LINGUIST List 21.3435 Fri Aug 27 2010 Jobs: Applied Ling; General Ling: Modern Langs: Assoc Prof, Nanyang Tech Editor for this issue: Christy Bird <christylinguistlist.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.    Nanyang Technological University, Applied Linguistics; General Linguistics; Modern Languages: Associate Professor, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Message 1: Applied Linguistics; General Linguistics; Modern Languages: Associate Professor, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Date: 27-Aug-2010 From: Nanyang Technological University <Acad-talentntu.edu.sg> Subject: Applied Linguistics; General Linguistics; Modern Languages: Associate Professor, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: Nanyang Technological University Department: School of Humanities and Social Sciences Job Location: Singapore Web Address: http://www.ntu.edu.sg/HSS/lcc/MLE/Pages/AboutMLE.aspx Job Rank: Associate Professor Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; General Linguistics; Modern Languages Description: School of Humanities and Social Sciences Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Director for Centre for Modern Languages The School of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore, is seeking to appoint a dynamic leader for a newly established Centre for Modern Languages. The successful candidate will concurrently hold a tenure-track or tenured appointment at the rank of Associate Professor in the Division of Linguistics and Multilingual Studies. The appointee will play a significant leadership role in faculty and curriculum development, as well as the expansion of the programme. Currently, the School offers nine modern language electives (Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Spanish, and Thai). There are plans to augment the number of languages offered in the Centre. The appointee should have: * a PhD in Linguistics or Applied Linguistics, preferably with specialization in language acquisition and/or language learning; * knowledge and experience of second language pedagogy; * extensive teaching experience at university level; * an active research programme and a publication record commensurate with this level of appointment; * relevant administrative experience; and * experience in managing curriculum and material development and teaching innovation. Experience in setting up a language learning centre and the provision of support for out-of-class activities will be an advantage. NTU is a research university committed to providing a comprehensive educational experience in a multicultural environment. It offers competitive annual salaries, strong research support, and is committed to nurturing faculty development. For further information about the current Modern Language Electives, please refer to the department website above. To apply, please refer to the Guidelines for Submitting an Application for Faculty Appointment at the application URL below and send your application package [consisting of cover letter, curriculum vitae (including records of competitive grants and graduate supervision, if any), personal particular form, teaching statement and research statement, writing samples, and the names and contact details of at least three referees] to the application address below, by email to the application email below, or by fax to (65) 6791 9340. Further enquiries about the position can be addressed to Professor K.K. Luke, Chair of the Search Committee for the Director of the Centre for Modern Languages, email address below. Application Deadline: 30-Sep-2010 Mailing Address for Applications: Office of Human Resources Nanyang Technological University Administration Building, Level 4 50 Nanyang Avenue 639798 Singapore Email Address for Applications: Acad-talentntu.edu.sg Web Address for Applications: http://www.ntu.edu.sg/ohr/Career/SubmitApplication/Pages/Faculty.aspx Contact Information: Chair Professor K.K. Luke Email: kklukentu.edu.sg Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 27-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.