26.147, Jobs: Applied Linguistics: Assistant Professor, Georgia Southern University

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Subject: 26.147, Jobs: Applied Linguistics: Assistant Professor, Georgia Southern University

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Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2015 02:53:21
From: Jinrong Li [jli at georgiasouthern.edu]
Subject: Applied Linguistics: Assistant Professor, Georgia Southern University, Georgia, USA

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University or Organization: Georgia Southern University 
Department: Writing and Linguistics
Job Location: Georgia, USA 
Web Address: http://class.georgiasouthern.edu/writling/
Job Title: TESOL/Applied Linguistics
Job Rank: Assistant Professor

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics 

Description:

The Department of Writing and Linguistics in the College of Liberal Arts and
Social Sciences invites nominations and applications for the tenure-track
position of Assistant Professor of Writing and Linguistics with a
specialization in TESOL/Applied Linguistics. This position has a central focus
in helping to build and sustain a unique new online graduate certificate
program in TESOL/Applied Linguistics (offered in close cooperation with the
College of Education), in addition to providing support for other Department
programs and activities. Georgia Southern University is a member institution
of the University System of Georgia and a Carnegie Doctoral/Research
University devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship, and
service.

Position Description

Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Writing and Linguistics, the
Assistant Professor of Writing and Linguistics requires teaching (both online
and face-to-face classes), advisement, research, and service. The position is
a 9-month tenure-track appointment typically teaching three courses per term,
and the salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and
experience. Summer teaching is optional but available.

Required Qualifications

- Earned Ph.D. in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, or Linguistics by August 1, 2015
- Must be authorized to work in the United States for the duration of
employment without assistance from the institution
- Scholarly agenda in the area of TESOL/Applied Linguistics
- At least one year of part-time college-level teaching experience (graduate
assistant teaching experience is permissible)

Preferred Qualifications

- Evidence of demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level or two
or more years of college-level teaching
- Peer-reviewed publications in TESOL/Applied Linguistics or Linguistics
- Experience developing online programs and/or teaching online courses
- Expertise in second language acquisition theory and practice and/or interest
in phonology, semantics, and/or pragmatics
- Coursework and experience teaching first-year writing
- Experience teaching English in an international context, preferably outside
the U.S. and Anglophone Canada

Screening of applications begins February 9, 2015, and continues until the
position is filled. The preferred position starting date is August 1, 2015. A
complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited
above; a curriculum vitae; a teaching philosophy highlighting innovative
pedagogical practice, engagement strategies, and a vision for teaching beyond
the traditional classroom; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and
email addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation
may be requested. Only complete applications and applications submitted
electronically will be considered. Finalists will be required to submit to a
background investigation. Applications and nominations should be sent to Dr.
Jinrong Li or Dr. Kathy Albertson, Search Co-Chairs at the address below
referencing search # 67296.

More information about the institution is available through
http://www.georgiasouthern.edu or http://class.georgiasouthern.edu/ or
http://class.georgiasouthern.edu/writling/. Georgia Southern University seeks
to recruit individuals who are committed to working in diverse academic and
professional communities and who are committed to excellence in teaching,
scholarship, and professional service within the University and beyond.
Georgia is an Open Records state. Georgia Southern University is an AA/EO
institution. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the ADA to
participate in the search process should contact the Associate Provost.

Application Deadline: 09-Feb-2015 
	Department of Writing and Linguistics 
	Georgia Southern University 
	P.O. Box 8026 
	Statesboro 30460-8026 
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Email Address for Applications: jli at georgiasouthern.edu or katalb at georgiasouthern.edu 
Contact Information:
	Dr. Jinrong Li 
	Email: jli at georgiasouthern.edu 
	Phone: 912-478-0739 

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