LINGUIST List 15.1360

Fri Apr 30 2004

Jobs: Chinese: Asst Prof, U/of Calgary, Canada

Editor for this issue: Tomoko Okuno <tomokolinguistlist.org>

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1. dcwalker, Chinese, Mandarin & Chinese: Asst Prof, U/of Calgary, Alberta, Canada

University or Organization: University of Calgary
Department: Germanic, Slavic and East Asian Studies
Rank of Job: Assistant Professor
Specialty Areas: Language Acquisition, Chinese
Required Language(s):Chinese, Mandarin (Code = CHN)

Description:

UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY - The Department of Germanic, Slavic and East
Asian Studies invites applications for a one-year, non-renewable
assistant professorial position in Chinese, beginning July 1, 2004 and
ending June 30, 2005. This position is being created as part of the
major commitment, by both the University and the Government of
Alberta, to the study of second language learning reflected in the
recent creation of the Language Research Centre. The successful
candidate will hold, or be near completion of, a PhD, and will have
native or near-native command of Chinese. Desired qualifications
include expertise in the field of second language acquisition or
related fields. Knowledge of a second East Asian language will be
considered a major asset.

Applications, to be received by June 1, 2004 or until the position is
filled, should include a cover letter, an updated curriculum vitae,
information concerning teaching effectiveness and transcripts relating
to the candidate's graduate studies. Applicants should also arrange
for three confidential letters of reference or their placement dossier
to be received by that date. All material should be addressed to:
Dr. X. Jie (Jay) Yang, Head, Department of Germanic, Slavic and East
Asian Studies, University of Calgary, 2500 University Drive NW,
Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2N 1N4

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian
and permanent residents will be given priority.

The University of Calgary respects, appreciates and encourages diversity. 

Address for Applications:

	Attn: Professor X. Jie Yang
	Germanic, Slavic and East Asian Studies, University of Calgary
	2500 University Drive NW
	Calgary, Alberta T2N 1N4
	Canada 

Position is open until filled.

Contact Information:
	Professor X. Jie Yang.
	Email: xyangucalgary.ca
	Tel: (403) 220-7218

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