36.604, Jobs: General Linguistics, Phonetics, Phonology: Limited Term Appointment (9 months), Saint Mary's University

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Subject: 36.604, Jobs: General Linguistics, Phonetics, Phonology: Limited Term Appointment (9 months), Saint Mary's University

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Date: 14-Feb-2025
From: Egor Tsedryk [egor.tsedryk at smu.ca]
Subject: General Linguistics, Phonetics, Phonology: Limited Term Appointment (9 months), Saint Mary's University

Job Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Web Address: https://www.smu.ca/linguistics/index.html
Job Title: Limited Term Appointment (9 months)
Job Rank: Assistant Professor, Instructor

Specialty Areas: General Linguistics; Phonetics; Phonology

Other Specialties: Experimental Methods; Applied Linguistics
Description:
The Program in Linguistics at Saint Mary’s University invites
applications for a 9-month limited-term appointment (including 4 weeks
for preparation) at the rank of Assistant Professor, to commence 1
August 2025. This is a contractually limited-term position, as
described in 10.1.10(c) of the Collective Agreement between the
University and the Faculty Union.
The primary responsibility of the successful candidate will be to
teach a standard load of 2.5 full course equivalents (FCE) at the
undergraduate level, as outlined below. Upon mutual agreement with the
Program Coordinator and an honours student, they may also supervise an
undergraduate honours thesis in Linguistics; this additional work
would be recognized with an honorarium in accordance with 16.5.1(c) of
the Collective Agreement. The successful candidate will also be
expected to hold regular office hours, to engage in scholarship, and
generally to be an active member of the Linguistics Program and of
Saint Mary’s University.
Courses to be taught:
LING 1200 – Introduction to Linguistics (1.0 FCE; fall 2025 and winter
2026; TR 11:30–12:45 p.m.)
LING 2309 – Phonetics (0.5 FCE; fall 2025; TR 4:00–5:15 p.m.)
LING 2310 – Sound Patterns in Language I (0.5 FCE; winter 2026; MW
2:30–3:45 p.m.)
LING 4510 – Topics in Applied Linguistics (0.5 FCE; winter 2026; TR
2:30–3:45 p.m.)
The specific topic for LING 4510 has not yet been set. Candidates are
encouraged to include in their application a brief proposal for a
topic.
All courses are expected to be taught in person on the Saint Mary’s
University campus. Course descriptions and academic regulations can be
found in the Undergraduate Academic Calendar, which is available
online at https://smu-ca-public.courseleaf.com/undergraduate/.

Application Deadline: 14-Mar-2025
Email Address for Applications: linguistics at smu.ca
Web Address for Applications:
https://www.smu.ca/linguistics/employment.html
Application Instructions:
Candidates should submit the following materials by e-mail to
linguistics at smu.ca:
- a letter of application outlining their qualifications for the
position and the specific combination of courses they propose to teach
- a curriculum vitæ
- a transcript (unofficial) of their postgraduate studies
- names and contact information of three referees who will be able to
comment on the candidate’s teaching and/or scholarship
All materials should be attached as .pdf files; multiple files may be
combined into a .zip or .gz archive. Reference letters need not be
sent at the time of application; referees will be contacted directly
if their input is required. All applications must be submitted on or
before 14 March 2025. Inquiries may be directed to the program
coordinator, Dr. Egor Tsedryk, at egor.tsedryk at smu.ca.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference
will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Salary,
benefits, and conditions of employment will be governed by the
Collective Agreement between Saint Mary’s University and the Saint
Mary’s University Faculty Union (SMUFU). A copy of the current
collective agreement can be found at
https://www.smu.ca/about/collective-agreements.html. Additional
information about working at Saint Mary’s can be found online at
https://www.smu.ca/about/working-at-smu.html.
At Saint Mary’s University, equity and diversity are integral to
excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to
fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we welcome
applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized
persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of
minority sexual orientation or gender identity and others who might
contribute to the growth and enrichment of our community. Applicants
are encouraged to self-identify. If you require accommodations during
the recruitment process, please contact hr at smu.ca.
Contact Information:
        Egor Tsedryk
        Email: egor.tsedryk at smu.ca

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