LINGUIST List 21.5111 Thu Dec 16 2010 Jobs: English & General Linguistics: Chair, Eastern Michigan University Editor for this issue: Elyssa Winzeler <elyssalinguistlist.org> New! Visit LL's Multitree project for over 1000 trees dynamically generated from scholarly hypotheses about language relationships:             http://multitree.linguistlist.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.     Linda Pritchard , English & General Linguistics: Chair, Eastern Michigan University, Michigan, USA Message 1: English & General Linguistics: Chair, Eastern Michigan University, Michigan, USA Date: 16-Dec-2010 From: Linda Pritchard <lpritchar1emich.edu> Subject: English & General Linguistics: Chair, Eastern Michigan University, Michigan, USA E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: Eastern Michigan University Department: Department of English Language and Literature Job Location: Michigan, USA Web Address: http://www.emich.edu/english/ Job Rank: Chair of Department Specialty Areas: General Linguistics Required Language(s): English (eng) Description: The Department of English Language and Literature seeks a full-time Department Head for a permanent administrative appointment carrying the rank of tenured full professor beginning in July or August of 2011. Primary responsibilities include program maintenance and development, faculty evaluation and development, assessment, recruitment, and budget management. The Department Head will work closely with the department's various committees, advocate for the department at the college and university levels, and work closely with faculty to secure both internal and external resources. The teaching load is one course per year. The ideal candidate will have a record of teaching, scholarship, and service appropriate for a full professor; evidence of successful administrative experience; and proven leadership and communication skills. PhD or equivalent required. This candidate will demonstrate vision, the ability to be a strong advocate for all departmental programs, and commitment to both students and faculty. The Department of English Language and Literature has fifty tenured and tenure-track faculty, a large contingent of full and part-time lecturers, graduate assistants, an administrative staff, and a proven history of congenial and collaborative work. The department offers programs in children's literature, creative writing, English education, journalism, linguistics, literature, public relations, and written communication. It also maintains a strong commitment to general education (please see the department website URL listed above). The Department is closely related with the Institute for Language information and Technology (http://linguistlist.org/ilit/), which hosts The LINGUIST List organization (http://linguistlist.org/). Eastern Michigan University is located in the heart of culturally-rich southeastern Michigan, ten minutes from Ann Arbor and forty-five minutes from major towns and cities such as Toledo and Detroit. All applications must be submitted online at the application website listed below - Posting APA1107E. (https://www.emujobs.com/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1292555324993) Application materials should include a letter of application, CV, statement of administrative philosophy (500 words maximum) and the names and contact information of four references. Review of applications will begin January 20, 2011 and continue until the position is filled. Please direct inquiries to Dr. Linda Pritchard at the application email listed below. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply. EMU faculty belong to the AAUP. Department Heads participate on the administrative side of collective bargaining. Application Deadline: Open until filled. Email Address for Applications: lpritchar1emich.edu Web Address for Applications: http://www.emujobs.com Contact Information: Linda Pritchard Email: lpritchar1emich.edu New! 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