33.1857, Jobs: Anthropological Linguistics: Visiting Assistant Professor – Linguistic Anthropology, University of South Carolina

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Subject: 33.1857, Jobs: Anthropological Linguistics: Visiting Assistant Professor – Linguistic Anthropology, University of South Carolina

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Date: Thu, 26 May 2022 13:24:16
From: Atieno Adongo [adongoa at mailbox.sc.edu]
Subject: Anthropological Linguistics: Visiting Assistant Professor – Linguistic Anthropology, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, USA

 
University or Organization: University of South Carolina 
Department: Anthropology
Job Location: South Carolina, USA 
Web Address: https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/artsandsciences/anthropology/
Job Title: Visiting Assistant Professor – Linguistic Anthropology
Job Rank: Visiting Assistant Professor

Specialty Areas: Anthropological Linguistics 


Description:

The Department of Anthropology at the University of South Carolina invites
applicants for a Visiting Assistant Professorship in linguistic anthropology
beginning August 16, 2022. We seek applicants who have conducted
ethnographically grounded research with a commitment to social justice (which
includes sociolinguistic justice), and whose theoretical and methodological
approach to the study of language complements the existing expertise of
faculty within the Department of Anthropology well as in the Interdepartmental
Linguistics Graduate Program. Geographical area and language(s) of
specialization are open. Successful candidates must demonstrate an ability to
teach courses from introductory to advanced levels courses in linguistic
anthropology (undergraduate and graduate) and be comfortable offering topical
undergraduate courses that articulate well with our four field training in
anthropology. 

Minimum Qualifications:  
 - We seek candidates with a Ph.D. by the start date of the appointment with
training in linguistic anthropology, preferably in an anthropology program,
although applicants trained in linguistic anthropology within a linguistics
program or closely related program will also be considered.
 - Demonstrated inclusive excellence teaching linguistic anthropology to
undergraduate students.
 - Experience teaching issues that concern diversity and inequality.

Preferred Qualifications: 
 - Expertise in either collaboration-based, antiracist, or anticolonial
teaching practices.
 - Experience teaching courses that scaffold methods for qualitative data
collection, analysis, and writing.
 - Commitment to teaching and/or mentoring first-generation, non-traditional,
and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) and LGBTQIA+ college
students.

Appointment Terms: 
This is a nine-month, non-tenure-track position to begin August 16, 2022. The
teaching load is 2:2 (i.e. two 3-credit courses per semester), with the
expectation of light service and undergraduate advising in Anthropology. The
salary for this position is $60,000. The appointment is for one-year,
renewable for a second year based on Dean’s approval, satisfactory
performance, departmental needs, and the availability of funding.  

The Department of Anthropology is highly committed to both undergraduate and
graduate instruction and mentoring, offering programs leading to bachelors,
masters, and Ph.D. degrees. For more information about the Department, please
visit http://artsandsciences.sc.edu/anth. The program provides all students
grounding in four field anthropology. The department is also committed to
furthering social justice initiatives, incorporating anti-racist methodologies
into teaching and research programs.  
 
To Apply: 
All applicants must fill out an online application through the University’s
online employment system “USC Jobs” at the application link below. Candidates
must upload the following application materials:
 - A cover letter
 - Curriculum vitae
 - A sample syllabus on language, culture & society
 - Teaching statement (including teaching philosophy, teaching experience,
commitment to effective and inclusive learning, concepts for new course
development, etc.)
 - The names of three referees with contact information. 

Inquiries may be directed to the Department Chair, Jennifer Reynolds, at the
email address below. 

Screening of applications will begin June 1, 2022 and will continue until the
position is filled.



Application Deadline: 01-Jun-2022 (Open until filled)
	  
Web Address for Applications: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/121468 
Contact Information:
	Dr. Jennifer Reynolds 
	Email: jreynold at mailbox.sc.edu 
	Phone: 1-(803)-777-2392 


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