LINGUIST List 21.3278 Sat Aug 14 2010 Jobs: Chinese, Mandarin, Ling & Pedagogy: Asst Prof, U of Alberta Editor for this issue: Erin Smith <erinlinguistlist.org> The LINGUIST List strongly encourages employers to use non-discriminatory standards in hiring policy. In particular we urge that employers do not discriminate on the grounds of race, ethnicity, nationality, age, religion, gender, or sexual orientation. However, we have no means of enforcing these standards. Job seekers should pay special attention to language in ads regarding employment requirements and are encouraged to consult our international employment page at http://linguistlist.org/jobs/jobnet.html. This page has been set up so that people can report on the employment standards of various countries. To post to LINGUIST, use our convenient web form at http://linguistlist.org/posttolinguist.cfm Directory         1.    Carolyn Hunter, Chinese, Mandarin & Chinese Linguistics & Pedagogy: Asst Prof, University of Alberta, Alberta, Canada Message 1: Chinese, Mandarin & Chinese Linguistics & Pedagogy: Asst Prof, University of Alberta, Alberta, Canada Date: 12-Aug-2010 From: Carolyn Hunter <carolyn.hunterddbcanada.com> Subject: Chinese, Mandarin & Chinese Linguistics & Pedagogy: Asst Prof, University of Alberta, Alberta, Canada E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: University of Alberta Department: Department of East Asian Studies Job Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, Canada Web Address: http://www.eastasianstudies.ualberta.ca/ Job Rank: Assistant Professor Specialty Areas: Chinese Linguistics and Pedagogy Required Language(s): Chinese, Mandarin (cmn) Description: University of Alberta Department of East Asian Studies Assistant Professor in Chinese Linguistics and Pedagogy The Department of East Asian Studies in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Alberta invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Chinese Linguistics and Pedagogy, which may include any or several of the following areas; Chinese Linguistics, Chinese Applied Linguistics, Chinese Second Language Acquisition, Chinese Language Pedagogy. Responsibilities will include teaching in both undergraduate and graduate student programs (four courses per year), and maintaining an active research program. Applicants will have, or be close to completing, a PhD in an appropriate discipline, and demonstrate outstanding potential for a research career. They should also demonstrate native or near-native fluency in spoken and written Mandarin and English. Experience in teaching Chinese at the college/university level in North America, interest in instructional technology and experience in coordinating a Chinese language program are important assets. The Department of East Asian Studies (please see the web address above) has recently undergone a significant rebuilding process with the addition of several important positions, and efforts are continuing to further expand the Department's offerings and expertise. The filling of this position is an important part of this process. Established in 1908 as a board-governed, public institution, the University of Alberta has earned the reputation of being one of the best universities in Canada based on our strengths in teaching, research, and services. The University of Alberta serves over 36,000 students in more than 200 undergraduate programs and 170 graduate programs (www.ualberta.ca/). The Faculty of Arts is the oldest and most diverse faculty on campus, and one of the largest research and teaching centres in western Canada (www.arts.ualberta.ca). The University's main campus is located in Edmonton, the vibrant, cosmopolitan capital of the province of Alberta. The Edmonton metropolitan area is the sixth largest in the country with a population of approximately one million (www.edmonton.ca) with excellent health care facilities and recreation opportunities. Salary is competitive, and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicants should send a letter of application together with a CV and writing sample, and, if available, a teaching dossier and evaluations of teaching performance. Applicants must also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to the Chair. Consideration of applications will begin October 11, 2010 and continue until the position is filled. The effective date of employment will be July 1, 2011. Competition No.: A107312159 Closing Date: Oct 11, 2010 Inquiries may be directed to Professor Ono at the email address given below, or Professor Mikael Adolphson, Acting Chair at madolphsualberta.ca. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Alberta hires on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons. Application Deadline: 11-Oct-2010 Mailing Address for Applications: Professor, Chair - Chinese Lin Yoshi Ono Department of East Asian Studies 331 Pembina Hall, University of Alberta Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2H8 Canada Contact Information: Professor Ono Email: tonoualberta.ca Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 14-Aug-2010       About LINGUIST    |   Contact Us       While the LINGUIST List makes every effort to ensure the linguistic relevance of sites listed on its pages, it cannot vouch for their contents.