Contact & Join COALAB

We welcome inquiries about our research, collaboration opportunities, and applications to join our lab.

Contact Information

Lab Location

COALAB - Computational and Applied Linguistics Laboratory
Science Building, Room 301
123 University Avenue
Toronto, ON M5S 1A1
Canada

General Inquiries

• Email: contact@coalab.org
• Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567
• Fax: +1 (555) 123-4568

Lab Office Hours

• Monday-Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• By appointment only

Individual Contacts

• Dr. Peter Awe (PI): peter.awe@coalab.org
• Dr. Maria Chen (Postdoc): maria.chen@coalab.org
• Dr. James Wilson (Postdoc): james.wilson@coalab.org
• Dr. Sarah Johnson (Postdoc): sarah.johnson@coalab.org

Join Our Lab

We are always looking for talented and motivated individuals to join our research team. Below are the opportunities currently available.

Postdoctoral Researchers

Position Description:
Postdoctoral researchers in COALAB lead independent research projects while collaborating with other lab members. Positions are typically 2-3 years with possibility of extension.

Current Openings:

1. Computational Linguistics/NLP Postdoc - Focus on multilingual language model evaluation
2. Cognitive Science Postdoc - Focus on bilingual language processing and executive function

Requirements:

• PhD in Linguistics, Computer Science, Psychology, Cognitive Science, or related field
• Strong publication record
• Experience with relevant research methods (computational modeling, experimental design, etc.)
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Application Process:
Send the following to positions@coalab.org:

1. CV
2. Research statement (2-3 pages)
3. Two representative publications
4. Names and contact information for three references

PhD Students

Programs: We accept PhD students through:

• Department of Linguistics
• Department of Computer Science
• Department of Psychology
• Cognitive Science Program

Application Timeline:

• Application deadline: December 15 (for fall admission)
• Interviews: January-February
• Decisions: March-April

Funding: All PhD students receive full funding (tuition + stipend) through research assistantships, teaching assistantships, or fellowships.

How to Apply:

1. Apply through the relevant department’s graduate program
2. Mention your interest in working with COALAB in your statement of purpose
3. Contact Dr. Peter Awe to discuss research fit before applying

Master’s Students

Opportunities: Master’s students can join the lab through:

• Research assistantships
• Thesis projects
• Course-based projects

Current MSc/MA Programs:

• MSc in Computational Linguistics
• MA in Linguistics
• MSc in Cognitive Science
• MSc in Computer Science

Contact: Interested master’s students should email the relevant lab member with their CV and a brief description of research interests.

Undergraduate Research Assistants

Opportunities: We regularly hire undergraduate research assistants for:

• Data collection and annotation
• Programming and software development
• Literature reviews
• Experimental assistance

Requirements:

• Strong academic record
• Interest in language research
• Relevant coursework (linguistics, computer science, psychology, etc.)
• Minimum 10 hours/week commitment

Application: Send your CV and transcript to undergrad@coalab.org

Visiting Scholars & Collaborators

We welcome visiting scholars and research collaborators from other institutions. Please contact Dr. Peter Awe to discuss possibilities.

Contact Form

Have a question or want to get in touch? Use the form below:

Directions & Parking

Getting Here

By Public Transit:
Take the subway to University Station, then walk 10 minutes north to the Science Building.

By Car:
Visitor parking is available in Lot P5. Daily parking passes can be purchased at the parking office.

Accessibility:
The Science Building is fully accessible. Please contact us in advance if you require any accommodations.

Lab Tours

Interested in visiting the lab? We offer tours by appointment. Please contact us at least one week in advance to schedule a visit.

Mailing List

Stay updated with lab news, events, and opportunities:

• Quarterly Newsletter: Subscribe here
• Announcement List: For immediate updates on talks and events
• Research Discussion List: For lab members and collaborators

Social Media

• Twitter/X: @COALAB_Research
• GitHub: github.com/coalab
• Google Scholar: COALAB Profile

Partnerships & Collaboration

We actively seek collaborations with:

• Academic researchers in related fields
• Industry partners for applied research
• Clinical practitioners for translational work
• Community organizations for outreach

If you’re interested in collaborating, please contact Dr. Peter Awe directly with a brief description of your proposed collaboration.

Last updated: January 2025