LINGUIST List 21.3239 Wed Aug 11 2010 Jobs: Computational Linguistics: Post Doc, Heidelberg University Editor for this issue: Erin Smith <erinlinguistlist.org> The LINGUIST List strongly encourages employers to use non-discriminatory standards in hiring policy. In particular we urge that employers do not discriminate on the grounds of race, ethnicity, nationality, age, religion, gender, or sexual orientation. However, we have no means of enforcing these standards. Job seekers should pay special attention to language in ads regarding employment requirements and are encouraged to consult our international employment page at http://linguistlist.org/jobs/jobnet.html. This page has been set up so that people can report on the employment standards of various countries. To post to LINGUIST, use our convenient web form at http://linguistlist.org/posttolinguist.cfm Directory         1.    Sebastian Pado, Computational Linguistics: Post Doc, Heidelberg University, Germany Message 1: Computational Linguistics: Post Doc, Heidelberg University, Germany Date: 11-Aug-2010 From: Sebastian Pado <padocl.uni-heidelberg.de> Subject: Computational Linguistics: Post Doc, Heidelberg University, Germany E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: Heidelberg University Department: Seminar fuer Computerlinguistik Job Location: , Germany Web Address: http://www.cl.uni-heidelberg.de Job Rank: Post Doc Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics Description: The department of computational linguistics (Seminar für Computerlinguistik) at Heidelberg University is pleased to announce an opening for a postdoctoral researcher. The CL department at Heidelberg hosts a young and dynamic team that conducts research in computational linguistics and natural language processing. Three professorships, a growing number of PhD students and researchers, as well as good contacts to industry make Heidelberg one of the centers of computational linguistics in Germany. The postdoctoral position will be located in the group of Sebastian Pado. The group's focus is on computational lexical semantics (representation of word and phrase meaning, applications of lexical knowledge, cross-lingual analysis) -- you may also review: http://www.cl.uni-heidelberg.de/~pado The successful candidate will independently lead research projects, be involved in project planning, supervise students, and participate in teaching. Prerequisites for this position are a PhD in (computational) linguistics, computer science, or a related area. We expect thorough knowledge of statistical language processing, solid programming skills, and a dedication to research. Fair knowledge of German is required. Experience in student supervision and project management are a plus. The salary and social benefits are according to Germany's public sector TV-L E13 scale. The position will be filled initially for a two-year term, with possible extension. The application (letter of motivation, research statement, CV with list of publications, PhD thesis) should be sent to the application email below. Application Deadline: 30-Sep-2010 Email Address for Applications: padocl.uni-heidelberg.de Contact Information: Prof. Sebastian Pado Email: padocl.uni-heidelberg.de Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 11-Aug-2010       About LINGUIST    |   Contact Us       While the LINGUIST List makes every effort to ensure the linguistic relevance of sites listed on its pages, it cannot vouch for their contents.