31.459, Jobs: Historical Linguistics; Typology: Researcher, University of Zurich

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Subject: 31.459, Jobs: Historical Linguistics; Typology: Researcher, University of Zurich

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Date: Fri, 31 Jan 2020 11:21:15
From: Dagmar Jung [dagmar.jung at uzh.ch]
Subject: Historical Linguistics; Typology: Researcher, University of Zurich, Switzerland

 
University or Organization: University of Zurich 
Department: Department of Comparative Language Science
Job Location: Zurich, Switzerland 
Web Address: https://www.comparativelinguistics.uzh.ch
Job Title: Senior researcher in typological/comparative/historical linguistics
Job Rank: Researcher

Specialty Areas: Historical Linguistics; Typology 


Description:

The Distributional Linguistics Lab at the Department of Comparative Language
Science of the University of Zurich (https://www.ivs.uzh.ch/en/DLL.html)
invites applications for a (non-tenured) senior researcher position (100%) in
typological/comparative/historical linguistics. 

The successful candidate develops a research profile that relates to the
general theme of the lab and complements ongoing projects. Senior researchers
are expected to acquire external funding to start their own independent group
for the duration of their contract (up to 6 years). The position includes
teaching obligations (1 course per semester, BA or MA level), directing
theses, and advising junior staff. Applicants must have at least 3 years of
research experience after obtaining their PhD and a track record of excellent
publications.

The department places great emphasis on teamwork and on multidisciplinary
perspectives. Excellent communication and collaboration skills are essential.
We also strongly aim at gender diversity, and we particularly encourage women
to apply. Applications should include a research and teaching statement, a CV
with publication list, and the names of three references. 

Review of applications starts February 15 and applications are accepted until
the position is filled. Send your applications to the listed application email
below. Questions can be addressed to the lab director balthasar.bickel at uzh.ch.



Application Deadline: 15-Feb-2020 (Open until filled)
	  
Email Address for Applications: jobs at ivs.uzh.ch 
Contact Information:
	Prof. Dr. Balthasar Bickel 
	Email: balthasar.bickel at uzh.ch 


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