29.3829, Jobs: Chinese, Mandarin; Applied Linguistics: Rank Open, West Virginia University

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Subject: 29.3829, Jobs: Chinese, Mandarin; Applied Linguistics: Rank Open, West Virginia University

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Date: Thu, 04 Oct 2018 12:06:23
From: Manal AlNatour [manal.alnatour at mail.wvu.edu]
Subject: Chinese, Mandarin; Applied Linguistics: Rank Open, West Virginia University, USA

 
University or Organization: West Virginia University 
Department: Department of World Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Job Location: West Virginia, USA 
Web Address: http://worldlanguages.wvu.edu
Job Title: Open Rank Faculty Position - Chinese Studies
Job Rank: Rank Open

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics 

Required Language(s): Chinese, Mandarin (cmn)

Description:

The West Virginia University Department of World Languages, Literatures, and
Linguistics invites applications for a faculty position in Chinese
Studies beginning August 2019. Depending on qualifications and seniority, the
appointment may be made at the advanced assistant professor level, at the
tenured associate professor level, or higher. Applicants with exceptional
qualifications will be nominated for the J. Vance & Florence Highland Johnson
Professor in Chinese Studies. 

The successful candidate will have the following responsibilities: 
- Teaching Chinese language classes, content classes at the undergraduate and
graduate levels, and potentially online classes; 
- Maintaining an active research agenda; and 
- Coordinating the Chinese studies program and graduate teaching assistants. 

This position, which is based on a nine-month contract, requires demonstrated
excellence in university-level teaching with abilities in coordination and/or
program administration; a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Chinese, Linguistics,
Applied Linguistics, or a closely related field; ability to maintain an active
research program; and excellent communication skills in both English and
Chinese. 
 
The department offers M.A. degree programs in Spanish, Linguistics, and TESOL
(Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), enrolling approximately
60-70 full-time graduate students from around the world, with the majority of
those holding teaching assistantships. We also offer B.A.s and minors in a
range of programs, including French, German, Spanish, Chinese Studies, Italian
Studies, Latin American Studies, Russian Studies, and Slavic and East European
Studies. Additionally, we offer minors in Foreign Literature/Culture in
Translation, Japanese Studies, Arabic Studies, Linguistics, and TESOL. 
 
WVU is a comprehensive land-grant university that enrolls 29,000 students. It
is classified as “highest research activity” by the Carnegie Foundation. The
Morgantown campus is situated along the Monongahela River and Rail Trail is
within easy traveling distance of Washington, D.C. to the east, Pittsburgh,
PA., to the north, and Cleveland and Columbus, Ohio, to the west. Morgantown
is a safe, inclusive, and family-friendly community. WVU provides faculty
members with a supportive environment for developing a visible and productive
career. WVU also offers a Dual Career Program to assist partners in their
career transition and job search, and belongs to the OH/Western PA/WV Higher
Education Recruitment Consortium (https://www.hercjobs.org/oh-western-pa-wv).
 
To apply, please visit the application link provided below and upload: 
- A letter of application outlining your interest in, and qualifications for,
the position; 
- Your curriculum vitae; 
- A teaching and mentoring philosophy; 
- A professional, single-authored writing sample; 
- Teaching evaluations from two classes; and 
- Graduate transcript(s) (unofficial is acceptable). 

In addition, have at least three professional recommendation letters sent
to WLLLSearch at mail.wvu.edu. Additional materials might be requested of
finalists. Applications will be processed until the position is filled but
those received by November 12, 2018, will receive priority consideration. For
further information, contact Manal AlNatour, chair of the search committee,
atmanal.alnatour at mail.wvu.edu
 
WVU is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and welcomes applications from all
qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with
disabilities, and veterans.



Application Deadline: 07-Dec-2018 
	  
Web Address for Applications: https://bit.ly/2IDdUnP 
Contact Information:
	Dr. Manal AlNatour 
	Email: manal.alnatour at mail.wvu.edu 


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