LINGUIST List 26.4287

Wed Sep 30 2015

Jobs: Languages of Asia/Africa; Discourse Analysis; General Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Language Contact; Multilingualism; Sociolinguistics; Translation: Lecturer, SOAS, University of London

Editor for this issue: Andrew Lamont <alamontlinguistlist.org>


Date: 29-Sep-2015
From: Irina Nikolaeva <in3soas.ac.uk>
Subject: Languages of Asia/Africa; Discourse Analysis; General Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Language Contact; Multilingualism; Sociolinguistics; Translation: Lecturer, SOAS, University of London, London, United Kingdom
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University or Organization: SOAS, University of London
Department: Linguistics
Job Location: London, United Kingdom
Web Address: http://www.soas.ac.uk/linguistics/
Job Title: Lecturer in Linguistics and Languages of Asia and Africa

Job Rank: Lecturer

Specialty Areas: Discourse Analysis; General Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Sociolinguistics; Translation; Languages of Asia/Africa; Language Contact; Multilingualism


Description:

We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Linguistics and the Languages of Asia/Africa/Middle East whose duties will be in teaching, research, and administration. Expertise in language contact and/or multilingualism and/or language acquisition/socialisation and/or discourse analysis and/or translation theory is essential. The position is fixed term and is available for 2 years commencing on 1st September 2016.

Teaching duties will involve convening and teaching at the under- and postgraduate level, with contributions in teaching, course- and programme development to the existing BA and MA programmes in the department, in particular to BA Linguistics, MA Linguistics, MA Applied Linguistics and Language Pedagogy, MA Language Documentation and Description, MA Translation Studies, and BA English. A willingness to be involved in the development of a new portfolio of courses and degree programmes is vital.

Applicants should hold a PhD in Linguistics or related discipline. Their research should focus on at least one language of Asia, Africa or Near and Middle East. Also required are the ability to supervise MA students, a strong research background as evidenced by an excellent publication record, and a strong record of teaching experience. Excellent written and oral communication skills, an ability to work independently in an organised and methodical manner, and strong teamwork and interpersonal skills are essential. The appointee will be expected to work closely with staff and students in the Department of Linguistics. For informal inquiries please contact Prof. Irina Nikolaeva (email below).

To apply for this vacancy or download a job description/further information, please visit the application website below. No agencies.

Closing date: 1st November 2015

Completed applications must be received by 23:59 on the closing date to be considered.

Interviews provisionally scheduled for week commencing: 30th November 2015

Equality Challenge Unit, Gender Equality Charter Mark: Bronze award holder. Addressing gender inequalities and imbalance in the arts, humanities and social sciences.

SOAS values diversity and aims to be an equal opportunities employer.

Application Deadline: 01-Nov-2015

Web Address for Applications: http://www.soas.ac.uk/jobs
Contact Information:
Prof. Irina Nikolaeva
Email: in3soas.ac.uk

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