Job Announcement: University of Arizona
Chinese, Mandarin; Applied Linguistics: Assistant Professor, University of Arizona, Arizona, USA
| Employer: |
University of Arizona
Department of East Asian Studies http://eas.arizona.edu |
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| Job Location: | Arizona, USA | ||
| Rank or Title: |
Assistant Professor |
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| Linguistic Field(s): |
Applied Linguistics
Language Acquisition |
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| Language Specialty: | Chinese, Mandarin | ||
| LL Issue: | 23.4766 | ||
| Date Posted: | 14-Nov-2012 | ||
| Job Description: |
The Department of East Asian Studies seeks an assistant professor with expertise in Chinese language acquisition and pedagogy for a tenure-track position. The successful candidate will be able to develop courses, teach, and conduct research in the areas of second language acquisition and Chinese language pedagogy. Required Qualifications include: a PhD in Chinese applied linguistics, language pedagogy, second language acquisition, educational linguistics, foreign language education or a related field by August 1, 2013; evidence of an ongoing research program and level of publication consistent with experience; evidence of successful college/university teaching; ability to teach undergraduate and graduate East Asian Studies degree courses; native or near-native fluency in Mandarin Chinese. Scholars who have an interest in the use of technology and social media in Chinese language training are particularly encouraged to apply. The teaching workload is 2 courses per semester. The successful candidate must be able to teach undergraduate and graduate East Asian Studies degree courses. The candidate is also expected to maintain an active research agenda in the areas of second language acquisition and Chinese language pedagogy. Members of the Department of East Asian Studies are committed to excellence in teaching and research and the College of Humanities is proud of the accomplishments of our faculty, students, and graduates. The College of Humanities fosters an open and diverse environment where faculty and students engage in both broad and in-depth research, artistic creativity, humanistic inquiry, transcultural learning, and community involvement. The College is committed to supporting world-class research, as well as sustaining excellent undergraduate and graduate education designed to equip graduates for meaningful work and life-long contributions to society. For more information about the department, please visit our website: http://eas.arizona.edu This is a full-time and benefits-eligible position that will begin in fall 2013. Review of applications will begin on December 10, 2012, and will continue until the position is filled. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, the University of Arizona encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. More information about the benefits of working at the University of Arizona can be found at www.whyUA.com. The University of Arizona is an EEO/AA – M/W/D/V Employer. To apply, please visit the application website below. |
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| Application Deadline: | Open until filled | ||
| Application URL: | https://www.uacareertrack.com/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1352939197531 | ||
| Contact Information: |
Stacey
Young
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