20.1388, Jobs: English & Applied Linguistics: Lecturer, University of Pittsburgh

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Subject: 20.1388, Jobs: English & Applied Linguistics: Lecturer, University of Pittsburgh

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Date: 13-Apr-2009
From: Patricia Cochran < patmusic at pitt.edu >
Subject: English & Applied Linguistics: Lecturer, University of Pittsburgh, PA, USA

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Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2009 12:00:17
From: Patricia Cochran [patmusic at pitt.edu]
Subject: English & Applied Linguistics: Lecturer, University of Pittsburgh, PA, USA

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University or Organization: University of Pittsburgh 
Department: Linguistics
Job Location: Pennsylvania, USA 
Web Address: http://www.polyglot.pitt.edu

Job Rank: Lecturer  

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; Use of technology for language instruction

Required Language(s): English (eng)

Description:

The University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Director for the Robert Henderson
Language Media Center (RHLMC). This is a non-tenure-stream 12-month faculty
position in the Department of Linguistics. The start date is July 1, 2009. 

Duties include: 
1. Facilitating and supporting the use of technology for language
instruction throughout the university by working with language instructors
and coordinators;
2. Setting policies for the efficient use and management of RHLMC facilities;
3. Ensuring that the RHLMC technology is kept current, and determine
whether, when, and how new technologies should be implemented;
4. Working in close collaboration with the RHLMC manager, who is in charge
of day-to-day operations in the RHLMC, to ensure the smooth functioning of
the facility;
5. Planning and managing yearly budgets for personnel, equipment, and services;
6. Promoting the effective use of language learning technology through
outreach and training;
7. To the extent possible, expanding RHLMC services and capacities through
the development of outside funds through both internal and external grants;
8. Teach one course per semester in the spring and fall semesters in the
Department of Linguistics.

The RHLMC consists of two computer classrooms networked to a server, a
recording studio, and extensive language learning technology resources. See
the website provided above for more information on the facilities and
activities.
The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in instructional technology and
design, foreign language teaching, or second language acquisition/applied
linguistics with a concentration in technological applications to language
learning. 

Candidates for this position must have excellent communication and
interpersonal skills. Experience managing a similar facility is desirable,
but not required. Candidates must be knowledgeable in all major computer
platforms. A knowledge of networking technology, digital sound and video
processing software, web applications, or streaming technology is also
desirable. The successful candidate must have a demonstrated excellence in
classroom teaching at the university level.

To apply, send the following by the deadline:
- Letter of application elaborating qualifications for the position
including a description of relevant previous experience
- Teaching evaluations
- A CV or resume that includes a list of courses taught at the University
level.
- Three professional letters of reference sent directly to the address below

Send all materials to the address provided below.
For queries about the position, please contact Scott Kiesling, Department
Chair, at kiesling at pitt.edu.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity
Employer. Women and members of minority groups under-represented in
academia are especially encouraged to apply.

Application Deadline: 01-May-2009 
Mailing Address for Applications:
	Department Chair Scott Kiesling 
	RHLMC Director Search 
	Department of Linguistics, CL 2816 
	University of Pittsburgh 
	Pittsburgh, PA 15260 
	USA  
Contact Information:
	Patricia Cochran 
	Email: patmusic at pitt.edu 

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