LINGUIST List 22.4001 Thu Oct 13 2011 Jobs: Russian; Language Teaching & Acquisition: Lecturer, U of Waterloo 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.     James Skidmore , Russian; Language Teaching and Acquisition: Lecturer, University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada Message 1: Russian; Language Teaching and Acquisition: Lecturer, University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada Date: 12-Oct-2011 From: James Skidmore <skidmoreuwaterloo.ca> Subject: Russian; Language Teaching and Acquisition: Lecturer, University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: University of Waterloo Department: Germanic and Slavic Studies Job Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada Web Address: http://germanicandslavic.uwaterloo.ca Job Rank: Lecturer Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition Required Language(s): Russian (rus) Description: The Department of Germanic and Slavic Studies at the University of Waterloo is accepting applications for the position of Lecturer (limited term appointment of two years, possibly renewable for a two-year period) in Russian with a specialization in language teaching and acquisition. The successful candidate will preferably have a PhD in hand by the time the appointment begins on 1 September 2012. Duties include teaching at the undergraduate level and a leading role in program development (specifically language studies for elementary, intermediate, and advanced learners of Russian, and cultural studies courses taught in English). An ability and interest in online course development is an asset as is the ability to teach other Slavic languages. Russian studies at the University of Waterloo are undergoing a period of redevelopment following the retirement of core faculty members. The Department of Germanic and Slavic Studies also offers programs leading to the BA, MA, and PhD in German and courses in Dutch, Croatian, and Polish, applied language studies, and visual studies. The University of Waterloo, rated the most innovative university in Canada for many years running, is located in one of the fastest growing regions of the country. Salary range commensurate with qualifications and experience. The closing date for applications is 30 November 2011. Applications, including a cover letter, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching ability and innovation, and letters from three referees, should be sent in electronic format only directly to Dr. James M. Skidmore at the email address below. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Waterloo encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including women, members of visible minorities, native peoples, and persons with disabilities. Application Deadline: 30-Nov-2011 Email Address for Applications: skidmoreuwaterloo.ca Contact Information: Dr. James Skidmore Email: skidmoreuwaterloo.ca Phone: 519-888-4567 x33687 Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 13-Oct-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.