Senior Researcher in Natural Language Processing

2 months ago


Aarhus, Denmark Uag Full time

The Center for Humanities Computing (CHC) at the School of Culture and Society, Aarhus University, is seeking to strengthen and expand its research in the rapidly growing field of Computational Humanities. We invite applications for a temporary, part-time senior researcher position (10% of full-time, equivalent to 3.7 hours per week), with the potential for transitioning into a full-time role (37 hours per week). The position is initially offered for a three-year term, with the possibility of extension subject to the availability of funding.

The position will be available from January 1st, 2025, or as soon as possible thereafter.

In its pursuit of academic excellence, The Faculty of Arts is committed to creating an inclusive working environment and therefore encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of personal background, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, ethnicity, etc.
Place of work is at CHC Jens Chr. Schous Vej 4, 8000 Aarhus C.

The Position

We are seeking an innovative and dedicated scholar with a robust research profile in Natural Language Processing or related fields (e.g., Computational Linguistics, Computer Science). The ideal candidate must also possess documented experience in machine learning and the application of machine learning to humanities data (e.g., computational narratology, stylistics, or empirical aesthetics). A strong track record of interdisciplinary collaboration, the ability to secure external funding, and a demonstrated commitment to advancing research through computational methodologies are essential.

The successful applicant should be able to demonstrate competences within the scope of Center for Humanities Computing’s research activities, and a research plan of 3-5 pages should be submitted which aligns with the center’s activities. The successful applicant will be expected to conduct relevant research projects and to contribute to the Center for Humanities Computing’s research infrastructures.

Apart from carrying out research and contributing to the overall research agenda of Center for Humanities Computing, the successful applicant will also be expected to contribute to the academic environment at The School of Culture and Society and its core activities in the areas of research, talent development and knowledge exchange according to Aarhus University’s overall strategy.

Research

The successful applicant is expected to develop and head research projects of relevance to the field of Natural Language Processing, preferably with an emphasis on computational humanities as well as machine learning. The person appointed to the position will also be expected to participate in collective research projects and pursue external research funding.

Knowledge exchange

It is expected that the successful applicant will engage in knowledge exchange as described in the strategy for the Faculty of Arts , for instance, research cooperation with private companies, government consultancy, cooperation with civil society partners, or the public dissemination of knowledge. Applicants should document any prior experience within the field of knowledge exchange.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent qualifications in Computational Linguistics or related areas of research (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science) as well as research qualifications equivalent to those required by a senior researcher.

If the successful applicant is not fluent in Danish, s/he will be expected to acquire the language within a period of approximately two years.

Deadline:

10 December 2024

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