30.3810, Jobs: Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics; Phonology; Semantics; Syntax: Assistant Professor, University of Kentucky

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Subject: 30.3810, Jobs: Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics; Phonology; Semantics; Syntax: Assistant Professor, University of Kentucky

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Date: Wed, 09 Oct 2019 16:16:17
From: Mark Richard Lauersdorf [lauersdorf at uky.edu]
Subject: Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics; Phonology; Semantics; Syntax: Assistant Professor, University of Kentucky, USA

 
University or Organization: University of Kentucky 
Department: Department of Linguistics
Job Location: Kentucky, USA 
Web Address: https://linguistics.as.uky.edu/
Job Title: Assistant Professor of Linguistics
Job Rank: Assistant Professor

Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics; Phonology; Semantics; Syntax 


Description:

The Department of Linguistics at the University of Kentucky in Lexington,
Kentucky invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of
Assistant Professor of Linguistics to begin August 2020. The ideal candidate
will have demonstrated research expertise using the tools and methodologies of
computational linguistics in pursuit of theoretical linguistic questions, and
an ability to teach courses in a range of computational and theoretical areas.

We encourage candidates who apply computational methods in one or more of the
following areas:
- Syntax
- Semantics
- Phonology
- Phonetics
- Sociolinguistics
- Historical linguistics

As a department and university, we are strongly committed to creating an
inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment
for all.

Responsibilities of the position include pursuing an active research program
and teaching a total of four courses per year at the introductory, advanced
undergraduate, and graduate levels. Responsibilities also include active
participation in the academic life of the department, collaboration with units
across campus (e.g., Computer Science, Modern and Classical Languages,
Hispanic Studies), pursuing external funding, and providing service to the
university and the discipline. Applicants are expected to have completed their
PhD by August 2020.

Interested applicants should apply online at the application link provided
below.

Applicants should submit the following: 
(1) Letter of application,
(2) Current CV,
(3) Research statement (1-2 pages in which applicant describes current and
future research agenda; upload as Specific Request 1),
(4) A recent writing sample,
(5) Teaching statement (1-2 pages in which applicant discusses teaching
philosophy and experiences; upload as Specific Request 2), and
(3) A diversity statement (1-2 pages in which applicant reflects on
commitments, approaches, and insights related to inclusion, diversity, and
equity; upload as Specific Request 3).

In addition, please provide the names and contact information for three
references when prompted in the academic profile. This information may be
utilized to solicit recommendation letters from your references within the
employment system at a more advanced stage of the application process.

All applications will be acknowledged. Deadline for the receipt of
applications is November 18, 2019.

For any questions relating to this position, please contact the chair of the
search committee, Mark Richard Lauersdorf, at the contact information provided

The University of Kentucky is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages
applications from veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, African
Americans, and all minorities.



Application Deadline: 18-Nov-2019 
	  
Web Address for Applications: http://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/251804 
Contact Information:
	Mark Richard Lauersdorf 
	Email: lauersdorf at uky.edu 


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