22.3579, Jobs: Japanese Lang & Literature: Asst Prof, The University of Montana

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Subject: 22.3579, Jobs: Japanese Lang & Literature: Asst Prof, The University of Montana

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Date: 13-Sep-2011
From: Karen Blazevich [blazevichka at mso.umt.edu]
Subject: Japanese Language and Literature: Assistant Professor, The University of Montana, MT, USA
 

	
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Date: Tue, 13 Sep 2011 20:37:32
From: Karen Blazevich [blazevichka at mso.umt.edu]
Subject: Japanese Language and Literature: Assistant Professor, The University of Montana, MT, USA

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University or Organization: The University of Montana 
Department: Modern & Classical Languages and Literature
Job Location: Montana, USA 
Web Address: http://umjobs.silkroad.com/
Job Rank: Assistant Professor  

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; Ling & Literature 

Required Language(s): Japanese (jpn)

Description:

The University of Montana seeks to appoint a tenure-track assistant 
professor of Japanese language and literature to begin Fall 2012. PhD 
required; ABD candidates may be considered. Expertise in late 
medieval/Edo (16th-19th c) or the modern period is particularly sought. 
Candidates with PhDs in Japanese second language pedagogy, Japanese 
applied or social linguistics may also be considered. In all cases, a strong 
graduate-level preparation in Japanese studies is essential; appointee will be 
required to teach a Japanese culture/civilization survey course. Other 
classes to include Japanese language and electives in candidate's field of 
expertise; for literature specialists, courses in early modern/modern 
Japanese literature. Applicants should provide evidence of prior successful 
JSL teaching experience, together with proof of a promising research agenda 
and/or publications. Native/near-native fluency in Japanese and English 
required. Supporting materials for the application are listed below. Screening 
will begin on Oct 1, 2011 and continue until position is filled. EO/AA 
Employer.

Additional HR language, copied from adjunct search, follows: items 
contained in the HR verbiage below have been removed from the above 
description. 

How to apply: 

Upload the following materials using the application URL below: *Please 
note: only five (5) attachments are allowed per application. Please combine 
documents accordingly. 
-  Letter of intent
-  Curriculum Vitae (CV)
-  Copy of recent teaching evaluations

Please send the following items via mail directly to Professor Linda Gillison 
at the application address below:
-  Three (3) current letters of reference
-  DVD demonstrating teaching a university-level Japanese class

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment. 
In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject 
to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference. 
Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons 
with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format 
upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we 
encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified 
candidates may request veterans' or disabilities preference in accordance 
with state law. References not listed on the application materials may be 
contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Individual hiring 
departments at UM-M may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which 
are relevant to essential job functions.


Application Deadline: 01-Oct-2011 (Open until filled)
Mailing Address for Applications:
	Department Chair Linda Gillison 
	The University of Montana 
	Modern and Classical Languages & Literatures 
	32 Campus Drive 
	Missoula, MT 59801 
	USA  
Email Address for Applications: Linda.Gillison at mso.umt.edu 
Web Address for Applications: http://umjobs.silkroad.com/ 
Contact Information:
	Admin Associate III Karen Blazevich 
	Email: blazevichka at mso.umt.edu 
	Phone: 406 243-5942 
	Fax: 406 243-4076 






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