22.4008, Jobs: Cog Ling or Socioling: Asst/Assoc Prof, National U of Singapore

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Subject: 22.4008, Jobs: Cog Ling or Socioling: Asst/Assoc Prof, National U of Singapore

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Date: 12-Oct-2011
From: Lionel Wee [ellhead at nus.edu.sg]
Subject: English; Cognitive Linguistics or Sociolinguistics; Variation Studies: Assistant/Associate Professor, National University of Singapore


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Date: Thu, 13 Oct 2011 12:55:13
From: Lionel Wee [ellhead at nus.edu.sg]
Subject: English; Cognitive Linguistics or Sociolinguistics; Variation Studies: Assistant/Associate Professor, National University of Singapore

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 University or Organization: National University of Singapore 
Department: English Language and Literature
Job Location: Singapore 
Web Address: http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/ell/index.htm
Job Rank: Asst/Assoc Professor  

Specialty Areas: Cognitive Science; Sociolinguistics; Variation Studies

Required Language(s): English (eng)

Description:

The Department of English Language and Literature at the National University 
of Singapore (NUS) invites applications for a tenure track position in either 
cognitive linguistics or sociolinguistics, with a focus on variation studies.  
This position will be at the level of assistant professor or associate professor, 
depending on the applicant's academic experience and publication record. 

Applicants should have a PhD in Linguistics, a sound record of international 
publications in the field, and a commitment to teaching at the undergraduate 
and graduate levels. As the post is in the English Language section of 
Department of English Language and Literature, they will be expected to 
teach foundational modules in linguistic theory drawing on data primarily from 
English. All candidates should have the potential to develop an international 
standing in their chosen fields, if they do not already have one. 

NUS expects the highest standards of teaching and scholarship from its 
faculty. In return, it offers excellent terms and conditions. There is 
considerable support for research, including grants for research projects, 
conference money and a very well funded library. Salary will be 
commensurate with experience and level of appointment.

Information about working in NUS and living in Singapore is available at 
http://www.nus.edu.sg/careers/potentialhires/index.html. The Department 
website can be found at http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/ell/index.htm. For 
additional information, email enquiries can be sent to: ellhead at nus.edu.sg.

Applications should be made by letter and CV. Please provide:
1.  Full details of publications (including theses and dissertations) and a 
sample of your publications or writing (maximum three items)   
2.  Teaching and administrative experience
3.  Awards, other achievements
4.  Photocopies of transcripts/degree scrolls 
5.  Copies of student evaluations of courses taught 
6.  Course outlines of courses taught
7.  Names, addresses (including email) of 3 referees 

The package should be sent by post to the application address below. 
Alternatively, this can be sent by fax or email, contact information below.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.


Application Deadline: 31-Dec-2011 
Mailing Address for Applications:
	Associate Professor Lionel Wee 
	Head, Department of English Language and Literature 
	National University of Singapore 
	Block AS5, 7 Arts Link 
	 S117570 
	Singapore  
Email Address for Applications: ellhead at nus.edu.sg 
Contact Information:
	Assoc Prof Lionel Wee 
	Email: ellhead at nus.edu.sg 
	Phone: +65 6516 7142 
	Fax: +65 6773 2981


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