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To post to LINGUIST, use our convenient web form at http://linguistlist.org/posttolinguist.cfm Directory         1.     Kenneth Sassaman , Anthropological Linguistics: Assistant/Associate Professor, University of Florida, FL, USA Message 1: Anthropological Linguistics: Assistant/Associate Professor, University of Florida, FL, USA Date: 02-Dec-2010 From: Kenneth Sassaman <anthro-searchufl.edu> Subject: Anthropological Linguistics: Assistant/Associate Professor, University of Florida, FL, USA E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: University of Florida Department: Anthropology Job Location: Florida, USA Web Address: http://www.anthro.ufl.edu Job Rank: Asst/Assoc Professor Specialty Areas: Anthropological Linguistics Description: The University of Florida Department of Anthropology enthusiastically announces a search for an endowed position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor specializing in southeastern U.S. Native American languages. The Elling Eide Endowed Professorship in Miccosukee Language and Culture supports research and professional activities related to Miccosukee, Muskogee, and associated languages. Candidates must have established research in southeastern U.S. Native American languages and cultures, with possible specializations including but not limited to language documentation, language planning, language revitalization, and training. Community involvement is highly desirable, as is interest in endangered languages and cultures. A Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment, August 16, 2011. Applicants should have an excellent record of funded research, publications, as well as experience and demonstrable enthusiasm for teaching and mentoring both undergraduate and graduate students. The successful candidate will work closely with the Department of Linguistics and other appropriate units on campus. Teaching expectations include Language and Culture at the undergraduate and graduate levels, courses on topics relevant to the study of endangered languages and cultures, courses on southeastern U.S. Native communities, and courses in the candidate's area of specialization. In addition, the candidate is expected to maintain a vigorous research program, including pursuing external funding, regularly publishing research results, and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students. Endowment funds are available for program building and to support research of the candidate. Salary is competitive and negotiable. The University of Florida Anthropology Department has 27 faculty members, 170 graduate students, and is an interdisciplinary unit within a University of over 49,000 students. Application must include a letter detailing research and teaching interests and accomplishments, a current CV, and the names, addresses (including email), and telephone numbers of four references. Electronic submission of application materials should be directed to Eide Professor of Linguistic Anthropology, Reference # 00008307 and sent to application email below. If necessary, paper applications should be sent to the address below. After submitting the application package, candidates must complete an online data card at the application URL below. The closing date for receiving applications is January 3, 2011. The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. Minorities, women, and those from other underserved groups are encouraged to apply. Applicants who will be attending the AAA or LSA meetings are encouraged to meet with UF faculty for further information. Application Deadline: 03-Jan-2011 Mailing Address for Applications: Eide Professor of Linguistic Anthropology Search Committee Department of Anthropology University of Florida P.O. Box 117305 Gainesville, FL 32611-7305 USA Email Address for Applications: anthro-searchufl.edu Web Address for Applications: http://www.hr.ufl.edu/job/datacard.htm Contact Information: Dr. Kenneth Sassaman Email: anthro-searchufl.edu Phone: 352-392-2253 Fax: 352-392-6929 Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 03-Dec-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.