[HERITAGE-LIST] Job: Assistant Professor in Spanish Linguistics, Cal Poly Pomona -- DEADLINE 3 DECEMBER

[Scott G. McGINNIS]

California State Polytechnical University, Pomona 

TENURE TRACK FACULTY POSITION 

The English & Foreign Languages Department at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly Pomona) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Spanish Linguistics or Spanish Applied Linguistics to begin Fall 2008. 

The Position: Ideal candidates will be well qualified to teach undergraduate classes in Spanish morphology, syntax, phonology, and historical and applied linguistics.  They will teach elementary, intermediate and advanced Spanish courses for both Spanish heritage and multilingual speakers.    Candidates will be dedicated to undergraduate teaching in a diverse, student-centered academic environment, and strong interest in developing a teaching credential program. The position requires excellence in teaching and advising, professional and scholarly achievements, and service to the university.   Faculty generally teach three courses per quarter. After initial interviews, finalists will be invited to campus to offer a scholarly presentation to the department and to conduct a teaching demonstration. The EFL Department offers the major and minor in Spanish and English, the M.A. in English, and the minor in French. 

Minimum Qualifications: 
-Ph.D. in Spanish Linguistics or Spanish Applied Linguistics from an accredited university by July 1, 2008 
-Evidence of effective university teaching experience; please send teaching evaluations if available 
-Evidence of ability to work with and mentor a diverse student population 
-Evidence of scholarly potential (conference presentations, publications, grant development) 

Preferred / Desired Qualifications: 
-Experience in language methodology 
-Near-native proficiency in both Spanish and English 
-Specializations in one or more of the following: Morphology, Syntax, Phonology, History of Spanish, Hispanic Sociolinguistics 
-Strong interest in developing a Spanish teaching credential program 
-Familiarity with language assessment and technology-enhanced instruction 
-Interest and ability in obtaining external funding 
-Evidence of interest and ability in obtaining external funding to support teaching and research 

Application Procedure:  A completed application will consist of: 
-a cover letter that describes the candidate’s teaching and research experience and interests and that addresses the duties and qualifications articulated in the position description; this must include a statement of teaching philosophy within a multicultural environment with examples of past experiences; 
-a curriculum vitae comprised of at least those elements specified on the application form and including the names, titles, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least five individuals who can speak to the candidate’s potential for success in this position; 
-three recent (dated within the past two years) letters of reference; 
-names, addresses and phone numbers of 2 additional references; 
-a completed application form; 
-a transcript showing highest degree earned. 

The position is open until filled. First consideration will be given to completed applications received no later than December 3, 2007. Early response is encouraged. Please address all nominations, inquiries, requests for application forms, and application materials to: 


Spanish Linguistics Search Committee 
c/o Linda S. Collins 
English & Foreign Languages Department 
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona 
Pomona, CA 91768 
Phone: 909.869.3802    FAX: 909.869.4896 
Email:  lscollins at csupomona.edu 

For questions regarding the search, contact Dr. Isabel Bustamante-López, Chair 
Spanish Linguistics Search Committee 
English & Foreign Languages Department 
(909) 869-3836 FAX:  (909) 869-4896 
E-Mail: ibustamante at csupomona.edu