LINGUIST List 22.703 Fri Feb 11 2011 Jobs: Syntax: Assistant Professor, Sogang University 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.     Seoyoung Chae , Syntax: Assistant Professor, Sogang University, Seoul, South Korea Message 1: Syntax: Assistant Professor, Sogang University, Seoul, South Korea Date: 11-Feb-2011 From: Seoyoung Chae <chaesysogang.ac.kr> Subject: Syntax: Assistant Professor, Sogang University, Seoul, South Korea E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: Sogang University Department: English Language and Literature Job Location: Seoul, Korea, South Web Address: http://english.sogang.ac.kr/ Job Rank: Assistant Professor Specialty Areas: Syntax Description: Syntax: Assistant Professor, Tenure Track Sogang University (Seoul, South Korea) Employer: Department of English Literature and Linguistics Sogang University is one of the premier universities in Seoul, Korea. The undergraduate students are within top 5-10% in Korean SAT score. 1. Candidates should be a non-Korean citizen for this particular position (Near)-Native English proficiency required. 2. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree by the date of hire, September 1, 2011. 3. Candidates should be able to publish in international journals in the area of syntax. 4. The appointee will (a) teach two courses of relevant areas to undergraduate and graduate students per semester, (b) supervise projects and theses of MA and PhD students, (c) develop research in his/her areas of expertise, and (d) undertake administrative duties. Benefits: 1. Salary is internationally competitive, commensurate with qualifications and research and teaching experiences. Annual salary ranges 51,000-58,000 US dollars (Income tax is about 15% in Korea) commensurate with experience and expertise. 2. Comprehensive fringe benefits include bonuses, research grants, pension, ample support for research activities, and subsidized medical insurance. 3. Housing benefit of a studio apartment is subsidized for one year. Procedures: 1. The on-line application forms will be available at the application URL below and should be filled out and submitted on-line from Feb 24, 2011 to Mar 10, 2011. 2. Candidates should submit academic transcripts, a list of courses taught, and three letters of recommendation to the application email address below by March 10, 2011. Application Deadline: 10-Mar-2011 Mailing Address for Applications: Office of Academic Affairs Sogang University Seoul 121-742 Korea, South Email Address for Applications: acaficesogang.ac.kr Web Address for Applications: http://profapply.sogang.ac.kr/english Contact Information: Department Chair Seoyoung Chae Email: chaesysogang.ac.kr Phone: 82-2-705-8809 Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 11-Feb-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.