LINGUIST List 8.1399

Wed Oct 1 1997

Jobs: Japanese-CSU, Syntax-U Rochester

Editor for this issue: Martin Jacobsen <martylinguistlist.org>

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  • Yoko Pusavat, Japanese-CSU
  • Roberta Colon, Syntax-U Rochester

    Message 1: Japanese-CSU

     Date: Sat, 27 Sep 1997 20:30:16 +0000
    From: Yoko Pusavat <pusavatcsulb.edu>
    Subject: Japanese-CSU


    CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LONG BEACH DEPARTMENT OF Asian and Asian American Studies Tenure-Track Faculty Opening

    POSITION: Assistant or Associate Professor (Japanese)

    EFFECTIVE DATE: August 24, 1998

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D./Ed.D at the time of appointment for Assistant Professorship; doctorate and appropriate evidence of teaching and scholarly and creative activity for Associate Professorship. Appointment at the Associate Professor level possible with clearly demonstrable teaching and research experience commensurate with such an appointment. Candidates must have native or near native language competency, as well as substantial knowledge and appreciation of the target language culture. Ability to communicate effectively with an ethnically and culturally diverse community.

    DESIRED/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Expertise in the fields of second language acquisition, foreign language education, applied linguistics, and/or Japanese literature. Candidates with training and experience in language teaching, methodology and technology will be given preference. Also preferred are candidates who have conceptual knowledge of the language and basic understanding of the principles of linguistics and language acquisition. Expertise in writing grant proposals and a record of receiving grants.

    DUTIES: The appointee's normal teaching load will be 12 units per semester. He/she is responsible to teach all levels of Japanese courses and to develop new curriculum in accordance with his/her specialization and expertise. He/she may also teach courses in Asian Studies and/or Asian American Studies. The person chosen will also be expected to contribute to the department (1) through regular research and publication and (2) by participation in departmental and universitywide activities.

    SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with academic rank and professional experience. $37,140--$55,164 annually.

    REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION: Letter of application addressing qualifications; Resume; Three letters of recommendation; Transcript from institution awarding highest degree.

    (Employment is contingent upon proof of the legal right to work in the United States. This proof must be provided prior to employment at the University. An appointment is not final until proof is provided.)

    POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED (or recruitment canceled). Review of applications to begin January 1, 1998. Applications, required documentation, and/or requests for information should be addressed to: Professor Akira Miyazaki, Chair, Search Committee Department of Asian and Asian American Studies California State University, Long Beach 1250 Bellflower Boulevard Long Beach, CA 90840-1002

    In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, CSULB is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live, and work, in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility, and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual, without regard to economic status, ethnic background, political views, sexual orientation, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.

    California State University, Long Beach, in compliance with the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI and Title VII), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Rehabilitation Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, handicap, or age in any of its policies, procedures, or practices; nor does CSULB discriminate on the basis of marital status or sexual orientation. This discrimination policy covers all CSULB programs and activities, including employment.

    CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LONG BEACH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/TITLE IX EMPLOYER

    Message 2: Syntax-U Rochester

     Date: Tue, 30 Sep 1997 14:47:47 -0500
    From: Roberta Colon <colonling.rochester.edu>
    Subject: Syntax-U Rochester


    The Department of Linguistics, in conjunction with the Center for the Sciences of Language, is searching for a faculty member with a primary specialization in syntax. We encourage applications from all schools of syntactic theory, as well as candidates with interests in computation, typology, and language contact. A Ph.D. and an established record of excellence in teaching and research is required. We especially encourage applicants interested in actively contributing to a strong interdisciplinary training and research community. The faculty member will teach graduate and undergraduate courses in linguistics, and supervise graduate students with research interests in linguistics, computational linguistics, and psycholinguistics. Applicants should send a vita, articles and three letters of reference to the Syntax Search Committee, Department of Linguistics, Lattimore Hall, University of Rochester, RC Box 270096, Rochester, NY 14627-0096. For fullest consideration, applications should be received by December 15, l997. We are primarily targeting the search at junior candidates; however, outstanding candidates at the Associate Professor level are also encouraged to apply. The University of Rochester is an equal opportunity employer: Applications from women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged.