LINGUIST List 22.4287 Sat Oct 29 2011 Jobs: Chinese Language and Culture: Rank Open, Michigan State U 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.     Talisha Winston , Chinese Language and Culture: Rank Open, Michigan State University, USA Message 1: Chinese Language and Culture: Rank Open, Michigan State University, USA Date: 28-Oct-2011 From: Talisha Winston <revierewmsu.edu> Subject: Chinese Language and Culture: Rank Open, Michigan State University, USA E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: Michigan State University Department: Linguistics and Germanic, Slavic, Asian, & African Languages Job Location: Michigan, USA Web Address: http://linglang.msu.edu/ Job Rank: Rank Open Specialty Areas: Chinese Language and Culture Required Language(s): Chinese, Mandarin (cmn) Description: Michigan State University, a leader in global education is pleased to invite applications (open rank) for our growing Chinese language and culture program. The ideal candidate will provide strong, innovative leadership for the Chinese 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 commensurate with experience. PhD required. We seek a dynamic faculty member with primary interests and extensive experience in the teaching and learning of Chinese culture with a commitment to innovative language study. Experience with a variety of teaching methods and curricular perspectives is desirable. The successful candidate will benefit from a rich supportive language and culture community that includes the Center for Language Teaching Advancement, a strong Second Language Studies doctoral program, world-renowned study abroad initiatives, a wide variety of cross-disciplinary initiatives led by MSU's Office of China Programs, a Confucius Institute in the College of Education, and the Asian Studies Center. We welcome applicants whose research would especially benefit from collaborative opportunities in an interdisciplinary work environment and who have a good record of obtaining external funding. Strong interest in fostering collaborative opportunities and strategic partnerships with key Chinese research and educational institutions as well as an interest in building cultural, economic and civic bridges between China and the State of Michigan is expected. Teaching responsibilities will include Chinese language and culture courses in the Chinese Program, as well as Integrated Arts and Humanities or Global Studies courses on Chinese or Asian culture in the global context. Applicants should submit: a current CV, writing sample, statement of research interests, statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of reference. Applicants who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents must provide documentation evidencing employment authorization in the United States. Review of applications will begin November 7, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled. In addition to applying online, send all materials to the application address below. Persons with disabilities have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodation. All applications for this positions (#5366) must be submitted electronically at the Michigan State Human Resources website, see application URL below. 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: 07-Nov-2011 (Open until filled) Mailing Address for Applications: Thomas Lovik Chinese Language Teaching Position Department of Linguistics and Germanic, Slavic, Asian and African Languages A-614 Wells Hall, Michigan State University East Lansing, MI 48824-1027 USA Web Address for Applications: http://jobs.msu.edu/ Contact Information: Talisha Winston Email: revierewmsu.edu Phone: 517 353-0740 Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 29-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.