Post-Doctoral Researcher at University of Tübingen: Join the Department of Linguistics at the Faculty of Humanities as a Post-Doctoral Researcher / Junior Group Leader beginning October 1st, 2024, or soon after. This four-year position is part of the project “Understanding of, and Explanations with, Large Language Models”, funded by the Volkswagen Stiftung (Momentum program), and associated with the Cluster of Excellence “Machine Learning: New Perspectives for Science” at the University of Tübingen. The successful candidate will contribute to research on modern language technology from the perspective of Linguistics and Cognitive Science, including co-supervision of PhD students.
Post-Doctoral Researcher / Junior Group Leader in Linguistics / Computational Linguistics / Cognitive Science (m/f/d; E 14 TV-L, 100%)
Summary Table:
- Designation: Post-Doctoral Researcher / Junior Group Leader
- Research Area: Linguistics / Computational Linguistics / Cognitive Science
- Location: University of Tübingen
- Eligibility/Qualification: PhD in Computational Linguistics, Cognitive Science, Linguistics, Machine Learning, or similar; near-native English proficiency; experience in independent scientific research; publications in leading venues; solid mathematical background; experience with Deep Learning libraries; familiarity with Linguistics and/or Cognitive Science.
- Last Date for Apply: June 19th, 2024
Job Description: The position involves research on modern language technology, including the development and maintenance of a test suite for studying modern language technology such as Large Language Models (LLMs). Responsibilities include conducting independent scientific research, co-supervising PhD students, and contributing to the academic community through publications and teaching.
How to Apply: Please submit your application by June 19th, 2024, including a motivation letter, comprehensive CV, list of publications, and contact details of three potential referees, to Prof. Dr. Michael Franke, Keplerstr. 2, 72074 Tübingen, or via email: sekretariat.pragmatik@semsprach.uni-tuebingen.de. For inquiries, contact the same address.
The university encourages applications from qualified women academics and individuals with disabilities. Equal opportunities and diversity are integral to our values, and individual situations are considered in the hiring process. The central administration of the University of Tübingen manages employment matters.
