LINGUIST List 11.56

Sat Jan 15 2000

Jobs: Computational Ling, TESL/Applied Linguistics

Editor for this issue: Lydia Grebenyova <lydialinguistlist.org>

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1. Bente Maegaard, Comp Ling: Software/ Center for Sprogteknologi, Copenhagen Denmark
2. Dr. Mahmoud Arani, TESL/Applied Ling: Teaching/ Saint Michael's College, Vermont USA

Rank of Job: 
Areas Required: Software development for NLP
Other Desired Areas: 
University or Organization: Center for Sprogteknologi
Department: 
State or Province: Copenhagen
Country: Denmark
Final Date of Application: 12 noon 20th January 2000
Contact: Bente Maegaard bentecst.ku.dk

Address for Applications:
Njalsgade 80
Copenhagen
 DK 2300 S
Denmark

Center for Sprogteknologi (Centre for Language Technology) in
Copenhagen, Denmark has 1-2 openings for computer scientists/software
developers to commence as soon as possible.

Center for Sprogteknologi is a public research institution under the
Danish Ministry of Research, which carries out research, development
and consulting in the field of language technology. The centre is very
internationally oriented, cooperating with partners all over Europe.
It is a dynamic and expanding workplace which at the moment employs
around 20 people with linguistic and/or computational backgrounds.

Currently there are a number of software development tasks in the
Centre's projects within machine translation and information
retrieval. The work covers all stages of the development process:
i.e. analysis, specification, programming and testing. The centre has
the following hardware platforms: HP-UX, Solaris, NT and Windows95/98

Qualifications and experience:

MSc in Computer Science or equivalent qualifications and experience.

The ideal candidate will have programming experience in C, C++ and
Prolog; a thorough knowledge of UNIX; and experience in the field of
Natural Language Processing.

Salary and Conditions:

Salary is according to the national agreement with the relevant trade
union. In addition the salary system allows for individual bonuses.

To Apply:

Applications including documentation of qualifications and previous
experience should be marked "Application" and sent to:

Center for sprogteknologi,
Njalsgade 80,
2300 Copenhagen S,
Denmark.
Email: cstcst.ku.dk

to arrive no later than 12 noon on 20th January 2000

For further information contact Bente Maegaard, Director,
(bentecst.ku.dk) or Claus Polvsen, Senior Consultant,
(clauscst.ku.dk) or by phone on (+45) 35 32 90 90 

Rank of Job: Open
Areas Required: TESL/Applied Linguistics
Other Desired Areas: 
University or Organization: Saint Michael's College
Department: School of International Studies
State or Province: Vermont
Country: USA
Final Date of Application: 3/1/2000
Contact: Dr. Mahmoud Arani maranismcvt.edu

Address for Applications:
One Winooski Park
Colchester
VT 05439
USA

TESL/Applied Linguistics Tenure-Track Teaching Position
School of International Studies


Applications are invited for a tenure-track teaching position in the
School of International Studies (SIS) at Saint Michael's College, a
liberal arts and sciences college with 45 years of experience in
international education. The SIS offers several major programs: a
Master's program in TESL/TEFL, a K-12 ESL Endorsement program, an
intensive English program, an academic English program, and a series of
undergraduate courses in language and linguistics. The SIS also offers
cooperative MATEFL/TESL programs in Asia, Latin America and Europe. The
ideal candidate should be willing to travel overseas for extended
periods of time and have documented success in teaching and teacher
training. Experience in web-based and other distance learning modes of
course delivery is desirable.

General responsibilities include teaching and curriculum planning in all
major SIS programs, appropriate research, and service to the College. A
Ph.D. in TESOL or a related field is required, rank commensurate with
experience and qualifications. Applicants should submit letter of
application, a curriculum vitae, and three reference letters to: SIS
Search Committee, c/o Office of Human Resources, Saint Michael's
College, One Winooski Park, Colchester, VT 05439. Submit by March 1,
2000 for September, 2000 start date. AA/EOE