Instructor II – Linguistics and Language Studies

Field of Specialization: Linguistics
Academic Unit: Linguistics and Language Studies
Category of Appointment: Term
Rank/Position Title: Instructor II
Start Date: July 1st, 2024
Closing Date: April 30th, 2024

The School of Linguistics and Language Studies (SLALS) invites applications from qualified candidates for one-year appointment in Linguistics at the rank of Instructor II beginning July 1st , 2024.

A candidate with a specialization in psycholinguistics or first language acquisition with secondary specializations in morphology or syntax is preferred.

This is a teaching position with a load of 6 courses per year over Fall and Winter terms. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate courses to a culturally diverse student body. Some potential courses are: Child Language (at the 3rd year level), Language Processing and the Brain (at the 3rd year level), Linguistic Analysis (a 2nd year course taught once per term), and Introduction to Linguistics (1st year course taught once per term).

To see the full position posting, please visit Carleton University’s Deputy Provost’s website at https://carleton.ca/deputyprovost/jobs/academics/ .

The School’s Linguistics program is housed in a unit representing a rich diversity of perspectives on language, with degree programs in Linguistics and Applied Linguistics & Discourse Studies, as well as courses, minors or certificates in Arabic, Mandarin, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, and Russian, as well as Communication Courses for Disciplines and Professions and English as a Second Language for international students, immigrants, and refugees. Detailed information on the School can be found at http://www.carleton.ca/slals/ .

The position requires:

• PhD in Linguistics. Candidates close to completion will also be considered.
• Excellent experience in advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in the discipline and on campus.
• Demonstrated teaching excellence.
• Demonstrated potential for outstanding teaching contributions.
• Demonstrated aptitude for teaching courses at the undergraduate level.
• Excellent ability to contribute to the academic life of the Unit.

Applications should be submitted to Michael Rodgers, Director of SLaLS, at [email protected] . Letters of application should be accompanied by a curriculum vitae as well as a concise dossier that includes a statement of teaching and written evidence of teaching effectiveness. Three letters of reference will be requested upon shortlisting; these will be sent directly to the Director.

Please provide a statement that identifies your strengths and/or experience in advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in your teaching, service, and/or scholarly activities.

Please indicate in your application if you are currently legally eligible to work in Canada.

The closing date for receipt of applications is April 30th , 2024.

Located in Ottawa, Carleton is an innovative teaching and research institution with a tradition of leading change. Internationally recognized academics, staff, and researchers engage more than 31,000 students in over 100 programs of study. Carleton has long been known for promoting research excellence and connectedness and is involved in partnerships around the globe. With strong leadership, it enjoys a healthy financial position and our proximity to government and cultural institutions, media, and a thriving knowledge economy make Carleton and Ottawa a great place to work, learn, and live. Our picturesque campus is fully accessible and, along with award-winning student services, Carleton’s Paul Menton Centre for Students with Disabilities has been heralded as the gold standard for disability support services in Canada. Learn more about our university and the city of Ottawa at https://carleton.ca/deputyprovost/jobs/ .

Carleton University is committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our university including, but not limited to: women and gender equity-seeking groups; racialized individuals; Indigenous Peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation and/or expression. Furthermore, Carleton understands that career paths vary and interruptions will not prejudice the assessment process. We invite you to review our revitalized Indigenous strategy, Kinàmàgawin at https://carleton.ca/indigenousinitiatives/cu-files/kinamagawin/ and visit our Department of Equity and Inclusive Communities at http://carleton.ca/equity for information about our commitment to leadership in the areas of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Accessibility is a university strategic priority and applicants selected for an interview who require accommodations are invited to contact the Chair as soon as possible to ensure that appropriate arrangements may be made.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. All positions are subject to budgetary approval.

Tuesday, January 30, 2024  |  Categories: FASS , Job Postings
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