LINGUIST List 22.4069 Tue Oct 18 2011 Jobs: Arabic Language; Asst Prof, Michigan State University Editor for this issue: Kristen Dunkinson <kristenlinguistlist.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.     TALISHA WINSTON , Arabic Language Learning and Teaching: Asst Prof, Michigan State University, MI, USA Message 1: Arabic Language Learning and Teaching: Asst Prof, Michigan State University, MI, USA Date: 18-Oct-2011 From: TALISHA WINSTON <revierewmsu.edu> Subject: Arabic Language Learning and Teaching: Asst Prof, Michigan State University, MI, USA E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: Michigan State University Department: Linguistics and Germanic, Slavic, Asian, and Afri Job Location: Michigan, USA Web Address: http://linglang.msu.edu/ Job Rank: Assistant Professor Specialty Areas: Arabic Language Learning and Teaching Required Language(s): Arabic, Standard (arb) Description: Michigan State University seeks to fill a tenured or tenure system position in Arabic language learning and teaching. This person will provide strong leadership as the Academic Director of the Arabic Language Flagship Program in the Department of Linguistics and Germanic, Slavic, Asian and African Languages in the College of Arts & Letters beginning August 16, 2012. Rank and salary are open. PhD required. We seek candidates with primary interests and experience in the teaching and learning of Arabic language and culture. The successful candidate will benefit from a supportive language community that includes the Center for Language Teaching Advancement, strong Second Language Studies doctoral program, world-renowned study abroad initiatives and the MSU Muslim Studies Center. We welcome applicants whose research would especially benefit from collaborative opportunities in an interdisciplinary work environment. Teaching responsibilities will include Arabic language and culture courses in the Arabic Program, was well as an integrated Arts and Humanities course on Arabic culture. Applicants should submit: updated CV, writing sample, statement of research interests, statement of teaching philosophy and names of potential referees. Review of applications will begin October 28, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled. Please send all materials to the application address below. All applications for this position must be submitted electronically at the Michigan State Human Resources website http://jobs.msu.edu/ MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities. Application Deadline: (Open until filled) Mailing Address for Applications: Dr. Thomas Lovik Arabic Language Teaching Position Department of Linguistics and Languages A-614 Wells Hall East Lansing, MI 48824-1027 USA Email Address for Applications: revierewmsu.edu Web Address for Applications: http://jobs.msu.edu/ Contact Information: TALISHA WINSTON Email: revierewmsu.edu Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 18-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.