26.4934, Jobs: English; Spanish; Translation: Assistant Professor / Lecturer, James Madison University

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Subject: 26.4934, Jobs: English; Spanish; Translation: Assistant Professor / Lecturer, James Madison University

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Date: Thu, 05 Nov 2015 11:53:33
From: Mary O'Donnell [odonneme at jmu.edu]
Subject: English; Spanish; Translation: Assistant Professor / Lecturer, James Madison University, Virginia, USA

 
University or Organization: James Madison University 
Department: Foreign Languages, Literatures and Cultures
Job Location: Virginia, USA 
Job Title: Assistant Professor or Lecturer in Spanish-English Translation & Interpretation
Job Rank: Assistant Professor; Lecturer

Specialty Areas: Translation 

Required Language(s): English (eng)
                      Spanish (spa) 

Description:

General Information: 

The Department of Foreign Languages, Literatures and Cultures at James Madison University invites applications for a tenure-track or revolving term contract in Spanish, depending on credentials, to start August 2016.  Specialization: Translation Studies focusing on Spanish-English Translation/Interpretation 

Required Qualifications:

Advanced Degree 
- Ph.D. (preferred) in Translation Studies (Spanish<>English) (ABD considered) or related area from an accredited U.S. or equivalent non-U.S. Institution
- M.S. or M.A. in Translation Studies (required) or related field from an accredited U.S. or equivalent non-U.S. institution 
- Native or Near-Native Proficiency in Spanish and English

Desired Qualifications

- Relevant professional experience working in the field of translation and/or interpretation
- Evidence of successful or demonstrated commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching; and demonstrated publishing record or evidence of scholarly potential
- Experience in, or strong commitment to develop curricula for Spanish for Specific Purposes, particularly in areas such as medical, business, legal and law enforcement and proficiency in the use of technology for foreign language teaching
- Experience in community outreach to establish strong collaborations through internships and service learning opportunities.  

Duties

- Teach 3/3 load with optional summer courses (if available)
- Serve as academic advisor for students pursuing Translation and Interpretation Minor and/or other Spanish majors
- Provide service to the department, college and/or university (after first year)


Application Deadline: 18-Dec-2015 (Open until filled)
	  
Web Address for Applications: https://joblink.jmu.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1446735453260 
Contact Information:
	Mary O'Donnell 
	Email: odonneme at jmu.edu 
	Phone: 7654903586 


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