26.779, Jobs: Spanish; Applied Linguistics; General Linguistics: Assistant Professor, Western Michigan University

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Subject: 26.779, Jobs: Spanish; Applied Linguistics; General Linguistics: Assistant Professor, Western Michigan University

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Date: Thu, 05 Feb 2015 23:52:38
From: Irma López [irma.lopez at wmich.edu]
Subject: Spanish; Applied Linguistics; General Linguistics: Assistant Professor, Western Michigan University

 
University or Organization: Western Michigan University 
Department: Spanish
Job Location: Michigan, USA 
Web Address: http://www.wmich.edu/spanish
Job Title: Assistant Professor - Tenure Track
Job Rank: Assistant Professor

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; General Linguistics 

Required Language(s): Spanish (spa)

Description:

Western Michigan University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty
position in Spanish linguistics beginning August 2015 with the rank of
Assistant Professor, pending budgetary approval. Minimum qualifications
include a PhD in Spanish linguistics or a related field and the ability to
contribute to broadening WMU coverage and expertise in Spanish linguistics.
Preferred candidates will be specialists in the acquisition of Spanish as a
second language with expertise in L2 teaching methodology.  Candidates with a
background in phonology are especially encouraged to apply.

Teaching experience, evidence of scholarly activity, native or near-native
fluency in Spanish and English, and demonstrated commitment to diversity and
inclusion are required. Responsibilities will include teaching advanced
undergraduate and graduate courses in Spanish language and linguistics,
producing quality research, coordinating language instruction, and
participating in additional departmental, college, and university service.
Salary and benefits are competitive. 

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the
position is filled. Applicants should visit the application site below to
apply online. Materials submitted online should include: a) a cover letter
that addresses fulfillment of qualifications, b) a curriculum vitae, c)
complete official statistical data from the four most recent semesters of
teaching evaluations, d) a statement of research interests, e) a statement of
teaching philosophy, and f) a writing sample. Have an official graduate
transcript and three letters of recommendation sent by surface mail to the
address below.

The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching has placed WMU among
the 76 public institutions in the nation designated as research universities
with high research activity.  WMU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer.  Minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and all
other qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.



Application Deadline: 01-Jul-2015 (Open until filled)
	Attn: Dr. Irma López-Chairperson 
	Department of Spanish-Posting #0602977 
	Western Michigan University 
	Kalamazoo 49008-5338 
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Email Address for Applications: spanish-info at wmich.edu 
Web Address for Applications: http://www.wmich.edu/hr/jobs 
Contact Information:
	Spanish Chairperson Irma López 
	Email: irma.lopez at wmich.edu 





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