The Department of Linguistics at Northwestern University invites applications for a postdoctoral fellowship funded through a grant to the University from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. The fellowship is for a period of two academic years, beginning September 1, 1997. Candidates MUST HOLD a Ph.D. in linguistics or a related field by the starting date. Preference will be given to candidates whose research interests are interdisciplinary and mesh with those of the current faculty.
Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications.
The position provides funds for computer facilities and professional travel. The successful candidate will be expected to participate fully in Northwestern's vibrant interdisciplinary research environment, as well as to teach two quarter-length courses per year. Applications are due at Northwestern by February 14, 1997. Candidates should have the letters of reference sent directly to the search committee. Applicants must have native fluency in Japanese and a terminal degree in the relevant fields.