LINGUIST List 26.1261
Fri Mar 06 2015
Jobs: English; Applied Linguistics: Assistant Professor, Nanyang Technological University
Editor for this issue: Andrew Lamont <alamontlinguistlist.org>
Date: 04-Mar-2015
From: Kingsley Bolton <kbolton
ntu.edu.sg>
Subject: English; Applied Linguistics: Assistant Professor, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: Nanyang Technological University
Department: School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Job Location: Singapore, Singapore
Web Address:
http://www.ntu.edu.sg Job Title: Assistant Professor in Language and Communication
Job Rank: Assistant Professor
Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics
Required Language(s):
English (eng) Description:
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Nanyang Technological University
Assistant Professor in Language and Communication
Candidates should possess a Ph.D. in English Linguistics, Applied English Linguistics, English for Academic Purposes, Technical Communication, or a similar subject, with a strong research agenda. Candidates with teaching and research experience in at least one of the following areas are welcome to apply:
(i) teaching of English for Academic Purposes
(ii) e-learning and web-based (or ‘blended’) learning programmes
(iii) teaching of research writing for Ph.D. theses and publications at the postgraduate level
Documented experience of teaching in such areas at tertiary level is also an important requirement.
The successful candidate will assist in the design and implementation of courses in discipline-specific English and Technical Communication for students in various Schools and Colleges across the University, including the College of Engineering, the College of Science, and the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. He or she will also be expected to carry out research and to publish in leading journals in the field, as well as providing leadership in developing the activities of the Centre. This position offers an exciting opportunity to join a research-oriented university language centre which is now
establishing itself as a leading centre for teaching and research in the Asian region.
Emoluments and General Terms and Conditions of Service
The salary will be very competitive and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package. Information on emoluments and general terms and conditions of service is available in the section on Terms and Conditions of Service for Academic Appointments.
Application Procedure
To apply, please refer to the Guidelines for Submitting an Application for Faculty Appointment (link below) and email your application package (consisting of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, personal particulars form, teaching and research statements, three selected reprint/preprints of publications, and the names and email addresses of three potential referees) to the application email below.
Applications may also be submitted by regular mail to the address below.
Enquiries about the position may be addressed to Head, Language and Communication Centre Professor Kingsley Bolton (email below).
Closing date of applications: 31 May 2015
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Application Deadline: 31-May-2015
Head, Language and Communication Centre
School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University
14 Nanyang Drive, #02-19
637332
Singapore
Email Address for Applications: D-LCC
ntu.edu.sg
Web Address for Applications:
http://www.ntu.edu.sg/ohr/career/submit-an-application/Pages/Faculty-Positions.aspx Contact Information:
Professor Kingsley Bolton
Email: kbolton
ntu.edu.sg
Page Updated: 06-Mar-2015