Western Sydney University, located at the Westmead Innovation Quarter, is offering a part-time Postdoctoral Research Fellow position in Quantitative Linguistics. This fixed-term role involves working 17.5 hours per week for three years, with a pro-rata annual salary ranging from $56,359 to $68,090, inclusive of superannuation and leave loading.
About the Role
The successful candidate will join the prestigious MARCS Institute for Brain, Behaviour and Development to contribute to a groundbreaking project examining the loss of Indigenous languages among Papua New Guinea’s youth. Supported by an Australian Research Council Discovery Grant, the research focuses on how language decline affects social cohesion, community well-being, and cognition.
Under the guidance of Dr. Hannah Sarvasy, the fellow will be responsible for:
- Conducting quantitative linguistic research
- Designing studies
- Performing data analysis
- Writing publications
- Presenting findings at conferences
Candidate Requirements
Applicants should have or be pursuing a doctorate in one of the following fields:
- Linguistics
- Experimental Psychology
- Computer Science
- Related disciplines
Essential skills and qualities include:
- Expertise in experimental design
- Proficiency in statistical modeling of Indigenous and non-Indo-European language data
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong teamwork abilities
Benefits and Environment
Western Sydney University promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace. The position offers:
- Flexible hybrid work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Attractive employee benefits
Application Details
The application deadline is 8:30 pm on Tuesday, 10 June 2025. Applicants must have working rights in Australia and should apply through the official WSU recruitment portal.
For further information or inquiries, please contact:
- Dr. Hannah Sarvasy at h.sarvasy@westernsydney.edu.au
- Talent Acquisition Team at talentacquisitionteam@westernsydney.edu.au
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