27.542, Jobs: Mandarin; Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition: Assistant Professor/Instructor, Michigan State University

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Subject: 27.542, Jobs: Mandarin; Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition: Assistant Professor/Instructor, Michigan State University

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Date: Thu, 28 Jan 2016 12:10:27
From: Charlene Polio [polio at msu.edu]
Subject: Mandarin; Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition: Assistant Professor/Instructor, Michigan State University, Michigan, USA

University or Organization: Michigan State University 
Department: The Department of Linguistics & Germanic, Slavic, Asian & African Languages
Job Location: Michigan, USA 
Job Title: Fixed Term Chinese Teacher
Job Rank: Assistant Professor; Instructor

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition 

Required Language(s): Chinese, Mandarin (cmn)

Description:

Position Summary: Michigan State University seeks to fill a two-year,
full-time instructor or assistant professor in Chinese language teaching. This
person will teach three courses per semester, or equivalent, Chinese language
courses at all levels and will be expected to participate in the activities
related to the Department of Linguistics and Germanic, Slavic, Asian, and
African Languages in the College of Arts & Letters. This 9 month Academic Year
position will begin August 16, 2016 with the possibility of renewal. We seek
candidates with primary interests and experience in the teaching and learning
of Chinese language. The successful candidate will bring innovative ideas and
language program experience to a growing university-level Chinese language
program. Familiarity with communicative language teaching is a must.
Responsibilities include close collaboration in a supportive language
community that is comprised of the Center for Language Teaching Advancement, a
strong Second Language Studies doctoral program, world-renowned study abroad
initiatives, and the Asian Studies Center. We welcome applicants who would
especially benefit from collaborative opportunities in an interdisciplinary
work environment. In the second year, the position will include responsibility
for coordinating and supervising the teaching assistants. This is a fixed-term
position with potential for renewal based on performance and availability of
funding. Salary and rank commensurate with qualifications.
The Department of Linguistics & Germanic, Slavic, Asian & African Languages, a
dynamic inclusive community, encourages intellectual and cultural diversity,
prepares students for a range of careers that require global cultural
knowledge, and is an integral part of the College of Arts & Letters and
Michigan State University's international engagement.

Minimum Qualifications: Candidates should have at least a MA degree in an
appropriate field.

Desired Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who have
experience teaching in hybrid and/or on-line course environments.

Special Instructions to Applicant: Review of applications will begin February
1, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications must be
submitted electronically via the MSU Human Resources website (below). Posting
#2725

Applicants should submit a cover letter, an updated CV, a statement of
teaching philosophy, and the names and email addresses of 3 potential referees
who will be sent an e-mail request for their letter of recommendation.
Applicants who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents must provide
documentation evidencing employment authorization in the United States.

For more information contact the search committee chair, Dr. Charlene Polio
(email below), Department of Linguistics and Germanic, Slavic, Asian and
African Languages, 619 Red Cedar Road, B-331 Wells Hall, Michigan State
University, East Lansing, MI 48824-1027.

Persons with disabilities have the right to request and receive reasonable
accommodation.

MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. MSU is committed to
achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively
encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color,
veterans, and persons with disabilities.

Application Deadline: 01-Feb-2016 (Open until filled)

Web Address for Applications: http://jobs.msu.edu 
Contact Information:
	Dr. Charlene Polio 
	Email: polio at msu.edu 

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