Position in Sociolinguistics available

[Randy LaPolla]

Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Assistant Professor in Linguistics and Multilingual Studies
 The School of Humanities and Social Sciences at the Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, invites applications for a full-time tenure-track appointment as Assistant Professor in the Division of Linguistics and Multilingual Studies, with specialization in Sociolinguistics. While the research specialization within Sociolinguistics is open, preference would be given to candidates who work in Interactional Sociolinguistics. This position is newly created as part of the School’s strategic initiative to build selected areas of strength into centres of teaching and research excellence. Candidates should have a Ph.D., and demonstrate a commitment to excellence in research as well as teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Currently, the division has a strength of thirteen full-time faculty members, several part-time lecturers and tutors, four postdoctoral fellows, and about ten Ph.D. students. As one of the youngest divisions in the School, Linguistics and Multilingual Studies has been making rapid progress in all aspects of its work, including the development of programmes of study and new areas of research. For more information about the School and the Division, please visit the following website: http://linguistics.hss.ntu.edu.sg/Pages/default.aspx
NTU is a research university committed to providing a comprehensive educational experience in a multicultural environment. It offers competitive annual salaries, strong research support, and is committed to nurturing faculty development.
To apply, please refer to the Guidelines for Submitting an Application for Faculty Appointment (http://www.ntu.edu.sg/ohr/Career/SubmitApplications/Pages/Faculty.aspx), and send your application letter, curriculum vitae (including records of competitive grants and graduate supervision, if any), teaching statement, research statement, writing samples, and the names and contact details of at least three referees to:
Chair, Search Committee
C/O Head, Division of Linguistics and Multilingual Studies
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Nanyang Technological University
14 Nanyang Drive, Singapore 637332
 Email: H-LMS at ntu.edu.sg
 
Applications sent via email should include a reference to “Assistant Professor in Sociolinguistics, LMS” in the subject line.
Enquiries about the position can be addressed Associate Professor Francesco Cavallaro at CFCavallaro at ntu.edu.sg .

Closing Date: 28 February 2013. Review of the application will commence after the closing date and will continue until the position is filled.