22.4208, Jobs: Hispanic Linguistics: Rank Open, The University of New Mexico

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Subject: 22.4208, Jobs: Hispanic Linguistics: Rank Open, The University of New Mexico

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Date: 25-Oct-2011
From: Yvonne Martinez-Ingram [ymartin at unm.edu]
Subject: Hispanic Linguistics: Rank Open, The University of New Mexico, New Mexico, USA


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Date: Wed, 26 Oct 2011 12:01:30
From: Yvonne Martinez-Ingram [ymartin at unm.edu]
Subject: Hispanic Linguistics: Rank Open, The University of New Mexico, New Mexico, USA

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University or Organization: The University of New Mexico 
Department: Linguistics
Job Location: New Mexico, USA 
Web Address: https://unmjobs.unm.edu/
Job Rank: Rank Open  

Specialty Areas: Hispanic Linguistics


Description:

The Department of Spanish and Portuguese and the Department of 
Linguistics seek applicants for an open rank appointment in Hispanic 
Linguistics at the University of New Mexico (UNM). The position is contingent 
upon final budgetary approval. It is expected that the appointment will be 
made at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor rank. The position is 
probationary leading to a tenure decision. Appointment will begin in August 
2012. The Ph.D. must be in hand prior to appointment. Responsibilities will 
include teaching in the areas of specialization at the undergraduate and 
graduate level, graduate student mentoring, and service. Competitive salary. 

This is a joint position in two departments that maintain close ties. The 
Hispanic Linguistics program in the Department of Spanish and Portuguese at 
UNM specializes in sociolinguistics, language variation and change, second 
language acquisition, Spanish as a heritage language, and phonology.  For 
further information on the department, please see our website: 
http://www.unm.edu/~spanport/.

The Department of Linguistics specializes in cognitive-functional approaches 
to the study of language, including corpus and empirically-based studies, 
cross-linguistic research, and typology. We have special strength in Native 
American linguistics and language revitalization, the study of signed 
languages, and Spanish linguistics. The Navajo Language Program is housed 
in the department, as is the Signed Language Interpreting Program. For 
further information on the department, please see our website 
http://www.unm.edu/~linguist.

Minimum qualifications Ph.D. by August 2012 in Linguistics, Hispanic 
Linguistics or a closely-related field.  Primary research focus on Spanish 
linguistics.  

Preferred qualifications: (a) specialization in Corpus Linguistics, particularly 
spoken corpora; (b) discourse analysis from a functional perspective; (c) 
bilingualism and/or first language acquisition; (d) research and teaching in 
Portuguese linguistics; (e) excellence in scholarship in areas of 
specialization; (f) excellence in teaching. 

UNM provides a diversified package of benefits including medical, dental, 
vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits 
through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. For a more 
complete explanation of the benefits, please go to http://hr.unm.edu/ and 
click on the Benefits link. 

Enquiries about this position can be addressed to: Professor William Croft, 
wcroft at unm.edu.

For details on application requirements or to apply, visit the UNMJobs 
website listed below and please reference Posting Number 0813172.

University of New Mexico is committed to promoting and supporting the 
diversity of our campuses. UNM is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 
Employer and Educator.  Women and underrepresented minorities are 
encouraged to apply.


Application Deadline: 01-Dec-2011 (Open until filled)
	  
Web Address for Applications: http://www.unm.edu/jobs 
Contact Information:
	Yvonne Martinez-Ingram 
	Email: ymartin at unm.edu 
	Phone: 505 277-6353 




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