LINGUIST List 26.4516
Tue Oct 13 2015
Jobs: Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition: Assistant Professor, University of Hawai'i
Editor for this issue: Andrew Lamont <alamontlinguistlist.org>
Date: 12-Oct-2015
From: Graham Crookes <slschair
hawaii.edu>
Subject: Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition: Assistant Professor, University of Hawai'i, Hawai'i, USA
E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: University of Hawai'i
Department: Second Language Studies
Job Location: Hawaii, USA
Web Address:
http://workatuh.hawaii.edu/Jobs/NAdvert/21929/3499612/1/postdate/desc Job Title: Assistant Professor (Second Language Studies)
Job Rank: Assistant Professor
Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition
Description:
Assistant Professor, with specialization in second language acquisition and multilingual learning and development in social settings (position number 84186), University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, College of Languages, Linguistics and Literature, full-time, tenure track, to begin August 1, 2016. The Department of Second Language Studies offers a BA, an MA and a PhD in Second Language Studies as well as an Advanced Graduate Certificate. The University of Hawai‘i is a Carnegie "very high research activity university" with a strong orientation to the Asia-Pacific region. The University supports interdisciplinary initiatives within and across departments and colleges, and places high value on extramural funding. It also values research that addresses locally-relevant issues and local populations in Hawai‘i.
Duties and responsibilities: The successful applicant will teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including in the area of second language acquisition and multilingual learning and development in social settings, mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and engage in research and service.
Of particular interest are applicants whose research focuses on language learning and development across the lifespan, in multilingual populations such as (but not limited to) immigrants and heritage language learners.
Minimum qualifications: Applicants must be ABD at time of application; have a PhD in second language studies, applied linguistics, or closely related field from a college or university of recognized standing by July 31, 2016; have demonstrated ability to conduct research in the applicant's specialization, as evidenced by publication, and demonstrated ability as a teacher.
Annual 9-month salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Range: $65,000 to $69,000
To apply: Send cover letter summarizing research and teaching interests and experience, including the names and contact information of three referees, as well as a CV, a research statement, a statement of teaching philosophy, and transcripts (copies acceptable at time of application, however, original transcripts required upon hire) all as a single pdf document. In addition, send no more than three sample publications as pdf documents. All application materials should be sent as email attachments to the application email address below. All requested documents/information become the property of the University of Hawaii. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Failure to submit all required documents shall deem an application to be incomplete.
E-mail inquiries: Dr. Graham Crookes, Chair, Search Committee (email below)
Continuous recruitment; date of initial screening: December 1, 2015
Refer to the website below.
Application Deadline: (Open until filled)
Email Address for Applications: slschair
hawaii.edu
Web Address for Applications:
http://workatuh.hawaii.edu/Jobs/NAdvert/21929/3499612/1/postdate/desc Contact Information:
Dr. Graham Crookes
Email: slschair
hawaii.edu
Page Updated: 13-Oct-2015