LINGUIST List 13.3408

Mon Dec 23 2002

Jobs: Computational Ling: Post Doc, U/of Memphis

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  • mlouwers, Computational Linguistics: Post Doc, University of Memphis, TN

    Message 1: Computational Linguistics: Post Doc, University of Memphis, TN

     Date: Sun, 22 Dec 2002 15:36:16 +0000
    From: mlouwers <mlouwersmemphis.edu>
    Subject: Computational Linguistics: Post Doc, University of Memphis, TN




    University or Organization: University of Memphis Department: Department of Psychology Rank of Job: Post Doc Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics, Cognitive Science, Cognitive Psychology

    Description:

    COMPUTATIONAL LINGUIST: The Institute for Intelligent Systems (IIS) and Department of Psychology at the University of Memphis invite applications for a postdoctoral position in computational linguistic. The ideal candidate for this position will have a Ph.D. in linguistics, cognitive science or related discipline with a strong interest in natural language processing. This position will involve the investigation of reading comprehension strategies and the development and testing of an automated strategy training system the development and testing of automated measures of coherence. Therefore, a strong knowledge of one or more programming languages (C++, Java, Visual Basic, etc.) is a prerequisite. Furthermore, knowledge of (and interest in) cognitive psychology and linguistics is required. This project on automated measures of coherence is one of the many research projects in the Institute for Intelligent Systems (IIS) at the University of Memphis.

    The IIS is an interdisciplinary program that includes faculty in Psychology, Computer Science, Statistics, Physics, Engineering and other fields that investigate intelligent systems in humans and computers. The Psychology Department currently employs 33 full-time faculty and offers Ph.D. degrees in clinical, school, and experimental psychology.

    Evaluations of candidates will begin on January 17, 2003 but applications will be considered until the position is filled. A letter of interest including an outline of your academic/career plans for the next three years, a resume listing your contact information and relevant experience and three letters of recommendation to:

    Danielle McNamara, IES Search Committee, Department of Psychology, 202 Psychology Building, The University of Memphis, Memphis, TN 38152-3230.

    The University of Memphis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.

    Address for Applications:

    Attn: Danielle McNamara IES Search Committee, Department of Psychology University of Memphis, Psychology Building Memphis, TN 38152 United States of America Applications are due by 17-Jan-2003

    Contact Information: Danielle McNamara. Email: d.mcnamaramail.psyc.memphis.edu Tel: (901) 678-2326 Fax: (901) 678-2579 Website: http://www.psyc.memphis.edu