29.754, Jobs: Phonology; Sociolinguistics: Assistant Professor, University of Toronto

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Subject: 29.754, Jobs: Phonology; Sociolinguistics: Assistant Professor, University of Toronto

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Date: Fri, 16 Feb 2018 10:14:39
From: Keren Rice [lingdept at chass.utoronto.ca]
Subject: Phonology; Sociolinguistics: Assistant Professor, University of Toronto, Canada

University or Organization: University of Toronto 
Department: Linguistics
Job Location: Toronto, Canada 
Web Address: http://linguistics.utoronto.ca
Job Title: Assistant Professors (CLTA), Phonology and Sociolinguistics
Job Rank: Assistant Professor

Specialty Areas: Phonology; Sociolinguistics 

Description:

The Department of Linguistics in the Faculty of Arts and Science (St. George
Campus) at the University of Toronto invites applications for two one-year
contractually limited term (CLTA) appointments. One appointment is in the area
of Phonology. The other appointment is in the area of Sociolinguistics, with a
secondary specialization in Phonetics. Both appointments will be at the rank
of Assistant Professor, commencing July 1, 2018 and ending on June 30, 2019. 

The successful candidates must have earned a PhD in Linguistics by the date of
appointment. Candidates must have a record of excellence in research, and a
demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching in the area of Phonology for
the first appointment and Sociolinguistics, with a secondary specialization in
Phonetics, for the second appointment. Evidence of excellence in research can
be demonstrated by publications in top ranked, field relevant journals, or
forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, presentations
at significant conferences, and strong endorsements from referees of high
standing. Evidence of excellence in teaching can be documented through the
applicant’s CV, a strong statement of teaching philosophy, teaching
accomplishments, teaching evaluations, and strong endorsements by referees of
high standing. The appointees will be expected to teach and supervise
undergraduate and graduate students in their area of specialization as well as
teach in other areas as determined by the department. 

More information on the University of Toronto (http://www.utoronto.ca) and the
Department of Linguistics (http://linguistics.utoronto.ca) can be found on
their respective websites. Linguistics undergraduate course descriptions are
available at http://www.artsandscience.utoronto.ca/ofr/calendar/crs_lin.htm.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking on the link
below. Applications should include a cover letter of no more than 2
single-spaced pages, a curriculum vitae, a research statement, a teaching
statement, and evidence of teaching ability.  Applicants should also arrange
to have three signed letters of reference on letterhead, preferably in PDF
format, sent directly to Professor Keren Rice at the address
lingdept at chass.utoronto.ca with the subject line: "Phonology Job – (your full
name)" or “Sociolinguistics Job – (your full name)”, as appropriate for the
position that you are applying for. If you have questions about the positions,
please contact lingdept at chass.utoronto.ca.   

All application materials should be submitted online and received by Apr 2,
2018.  Submission guidelines can be found at: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. We
recommend combining attached documents into one or two files in PDF/MS Word
format.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its
community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons
of colour, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America, persons with
disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further
diversification of ideas. As part of your application, you will be asked to
complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information
directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search
committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for
institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see uoft.me/UP.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and
permanent residents will be given priority.

Application Deadline: 02-Apr-2018 

Email Address for Applications: lingdept at chass.utoronto.ca 
Web Address for Applications: http://bit.ly/2C2fi2B 
Contact Information:
	Professor Keren Rice 
	Email: lingdept at chass.utoronto.ca 

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