LINGUIST List 22.4166 Mon Oct 24 2011 Jobs: Semitic Langs; Contact Linguistics: PhD, University of Konstanz Editor for this issue: Kristen Dunkinson <kristenlinguistlist.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.     Eleanor Coghill , Semitic Languages; Contact Linguistics: PhD, University of Konstanz, Konstanz, Germany Message 1: Semitic Languages; Contact Linguistics: PhD, University of Konstanz, Konstanz, Germany Date: 20-Oct-2011 From: Eleanor Coghill <eleanor.coghilluni-konstanz.de> Subject: Semitic Languages; Contact Linguistics: PhD, University of Konstanz, Konstanz, Germany E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: University of Konstanz Department: Linguistics/Zukunftskolleg Job Location: Konstanz, Germany Web Address: http://www.uni-konstanz.de Job Rank: PhD Specialty Areas: Language Documentation; Contact Linguistics Required Language(s): Semitic Description: **This position have been filled. The University of Konstanz is one of the nine Universities of Excellence in the Federal Republic of Germany. The Zukunftskolleg/Department of Linguistics invites applications for a Ph.D. Position in Semitic Linguistics. The position is available for 36 months starting March 2012 or as soon as possible thereafter. The appointment is at 65% of Salary Scale 13 TV-L. The research position is available within the project 'Neo-Aramaic Morphosyntax in its Areal-linguistic Context' (Neuaramäische Morphosyntax im areallinguistischen Kontext), funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG). The aim of the project is to document and investigate the morphosyntax of a selection of North-eastern Neo-Aramaic (NENA) dialects, focusing on their role in a linguistic area. The PhD student will investigate one dialect in depth, with the opportunity to complete a PhD dissertation. The research project is based at the Department of Linguistics and the Zukunftskolleg of the University of Konstanz. The successful candidate will have a background in both Linguistics and Semitic Languages (preferably including a living one) and an MA in either one of these subjects. Previous experience in fieldwork is not a prerequisite, as training will be provided. A good command of English is required. A knowledge of German would also be advantageous (much of the academic literature on Neo-Aramaic is in this language). Candidates are requested to apply with the following documents: - Letter of motivation describing research interests - CV - MA grades transcript - One MA thesis or other sample of writing - Letter(s) of recommendation (sent directly by referee) or names and addresses of people who may be contacted. The University of Konstanz encourages disabled persons to apply. They will be given preference if appropriately qualified (contact +49(0)7531/88-4895). The University of Konstanz has been certified by the Hertie Foundation to be a family-friendly institution. The University is committed to further the compatibility of work and family life. The University of Konstanz is an equal opportunity employer and tries to increase the number of women in research and teaching. E-mail applications using pdf documents are welcome. Please send your applications or enquiries to Dr. Eleanor Coghill. Applications including the reference number 2011 / 155 received by the 20th November, 2011 will receive full consideration. Later applications may also be considered, until the position has been filled. Application Deadline: 20-Nov-2011 (Open until filled) Mailing Address for Applications: Dr. Eleanor Coghill Zukunftskolleg und Fachbereich Sprachwissenschaft, University of Konstanz, Box 216 Konstanz 78457 Germany Email Address for Applications: eleanor.coghilluni-konstanz.de Contact Information: Dr. Eleanor Coghill Email: eleanor.coghilluni-konstanz.de **This position have been filled. Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 24-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.