Deadline: 10 January 2011
California State University, Fresno
College of Arts and Humanities
Linguistics Vacancy # 11579
Linguistics and Japanese Language
Assistant Professor - Linguistics
• Available for Academic Year: 2011/2012.
• Fresno State has been recognized as a Community Engagement University by The Carnegie
Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.
• Fresno State has been recognized as a Hispanic-serving institution.
• Faculty members gain a clear path to tenure through the University's Probationary Plan Process.
• Salary placement depends upon academic preparation and professional experience. In some
circumstances, exceptional faculty may be considered for appointment at a higher rank.
• Instructional Level: Undergraduate and Graduate
• Part of a University-wide World Cultures and Globalization Cohort 2010
Position Characteristics: The successful applicant will teach Japanese courses at all levels, courses in general or applied Linguistics, and General Education courses. The successful applicant will also coordinate the Minor in Japanese. Area of specialization open. This position is part of a cohort of new faculty with an emphasis in world cultures, globalization and international education, and as such there are unique opportunities for the successful candidate to pursue integrative research efforts, collaborative projects, and shared program/course developments within the cohort. Specific assignments will depend on departmental needs. Other duties will include, but are not limited to, advising students, participating in program development, research and problem solving activities, and committee service at all levels of university governance. The successful candidate may be called upon to teach in a distance-learning mode and encouraged to develop web-enhanced and/or web-based instruction. Outcomes assessment and service learning are important components of the university curriculum. Faculty members are also expected to engage in service activities at all levels of the university and provide academic and professional advice to students. The successful candidate will be expected to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with faculty.
Academic Preparation: Ph.D. in Linguistics or very closely related field from an accredited institution or equivalent is required for appointment to a tenure track position.
Teaching Or Other Experience: Evidence of quality teaching in Japanese as a foreign language courses. Candidates are expected to demonstrate a commitment to and potential for teaching excellence and scholarly activity at the university level. Candidates with a record of publications, presentations, and/or participation in grant activities are strongly preferred. The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Equal Employment Opportunity: California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Order 883 prohibits discrimination and Executive Order 927 prohibits harassment on the basis of protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity, per HR 2004-12), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Retaliation against individuals for complaining about proscribed conduct, opposing such conduct, or participating in an investigation or proceeding involving such conduct is prohibited by both executive orders. Further, California State University, Fresno's statement of commitment to equal employment opportunity principles is also found in the various collective bargaining agreements.
Application Instructions: Submit online application at http://jobs.csufresno.edu/ and attach the following materials: (a) current CV; (b) letter of application indicating specific qualifications for the position; (c) three recent letters of recommendation (in addition, please list 3 additional references with phone numbers and email addresses); (d) recent publication(s); (e) recent evidence of quality teaching in Japanese as a foreign language courses; (f) unofficial graduate transcripts.
Open Until Filled: To ensure the full consideration, applicants should submit all application materials by 1/10/2011. Searches automatically close on 4/30/2011 if not filled.
More information here.
California State University, Fresno
College of Arts and Humanities
Linguistics Vacancy # 11579
Linguistics and Japanese Language
Assistant Professor - Linguistics
• Available for Academic Year: 2011/2012.
• Fresno State has been recognized as a Community Engagement University by The Carnegie
Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.
• Fresno State has been recognized as a Hispanic-serving institution.
• Faculty members gain a clear path to tenure through the University's Probationary Plan Process.
• Salary placement depends upon academic preparation and professional experience. In some
circumstances, exceptional faculty may be considered for appointment at a higher rank.
• Instructional Level: Undergraduate and Graduate
• Part of a University-wide World Cultures and Globalization Cohort 2010
Position Characteristics: The successful applicant will teach Japanese courses at all levels, courses in general or applied Linguistics, and General Education courses. The successful applicant will also coordinate the Minor in Japanese. Area of specialization open. This position is part of a cohort of new faculty with an emphasis in world cultures, globalization and international education, and as such there are unique opportunities for the successful candidate to pursue integrative research efforts, collaborative projects, and shared program/course developments within the cohort. Specific assignments will depend on departmental needs. Other duties will include, but are not limited to, advising students, participating in program development, research and problem solving activities, and committee service at all levels of university governance. The successful candidate may be called upon to teach in a distance-learning mode and encouraged to develop web-enhanced and/or web-based instruction. Outcomes assessment and service learning are important components of the university curriculum. Faculty members are also expected to engage in service activities at all levels of the university and provide academic and professional advice to students. The successful candidate will be expected to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with faculty.
Academic Preparation: Ph.D. in Linguistics or very closely related field from an accredited institution or equivalent is required for appointment to a tenure track position.
Teaching Or Other Experience: Evidence of quality teaching in Japanese as a foreign language courses. Candidates are expected to demonstrate a commitment to and potential for teaching excellence and scholarly activity at the university level. Candidates with a record of publications, presentations, and/or participation in grant activities are strongly preferred. The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Equal Employment Opportunity: California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Order 883 prohibits discrimination and Executive Order 927 prohibits harassment on the basis of protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity, per HR 2004-12), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Retaliation against individuals for complaining about proscribed conduct, opposing such conduct, or participating in an investigation or proceeding involving such conduct is prohibited by both executive orders. Further, California State University, Fresno's statement of commitment to equal employment opportunity principles is also found in the various collective bargaining agreements.
Application Instructions: Submit online application at http://jobs.csufresno.edu/ and attach the following materials: (a) current CV; (b) letter of application indicating specific qualifications for the position; (c) three recent letters of recommendation (in addition, please list 3 additional references with phone numbers and email addresses); (d) recent publication(s); (e) recent evidence of quality teaching in Japanese as a foreign language courses; (f) unofficial graduate transcripts.
Open Until Filled: To ensure the full consideration, applicants should submit all application materials by 1/10/2011. Searches automatically close on 4/30/2011 if not filled.
More information here.
