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To post to LINGUIST, use our convenient web form at http://linguistlist.org/posttolinguist.cfm Directory         1.     Lisa Lim , Asian Englishes: PhD, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Message 1: Asian Englishes: PhD, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Date: 16-Nov-2011 From: Lisa Lim <lisa.ls.limgmail.com> Subject: Asian Englishes: PhD, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: University of Hong Kong Department: School of English Job Location: Hong Kong Web Address: http://hku.hk/english/ Job Rank: PhD Specialty Areas: Asian Englishes Required Language(s): New English Description: Applications are invited for a full-time 3-year PhD position in World/New Englishes, specifically in Asian Englishes. This position is situated within the project 'The ecology and evolution of Asian Englishes', funded by the Research Grant Council's General Research Fund (GRF). In general, the Asian Englishes project aims to provide an comprehensive understanding of the linguistic features of varieties of English in Asia, focussing on postcolonial multilingual ecologies such as Singapore, Hong Kong and Sri Lanka, and relying on two complementary investigative thrusts: (i) a consideration of sociohistorical aspects, in particular demography and language policies during different eras, from the (pre-)colonial period through post-independence and into the new millennium; and (ii) a close examination of the linguistic features of the (local) languages that have come into contact with English as it has evolved. The PhD student will work on one variety of Asian English, ideally either Hong Kong English (HKE) or Sri Lankan English (SLE) (though other Asian Englishes may be proposed and will be considered). While the PhD dissertation will be an independent discrete topic (e.g. on certain linguistic feature(s) of HKE or SLE), it will in general be situated in the spirit of the larger Asian Englishes project and will preferably involve (i) sociohistorical investigation, including immigration patterns, language policy, etc, and (ii) structural analysis, with an eye on contact dynamics, potentially involving the collection of data of contemporary HKE or SLE, and will contribute to and be an integral part of the larger Asian Englishes project. The specifics of the project will vary depending on the variety of English being worked on. The position is available for 36 months, starting March 2012 or as soon as possible thereafter. Candidates should have background in linguistics and preferably familiarity with World/New/Asian Englishes. Previous fieldwork experience is desireable but not a prerequisite. Applications have to be via the standard application process for HKU, and must be made online. For all information on research postgraduate degrees, application, and financial assistance, see http://www0.hku.hk/gradsch/web/apply/index_ps.htm. Full-time PhD students who hold a first degree with second-class honours first division (or equivalent) or above are normally considered eligible to receive a Postgraduate Studentship during the normative study period. Candidates' results in Master's degrees may also be considered. The basic level of studentship is HK$13,600 (US$1,740) per month for the 2011-2012 academic year (w.e.f. September 1, 2011) (subject to revision). Candidates may also apply for other financial awards. The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship (HKPF) provides each awardee with a monthly studentship of HK$20,000 and a conference and research related travel allowance of HK$10,000 per year for a period up to three years. The deadline for application is 1 December 2011, HKT 12 noon. Applicants who have applied for the HKPF will be automatically considered for the award of University Postgraduate Fellowships (UPF) of HK$70,000, on top of the Postgraduate Studentships. Information on awards and financial assistance may be found at http://www0.hku.hk/gradsch/web/apply/guide1213/4.html Because the actual application procedure is to a central (university) pool, applicants should in addition send a brief email to Dr Lisa Lim (lisa.ls.limgmail.com) just to inform her that they have applied for this position. Application Deadline: 01-Dec-2011 Web Address for Applications: http://www0.hku.hk/gradsch/web/apply/ Contact Information: Dr Lisa Lim Email: lisa.ls.limgmail.com Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 18-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.