29.3898, Jobs: Spanish; Syntax: Assistant Professor, University of Florida

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Subject: 29.3898, Jobs: Spanish; Syntax: Assistant Professor, University of Florida

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Date: Tue, 09 Oct 2018 10:55:13
From: Diego Pascual y Cabo [dpascual at ufl.edu]
Subject: Spanish; Syntax: Assistant Professor, University of Florida, Gainesville, USA

 
University or Organization: University of Florida 
Department: Spanish & Portuguese Studies
Job Location: Florida, USA 
Web Address: https://spanishandportuguese.ufl.edu/
Job Title: Tenure-track position in Hispanic Linguistics; Primary specialization in Syntax
Job Rank: Assistant Professor

Specialty Areas: Syntax 

Required Language(s): Spanish (spa)

Description:

The Department of Spanish and Portuguese Studies at the University of Florida,
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences invites applications for a full time,
nine-month, tenure-track position in Hispanic Linguistics with a primary
specialization in syntax (theoretical approach open), at the level of
Assistant Professor, beginning August 16, 2019. We seek candidates who can
teach Structure of Spanish at the undergraduate and graduate levels and have a
strong research agenda that makes connections to any of the existing
department strengths, including Spanish heritage language, bilingualism, SLA,
historical linguistics, and experimental and corpus-based approaches. Salary
is competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience, and includes
a full benefits package.

The Department of Spanish and Portuguese Studies is committed to creating an
environment that affirms diversity across a variety of dimensions, including
disability, class, ethnicity/race, gender identity and expression. We
particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment
through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service.

Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements:
- Ph.D. in Hispanic Linguistics or related field at the beginning of the
appointment
- Expertise in Spanish syntax
- Native or near-native command of Spanish

Desired Qualifications:
- Demonstrated potential for excellence in research and teaching
- Evidence of commitment to equitable and inclusive practices
- Expertise that complements departmental strengths in bilingualism, SLA,
experimental, corpus, and historical linguistics
- Teaching experience in Spanish syntax at the college level
 
Application Instructions:
For full consideration, applications must be submitted online at the
application link provided below and must include: 
- A cover letter, 
- CV, 
- 1-3 writing samples, 
- A research statement, and 
- Three confidential letters of recommendation.

Applications will be reviewed beginning November 1, 2018, and the position
will remain open until filled. To ensure full consideration, application
materials should be received by October 31, 2018. Applications received after
this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring
authority.

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which
includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of
education.

The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to
the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered
“official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned
from an educational institution outside of the United States require
evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the
National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be
found at http://www.naces.org/.

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to
building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. Searches are
conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. If an accommodation due
to disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2477
or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD).



Application Deadline: 31-Oct-2018 
	  
Web Address for Applications: http://apply.interfolio.com/55473 
Contact Information:
	Diego Pascual y Cabo 
	Email: dpascual at ufl.edu 


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