34.444, Jobs: English; General Linguistics; Syntax: Visiting Assistant Professor of Linguistics, Syntax, Western Washington University

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LINGUIST List: Vol-34-444. Thu Feb 02 2023. ISSN: 1069 - 4875.

Subject: 34.444, Jobs: English; General Linguistics; Syntax: Visiting Assistant Professor of Linguistics, Syntax, Western Washington University

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Date: Thu, 02 Feb 2023 01:49:43
From: Sara Helms [helmss at wwu.edu]
Subject: English; General Linguistics; Syntax: Visiting Assistant Professor of Linguistics, Syntax, Western Washington University, Bellingham, WA, USA

 
University or Organization: Western Washington University 
Department: Linguistics
Job Location: Washington, USA 
Web Address: https://chss.wwu.edu/linguistics
Job Title: Visiting Assistant Professor of Linguistics, Syntax
Job Rank: Visiting Assistant Professor

Specialty Areas: General Linguistics; Syntax 

Required Language(s): English (eng)

Description:

The Department of Linguistics at Western Washington University is inviting
applications for a one year Visiting Assistant Professor beginning September
2023, pending final budget approval. We seek a specialist in syntax with
demonstrated ability to teach a range of undergraduate courses. The successful
candidate will also be expected to fulfill teaching and mentoring
responsibilities in ways that provide equitable and inclusive learning
environments for all students. The applicant would be expected to teach a core
course in morphosyntax, an advanced course in syntax, an English grammar
class, and introductory linguistics. The expected teaching load is 7 courses a
year on a 10-week quarter system (i.e., teaching 2 courses in each of three
quarters per year plus an Honors course).  

Required Qualifications: 
 - PhD at time of application OR ABD at time of application; 
 - Specialization in syntax and ability to teach introductory and advanced
syntax and morphosyntax (undergraduate); 
 - Demonstrated evidence of strong teaching ability; 
 - Ability to work effectively with diverse students and colleagues, including
a demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating learning environments
that are equitable and inclusive of students with diverse social identities
and backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications: 
 - Demonstrated commitment to excellence in scholarship and a dynamic research
agenda

Application Instructions: 
To be considered for the position, application materials must be submitted via
WWU’s PageUp, Western's online employment management system. Candidates should
upload the following as part of a complete application: 
 - a letter of application specifically addressing the qualifications; 
 - a CV; 
 - a separate statement addressing their demonstrated ability and commitment
to cultivating learning and working environments that are equitable and
inclusive of students, faculty, and staff with diverse social identities and
backgrounds; and evidencing their commitment to fulfill teaching and mentoring
responsibilities in ways that provide equitable and inclusive learning
environments for all students (see https://www.wwu.edu/diversity); 
 - evidence of successful teaching (e.g., philosophy on teaching, student
evaluations, course materials, etc.); 
 - graduate transcripts; 
 - the names and contact information of three professional references. Do not
send letters of recommendation; three letters of recommendation will be
required and these will be requested of candidates' referees via the PageUp
system; and
 - If ABD, include verification of status from graduate school office, your
major professor, or the department chair. Finalists may be asked for student
course evaluations if they were not provided with the application. For
questions regarding the position, application process, or department, contact
Sara Helms, Department Manager (see information below).

Additional information can be found via the link below.



Application Deadline: 01-Mar-2023 
	  
Web Address for Applications: https://hr.wwu.edu/careers-faculty?job=500501 
Contact Information:
	Ms. Sara Helms 
	Email: helmss at wwu.edu 
	Phone: 360-650-3914 


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