LINGUIST List 22.3787 Wed Sep 28 2011 Jobs: Neurolinguistics: Asst Prof, The Univeristy of Texas at Austin Editor for this issue: Christy Bird <christylinguistlist.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.     Richard P. Meier , Neurolinguistics: Assistant Professor, The Univeristy of Texas at Austin, USA Message 1: Neurolinguistics: Assistant Professor, The Univeristy of Texas at Austin, USA Date: 27-Sep-2011 From: Richard P. Meier <rmeieraustin.utexas.edu> Subject: Neurolinguistics: Assistant Professor, The Univeristy of Texas at Austin, USA E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: The Univeristy of Texas at Austin Department: Department of Linguistics Job Location: Texas, USA Web Address: http://www.utexas.edu/cola/depts/linguistics/ Job Rank: Assistant Professor Specialty Areas: Neurolinguistics Description: The Department of Linguistics seeks applications for a tenure-track position, with a specialization in the study of language and the brain. We have a preference for individuals with several years of experience beyond the Ph.D. The successful candidate will have a strong track record of research in how language is processed, represented, learned, and/or understood. We particularly seek candidates who have investigated linguistic processing using neuoroimaging methods and who will provide leadership in the use of such techniques within the department. For information on the imaging facilities available at The University of Texas at Austin, see the web site of the Imaging Research Center: http://www.irc.utexas.edu/index.html. In 2013, the Department of Linguistics will be moving into a newly-constructed building that will allow excellent laboratory space within the department. Duties include: (a) teaching undergraduate and graduate courses; (b) directing thesis and dissertation research; (c) conducting original research and publication; (d) obtaining external funding to support a strong research program; (e) advising undergraduate and graduate students; and (f) performing department, college and institutional service. The successful candidate should have the Ph.D. in hand by August 20, 2012. He or she should have documented excellence or potential for excellence as a teacher, researcher, advisor, and leader, and a strong commitment to working collaboratively with other faculty members within the department. To apply, please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, evidence of your past teaching performance or teaching potential, a list of courses you are prepared to teach, and samples of published or other written work to the application address below. Electronic applications may be submitted to linguisticsaustin.utexas.edu. Screening of all application materials will begin November 15, 2011, although applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For inquires regarding this position, please email Richard P. Meier, Chair, at rmeieraustin.utexas.edu. This position is pending budgetary approval. A background check will be conducted on the successful applicant. The University of Texas at Austin is an AA/EEO employer. Application Deadline: 15-Nov-2011 (Open until filled) Mailing Address for Applications: Search Committee Department of Linguistics University of Texas at Austin 1 University Station/B5100 Austin, TX 78712-0198 USA Email Address for Applications: linguisticsaustin.utexas.edu Contact Information: Professor Richard P. Meier Email: rmeieraustin.utexas.edu Phone: 512 471 1701 Fax: 512 471 4340 Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 28-Sep-2011       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.