Postdoc in Language Science: Experimental and Computational Studies of Speech Perception

Position overview

Salary range : 64, Annual

Application Window

Open date : June 10,

Next review date : Monday, Jul 8, at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date : Tuesday, Jun 10, at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

Applications are invited for a two-year postdoctoral position in the laboratory of Dr. Xin Xie (), in the Department of Language Science at the University of California, Irvine.

The position is funded through an NIH award (NIH R01HD) : Identifying the mechanisms of adaptive speech perception, with the Co-PI Dr.

Chigusa Kurumada at the University of Rochester (

The successful candidate will work with Drs. Xie and Kurumada on experimental and computational studies of the adaptive perception of non-native accented speech.

The goal of this project is to develop a comprehensive model of adaptive speech perception and to test model-generated predictions on human perceptual data.

Expected performance

Take leading roles in research, including

o Manipulate natural audio recordings and construct speech stimuli

o Set up experiments using the in-lab and on-line testing paradigms

o Supervise graduate students and undergraduate research assistants

o Oversee various aspects of the project under the guidance of the PIs

• Build, train, and test various computational models within the team’s ASP (Adaptive Speech Perception) framework. (Necessary training will be provided)
• Publish papers in the field of speech sciences, neuroscience or psycholinguistics
• Possibility of developing individual projects and applying for external grants.

Qualifications and training

• PhD in cognitive science, neuroscience, psychology, linguistics, or a related field
• Publication record that includes first-author publications in the field of speech sciences
• Substantial training and experience in experimental and / or computational approaches to human speech perception
• Strong programming skills (e.g., R, Python)

Preferred Education, Skills, and Experiences :

• Expertise in the literature and theories of speech perception and / or production
• Proficiency with acoustic processing and analysis tools

We are an interdisciplinary team bridging two institutions. The postdoc will have access to several research, mentoring, and training opportunities from the following institutions :

• Center for Hearing Research at University of California, Irvine
• Center of Language Sciences at the University of Rochester (

Application

Applications should include : a current curriculum vitae, a cover letter describing research interests and experience, and contact information for 2-3 references.

Applications will be considered until the positions are filled.

Contact

Application materials should be sent through XXXXXX. Informal questions and inquiries may also be directed to Dr. Xie by email ().

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

PhD in cognitive science, neuroscience, psychology, linguistics, language science or a related field

• Publication record that includes first-author publications in the field of speech sciences
• Substantial training and experience in experimental and / or computational approaches to human speech perception
• Strong programming skills (e.g., R, Python)

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

Cover Letter - Cover Letter should describe research interest and experience.

Statement of Research (Optional)

Inclusive Excellence Activities Statement - Statement addressing how past and / or potential contributions to inclusive excellence will advance UCI's Commitment to Inclusive Excellence.

See our guidance for writing an inclusive excellence activities statement.

Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form - All applicants of academic positions at the University of California, Irvine must download, complete, sign, and upload the following form with their application : Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form

Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)
30+ days ago