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University or Organization: Northern Illinois University Department: English Rank of Job: Chair of Department Specialty Areas: General Linguistics Description: English Department Chair The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences invites applications from, and nominations of, senior scholars to join the English Department at the rank of full professor with tenure to serve as department chair. We seek an academic with a record of distinguished scholarship, demonstrated administrative success, and a commitment to open and collegial leadership. Scholars who work in any time period or field of English studies--including literature, linguistics, and rhetoric/composition--are encouraged to apply. Applications must include a curriculum vitae; a letter of interest; a vision statement describing the applicant's approach to leading and enhancing the quality of a major doctoral-degree granting department with a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate education and teacher preparation; and the names, addresses, and email addresses of five references. The appointment is scheduled to begin on July 1, 2004. Applications and nominations must be sent to Dean Frederick L. Kitterle, Chair, English Chair Search Committee, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL 60115. Review of applications and nominations will begin December 1, 2003 and will continue until the position is filled. Northern Illinois University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Address for Applications: Attn: Dean Frederick Kitterle College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Northern Illinois University DeKalb, IL 60115 United States of America Position is open until filled Contact Information: Dr. Robert Self Email: rselfMail to author|Respond to list|Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issueniu.edu Tel: (815) 753-0615 Website: http://www.engl.niu.edu This announcement was accompanied by a donation to the LINGUIST List!