LINGUIST List 8.541

Fri Apr 18 1997

Jobs: Japanese, Finno-Ugric Studies

Editor for this issue: T. Daniel Seely <seelylinguistlist.org>

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  • Yuki Johnson, Japanese Language Lecturer
  • H.J. Sasse, Finno-Ugric Studies

    Message 1: Japanese Language Lecturer

     Date: Fri, 18 Apr 1997 10:04:28 -0400 (EDT)
    From: Yuki Johnson <yukijohnumich.edu>
    Subject: Japanese Language Lecturer


    University of Michigan Department of Asian Languages and Cultures seeks cndidates for Japanese Language Lecturer

    The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, invites applications for a two year lecturer position in Japanese language beginning September 1, 1997. Native or near-native fluency in Japanese and excellent command of English are required. Preference is given to applicants with an M.A. Degree or higher in Linguistics, Foreign Language Education, or TESOL/TESL, and with experience at the college level teaching Japanese to English-speaking students using various teaching techniques. Candidates with experience teaching at a variety of levels and with knowledge of proficiency-oriented instruction are especially welcome, as are those with ability or experience in Computer Assisted Instruction (CAI) and/or computer programming.

    We seek energetic, collaborative candidates with innovative ideas about teaching language in a large university setting. Interested candidates should send a letter of application, CV, and three letters of recommendation no later than May 15th to:

    Japanese Lecturer Search Committee Deparment of Asian Languages and Cultures University of Michigan 3070 Frieze Bldg., Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1285.

    The University of Michigan is a non-discriminatory/Affirmative Action employer.

    For detailed information, contact Yuki Johnson, Japanese Language Coordinator. E-mail: yukijohnumich.edu or phone: 313-747-2091.

    Message 2: Finno-Ugric Studies

     Date: Fri, 18 Apr 1997 17:13:54 +0200
    From: H.J. Sasse <Hj.SasseUni-Koeln.DE>
    Subject: Finno-Ugric Studies


    UNIVERSITY OF COLOGNE Germany

    The Philosophical Faculty of the University of Cologne announces the opening of a position for a

    PROFESSOR (C 3) OF FINNO-UGRIC STUDIES (tenured)

    The candidate should have a primary specialization in Finnish Linguistics (preferably including further languages of the Baltic-Finnic group) as well as in Finnish Literature and Area Studies. Responsibilities: Undergraduate and graduate teaching in Finnish Language and Literature, languages of the Baltic-Finnic group, Finno-Ugric Linguistics, Finnish Area Studies; student advisement, scholarly research; and Faculty committee assignments. A strong commitment to designing a study program and an official curriculum during the establishing phase of the new branch of Finno-Ugric studies at the University of Cologne is essential. Qualifications: Ph.D. and "habilitation" (or equivalent qualification) in Finnish and/or Finno-Ugric Studies, pedagogical ability, sufficient proficiency in the German language. The candidate should preferably be a native speaker of one of the Baltic-Finnic languages (Finnish, Estonian,...).

    Candidates should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, list of publications, list of courses taught, and documents on academic degrees and titles to the following address:

    Dekan der Philosophischen Fakultaet der Universitaet zu Koeln, Albertus-Magnus-Platz, D-50923 Koeln.

    The University of Cologne is an EO employer.