Doctoral Researcher Scholarship: The Institute of Linguistics at the University of Stuttgart is inviting applications for a doctoral researcher position focused on sentence processing and language comprehension in a dynamic international research environment.
Doctoral Researcher Scholarship Opportunity at the University of Stuttgart
Designation
Doctoral Researcher
Research Area
- Sentence processing in under-researched languages
- Comparative language research
- Research methods (eye-tracking, crowdsourcing, statistical methods)
- Cognitive models of human language processing, including large language models
Location
University of Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Background | Master’s degree or equivalent in Linguistics, Cognitive Science, Computational Linguistics, Computer Science, or related fields |
| Interest | Incremental sentence comprehension and large language models |
| Language Proficiency | Good command of English; proficiency in German is not required |
| Experience (preferred) | Experimental methods, eye-tracking, Python, R, data analysis |
Description
Candidates will conduct independent research in the field of incremental sentence comprehension, collaborate with an international research team, and engage in limited teaching obligations starting in summer 2027. Other responsibilities include maintaining lab infrastructure and organizing workshops. The position offers a salaried role according to the German public service pay scale (75%, TV-L E-13) along with comprehensive benefits.
Benefits
- Access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities
- Opportunities for personal and professional development
- Support for fieldwork and conference attendance
- Childcare assistance during conferences
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their application to titus.von-der-malsburg@ling.uni-stuttgart.de. Applications must include:
- A short motivation letter
- A 1-page research proposal
- A CV
- A writing sample (e.g., MA/MSc thesis)
- Copies of degrees
Please use “PhD application” as the subject line for your e-mail.
Last Date for Apply
August 15, with the position remaining open until a suitable candidate is found. Interviews will be conducted via video or in-person for shortlisted candidates. The start date could be as early as October 1, subject to negotiation.
