LINGUIST List 8.1336

Sun Sep 21 1997

Jobs: NLP, Syntax

Editor for this issue: Martin Jacobsen <martylinguistlist.org>

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1. Dale Russell, Job: Motorola Corporate Research Lab
2. steve hoenisch, LINGUISTICS PROFESSOR SOUGHT

*** Research Position at Motorola Corporate Research Laboratories ***

Motorola, Inc. has an opening for an individual to research and
develop spoken language systems at the Motorola Corporate Research
Center in Schaumburg, Illinois. This researcher will be a member of an
interdisciplinary team exploring the integration of Natural Language
Processing, speech recognition, and speech synthesis for product
applications of man-machine communications. The duties of the position
include applied research, software development, and implementation of
principles of natural language processing in working systems.
Innovation in research and applications of technology is the standard
for all members of the team.

Strong programming skills and an in-depth understanding of natural
language processing are required. Preference will be given to
candidates with experience in any or all of the following: C++, object
oriented programming, spoken language understanding systems, dialogue
modeling, spoken language generation, and linguistic development
tools. A Ph.D. in computational linguistics, computer science, or
related field is preferred. Strong Masters candidates will also be
considered.

The search will continue until the position is filled, but first
consideration will be given to resumes received by October 31, 1997.
The reference number for this position, T5200, should be included in
any correspondence. Please send resume and cover letter to:

 Motorola, Inc.
 Corporate Staffing Office
 1303 E. Algonquin Road
 Schaumburg, IL 60196

Fax: (847) 538-4959

Motorola is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We
welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce.

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

 Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in Linguistics


 The Ph.D./M.A. Program in Linguistics at The Graduate School and
University Center of The City University of New York invites
applications and nominations for a tenure-track position, starting
September 1, 1998.

 The Graduate School and University Center, located in midtown
Manhattan, is part of The City University of New York, the nation's
largest public urban university. Over 4000 students are enrolled in
32 doctoral programs and 7 master's programs. The Ph.D./M.A. Program
in Linguistics, with a high national ranking, seeks a syntactician who
will be an active member of a research community with diverse
interests.

 Candidates should have a record of significant research and
publications in syntax and experience working with doctoral students.
Responsibilities include teaching graduate-level courses at the CUNY
Graduate Center.

 

 REQUIRED: Ph.D. at the time of appointment, plus a record of success
in teaching, research, publication, and advisement of doctoral
students. Rank is open, depending on qualifications.

Salary: Assistant Professor $43,495 52,213; 
Associate Professor $52,213 62,394; 
Professor: $62,394 74,980. 

A distinguished candidate of substantial merit or accomplishment in
the field who has an international reputation as a scholar may be
nominated as a Distinguished Professor, with an annual supplement of
$20,000.

 

 The search committee will begin review of applications on November
15, 1997, and continue until the position is filled. Please send a
letter of application, a curriculum vitae, sample publications, and
the names of three references to:

Professor Charles Cairns
Search Committee 
Ph.D./M.A. Program in Linguistics
CUNY Graduate School
33 West 42 Street
New York, NY 10036-8099

CUNY is an EO/AA/ADA/IRCA Employer