33.3251, Jobs: Spanish; Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Sociolinguistics; Translation: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Spanish Linguistics or Applied Linguistics, University of Alabama at Birmingham

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LINGUIST List: Vol-33-3251. Tue Oct 25 2022. ISSN: 1069 - 4875.

Subject: 33.3251, Jobs: Spanish; Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Sociolinguistics; Translation: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Spanish Linguistics or Applied Linguistics, University of Alabama at Birmingham

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Date: Tue, 25 Oct 2022 22:53:03
From: Lourdes Sánchez-López [lourdes at uab.edu]
Subject: Spanish; Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Sociolinguistics; Translation: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Spanish Linguistics or Applied Linguistics, University of Alabama at Birmingham, AL, USA

 
University or Organization: University of Alabama at Birmingham 
Department: World Languages and Literatures
Job Location: Alabama, USA 
Web Address: https://www.uab.edu/cas/languages/
Job Title: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Spanish Linguistics or Applied Linguistics
Job Rank: Assistant Professor

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Sociolinguistics; Translation; Languages for Specific Purposes

Required Language(s): Spanish (spa)

Description:

The University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of World Languages and
Literatures invites applications for a full-time, nine-month appointment,
tenure-track Assistant Professor position of Spanish with specialization in
linguistics or applied linguistics.  We are seeking candidates with a strong
background in language pedagogy, genuine interest in languages for specific
purposes, and a commitment to pursue a high-quality scholarly activity in
their field of specialty. The successful candidate will be instrumental in
helping to grow and expand the Applied Professional Spanish Major. The
position requires (1) teaching undergraduate Spanish language courses at all
levels and a variety of upper-level courses including Spanish for Specific
Purposes courses, as well as introductory culture courses and advanced
seminars in English as part of the Major in World Languages; and teaching
graduate-level courses as part of the Master of Arts in Education in Spanish
(School of Education); (2) conducting and publishing research commensurate
with a research-intensive university; and (3) engaging in departmental,
college and university service. Candidates who incorporate technology and
innovative and interdisciplinary approaches to teaching the language and
culture will be strongly considered. 

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) treasures the rich diversity of our
student body, and we are committed to their success. Members of the CAS
community are expected to reflect our value for inclusive excellence in both
our work and learning environment as well as in our efforts to serve and
engage the community.

The successful candidate must have native or near-native fluency in Spanish
and English and must have a Ph.D. in hand by the time of appointment (August
15, 2023), although ABDs may be considered at the time of offer. We also
strongly encourage applications from individuals who will contribute to
diversity and equity in higher education.

Applications should include: 
 - a cover letter (describing teaching, scholarship and interest in languages
for specific purposes); 
 - CV; 
 - transcripts; 
 - Teaching Philosophy; 
 - Research Statement; 
 - writing sample; and 
 - three professional letters of recommendation.

Interested applicants please follow the link below to apply. Review of
complete applications will begin on November 14, 2022 and continue until the
position is filled.

Known for its innovative and interdisciplinary approach to education at both
the graduate and undergraduate levels, the University of Alabama at
Birmingham, a part of the University of Alabama System, is an internationally
renowned research university and academic medical center with over $600
million in research awards annually, as well as Alabama’s largest single
employer, with some 26,000 employees, and has an annual economic impact
exceeding more than $7.15 billion on the state. The pillars of UAB’s mission
include education, research, innovation and economic development, community
engagement, and patient care. Learn more at https://www.uab.edu/home/.



Application Deadline:  (Open until filled)
	  
Web Address for Applications: https://uab.peopleadmin.com/postings/16757 
Contact Information:
	Dr. Lourdes Sánchez-López 
	Email: lourdes at uab.edu 
	Phone: 1-(205) 934-4652 


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