and model
characteristics. Findings will contribute to our understanding of best methods
for teaching early literacy skills to diverse learners.

Required qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science, cognitive science or
related discipline
- Excellent programming skills
- Experience in modelling and simulation, machine learning
- Ability to work independently and as a team player
- Excellent organizational skills, task-oriented, attention to details and
accuracy
- Able to work within given deadlines

Preferred qualifications:
- Prior experience with neural network modelling
- Background and/or interest in Cognitive Science

Responsibilities:
- Setting up, programming and testing computational models under supervision
of co-PIs
- Managing and maintaining research data
- Assisting with preparation of data output from modeling
- Assist in central research data backup and archiving operations and
procedures
- Run tests to ensure programs and computer systems are working properly 
- Identify faults in programs and find solutions

Applicants should complete and submit the following item/s:
- Application form for Research Positions
(http://www.nie.edu.sg/about-us/careers/#submit-an-application)
- Cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of this position
- Supporting documents as stated on the job application form
- Names of 2 Character Referees
- Other documents that demonstrate your qualifications



Application Deadline:  (Open until filled)
	  
Email Address for Applications: beth.obrien at nie.edu.sg 
Contact Information:
	Dr. Beth O'Brien 
	Email: beth.obrien at nie.edu.sg 
	Phone: 65-6219-6252 
	Fax: 65-6316-4787 


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