Temporary Language Consultant

University of Kansas, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Lawrence, KANSAS

27278BR

Linguistics


Position Overview

The Department of Linguistics at the University of Kansas seeks to hire a part-time Me’phaa language consultant. Hours are flexible, and remote work is possible. The language consultant position is a collaborative position working in conjunction with a member of the department (and possibly additional consultants) to create materials that support Me’phaa language documentation and teaching.


Job Description

  • Identifying words, phrases, and other aspects of Me’phaa language and culture that will be important for language documentation and pedagogical work (20%)
  • Creating audio and video recordings (60%)
  • Helping create digital language resources (10%)
  • Data organization (5%)
  • Participating in team meetings (5%)

Position Requirements

Hybird


Required Qualifications

  • Advanced (or above) proficiency in Me’phaa (speaking and listening), as demonstrated in application materials.

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Speaking and listening expertise in the variety of Me’phaa used in Iliatenco, as demonstrated in application materials.
  • Familiarity with contemporary norms for writing Me’phaa, as demonstrated in application materials.

    • Contact Information to Applicants

    Philip Duncan
    [email protected]
    785-864-2882


    Additional Candidate Instruction

    A complete application will include a cover letter and a resume. Apply online and submit a letter describing your qualifications for this position. Only complete applications will be considered.

    Review of applications begins on Thursday March 7, 2024 and continues as needed to collect a pool of qualified applicants.  To ensure consideration, apply before the application review date.


    Advertised Salary Range

    $30/hour


    Application Review Begins

    07-Mar-2024


    Anticipated Start Date

    18-Mar-2024


    Primary Campus

    University of Kansas Lawrence Campus


    Employee Class

    U-Unclassified Professional Staff


    Work Schedule

    Part time, flexible, no more than 10 hours/week


    Work Location Assignment

    Hybrid


    Disclaimer

    The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, [email protected], Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.


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