23.2242, Jobs: Distance Foreign Lang Learning: Asst/Assoc/Sr Research Scientist, U of Maryland

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Subject: 23.2242, Jobs: Distance Foreign Lang Learning: Asst/Assoc/Sr Research Scientist, U of Maryland

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Date: Wed, 09 May 2012 16:03:06
From: Holly Nalley [hnalley at casl.umd.edu]
Subject: Distance Foreign Language Learning: Assistant/Associate/Senior Research Scientist, University of Maryland, MD, USA

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University or Organization: University of Maryland 
Department: Center for Advanced Study of Language (CASL)
Job Location: Maryland, USA 
Web Address: http://www.casl.umd.edu
Job Rank: Assistant/Associate/Senior Research Scientist  

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; Distance Foreign Language Learning

Description:

University of Maryland Center for Advanced Study of Language 
(CASL) is seeking to fill a research faculty position in Distance 
Foreign Language Learning to work in its interdisciplinary research 
program on second language acquisition, with a focus on 
technology-mediated language instruction. Rank is open. CASL 
seeks scholars with research experience in distance language 
learning, particularly instructor-mediated online learning. The ideal 
candidate will have experience and/or interest in designing and 
evaluating distance learning programs, conducting research in 
instructed second language contexts, teaching language online, and 
assessing language learning at a distance. Areas of specialization 
may include designing models for effective technology-mediated 
language training, exploring methods of using technology to 
maximize second language acquisition, and analyzing distance 
learning outcomes. Possible domains of application include online 
CMC analysis, online course development and evaluation, and 
application of new technologies to distance learning settings. The 
successful candidate will work with multidisciplinary teams, including 
IT engineers and programmers, linguists and computational 
linguists, as well as second language acquisition researchers, on 
research projects that help government agencies offer language 
training at a distance for a variety of job-related skills. Examples of 
current projects include: developing empirically-based best practices 
for distance language instruction, establishing an assessment 
system for online language programs, determining the effectiveness 
of technology-mediated language training tools, and developing and 
evaluating online language programs and courses.

Appointments to CASL are as members of the research faculty of the 
University of Maryland under renewable three-year contracts, with 
highly competitive salary (12-month) and benefits.

Qualifications: 
Candidates must have an earned Ph.D. in second language 
acquisition, applied linguistics, distance education or a related field 
and have a record of research productivity and publications. The 
center is seeking people who will play a leading role in the strategic 
direction of CASL and will participate in multiple research projects in 
their field, including new directions in distance language learning. 
Candidates' research and publications should demonstrate the 
ability to tackle complex, interdisciplinary research and to work 
collaboratively with a range of institutions and researchers.

Candidates must hold U.S. citizenship and be willing to obtain the 
appropriate security clearance. 

CASL, established in 2003, is one of 14 university-affiliated research 
centers in the nation. Its mission is to conduct state-of-the-science 
research that results in improved performance on language tasks 
relevant to the work of government language professionals. Our 
research focuses on improving knowledge of less commonly taught 
languages, enhancing the acquisition and maintenance of foreign 
language capability by government professionals, advancing the 
capacity to use foreign language skills in government professions, 
and improving the quality of human language technology. CASL is 
expanding its mission to include new directions in language and 
intelligence analysis.

Application: For best consideration, please apply online by June 30, 
2012 at the application URL below.

Application Deadline: 30-Jun-2012 (Open until filled)

Web Address for Applications: http://jobs.umd.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=56848 
Contact Information:
	Holly Nalley 
	Email: hnalley at casl.umd.edu 

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