6 October: fyi -- postdocs & internships, Microsoft
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Microsoft Research (http://research.microsoft.com/) is seeking applicants
for postdoctoral researchers. Microsoft Research provides a vibrant
research environment with an open publications policy and with close links
to top academic institutions across the United States, Europe, and Asia.
Postdoc researcher positions provide an opportunity to develop your
research career and to interact with some of the top minds in the research
community, with the potential to have your research realized in products
and services that will be used worldwide. Postdoc researchers are invited
to define their own research agenda and demonstrate their ability to drive
forward an effective program of research. Successful candidates will have a
Ph.D. and a well-established research track record as demonstrated by
journal publications and conference papers, as well as participation on
program committees, editorial boards, and advisory panels.
Postdoc researchers receive a competitive salary and benefits package, and
are eligible for relocation expenses. Postdoc researchers are hired for a
one or two year fixed term appointment. Successful Postdoc researchers may
be invited to apply for permanent positions if available towards the end of
fixed term period.
Qualifications include a strong academic record in anthropology,
communications, computer science, economics, information science,
sociology, or related fields. Applicants must have completed the
requirements for a PhD, including submission of their thesis, prior to
joining Microsoft Research.
Microsoft Research New England is especially looking for postdoc
researchers working in areas related to social media and social networks,
particularly from a social science perspective. Those interested in such a
social science postdoc should be certain to apply by December 15 and
indicate "danah boyd" as the full-time researcher they are seeking to work
with.
Qualified candidates should submit their applications online:
http://research.microsoft.com/en-us/jobs/fulltime/researcher.aspx
Applicants are welcome to apply for positions in multiple labs. Applicants
are encouraged to specify areas of research in which they are most
interested and specific researchers with whom they would like to work. To
explore current researchers at Microsoft Research, see:
http://research.microsoft.com/apps/dp/pe/people.aspx
Current PhD students are also encouraged to explore internship
opportunities. To learn more about or apply for an internship, see:
http://research.microsoft.com/en-us/jobs/intern/apply.aspx
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