14.1775, Jobs: Linguistics: Lecturer, University of Manchester

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Subject: 14.1775, Jobs: Linguistics: Lecturer, University of Manchester

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Date:  Tue, 24 Jun 2003 05:57:59 +0000
From:  martin.barry at man.ac.uk
Subject:  Any Branch of Linguistics: Lecturer, The University of Manchester, UK

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Date:  Tue, 24 Jun 2003 05:57:59 +0000
From:  martin.barry at man.ac.uk
Subject:  Any Branch of Linguistics: Lecturer, The University of Manchester, UK



University or Organization: The University of Manchester, UK
Department: Department of Linguistics
Rank of Job: Lecturer
Specialty Areas: Language Endangerment, Language Change, Field Linguistics


Description:

The University of Manchester invites applications for the post of
Lecturer in Linguistics which is tenable from 1 September 2003.
Applications will be considered from those specializing in any
branch of linguistics; preference may be given to candidates whose
research relates to one or more of the following: language
endangerment, field linguistics, language change. Salary will be on
the Lecturer A scale, £22,191 to £25,451 p.a.

Candidates should have:

(A. Essential)
1. outstanding research potential and the proven capacity to
   contribute to a department of international research excellence.
2. a robust research plan up to and beyond the next RAE (Research
   Assessment Exercise).
3. a completed (or about to be completed) PhD in any area of
   linguistics.
4. a strong commitment to high-quality, research-led teaching.

(B. Desirable)
1. a research record and plans which relate to one or more of the
   following: language endangerment, field linguistics or language
   change.
2. excellent presentational skills necessary for lectures, seminars
   and small group teaching.
3. good organizational skills appropriate to departmental teaching and
   administration.
4. good IT skills.

The appointed candidate will be expected to contribute to research and
teaching (both undergraduate and postgraduate) in the Department of
Linguistics, and to undertake such administrative, pastoral, and other
duties as may be assigned.

Applications should be returned by Monday 14th July 2003.

Applications should quote reference number 506/03 and contain the
names of three referees. Those invited for interview will be asked to
give a presentation of their work to members of the Department.

Interested applicants are invited to make informal contact with either
Prof Nigel Vincent (mailto:nigel.vincent at man.ac.uk,
+44-(0)161-275-3194/ 3187) or the Chair of the Department, Martin
Barry (mailto:martin.barry at man.ac.uk, +44 (0)61-275-3250/ 3187).


Address for Applications:

	Attn: Director of Personnel
	The University of Manchester
	Oxford Road
	Manchester, M13 9PL
	United Kingdom

	Applications are due by 14-Jul-2003


Contact Information:
	Martin Barry
	Email: martin.barry at man.ac.uk
	Tel: +44 161 275 3250
	Fax: +44 161 275 3187
	Website: http://ling.man.ac.uk/

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