31.1464, Jobs: English; General Linguistics: Assoc/Full Professor, Tampere University

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Subject: 31.1464, Jobs: English; General Linguistics: Assoc/Full Professor, Tampere University

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Date: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 07:52:48
From: Eveliina Nurmi [eveliina.nurmi at tuni.fi]
Subject: English; General Linguistics: Assoc/Full Professor, Tampere University, Finland

 
University or Organization: Tampere University 
Department: The Faculty of Information Technology and Communicatios
Job Location: Tampere, Finland 
Web Address: https://www.tuni.fi/en/about-us/faculty-information-technology-and-communication-sciences
Job Title: Tenure track in English language and linguistics
Job Rank: Assoc/Full Professor

Specialty Areas: General Linguistics 

Required Language(s): English (eng)

Description:

The higher education community of Tampere University and Tampere University of
Applied Sciences, Finland’s second largest multidisciplinary higher education
institution, places its faith in the human potential and in scientific
knowledge. In this community of 35.000 people, leading specialists are
addressing pressing global issues, inspired by the challenge of making changes
in the world. The spearheads of our research and learning are technology,
health and society.

We are now seeking an assistant professor, associate professor or full
professor in the field of English language and linguistics. 

The position is located in the Faculty of Information Technology and
Communication Sciences. The Languages Unit of the Faculty explores the
intricacies of human interaction and communication in and across different
languages. The research conducted in the Unit examines the functions of
language in society and the challenges of cultural and linguistic diversity.
The Degree Programme in Languages provides students with in-depth expertise in
the areas of language, literature and translation. Students can major in
Finnish, Swedish, English, Russian and German. The English section is the
largest section in the Degree Programme, and currently has 17 permanent
faculty members: seven in linguistics (this position included), five in
translation, four in literature, and one in technical communication.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and accomplished scholar who will be an
active and innovative co-builder of the research and teaching in the area of
English language and linguistics.  In line with the spearhead profile of the
university, research in the Languages Unit emphasizes the societal aspects of
language, culture and literature. In addition to a strong research profile
focusing on the empirical study of the structure, use and variation of
English, we appreciate experience from cross disciplinary approaches to
research.  For an applicant keen to explore new avenues of linguistic
research, the faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences
offers a unique multidisciplinary environment. Research groups working on
areas such as robotics, virtual and augmented reality, multimodal genres
(games, visual journalism, audio description etc.), usability and
accessibility issues create a vibrant community for interdisciplinary
collaboration.  We appreciate a demonstrated ability or willingness to utilize
these opportunities in your research.  

In addition to scientific research in this position you are expected to lead,
conduct and develop research-led teaching, curriculum development and student
supervision in the Degree Programme in Languages, seek, win and manage
research funding and demonstrate effective academic leadership engaging with
external stakeholders.  

The tenure track professor of English language and linguistics will also
participate in research and teaching in the joint profile areas of the
Languages Unit and the Degree Programme in Languages (digitality and media,
literary and cultural spaces, linguistic variety, professional communication).

How to apply:

Please submit your application through our online recruitment system. The
closing date for applications is 24 May 2020 (at 23.59 EEST, GMT+3 / 20.59
UTC).

Please read the full job description and further instructions for applying
from our online recruitment system.



Application Deadline: 24-May-2020 
	  
Web Address for Applications: https://tuni.rekrytointi.com/paikat/?o=A_A&jid=580 
Contact Information:
	Professor Juhani Klemola 
	Email: juhani.klemola at tuni.fi 
	Phone: +358 50 318 06 68 


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