LINGUIST List 9.1335

Sat Sep 26 1998

Jobs: German, Korean SLA

Editor for this issue: Scott Fults <scottlinguistlist.org>

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  • Tom Lovik, German Second Lang Acquisition
  • Mitsuaki Shimojo, Korean language position

    Message 1: German Second Lang Acquisition

     Date: Thu, 24 Sep 1998 15:58:02 -0400
    From: Tom Lovik <lovikpilot.msu.edu>
    Subject: German Second Lang Acquisition


    The German Program at Michigan State University seeks a tenure-track assistant professor with a specialization in second language acquisition or applied linguistics with an emphasis on German. The successful candidate should have an active research agenda or proven scholarly record and be able to collaborate on research projects in the national Center for Language Education and Research (CLEAR) at MSU. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate German classes and graduate courses. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to innovative undergraduate and graduate program development, to enhancing study abroad opportunities, and to fostering links to other constituencies on and off campus, as reflected by the land grant mission. Candidates with secondary expertise in technology-related language learning or business German are highly desired. PhD or equivalent required. Native or near-native proficiency in English and German essential. Candidates should send letter of application, vita, three letters of recommendation, and, if available, evidence of teaching effectiveness to:

    George F. Peters, Chair, Department of Linguistics and Languages Wells Hall A-615 Michigan State University East Lansing, MI 48824-1027

    Consideration begins Nov. 6, 1998 and continues until the position is filled. We anticipate interviewing at the AATG meeting in Chicago in November. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply. MSU is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action University.

    http://polyglot.cal.msu.edu/linglang/german.html petersgpilot.msu.edu

    Committee chair: Thomas Lovik (Lovikpilot.msu.edu)

    Message 2: Korean language position

     Date: Fri, 25 Sep 1998 17:45:01 -0400 (EDT)
    From: Mitsuaki Shimojo <shimojoacsu.buffalo.edu>
    Subject: Korean language position


    Department of Modern Languages and Literatures, State University of New York at Buffalo invites applications for an assistant professor position in Korean language beginning August, 1999. Teach undergraduate Korean language (especially third/fourth year) and culture courses (e.g., Introduction to Korea, The Korean-American Experience), supervise independent study, participate in curriculum development, occasionally teach required undergraduate courses in American Pluralism or World Civilization. Conduct research and pursue outside funding. Candidates must 1) hold the PhD in Korean/Korean Studies (linguistics and/or literature) with a background in foreign language pedagogy; computer-assisted instruction, 2) have native or near-native proficiency in Korean, 3) have strong teaching credentials, 4) have administrative experience, 5) provide leadership in the development of the Korean language and culture program, as well as provide support for the programs in East Asian Languages and Cultures and Social Sciences Interdisciplinary/East Asian Studies, 6) work collaboratively and cooperatively in a program that utilizes a team-teaching approach at the first- and second-year levels. Send cover letter, CV, dossier to:

    Chair of Korean Search Committee Dept. of Modern Languages and Literatures SUNY-Buffalo Buffalo, NY 14260-4620

    All materials must be received by December 4, 1998. SUNY Buffalo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

    **************** Mitsuaki Shimojo Department of Modern Languages and Literatures 910 Clemens Hall, State University of New York at Buffalo Buffalo, NY 14260-4620 USA Phone: 716-645-2191 ext. 1195 Fax: 716-645-5981 E-mail: shimojoacsu.buffalo.edu