28.4373, Jobs: Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition: Assistant Professor, University of Rhode Island

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Subject: 28.4373, Jobs: Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition: Assistant Professor, University of Rhode Island

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Date: Mon, 23 Oct 2017 11:35:19
From: Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures [languagesdepartment at etal.uri.edu]
Subject: Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition: Assistant Professor, University of Rhode Island, USA

 
University or Organization: University of Rhode Island 
Department: Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literature
Job Location: Rhode Island, USA 
Job Title: Assistant Professor of Language and Applied Linguistics
Job Rank: Assistant Professor

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition; SLA, Foreign Languages


Description:

The Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures (DOL) in the
College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Rhode Island invites
applications for a tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Language
and Applied Linguistics with the ability to teach at least one of the
following languages: Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese or
Spanish. The candidate should have a degree or concentration in the areas of
SLA/Applied Linguistics/Language Pedagogy with a specialization in or record
of academic publishing in foreign language proficiency.

The position begins in Fall 2018 and candidate must have Ph.D. in hand prior
to beginning teaching duties.

The successful candidate will provide critical support in teaching, research
and service to the DOL and interdisciplinary programs, including the new
International Studies and Diplomacy (ISD) program. The candidate’s home
department will be the DOL.

Duties:
- Teach undergraduate classes in candidate’s language of specialization, as
well as content courses in English that contribute to foreign language
proficiency and cultural competency requirements of the new ISD major. 
- Coordinate departmental efforts to develop proficiency-oriented curricula
across different language sections. 
- Establish and maintain a solid research agenda; publish books and/or
peer-reviewed scholarly manuscripts. 
- Contribute through service to the missions of the DOL, the International
Studies and Diplomacy program, the College and the University. 
- Seek external funding where appropriate. 
- Advise undergraduate and graduate students

Visit the URI jobs website at the link below to apply and view complete
details for job posting (F00059).  Please attach the following 4 (PDF)
documents to your online Faculty Employment Application: 1) Cover letter that
speaks specifically to our required and preferred qualifications, 2)
Curriculum Vitae, 3) “Other Document” to include three letters of
recommendation (as one complete document), 4) “Other” A sample of scholarly
work.

The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First
consideration will be given to applications received by November 15, 2017.
Second consideration will be given to applications received by November 30,
2017. Applications received subsequent to the second consideration date
(November 30, 2017) may not be given full consideration. APPLICATIONS MUST BE
SUBMITTED ONLINE ONLY. 

The University of Rhode Island is an AA/EEOD employer.  Women, persons of
color, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other
protected groups are encouraged to apply.



Application Deadline:  (Open until filled)
	  
Web Address for Applications: http://jobs.uri.edu/postings/2807 
Contact Information:
	Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures 
	Email: languagesdepartment at etal.uri.edu 


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