3 September: fyi -- computational linguistics tenure track, Washington

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Job description for Computational Linguist, Sept. 2003

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, Department of Linguistics, University of
Washington. A tenure-track appointment is intended in the area of
computational linguistics with primary research specialization in
natural language processing theory. Duties will include:

- Building a new computational linguistics specialization within the
Linguistics Department;
- Teaching undergraduate and research courses in topics such as
machine translation, summarization, parsing, information retrieval
and lexical semantics;
- Teaching non-computational courses including introduction to
linguistics and advanced courses in syntax or semantics; background
in Asian or Romance linguistics desireable;
- Supervision of graduate students;
- Forging ties with local industry involved in natural language
processing.


Applicants should have the Ph.D. degree by the time the position
begins. Applications, including a curriculum vitae, statement of
research and teaching interests, and three letters of recommendation,
should be sent to Prof. Toshiyuki Ogihara, Chair, Computational Search
Committee, Department of Linguistics, University of Washington, Box
354340, Seattle, WA 98195-4340. Priority will be given to applications
received before December 1, 2003.

The University of Washington is building a culturally diverse faculty
and strongly encourages applications from women and minority
candidates. The University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative
Action employer.



Address for Applications:

Attn: Assoc. Professor Toshiyuki Oghihara
Department of Linguistics, Box 354340
University of Washington
Seattle, WA 98195-4340
United States of America

Applications are due by 01-Dec-2003


Contact Information:
Assoc. Professor Toshiyuki Ogihara
Email: ogihara@u.washington.edu
Tel: 206-543-2046
Fax: 206-685-7978
Website: http://depts.washington.edu/lingweb/

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