LINGUIST List 22.4020 Fri Oct 14 2011 Jobs: Historical Linguistics: Oberassistenz resp. Assistenz, U of Berne Editor for this issue: Christy Bird <christylinguistlist.org> New! Visit LL's Multitree project for over 1000 trees dynamically generated from scholarly hypotheses about language relationships:             http://multitree.linguistlist.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.     George van Driem , Historical Linguistics: Oberassistenz resp. Assistenz, University of Berne, Switzerland Message 1: Historical Linguistics: Oberassistenz resp. Assistenz, University of Berne, Switzerland Date: 13-Oct-2011 From: George van Driem <george.vandriemisw.unibe.ch> Subject: Historical Linguistics: Oberassistenz resp. Assistenz, University of Berne, Switzerland E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: University of Berne Department: Linguistics Institute Job Location: Berne, Switzerland Web Address: http://www.isw.unibe.ch Job Rank: Oberassistenz resp. Assistenz Specialty Areas: Historical Linguistics Description: Task: A post-doc scholar is sought who will conduct a substantive programme of research in the greater Himalayan region, an area which may be construed as encompassing at least Central, South and Southeast Asia. This research is to lead to a Habilitation, to be defended in Bern. In addition to a share of the administrative duties in accordance with the prevailing norms, an integral part of the Assistenz involves teaching specialised courses in historical linguistics and inspiring students. The assistant will be expected to collaborate in the development of the Trans-Himalayan Database and constructively to participate in the various activities and research initiatives of the Linguistics Institute. Moreover, the candidate will be asked to facilitate, wherever possible, the research of Prof. Dr. George van Driem and, more particularly, of the PhD candidates of the Linguistics Institute working on the documentation and analysis of endangered languages in South Asia and adjacent regions. Qualifications: The candidate should have a PhD in linguistics, in-depth knowledge of relevant Asian languages showing one or more areal specialisations. The scholar should give evidence of having developed scholarly initiatives of international prominence and allure and should demonstrate a sense of engagement in the international linguistic community. We offer: Salary commensurate with the norms of the canton of Bern in view of an assessment of the credentials of the candidate. Moreover, Bern is a beautiful world heritage old town offering a high quality of living. The city is close to the mountains and ideal for hiking or skiing. The institute offers a stimulating international research environment and excellent facilities. Quota of working hours: 50% - 65% Starting date: 1 February 2012 Fixed-term employment contract: 3 years (potentially extendable to 6 years) Application Deadline: 31-Oct-2011 Email Address for Applications: george.vandriemisw.unibe.ch Contact Information: Prof. George van Driem Email: george.vandriemisw.unibe.ch Phone: +41 31 631 80 06 Fax: +41 31 631 36 03 Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 14-Oct-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.