LINGUIST List 8.1293

Thu Sep 11 1997

Jobs: Reading, Acquisition, Socioling

Editor for this issue: Elaine Halleck <elainelinguistlist.org>

Directory

  • Maria Amuchastegui, Reading Research Position
  • William Davies, Lang. Acquisition, General Linguistics
  • Paul Fallon, Part-time lecturer(s) in Socioling, Cross-cultural

    Message 1: Reading Research Position

     Date: Wed, 10 Sep 1997 10:25:06 -0700
    From: Maria Amuchastegui <mariaaHEBB.scilearn.com>
    Subject: Reading Research Position


    The Scientific Learning Corporation is looking for a Ph.D.-level reading research specialist capable of designing and overseeing research projects relating to the perceptual and cognitive aspects of learning to read in reading impaired and in normal children and adults.

    Developing an effective brain science-based remediation program for reading-impaired children and adults.

    Participating as a member of an exciting, active research group comprising scientists working on language learning and related impairments from psychophysical, neurological, disabilities research, and cognitive science perspectives.

    Joining a rapidly growing, privately held San Francisco-based company with a commitment to and plenty of resources for conducting good research.

    Assisting in the development and maintenance of an on-line productivity library of templates, models, and tools.

    Assisting on highly technical issues associated with development of interactive training games.



    The ideal candidate will have...

    A sharp and open mind.

    A background in cognitive psychology, neuropsychology or child psychology.

    Experience working with children with learning disabilities.

    An understanding of theoretical issues related to reading, dyslexia, learning to read, phonological awareness, visual psychophysics and perceptual learning.

    An understanding of experimental design, data analysis, and cognitive and educational assessment models.

    Experience working in a clinical or educational laboratory, or an experimental classroom setting.

    A background in language and language learning.

    NOTE: Both entry-level scientists and experienced scientists with a track record working in this field are encouraged to apply.

    Please fax cover letter and resume or reply via email to:

    Scientific Learning Corporation Attn: Dr. Michael Merzenich 417 Montgomery Street, Suite 500 San Francisco, CA 94104 Fax (415) 296-1481 e-mail: merzscilearn.com

    Message 2: Lang. Acquisition, General Linguistics

     Date: Wed, 10 Sep 1997 14:08:20 -0500 (CDT)
    From: William Davies <wdaviesblue.weeg.uiowa.edu>
    Subject: Lang. Acquisition, General Linguistics




    The Department of Linguistics at The University of Iowa invites applications for two tenure-track positions in linguistics beginning August 1998. Candidates should have both (1) research and/or teaching experience in second language acquisition or English as a second language AND (2) expertise in another area of linguistics, such as syntax, phonology, morphology, first language acquisition, etc. The positions are expected to be at the assistant professor level; however, exceptional candidates may be considered at the associate professor level. First consideration will be given to those candidates who will have completed the PhD degree by the time of appointment.

    Applicants should send a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and the names of three references to:

    William D. Davies, Chair Department of Linguistics The University of Iowa Iowa City, IA 52242-1408.

    For fullest consideration, candidates should make application by December 1, 1997. Screening will begin immediately.

    The University of Iowa welcomes the employment on its faculty and staff of professional couples, permits the appointment of faculty couples within the same department, permits sharing of a single appointment by a faculty couple, and will refer the resume of a second member of a couple to appropriate offices in order to help that person find a professional position. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

    THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    Message 3: Part-time lecturer(s) in Socioling, Cross-cultural

     Date: Wed, 10 Sep 1997 18:39:24 -0400 (EDT)
    From: Paul Fallon <pfallonpaprika.mwc.edu>
    Subject: Part-time lecturer(s) in Socioling, Cross-cultural


    Substitute Lecturer(s) Sought

    The Department of English, Linguistics, and Speech at Mary Washington College is searching for one or more lecturers to substitute for a faculty member going on leave mid-semester (around the beginning of October 1997). The courses which need to be filled are:

    LING 202 Cross-cultural communication T Th 6:00-7:15 p.m. LING 302 Introduction to sociolinguistics and anthropological linguistics T Th 3:30-4:45 p.m.

    Interested parties should immediately contact:

    Dr. John Morello, Chair Department of English, Linguistics, and Speech (540) 654-1530 or jmorellomwc.edu (Please do not respond to the poster of this message).

    Mary Washington College is located in Fredericksburg, Virginia, approximately 50 miles south of Washington, DC and 50 miles north of Richmond, Virginia. Mileage for those living over 20 miles away will be compensated.