Postdoctoral Researcher in Sign Language Linguistics

Harvard University, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Cambridge, MASSACHUSETTS
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Title Postdoctoral Researcher in Sign Language Linguistics
School Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Department/Area Linguistics
Position Description
The Department of Linguistics seeks applications for a full time postdoctoral researcher in the area of sign language linguistics and experimental linguistics. The appointment is expected to begin on or after August 15, 2025. The postdoc will be responsible for research regarding how depicting classifier signs become part of the conventionalized lexicon of sign languages, focusing on work related to Dr. Kathryn Davidson’s project on formal semantics and depiction in language. Research expertise that complements the expertise already present in the lab will be especially welcome, such as extensive experience working on topics related to experimental semantics and language change. As part of this research we expect the postdoc will publish in high profile journals and present in conferences and workshops, and prepare grant proposals for continued study of this work. We also expect the postdoc to mentor and interact with undergraduate and graduate students and other connected researchers through research collaborations in the laboratory.
The position is for one year, renewable if additional funding resources are secured.
Basic Qualifications
The successful applicant should have PhD in Linguistics, and extensive research experience on some of the following topics: sign language theory, historical linguistics, experimental linguistics.
Additional Qualifications
Special Instructions
Special Instructions: Please submit the following materials through the ARIeS portal. Candidates are encouraged to apply by May 3; applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.
1. Cover letter explaining interest in this position
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Contact information for two references
Contact Information
Andra Pham
323 Boylston Hall
Contact Email andra_pham@harvard.edu
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.
Minimum Number of References Required 2
Maximum Number of References Allowed 3
Keywords
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Boston, Cambridge, Massachusetts, MA, Northeast, New England

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