LINGUIST List 21.4384 Tue Nov 02 2010 Jobs: Sign Linguistics: Assistant Professor, U of Connecticut Editor for this issue: Christy Bird <christylinguistlist.org> The LINGUIST List strongly encourages employers to engage in non-discriminatory hiring practices. We urge employers not to discriminate on the grounds of race, ethnicity, nationality, disability, 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.     Diane Lillo-Martin , Sign Linguistics: Assistant Professor, University of Connecticut, CT, USA Message 1: Sign Linguistics: Assistant Professor, University of Connecticut, CT, USA Date: 01-Nov-2010 From: Diane Lillo-Martin <linguisticssearchuconn.edu> Subject: Sign Linguistics: Assistant Professor, University of Connecticut, CT, USA E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: University of Connecticut Department: Department of Linguistics Job Location: Connecticut, USA Web Address: http://www.linguistics.uconn.edu/ Job Rank: Assistant Professor Specialty Areas: Sign Linguistics Description: Job Summary: The Department of Linguistics, in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Connecticut, Storrs, is accepting applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level, expected to start August 23, 2011. The department is interested in applications from linguists working on sign linguistics, within any area of formal linguistics. Although the specific domain of linguistics is open, candidates' research and teaching interests should fit well with those of the current departmental faculty. Minimum Qualifications: Requirements for a Ph.D. in Linguistics or related field completed by start date of employment; evidence or promise of a strong research/publication record; the ability to teach courses in linguistics at both the graduate and undergraduate levels; and a primary focus on generative approaches to sign linguistics. Equivalent foreign degrees are acceptable. Preferred Qualifications: The ability to work effectively in the context of diversity through unique skills and talents. For example, the candidate should contribute through research, teaching, and/or public engagement to the diversity and excellence of the learning experience; integrate multicultural experiences into instructional methods and research tools; and/or apply understanding of issues such as diversity and multiculturalism to scholarship. Appointment Terms: The successful candidate's primary academic appointment will be within the Department of Linguistics at the main campus in Storrs, CT. The incumbent may have the opportunity to work at the University's campuses at Avery Point, Hartford, Stamford, Torrington, Waterbury, or West Hartford. Salary will be commensurate with background, qualifications, and experience. To Apply: Applicants should apply online using Husky Hire, URL below, to upload their application materials. Review of applications will begin December 15, 2010, and continue until the position is filled. The application package should include: 1) cover letter, including an indication of the candidate's commitment to diversity, 2) statement of research interests, 3) statement of teaching philosophy, 4) CV, 5) one or two samples of scholarly writing, and 6) three letters of recommendation which should be sent directly from the referees to linguisticssearchuconn.edu. The recommenders may also mail their recommendation to address below. The recommendations will be uploaded to your file. The University of Connecticut is an EEO/AA employer. Application Deadline: 15-Dec-2010 Mailing Address for Applications: Department of Linguistics c/o Catalina Ritton 337 Mansfield Road Unit 1145 Storrs, CT 06269-1145 USA Web Address for Applications: http://jobs.uconn.edu/cg_interim.html Contact Information: Diane Lillo-Martin Email: linguisticssearchuconn.edu Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 02-Nov-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.