LINGUIST List 13.2797

Wed Oct 30 2002

Jobs: Linguistics: Program Director at NSF, VA, USA

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    Message 1: Linguistics: Program Director, National Science Foundation, VA, USA

     Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2002 16:01:00 +0000
    From: jjackson <jjacksonnsf.gov>
    Subject: Linguistics: Program Director, National Science Foundation, VA, USA


    University or Organization: National Science Foundation Department: Division of Behavioral & Cognitive Sciences(BCS) Rank of Job: Program Director Specialty Areas: General Linguistics Required Language(s):

    Description:

    Linguistics Program Director

    The Division of Behavioral and Cognitive Sciences at the National Science Foundation is seeking applicants for the position of Program Director for Linguistics, to begin late spring, 2003. This rotational position will be filled on a one or two year Visiting Scientist, or Intergovernmental Personnel Act Assignment.

    The Program Director for Linguistics coordinates the evaluation of proposals, selects external and panel reviewers, manages advisory panel meetings, and recommends and documents actions on the proposals. The incumbent also handles administrative matters relating to active NSF grants, maintains regular contact with the research community, and provides advice to people requesting it.

    Applicants must have a Ph.D. in linguistics or a related discipline, and must be active in scientific research in some area of linguistics or the language sciences. Six or more years of research experience beyond the Ph.D. is required for appointment as Program Director. The per annum salary range which includes a locality pay adjustment is from $78,265 - $121,967 per annum depending on qualification and experience, and is comparable with academic salaries at major U.S. institutions.

    Interested parties should submit a cover letter, names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers for three references, and a curriculum vitae to the National Science Foundation, Division of Human Resources Management, Attn: Jacqueline Jackson, Rm. 315, 4201 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22230 and reference vacancy announcement E20030005-Rotator.

    The National Science Foundation is committed to affirmative action in identifying candidates and to equal opportunity in making hiring decisions.

    For program questions contact Dr. Cecile McKee, Program Director, Linguistics, (703) 292-4398 at the following address: National Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Blvd. Room 995, Arlington, VA 22230. Hearing Impaired individuals should call TDD 703-292-8044.

    The National Science Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to employing highly qualified staff that reflects the diversity of our nation.

    Address for Applications:

    Attn: Ms. Jacqueline Jackson 4201 Wilson Blvd. Suite 315 Arlington, VA 22230 United States of America Position is open until filled.

    Contact Information: Dr. Cecile McKee. Tel: 703-292-4398 Website: http://www.nsf.gov/sbe/

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