28.792, Jobs: Syntax: Assistant Professor, University of Toronto

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Subject: 28.792, Jobs: Syntax: Assistant Professor, University of Toronto

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Date: Thu, 09 Feb 2017 14:37:30
From: Keren Rice [lingdept at chass.utoronto.ca]
Subject: Syntax: Assistant Professor, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada

University or Organization: University of Toronto 
Department: Linguistics
Job Location: Toronto, Canada 
Web Address: http://linguistics.utoronto.ca/
Job Title: CLTA Assistant Professor - Syntax
Job Rank: Assistant Professor

Specialty Areas: Syntax 

Description:

The Department of Linguistics in the Faculty of Arts and Science at the
University of Toronto invites applications for a one year contractually
limited term appointment (CLTA) in the field of Syntax with a focus on
syntactic theory. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor,
commencing July 1, 2017 and ending on June 30, 2018.

The successful candidate must have earned a Ph.D. in Syntax by the date of
appointment, or shortly thereafter. Candidates must have a record of
excellence in research, and a demonstrated commitment to excellence in
teaching. Evidence of excellence in research can be demonstrated by
publications, output of research or a research pipeline that is at a high
international level, presentations at significant conferences, and strong
endorsements from referees of high international standing. Evidence of
excellence in teaching can be demonstrated by a strong statement of teaching
philosophy, teaching accomplishments, and strong letters of reference. 
Responsibilities will include teaching and supervision at the undergraduate
and graduate levels and teaching courses in morphology and syntax at both
levels, with other courses to be determined.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

More information on the University of Toronto (http://www.utoronto.ca) and the
Department of Linguistics (http://linguistics.utoronto.ca) can be found on
their respective websites. All qualified candidates are invited to apply
online by clicking on the link below. Applications should include a cover
letter of no more than 2 single-spaced pages, a curriculum vitae, a research
statement, a teaching statement, and evidence of teaching ability. Applicants
should also arrange to have three signed letters of reference (on letterhead),
preferably in PDF format, sent directly by the referee to Professor Keren Rice
at the address lingdept at chass.utoronto.ca with the subject line: "Syntax Job –
(your full name)". If you have questions about this position, please contact
lingdept at chass.utoronto.ca. 

All application materials should be submitted online and received by March 15,
2017. Submission guidelines can be found at: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. We
recommend combining attached documents into one or two files in PDF/MS Word
format. The online system can accommodate up to 15 attachments per candidate
(8.3 MB max. per attachment).

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its
community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons /
persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America,
persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the
further diversification of ideas.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity
Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is
confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources
staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For
more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and
permanent residents will be given priority.

Application Deadline: 15-Mar-2017 

Web Address for Applications: https://utoronto.taleo.net/careersection/10050/jobdetail.ftl?job=1700160 
Contact Information:
	Professor Keren Rice 
	Email: lingdept at chass.utoronto.ca 
	Phone: 416-978-4029 

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