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To post to LINGUIST, use our convenient web form at http://linguistlist.org/posttolinguist.cfm Directory         1.     Ian Roberts , Syntax: PhD Positions (5), University of Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Message 1: Syntax: PhD Positions (5), University of Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Date: 26-Feb-2011 From: Ian Roberts <igr20cam.ac.uk> Subject: Syntax: PhD Positions (5), University of Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: University of Cambridge Department: Linguistics Department Job Location: Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Web Address: http://www.mml.cam.ac.uk/ling/ Job Rank: PhD Positions (5) Specialty Areas: Syntax Description: PhD studentships in Comparative Syntax - University of Cambridge Applications are invited for 5 PhD studentships covering the period 1 October 2011 to 30 September 2014, working under the general supervision of Prof. Ian Roberts in the Faculty of Modern and Medieval Languages (although each student will in fact be assigned a 4-member PhD committee). This award has become available as a result of an ERC Advanced Grant, "Rethinking Comparative Syntax". Successful applicants are expected to begin PhD study on 1 October 2011 and will receive a student stipend sufficient to meet the fees and maintenance requirements. Qualification requirements Candidates should hold or be in the process of obtaining a Master's degree (or equivalent) in Linguistics, with a specialisation in Syntax, and have attained or expect to attain a mark of distinction. Demonstrable interest in one or more specific topics in comparative syntactic research over and above what is set out in the individual research proposal, and/or a good knowledge of some language(s) other than English, as well as excellent writing skills in English, are desirable. Eligible candidates must submit an advanced proposal of research (not exceeding 1000 words) relevant to the "Rethinking Comparative Syntax" project. In particular, in relation to that project, they should indicate which of its 5 main empirical areas of research they would prefer to carry out doctoral work on. The project application is available at http://www.mml.cam.ac.uk/jobs/RA_ling_proposal.pdf. Closing date 31st March 2011 Application details - Applications should be made simultaneously to: (a) the Board of Graduate Studies (on-line - see: http://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/gradstud/prospec/apply/applynow/) and (b) the Faculty of Modern and Medieval Languages (on paper) by the closing date. Details of how to apply and which documents to submit are listed on the Faculty webpages (see: http://www.mml.cam.ac.uk/gradstudies/applying/phd.html). When sending the application to the Faculty and to the Board of Graduate Studies, it is important that applicants mark the envelope and top right corner of the application form "ERC" and indicate on the application form that the start date is 1 October 2011. In the Research Statement, candidates should outline their original research proposal and explain how it will fit the Project, "Rethinking Comparative Syntax" (see project proposal at http://www.mml.cam.ac.uk/jobs/RA_ling_proposal.pdf). This proposal should not exceed 1000 words. Applicants should specify Prof. Ian Roberts as supervisor on their application forms and are encouraged to contact Prof. Roberts (igr20cam.ac.uk) to discuss the ERC project, Cambridge College selection, and their applications. Applicants should also email the MML Graduate Office (mml-graduate-studieslists.cam.ac.uk), indicating that they have sent an application to the Faculty to be considered for these awards. - Applicants with dual nationalities, please see http://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/gradstud/funding/costs/status.html for eligibility criteria. - Applicants requiring a visa to study at Cambridge, please see http://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/gradstud/current/visas.html. Application Deadline: 30-Mar-2011 Mailing Address for Applications: Ms Louise Balshaw Faculty of Modern and Medieval Studies Raised Faculty Building Sidgwick Avenue Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB3 9DA United Kingdom Email Address for Applications: lb358cam.ac.uk Web Address for Applications: http://www.mml.cam.ac.uk/jobs/phd_linguistics.pdf Contact Information: Prof. Ian Roberts Email: igr20cam.ac.uk Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 01-Mar-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.