LINGUIST List 9.1489

Sat Oct 24 1998

Jobs: Slavic Ling, Spanish Ling

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

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  • Terry Nadasdi, Slavic Linguistics; Asst Prof at U. of Alberta
  • Terry Nadasdi, Spanish Linguistics; Asst Prof at U. of Alberta

    Message 1: Slavic Linguistics; Asst Prof at U. of Alberta

     Date: Fri, 23 Oct 1998 10:59:10 -0600
    From: Terry Nadasdi <terry.nadasdiualberta.ca>
    Subject: Slavic Linguistics; Asst Prof at U. of Alberta


    SLAVIC LINGUISTICS POSITION

    The Faculty of Arts at the University of Alberta is engaged in extensive renewal of its staff and is committed to ensuring that the many new appointments anticipated over the next few years will secure for the future the lively and productive intellectual environment on which it prides itself.

    Applications are invited for a tenure-track position in Slavic Applied Linguistics, effective July 1, 1999, for an Assistant Professor, in the Department of Modern Languages and Cultural Studies. Entry level salary for assistant professors is currently $42,054. The successful candidate will have a PhD, native or near-native proficiency in Ukrainian and Russian, demonstrated research competence, and strong teaching potential. S/he should be strongly qualified in an area of Slavic linguistics, applied linguistics, or second language pedagogy. S/he will be expected to teach at the undergraduate and graduate level in the area of specialization, to teach core language courses in Ukrainian and in Russian, and to take on responsibilities in the coordination and management of these language programs.

    The Department is especially interested in hearing from applicants who are able to offer skills in one or more of the following areas: computer assisted language learning, translation, business Ukrainian or Russian, or language and cultural studies. A sound knowledge of a third Slavic language, or of a Germanic or Romance language would be an asset. The area of Applied Linguistics has become a major focal point in the Department and is expanding rapidly, and the successful candidate will work with a newly constituted group of linguists to develop courses and programs in this area.

    In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, this advertisement is directed to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, applications by other individuals will be considered.

    Applications, including a resume, all university transcripts, and three letters of recommendation, should be sent by February 8, 1999 to:

    Dr. Donald Bruce, Acting Chair Department of Modern Languages and Cultural Studies Germanic, Romance, Slavic, Arts 200 University of Alberta Edmonton, Alberta, CANADA T6G 2E6

    Inquiries may be directed to: dolores.wohlandualberta.ca; tel: 403-492-1997; fax: 403-492-9106.

    The University of Alberta is committed to the principle of equity in employment. As an employer, we welcome diversity in the workplace and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.

    Message 2: Spanish Linguistics; Asst Prof at U. of Alberta

     Date: Fri, 23 Oct 1998 11:00:16 -0600
    From: Terry Nadasdi <terry.nadasdiualberta.ca>
    Subject: Spanish Linguistics; Asst Prof at U. of Alberta


    SPANISH POSITION

    The Faculty of Arts at the University of Alberta is engaged in extensive renewal of its staff and is committed to ensuring that the many new appointments anticipated over the next few years will secure for the future the lively and productive intellectual environment on which it prides itself.

    Applications are invited for a tenure-track position in Spanish, effective July 1, 1999, for an Assistant Professor, in the Department of Modern Languages and Cultural Studies. Entry level salary for assistant professors is currently $42,054. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D., native or near-native proficiency in Spanish, demonstrated research competence, and strong teaching potential. S/he should be very well qualified in an area of Hispanic linguistics, applied linguistics, or second language pedagogy. S/he will be expected to teach at the undergraduate and graduate level in the area of specialization, to teach core language courses in Spanish and to take on responsibilities in the coordination and management of the language program.

    The Department is especially interested in hearing from applicants who are able to offer a secondary interest in one or more of the following areas: computer assisted language learning, translation, business Spanish, or language and cultural studies. A sound knowledge of another Romance language, or of a Germanic or Slavic language would be an asset. The area of Applied Linguistics has become a major focal point in the Department and is expanding rapidly. The successful candidate will work with a newly constituted group of applied linguists to develop courses and programs in this area.

    In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, this advertisement is directed to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, applications by other individuals will be considered.

    Applications, including a rsum, all university transcripts, and three letters of recommendation, should be sent by December 1, 1998 to:

    Dr. Donald Bruce, Acting Chair Department of Modern Languages and Cultural Studies: Germanic, Romance, Slavic, Arts 200 University of Alberta Edmonton, Alberta, CANADA T6G 2E6

    Inquiries may be directed to: dolores.wohlandualberta.ca; tel: 403-492-1997; fax: 403-492-9106.

    The University of Alberta is committed to the principle of equity in employment. As an employer, we welcome diversity in the workplace and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.