School of Linguistic, Speech and Communication Sciences
Ussher Assistant Professor in Irish Speech and Language Technology
The Ussher Assistant Professor in Irish Speech and Language Technology in the School of
Linguistic, Speech and Communication Sciences will lead the development of the Irish
Speech and Language Technology Research Centre (ITUT). This research will embed
innovative speech and language technology resources in pedagogically sound language
learning applications and in assistive technologies, enhancing teaching and learning of Irish
nationally and globally. The appointee will have a strong background in speech-language
technology, a specialisation in technology-assisted language learning, and a track record in
linguistics research. Outreach and dissemination are key features of this post. The appointee
will contribute to teaching and research supervision. A high level of competence in Irish
language is desirable.
Appointment will be made at a maximum of the 8th point of the New Assistant Professor
Merged Salary Scale.
Candidates wishing to discuss the post informally should contact:
Professor Elaine Uí Dhonnchadha, E-mail: uidhonne@tcd.ie
Applications will only be accepted through e-recruitment
Further information and application details can be found at: https://jobs.tcd.ie
Closing date for receipt of completed applications is: no later than 12 Noon GMT on
Thursday 14th January 2016