LINGUIST List 22.4125 Fri Oct 21 2011 Jobs: Applied Ling; Lang Acquisition: Asst Prof, University of Texas 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.     College of Arts and Humanities Dean's Office , Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition: Asst Prof, University of Texas - Pan American, TX, USA Message 1: Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition: Asst Prof, University of Texas - Pan American, TX, USA Date: 20-Oct-2011 From: College of Arts and Humanities Dean's Office <coahutpa.edu> Subject: Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition: Asst Prof, University of Texas - Pan American, TX, USA E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: University of Texas - Pan American Department: College of Arts and Humanities, English Job Location: Texas, USA Web Address: http://www.utpa.edu/dept/english Job Rank: Assistant Professor Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition Description: The University of Texas-Pan American Assistant Professor (F11/12-016) The University of Texas - Pan American (UTPA) English Department seeks an Assistant Professor - Applied Linguistics for graduate and undergraduate programs in English as a second language, applied linguistics, linguistics, and language studies. Position begins in Fall 2012. Required: PhD in Applied Linguistics or closely related field required by August 2012, demonstrated evidence of and potential for continuing scholarship in an applied area of linguistics and interest in program development. Graduate coursework in theoretical and applied areas of linguistics. Position begins in Fall 2012. Preferred: applied emphasis in second language acquisition theory and practice and/or theoretical emphasis in phonology, semantics/pragmatics or syntax as applied to linguistics courses; experience working with minority students, teaching ESL, developmental writing and/or reading; interest in distance learning, web-based and computer assisted instruction. Applications are invited from candidates with strong records and potential as teachers and scholars. We are looking for a colleague with an interest in and enthusiasm for developing new programs and curricula in a rapidly growing and expanding department. To apply send: Letter of Interest and curriculum vitae. After initial consideration, additional documents will be required including official transcripts of all university degrees, names of three references, and sample of published/presented scholarly work. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Review of applications will begin November 1st, 2011. Send materials to the application address below. Screening of applications will begin immediately. Position open until filled. For the complete ad, see http://portal.utpa.edu/utpa_main/dba_home/hr_home/hr_empopp For more information about our department please visit our website: (http://www.utpa.edu/dept/english). Note: UTPA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, and qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. This position is security-sensitive as defined by Texas Government Code 411.09 (a) (2). All UTPA employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC)Texas law requires faculty members whose primary language is not English to demonstrate proficiency in English as determined by a satisfactory paper-based test score of 500 (computer-based of 173 or internet-based of 61) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a satisfactory test score of 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Application Deadline: (Open until filled) Mailing Address for Applications: UTPA, College of Arts and Humanities Dean's Office CAS # 334, Applied Linguistics Search 1201 W. University Drive Edinburg, TX 78539 USA Contact Information: College of Arts and Humanities Dean's Office Email: coahutpa.edu Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 21-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.