LINGUIST List 22.4267 Fri Oct 28 2011 Jobs: Anthropological Linguistics: Asst Prof, U of Alaska Anchorage 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.     David Bowie , Anthropological Linguistics: Assistant Professor, University of Alaska Anchorage, USA Message 1: Anthropological Linguistics: Assistant Professor, University of Alaska Anchorage, USA Date: 26-Oct-2011 From: David Bowie <david.bowieuaa.alaska.edu> Subject: Anthropological Linguistics: Assistant Professor, University of Alaska Anchorage, USA E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: University of Alaska Anchorage Department: English and Anthropology (Joint Appointment) Job Location: Alaska, USA Web Address: http://www.uaa.alaska.edu Job Rank: Assistant Professor Specialty Areas: Anthropological Linguistics Description: The Departments of English and Anthropology at the University of Alaska Anchorage invite applications for a joint tenure-track assistant professor position in anthropological linguistics, beginning August 2012. The position requires a PhD in anthropology, English, linguistics, or a related discipline by 1 July 2012. Academic concentration must be in anthropological linguistics, linguistic anthropology, or a very closely allied subfield. We seek someone with a record of ethnographic fieldwork, broadly defined, who is capable of teaching courses in linguistics and anthropology at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Geographical area of expertise is open, but candidates with a research agenda involving the circumpolar or northern Pacific Rim regions are particularly encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate's application will demonstrate a record of or commitment to research involving indigenous peoples. The position is a tripartite appointment that will involve teaching two courses in the Department of English and one in the Department of Anthropology each semester; maintaining an active research program in the field of specialization; and providing service to the departments, university, and community. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop new courses for both departments, and candidates are invited to address this in their cover letter. Please apply electronically at the application URL below. Be prepared to attach a cover letter detailing your qualifications for the position, a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests (including a description of your approach to linguistics), a writing sample (not to exceed 30 pages), a teaching portfolio (including a statement of teaching philosophy, a sample syllabus, and a sample assignment outline), and the names and contact information for three professional references. Please arrange to send hard copies of transcripts and three recommendation letters directly to Dr. David Bowie at the application address below. Review of applications will begin immediately, but screening will continue until the position is filled, with applications received by 1 December 2011 receiving fullest consideration. UAA is an AA/EO Employer and Educational Institution. Applicant must be eligible for employment under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 and subsequent amendments. Your application for employment with UAA is subject to public disclosure. Application Deadline: 01-Dec-2011 (Open until filled) Mailing Address for Applications: Dr. David Bowie, Chair English/Anthropology Joint Search Committee Department of English, 3211 Providence Drive Anchorage, AK 99508-4614 USA Web Address for Applications: http://www.uakjobs.com/ Contact Information: David Bowie Email: david.bowieuaa.alaska.edu Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 28-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.