LINGUIST List 22.4232 Thu Oct 27 2011 Jobs: English; Text/Corpus Ling: Asst/Assoc Prof, American U of Cairo 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.     Amira Agameya , English; Text/Corpus Linguistics; Computer-Assisted Language Learning: Assistant/Associate Professor, The American University in Cairo, Egypt Message 1: English; Text/Corpus Linguistics; Computer-Assisted Language Learning: Assistant/Associate Professor, The American University in Cairo, Egypt Date: 26-Oct-2011 From: Amira Agameya <aagameyaaucegypt.edu> Subject: English; Text/Corpus Linguistics; Computer-Assisted Language Learning: Assistant/Associate Professor, The American University in Cairo, Egypt E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: The American University in Cairo Department: Teaching English as a Foreign Language Job Location: Cairo, Egypt Web Address: http://www.aucegypt.edu Job Rank: Asst/Assoc Professor Specialty Areas: Text/Corpus Linguistics; Computer-Assisted Language Learning Required Language(s): English (eng) Description: The MA in TEFL Program at the American University in Cairo anticipates one opening for a specialist to teach and do research in the areas of Corpus Linguistics and Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL). Secondary focus would also be desirable in any of the following areas: sociolinguistics with a cross-linguistic emphasis, second language acquisition, intercultural communication, and in any of the traditional ESL skill areas. Experience or interest in community-based learning and/or online learning would also be an asset. The position primarily involves teaching in the MA in TEFL program, and maintaining an active research agenda. Requirements: A Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics is required. Successful candidates should have an ongoing program of research and a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching. It would be strongly desirable for the candidate to have experience teaching in an MA-level TESOL program. Responsibilities include graduate and possibly some undergraduate teaching, supervising master's theses, maintaining an active program of research and publications, and service to the Department and the University. Priority will be given to applications received by January 15, 2012. Position is open until filled. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by videoconference beginning in February 2012. Additional Information: The position is at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor and is tenure track with initial three-year (renewable) appointment subject to mutual agreement. It will begin in September 2012. Renewal of an appointment depends upon institutional needs and the appointee's performance. Application Instructions: All applicants must submit the following documents online: a) a current C.V; b) List names & contact information of at least three references familiar with your professional background; c) a letter of interest; d) a statement of teaching philosophy; e) a completed AUC Personal Information Form (PIF); (f) a copy of a recently published article or manuscript chapter in progress; and Note: Please remember your account login enables you to respond to AUC additional questions (if required). Application Deadline: 15-Jan-2012 (Open until filled) Web Address for Applications: http://aucegypt.interviewexchange.com Contact Information: Dr. Amira Agameya Email: aagameyaaucegypt.edu Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 27-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.