35.1630, Jobs: German, General Linguistics: Ast/Asc Professor - Tenure System, Michigan State University

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Subject: 35.1630, Jobs: German, General Linguistics: Ast/Asc Professor - Tenure System, Michigan State University

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Date: 31-May-2024
From: Tony Ngo [tony at jobelephant.com]
Subject: German, General Linguistics: Ast/Asc Professor - Tenure System, Michigan State University


University or Organization: Michigan State University
Job Location: Michigan, USA
Job Title: Ast/Asc Professor - Tenure System
Job Rank: Asst/Assoc Professor

Specialty Areas: General Linguistics

Required Language(s): German (deu)

Description:

Ast/Asc Professor - Tenure System

The Department of Linguistics, Languages, and Cultures (LiLaC) at
Michigan State University is seeking a tenure system Assistant
Professor or Associate Professor in German Studies with a
specialization at the intersection of language and culture (e.g.,
applied linguistics, sociolinguistics, social perspectives on second
language acquisition). Well-qualified and experienced candidates may
be considered for the associate professor rank with or without tenure.
The position is a full-time, academic year (9 month) appointment,
beginning August 16, 2025. The duty period runs from August 16 through
May 15 of each year.

We seek candidates with active teaching and research interests in
social justice issues in (applied) linguistics. Areas of
specialization may include: language use, variation, and change;
social perspectives on second language acquisition; social justice
issues in multilingualism. We are especially interested in candidates
working on global and/or digital German-speaking communities. We are
open to a wide range of methodological orientations and modes of
engaging students, which will expand the spirit of interdisciplinarity
that characterizes German at MSU. We especially invite candidates who
can expand and enrich the existing strengths of the program through
their lived experiences, research, teaching, and service.

The successful candidate will contribute to the German Studies
Program’s mission and vision in research, teaching, and community
engagement. The standard teaching assignment (2-2) includes graduate
and undergraduate courses. The MSU German Studies faculty are
committed to contributing to all levels of the curriculum from
lower-level language courses to graduate seminars as well as the
College of Arts & Letters’ general education program. German Studies
courses are typically taught in German and general education courses
in English. This appointment will be 100% in the German Studies
Program in the Department of Linguistics, Languages, and Cultures,
which is also home to the Linguistics and Applied Linguistics
programs.

Minimum Requirements

 - Doctoral degree in German Studies, Linguistics, Applied
Linguistics, or a related field; preferably degree in hand by Aug. 16,
2025.
 - Excellent written and oral communication skills in German and
English.

Desired Qualifications

 - Record of excellence in scholarly work, which may include
traditional publications as well as public scholarship and/or applied
scholarship.
 - Robust intellectual leadership agenda in (applied) linguistics at
the intersection of language and culture with a social justice focus.
 - Evidence of teaching excellence, and interest in or experience with
mentoring/supervision.
 - Experience with/interest in education abroad, language program
coordination, and/or community engagement.

Required Application Materials

Qualified applicants should submit:
 a. a cover letter.
 b. current curriculum vitae.
 c. A 1-page summary of philosophy of diversity, equity, and inclusion
as it pertains to intellectual leadership in the areas of
teaching/curriculum development, research/creative activities,
service, outreach, advising, and/or administration.
 d. the names and email addresses of 3 potential referees.

Review of these materials will begin on August 25, 2024.

For full description, see: https://apptrkr.com/5292490

Mailing Address for Applications:
Web Address for Applications: https://apptrkr.com/5292490
Contact Information:
        Senta Goertler
        Email: goertler at msu.edu



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