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To post to LINGUIST, use our convenient web form at http://linguistlist.org/posttolinguist.cfm Directory         1.     Kees Hengeveld , General Linguistics; Cognitive Science: Post Doc, University of Amsterdam, Netherlands Message 1: General Linguistics; Cognitive Science: Post Doc, University of Amsterdam, Netherlands Date: 07-Nov-2011 From: Kees Hengeveld <p.c.hengevelduva.nl> Subject: General Linguistics; Cognitive Science: Post Doc, University of Amsterdam, Netherlands E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: University of Amsterdam Department: Faculty of Humanities Job Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands Web Address: http://www.uva.nl Job Rank: Post Doc Specialty Areas: Cognitive Science; General Linguistics Description: Researchers from the Faculty of Humanities participate in three of the UvA's fifteen Research Priority Areas ('zwaartepunten'): Brain & Cognition, Cultural Heritage & Identity and Cultural Transformations & Globalisation. For each of these three areas the Faculty has vacancies for two postdoctoral researchers (full-time, 38 hours/week, for a period of two years, starting on March 1st, 2012 at the latest). The principal tasks of the postdoctoral researchers are: - carry out a research project on the basis of a research plan (see below) and produce a number of articles within the context of this project; - draw up a proposal for an ERC or NWO Vernieuwingsimpuls grant. For the Research Priority Area Brain & Cognition the Faculty invites applications for: 2 Postdocs in Brain & Cognition 1.0 FTE (38 hours per week, for 2 years) vacancy number W11-211 Tasks The postdoctoral researchers will execute their research projects within the broader context of the research priority area and will occasionally be called upon to participate in teaching and supervision tasks. The researchers will cooperate with other members of the priority program that have backgrounds in various relevant fields, and contribute to organizing an international conference. Furthermore, the candidate is expected to apply actively for external funding related to the research priority area. Requirements - Completed Doctoral degree in a relevant field; - Publications in peer-reviewed journals; - Excellent academic writing and presentation skills; - Excellent social and organizational skills; - Experience with external fundraising is an advantage. Further information For the full description of the vacancy, see: http://www.uva.nl/vacatures/vacatures.cfm/0EC375C9-9DE8-4071-984174B9FA28CA21. Appointment The Postdoc positions will be on a temporary basis for the period of two years. The starting date will be March 1st, 2012 at the latest. The gross monthly salary will be between 3195 EUR and 4374 EUR ('Onderzoeker 3'; salary scale 11, according to the collective labour agreement Dutch universities) in the case of a full-time position (38 hours/week). Depending on experience and date of completion of the PhD an appointment as 'Onderzoeker 4' (between 2379 EUR and 3755 EUR; salary scale 10, according to the collective labour agreement Dutch universities) may (initially) be necessary. A contract of 0.8 fte is possible as well. Secondary benefits at Dutch universities are attractive and include holiday pay and an end of year bonus. Job application Applications including a cover letter, complete academic CV, and project proposal (maximum 1800 words in length) should be submitted at the latest on Monday November 28th, 2011, 08.00 hrs am. Please send your documents to onderzoek-fgwuva.nl. Interviews will be held on Wednesday December 21st, 2011. Please state the vacancy number and 'strictly confidential' in the subject field of your e-mail. Application Deadline: 28-Nov-2011 Email Address for Applications: onderzoek-fgwuva.nl. Contact Information: prof.dr Kees Hengeveld Email: p.c.hengevelduva.nl Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 07-Nov-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.