FW: Assistant Professor Toronto - Finnish Language, Literature and Culture

[Johanna Laakso]

Dear All,

forwarded, a job announcement from Toronto. For any further information
please contact the Toronto Slavic Dept.

Best
JL
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Univ.-Prof. Dr. Johanna Laakso
Universität Wien, Institut für Europäische und Vergleichende Sprach- und
Literaturwissenschaft (EVSL) | Abteilung Finno-Ugristik
Universitätscampus Spitalgasse 2-4 Hof 7, A-1090 Wien
Tel. +43 1 4277 43019, (VoIP) +43 599664 43019 | Fax +43 1 4277 9430
johanna.laakso at univie.ac.at | http://homepage.univie.ac.at/Johanna.Laakso/


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Datum: Thu, 26 Feb 2009 16:18:30 -0600
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Betreff: Assistant Professor Toronto - Finnish Language, Literature and
Culture


Dear colleagues,

I enclose an announcement of a position available in my department,
effective July 1, 2009.  I would be most grateful if you would draw it to
the attention of qualified candidates. Please note the closing date of March
27th, 2009.

Sincerely,

Christina E. Kramer
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Christina E. Kramer, Professor and Chair
Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures
121 St. Joseph St. Room 431
Toronto ON M5S 1J4
416-926-1300 ext. 3221
ce.kramer at utoronto.ca

 ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - FINNISH  LANGUAGE, LITERATURE AND CULTURE,
FINNO-UGRIC STUDIES - Ad #0900123

The Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures at the University of
Toronto invites applications for a  contractually limited five-year
appointment at the rank of  Assistant Professor in Finnish Language,
Literature and Culture beginning July 1, 2009.

The successful candidate should  have a Ph.D. in Finnish Language,
Literature, and Culture by the time of appointment. The candidate must show:
expertise in teaching  Finnish language, literature and culture,  broadly
defined; promise or significant achievement in research and publication; and
demonstrated excellence in university teaching. Excellent (native or  near
native) knowledge of Finnish and of English is required.,

Knowledge of current teaching methodologies,  culture-based instruction,
and use of technology is an asset as is prior teaching  experience in
Finnish as a second language at the University level is an asset.

The successful candidate will teach three undergraduate courses in language,
literature and culture (both in the original and in translation). In
addition,  the candidate will be expected to develop the curriculum of the
Finnish Studies program, and to organize Finnish extra-curricular events.

Interest in comparative or  interdisciplinary fields, such as Finnish
folklore,  literature,  film studies, or other areas of cultural studies,
is highly  desirable. Salary to be commensurate with qualifications and
experience.

Candidates are encouraged to apply online at the link below. Alternatively,
candidates may send their applications in hard copy to the department. No
e-mail applications will be accepted. Applicants are requested to send,
either as attachments to their online applications or as part of the hard
copy packages, a letter
detailing their research and teaching interests,  a curriculum vitae,  a
short writing sample,  and to have three confidential letters of
recommendation sent under separate cover to:

Professor Christina E.  Kramer,  Chair
Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures
Alumni Hall,  121 St. Joseph Street
Toronto,  Ontario M5S 1J4.
 
Completed applications should be received in the department by March  27,
2009.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its
community and especially welcomes applications  from visible minority group
members,  women,  Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities,  members of
sexual minority groups, and  others who may contribute to further
diversification of ideas.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and
permanent residents will be given priority.

For more information about the Department of Slavic Languages, please visit
our home page at: http://www.utoronto.ca/slavic/.

Apply Online at: http://www.jobs.utoronto.ca/faculty.htm
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