LINGUIST List 21.3281 Sat Aug 14 2010 Jobs: Ling & Literature: Chair of Department, Illinois State University 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.    sharon griffin, Ling & Literature: Chair of Department, Illinois State University, IL, USA Message 1: Ling & Literature: Chair of Department, Illinois State University, IL, USA Date: 13-Aug-2010 From: sharon griffin <srgriffilstu.edu> Subject: Ling & Literature: Chair of Department, Illinois State University, IL, USA E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: Illinois State University Department: Languages, Literatures, and Cultures Job Location: Illinois, USA Web Address: http://llc.ilstu.edu Job Rank: Chair of Department Specialty Areas: Ling & Literature Description: The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at Illinois State University invites applications and nominations for the position of Chair, preferably to begin on July 1, 2011. Qualifications and Responsibilities: Applicants should hold the rank of full professor or advanced associate professor and must have a PhD in a foreign language with a specialty in linguistics, literature, cultural studies, pedagogy, or comparable field. Candidates should have an established record of research and teaching accomplishments, demonstrate effective leadership, and possess strong administrative and interpersonal skills. The Chair will be expected to provide vision and creative leadership as the department builds on its current strengths and to advance the department's educational and research missions. Candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Salary: This is a 12 month position with a competitive salary. Department and Programs: The Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures is located in the College of Arts and Sciences. It offers B.A. programs in French, German, and Spanish, including teacher certification in those languages, as well as an M.A. program. The department also sponsors area studies programs, participates in numerous minors and the general education program, and supports the College foreign language requirement. In the M.A. program, students choose an emphasis in cultural studies, language/linguistics, literature, or pedagogy within French, German, or Spanish. The department has approximately 211 majors, 517 minors, 32 graduate students, and 28 full-time faculty (including tenure track). Languages taught include Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, and Spanish. More information is available at the web address above. The University and Community: Illinois State University is a state-supported multi-purpose institution with approximately 20,000 students. It is located in Bloomington/Normal, a fast-growing community of 125,000 residents in central Illinois. Bloomington/Normal is situated between Chicago and St. Louis and is served by the major airlines and Amtrak. To Apply: Initial review of applications will begin November 15, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled. To assure full consideration, please send curriculum vitae, name and contact information for three or more references, and a letter of application including administrative philosophy to the address given below. Questions may be directed to Dr. Wilkinson at bjwilkinilstu.edu. Illinois State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action university encouraging diversity. Application Deadline: 15-Nov-2010 Mailing Address for Applications: Chairperson Brian Wilkinson Langs., Lits., and Cultures Chair Search Committee College of Arts and Sciences/Illinois State University Campus Box 4100 Normal, IL 61790-4100 USA Contact Information: Chairperson Brian Wilkinson Email: bjwilkinilstu.edu 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.