19.2744, Jobs: Applied Linguistics: Director of Language Programs, Boston U

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Subject: 19.2744, Jobs: Applied Linguistics: Director of Language Programs, Boston U

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Date: 09-Sep-2008
From: Rhiannon Roberts < rmrobert at bu.edu >
Subject: Applied Linguistics: Director of Language Programs, Boston University, MA, USA

 

	
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University or Organization: Boston University 
Department: Modern Langs & Comparative Lit/ Romance Studies
Job Location: Massachusetts, USA 
Web Address: http://www.bu.edu/mlcl

Job Rank: Director of Language Programs  

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics 


Description:

Boston University seeks a Director of Language Programs to bring its
excellent language curriculum to the next level (pending budgetary
approval). This will be a newly created position in response to the
University's strategic plan emphasizing global perspectives and
initiatives. The Director will lead the development of a comprehensive,
state-of-the-art language instruction program for undergraduate and
graduate students. The Director will also work in partnership with the Dean
of the College of Arts and Sciences and the chairs of the relevant
departments to formulate strategic plans and policies for language training
and will be responsible for developing collaborations with other
international programs on the Boston campus and abroad. Candidates will
have a PhD in a relevant field; native or near-native fluency in English
and at least one other language; as well as demonstrated leadership in
language programs and relevant administrative experience. The Director will
be considered for an academic appointment at a rank consistent with his or
her teaching and scholarly qualifications. Review of applications will
begin October 22, 2008 and interviews will be held at ACTFL in November
2008. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Send
application letter, CV and names of references to Christopher Maurer and
William Waters at the application address listed below. Boston University
is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.


Application Deadline: 22-Oct-2008 
Mailing Address for Applications: 
	William Waters 
	Director of Language Programs Search 
	Modern Languages & Comparative Literature 
	718 Commonwealth Avenue 
	Boston, MA 02215 
	USA  
Contact Information:
	William Waters 
	Email: waters at bu.edu 





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