22.4232, Jobs: English; Text/Corpus Ling: Asst/Assoc Prof, American U of Cairo

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Subject: 22.4232, Jobs: English; Text/Corpus Ling: Asst/Assoc Prof, American U of Cairo

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Date: 26-Oct-2011
From: Amira Agameya [aagameya at aucegypt.edu]
Subject: English; Text/Corpus Linguistics; Computer-Assisted Language Learning: Assistant/Associate Professor, The American University in Cairo, Egypt


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Date: Thu, 27 Oct 2011 08:08:33
From: Amira Agameya [aagameya at aucegypt.edu]
Subject: English; Text/Corpus Linguistics; Computer-Assisted Language Learning: Assistant/Associate Professor, The American University in Cairo, Egypt

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University or Organization: The American University in Cairo 
Department: Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Job Location: Cairo, Egypt 
Web Address: http://www.aucegypt.edu
Job Rank: Asst/Assoc Professor  

Specialty Areas: Text/Corpus Linguistics; Computer-Assisted Language Learning

Required Language(s): English (eng)

Description:

The MA in TEFL Program at the American University in Cairo anticipates one 
opening for a specialist to teach and do research in the areas of Corpus 
Linguistics and Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL). Secondary 
focus would also be desirable in any of the following areas: sociolinguistics 
with a cross-linguistic emphasis, second language acquisition, intercultural 
communication, and in any of the traditional ESL skill areas. Experience or 
interest in community-based learning and/or online learning would also be an 
asset. The position primarily involves teaching in the MA in TEFL program, 
and maintaining an active research agenda. 

Requirements:
A Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics is required. Successful candidates should 
have an ongoing program of research and a demonstrated commitment to 
excellence in teaching. It would be strongly desirable for the candidate to 
have experience teaching in an MA-level TESOL program. Responsibilities 
include graduate and possibly some undergraduate teaching, supervising 
master's theses, maintaining an active program of research and publications, 
and service to the Department and the University.  

Priority will be given to applications received by January 15, 2012. Position is 
open until filled. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by videoconference
beginning in February 2012. 

Additional Information:
The position is at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor and is tenure 
track with initial three-year (renewable) appointment subject to mutual 
agreement. It will begin in September 2012. Renewal of an appointment 
depends upon institutional needs and the appointee's performance.

Application Instructions:
All applicants must submit the following documents online: a) a current C.V; 
b) List names & contact information of at least three references familiar with 
your professional background; c) a letter of interest; d) a statement of 
teaching philosophy; e) a completed AUC Personal Information Form (PIF);
(f) a copy of a recently published article or manuscript chapter in progress;
and Note: Please remember your account login enables you to respond to
AUC additional questions (if required).


Application Deadline: 15-Jan-2012 (Open until filled)
	  
Web Address for Applications: http://aucegypt.interviewexchange.com 
Contact Information:
	Dr. Amira Agameya 
	Email: aagameya at aucegypt.edu 




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