FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
The Linguistics Program at the College of Staten Island of The City University of New York (CUNY) invites applicants for an anticipated tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the English Department, beginning August 2016. A Ph.D. in Linguistics is required by the time of appointment.
The successful candidate will be joining a vibrant and growing undergraduate program in linguistics, which also houses an active research laboratory (the CSI-CUNY Speech Laboratory). Applicants for the position will need to demonstrate a record of (or evidence for the promise of) scholarly productivity that will advance the program's research profile. Other expectations for the position include: applying for extramural funding; teaching courses in the Linguistics Program; mentoring undergraduate students; developing undergraduate and graduate courses in the area of specialization; participating actively in the life of the College; performing departmental and college service.
The Search Committee and the College are strongly committed to the diversity of the academic community, one that reflects the multicultural makeup of our student body. Women and members of other traditionally underrepresented populations are therefore strongly encouraged to apply.
CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION:
The College of Staten Island (CSI) is a City University of New York (CUNY) senior College organized around two academic divisions and three schools, with over 14,000 students. CSI offers a broad range of academic programs in the liberal arts and sciences, and in several professional areas. The College awards associate's, bachelor's, master's and clinical doctoral degrees, and in collaboration with The CUNY Graduate Center, numerous PhD degrees. CSI's internationally recognized faculty passionately engage in scholarly and artistic activities, and together with a strong professional staff, lead students through transformational learning experiences both inside and outside of the classroom. The College is situated on a 204-acre site, has recently incorporated a residential component, and is currently engaging in capital expansion. It is a hub of intellectual and artistic activity and a community partner and source of economic impact and job creation for the greater Staten Island area.
CSI is home to a School of Business, School of Education, and School of Health Sciences, as well as The Verrazano School Honors Program, and the Teacher Education Honors Academy. CSI is also a select campus of the Macaulay Honors College University Scholars program. The CUNY Interdisciplinary High-Performance Computing Center, one of the most powerful supercomputers in the New York City region, handles big data analysis for faculty researchers and their student research teams. The new luxury residence halls, Dolphin Cove, have increased the College's national and international desirability.
The College's faculty, administration, and staff are committed to educational excellence as they instill in students an enduring love of learning and respect for pluralism and diversity. The College community recognizes its responsibility to strive for the common good, including an informed appreciation for the interdependence of all people, as well as providing students with the opportunities for successful future careers.
QUALIFICATIONS
A Ph.D. in Linguistics is required by the time of appointment. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarship or achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to candidates who specialize in the sub-area of speech science, and who are able to teach courses related to (and have a research interest in) the study of acquired phonetic and phonological disorders.
COMPENSATION
CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please go to www.cuny.edu; select "Employment", then "Job postings on line", find Job ID # 14058, and select "Apply Now". Create or log in to a user account, and provide the requested information.
Applicants should submit as a single PDF attachment the following: letter of application, curriculum vitae, and up to three writing samples.
If you have difficulty with uploading multiple documents to the web site please send them to facultyrecruithss@csi.cuny.edu. Please note that even if you must send your application PDF to the previously referenced email address, you must still create a log on at www.cuny.edu; applicants who do not create an application at www.cuny.edu cannot be considered.
Three letters of recommendation should be sent directly from referees to facultyrecruithss@csi.cuny.edu. If you have any questions, please email facultyrecruithss@csi.cuny.edu.
CLOSING DATE
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The deadline for all applications is January 20, 2016.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Faculty
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
*Job Title:* Assistant Professor of Linguistics
*Job ID:* 14058
*Location:* College of Staten Island
*Full/Part Time:* Full-Time
*Regular/Temporary:* Regular