30.3485, Jobs: Spanish; Language Acquisition; Translation: Asst/Assoc Professor, Texas Tech University

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LINGUIST List: Vol-30-3485. Tue Sep 17 2019. ISSN: 1069 - 4875.

Subject: 30.3485, Jobs: Spanish; Language Acquisition; Translation: Asst/Assoc Professor, Texas Tech University

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Date: Tue, 17 Sep 2019 09:59:04
From: Lloyd Allred [lloyd.allred at ttu.edu]
Subject: Spanish; Language Acquisition; Translation: Asst/Assoc Professor, Texas Tech University, USA

 
University or Organization: Texas Tech University 
Department: Classical & Modern Languages & Literatures
Job Location: Texas, USA 
Web Address: https://www.depts.ttu.edu/classic_modern/
Job Title: Assistant Professor of Spanish
Job Rank: Asst/Assoc Professor

Specialty Areas: Language Acquisition; Translation; Spanish Linguistics

Required Language(s): Spanish (spa)

Description:

The Spanish and Portuguese Program at the Department of Classical & Modern
Languages & Literatures of Texas Tech University invites applications for a
tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in Spanish to
begin Fall 2020. The successful candidate should hold a Ph.D. in Spanish
Translation/Interpretation, or a related field such as Spanish Linguistics, by
the time of appointment. Relevant professional experience is desirable. The
position requires demonstrated excellence in teaching at both the
undergraduate and graduate levels including using technology in the classroom
and commitment to pedagogical innovation. The ideal candidate should be able
to collaborate with our existing programs in Language for Specific Purposes,
Spanish as a Heritage Language and Cultural Studies, as well as establish
connections across disciplines. Experience in community outreach to establish
strong collaborations through internships and service learning opportunities
is desirable. Demonstrated abilities to engage in rigorous research and
promise for future research. Service duties include program-building, as well
as commitment to extra-curricular activities. Service to the department,
college, and university is expected. Native or Near-Native Proficiency in both
English and Spanish required. 

Candidates who have very strong records of scholarship supported by extramural
funding and who have the proven capacity or clear potential to bring
externally sponsored research to Texas Tech University are encouraged to
apply. 

Qualified applicants are invited to apply online at the application link
provided below using job ID 18626BR. 

Submit online:
- A letter of application, 
- A CV detailing relevant experience, 
- One sample of scholarly work (30 pp. maximum), 
- A teaching statement, 
- A research statement, and 
- A diversity statement

Three (3) confidential letters of recommendation should be sent to Lloyd
Allred, Attn: Spanish Search Committee, by Interfolio, email at
lloyd.allred at ttu.edu or by post at: 

Department of Classical and Modern Languages and Literatures, Texas Tech
University, P.O. Box 42071, 2906 18th St, CMLL room 207, Lubbock, TX
79409-2071.

Applications must be received no later than 15 November 2019 for full
consideration. Initial interviews with selected candidates will be conducted
by video conference in early December.

As an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, Texas Tech University is
dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse faculty committed to
teaching and working in a multicultural environment. We actively encourage
applications from all those who can contribute, through their research,
teaching and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic
community. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, sex, marital status,
disability, or status as a U.S. veteran. We welcome applications from all
qualified candidates and consider the needs of dual career couples.



Application Deadline: 15-Nov-2019 (Open until filled)
	  
Web Address for Applications: https://bit.ly/2NDshwZ 
Contact Information:
	Hiring Manager Lloyd Allred 
	Email: lloyd.allred at ttu.edu 


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