LINGUIST List 22.3616 Fri Sep 16 2011 Jobs: Second Language Acquisition: Assistant Professor, U of Kansas 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.     Alison Gabriele , Second Language Acquisition: Assistant Professor, University of Kansas, USA Message 1: Second Language Acquisition: Assistant Professor, University of Kansas, USA Date: 14-Sep-2011 From: Alison Gabriele <gabrieleku.edu> Subject: Second Language Acquisition: Assistant Professor, University of Kansas, USA E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: University of Kansas Department: Linguistics Job Location: Kansas, USA Web Address: http://www.linguistics.ku.edu/ Job Rank: Assistant Professor Specialty Areas: Language Acquisition Description: The Linguistics Department at the University of Kansas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Second Language Acquisition/Bilingualism expected to begin as early as August 18, 2012. A Ph.D. or ABD in Linguistics or a closely related field with a specialization in second language acquisition/bilingualism is expected by the start date of appointment. The successful candidate will have a strong record of research which is informed by linguistic theory, demonstrate excellence in teaching, and show potential for external funding. Responsibilities will include maintaining an active research program, supervising graduate and undergraduate research, teaching courses in second language acquisition, bilingualism, and other courses in linguistics, and contributing to departmental governance. We seek applicants whose interests and experience intersect with existing research in the department. For a complete list of requirements and to apply online, go to the application URL below and search for position number 00003491. Please upload a cover letter outlining interest in and qualifications for the position, a research statement, a teaching statement, a list of references, and a curriculum vitae. Please include a phone number and e-mail address. Applicants should also mail sample publications to the address below. The applicant should arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent to the same address. First priority will be given to applications received by December 1, 2011. The initial review of applications will begin in early December, 2011 and will continue as long as needed to identify a qualified applicant pool. EO/AA Employer. The University of Kansas is especially interested in hiring faculty members who can contribute to four key campus-wide strategic initiatives: (1) Sustaining the Planet, Powering the World; (2) Promoting Well-Being, Finding Cures; (3) Harnessing Information, Multiplying Knowledge; and (4) Building Communities, Expanding Opportunities. See http://www.provost.ku.edu/planning/themes/ for more information. Application Deadline: 01-Dec-2011 (Open until filled) Mailing Address for Applications: Professor Alison Gabriele (SLA Search) Department of Linguistics 1541 Lilac Lane, Blake Hall 427 The University of Kansas Lawrence, KS 66044 USA Web Address for Applications: http://jobs.ku.edu Contact Information: Prof. Alison Gabriele Email: gabrieleku.edu Phone: 785-864-1014 Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 16-Sep-2011       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.