LINGUIST List 21.5128 Fri Dec 17 2010 Jobs: Lang Acquisition/Cog Sci: Post Doc, U. of Kaiserslautern, Germany Editor for this issue: Matthew Lahrman <mattlinguistlist.org> The LINGUIST List strongly encourages employers to engage in non-discriminatory hiring practices. We urge employers not to discriminate on the grounds of race, ethnicity, nationality, disability, 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.     Shanley Allen , Language Acquisition, Cognitive Science: Post Doc, University of Kaiserslautern, Germany Message 1: Language Acquisition, Cognitive Science: Post Doc, University of Kaiserslautern, Germany Date: 17-Dec-2010 From: Shanley Allen <allensowi.uni-kl.de> Subject: Language Acquisition, Cognitive Science: Post Doc, University of Kaiserslautern, Germany E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: University of Kaiserslautern Department: English Linguistics Job Location: Kaiserslautern, Germany Web Address: http://www.sowi.uni-kl.de/wcms/fgewiss.html Job Rank: Post Doc Specialty Areas: Cognitive Science; Language Acquisition Description: The English Linguistics Group at the University of Kaiserslautern currently has one opening for a doctoral student or postdoctoral fellow in the area of language development. Current research in the group includes first language development, second language development, bilingualism, and the relationship between language and cognition. More information about the group and its research is at <http://www.sowi.uni-kl.de/wcms/fgewiss.html>. The candidate will be expected to develop his/her own research leading to a dissertation, German Habilitation, and/or academic publications in one of the research areas mentioned above. In addition, s/he will be expected to participate in ongoing projects and teach up to two courses per semester (total 3 hours per week). The candidate must have completed a degree in a relevant area such as linguistics or developmental psychology, ideally with a focus on language development, before taking up the position (i.e., Masters or equivalent for the doctoral position; PhD or equivalent for the postdoctoral position). Also required is a very good knowledge of English and ideally at least a working knowledge of German. Salary is on the German scale TV-L E13, 50%. Some additional funds are available to cover travel costs for presentation at conferences and attendance at courses off site (e.g., summer schools). The position is for three years, with possible extension as appropriate. The earliest starting date is March 1, 2011. The University of Kaiserslautern is seeking to increase the proportion of women in scientific positions, and thus applications from women are strongly encouraged. Given equivalent qualifications and experience, applicants with disabilities will be hired first (disability certification should be included if available). Applications, including the following, should be sent by January 21, 2011, to sowi.uni-kl.de>. 1. Cover letter outlining interest in the position and academic goals 2. CV including information about education, related work and volunteer experience, and presentations and publications 3. One-page outline of proposed research during the position 4. Copies of up to three examples of written work including Masters or doctoral thesis (including short English summary if the publication is not written in English) 5. Contact information for potential references Application Deadline: 21-Jan-2011 Mailing Address for Applications: Prof. Dr. Shanley Allen Faculty of Social Sciences Erwin-Schroedinger-Strasse 57 Kaiserslautern 67663 Germany Email Address for Applications: allensowi.uni-kl.de Contact Information: Prof. Dr. Shanley Allen Email: allensowi.uni-kl.de Phone: 49-631-205-4136 Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 17-Dec-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.