15th Annual Graduate Linguistics/TESOL Symposium

15th Annual Graduate Linguistics/TESOL Symposium
March 6th 2009

Featuring Keynote Speaker Carol A. Chapelle

Carol Chapelle is Professor of TESL/Applied Linguistics and Chair of the Cross-disciplinary Linguistics Program at Iowa State University. She has served as President of the American Association for Applied Linguistics (AAAL), Editor of TESOL Quarterly, and Chair of the TOEFL Committee of Examiners. She is current Co-Editor of the Cambridge Applied Linguistics Series of Cambridge University Press. She is widely recognized as the pre-eminent scholar in the field of CALL. See Carol Chapelle’s webpage: http://www.public.iastate.edu/~carolc/

Twin Palms Hotel
225 E. Apache Blvd
Tempe, AZ 85281
For venue information and directions:
http://www.twinpalmshotel.com/

This symposium is brought to you by:
Interdisciplinary Committee on Linguistics, Department of English, and
Graduate Scholars of English Association

Job Ad: Lecturer in Rhetoric and Composition with expertise in ESL Writing

Lecturer in Rhetoric and Composition with expertise in ESL Writing

Lecturer in Rhetoric and Composition. Beginning August 16, 2009. Required: Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition or in a related discipline with appropriate relevant coursework; experience in teaching college-level first-year ESL writing courses; evidence of effective teaching. Desired: Theoretical grounding, expertise, and teaching experience in second language writing; evidence of participation in professional conferences in applied linguistics, composition, rhetoric or TESOL.

Teaching load is 4 composition courses each semester. Appropriate professional university service responsibilities. Three-year renewable appointment.

Applicants must submit: Letter of application; vita; teaching philosophy; unofficial graduate transcripts; three letters of recommendation; and copies of recent teaching evaluations to D. Baker, Rhet/Comp ESL Writing Lecturer Search Committee, Department of English, Arizona State University, P.O. Box 870302, Tempe AZ 85287-0302, postmarked by January 2, 2009; if not filled, the 15th of every month until search is closed. We do not accept incomplete applications. E-mailed materials will not be accepted. A background check is required for employment. AA/EOE.

Director, Centre for English Language Communication (CELC), National University of Singapore

The National University of Singapore (NUS) invites applications and nominations for the position of Director, Centre for English Language Communication (CELC).

The National University of Singapore (http://www.nus.edu.sg) is a leading university in Asia with approximately 32,000 students. CELC is a teaching department in the University, reporting directly to the Office of the Provost. With staff strength of 35 full-time and more than 80 part-time lecturers, CELC plays a key role in addressing the language and communication needs of both the local and international undergraduate and graduate students. CELC offers three main types of courses - proficiency based courses such as Basic English and English for Academic Purposes; discipline-specific Business and Professional Communication Skills courses; and writing courses including Critical Thinking & Writing and Writing for the Academy. CELC is primarily a teaching department but staff members are active in pedagogical research related to English Language Teaching (ELT). The Centre publishes an international refereed journal, Reflections on English Language Teaching (RELT), and organizes a symposium once every three years. For more information about CELC, please visit http://www.nus.edu.sg/celc.

The Director of CELC is expected to be a dynamic academic leader with a PhD in Applied Linguistics, TEFL/TESL, TESOL, Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL), Writing, Discourse or other related fields; leadership experience in managing a similar language centre; and a proven track record in teaching and research in English language communication.

The appointment will be for three years, renewable. Remuneration and benefits will be competitive and commensurate with experience.

Applications, including a statement of interest, detailed curriculum vitae, names of three referees and student feedback, should be forwarded by 15 December 2008 to

Ms Regina So
Centre for English Language Communication
National University of Singapore
10 Architecture Drive
117511 Singapore
Fax: 65-6777-9152
Email: celcsearchcommittee@nus.edu.sg

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Ad: Advanced Associate or Full Professor in History of Rhetoric

The Department of English at Arizona State University (ASU) seeks an advanced associate or a full professor and accomplished scholar-teacher in rhetoric and composition who has compiled an established record of scholarship in any area of the history of rhetoric. ASU is a Research I university with outstanding research facilities and infrastructure support and is located within the rapidly growing and dynamic metropolitan Phoenix area. Our English department is a large and diverse unit of faculty committed to excellence in teaching, to new and exciting research, and to ongoing community outreach.

Required: Ph.D. in rhetoric and composition or related discipline; college-level teaching experience; evidence of ability to teach and develop graduate and undergraduate courses in the history of rhetoric; and a compelling record of ongoing, high-quality scholarship in any area of the history of rhetoric appropriate to rank.

Desired: Established record of scholarship and publications on classical and/or medieval rhetoric appropriate to rank; experience in teaching graduate courses in the history of rhetoric, especially classical rhetoric.

Applicants must send: Cover letter, curriculum vita, names of three references with contact information to Chair of Associate/Full Professor of History of Rhetoric Search CommitteeDepartment of EnglishArizona State UniversityP.O. Box 870302Tempe, AZ 85287-0302.

Application Deadline (no faxes or e-mails): Postmarked by October 31, 2008; if not filled, then every Monday thereafter until the search is closed. ASU is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to the recruitment and employment of a diverse workforce. A background check is required for employment.

Job Ad: Director of Writing at New England Institute of Technology

Director of Writing – New England Institute of Technology

The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences at New England Institute of Technology (NEIT) seeks a faculty member to direct the day-to-day operations of the writing program which supports both the associate and bachelor degree programs. In addition to managing all writing courses, the person appointed will recruit, train, and evaluate all writing instructors. The Director will also take the lead in developing a Writing-Across-the-Curriculum program with an emphasis on collaboration with the various technology departments. The position includes teaching responsibilities. NEIT is an open admissions campus with a strong emphasis on high quality teaching without an expectation from faculty to publish or conduct research.

Qualifications: college teaching experience (community college or technical college background preferred); foundation in the theory and pedagogy of composition; proficiency in Blackboard or Web CT learning environment; and M.A in English or Rhetoric/Composition (Ph.D. preferred). The search committee will begin screening applications as they are received. The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Postal Address:	Donna Daigle Office Manager New England Institute of Technology 2500 Post Road Warwick, RI 02886
Phone:	(401) 739-5000 x 3438
Fax:	(401) 738-5634
Email Address:	ddaigle@neit.edu

Job Ad: Associate Professor of Rhetorical Theory

Associate Professor of Rhetorical Theory

The Department of English at Arizona State University (http://www.asu.edu/clas/english) seeks an Associate Professor and accomplished scholar-teacher with an excellent record of scholarship in any area of rhetorical theory. ASU is a Research I University with outstanding research facilities and infrastructure support and is located within the rapidly growing and dynamic metropolitan Phoenix area. The Department of English is a large and diverse unit of faculty committed to excellence in teaching, to new and exciting research, and to ongoing community outreach.

REQUIRED: PhD in Rhetoric/Composition, or related discipline; demonstrated excellent record of research, teaching, mentorship, and service as appropriate to rank of Associate Professor.

DESIRED: Expertise in one or more of the following areas: Feminist rhetorical theory, African American rhetorical theory, Latino/a rhetorical theory, and/or Queer rhetorical theory.

Typical teaching load is 2/2 for tenured and tenure-track faculty with a significant research agenda. Teaching opportunities are at the undergraduate, Master’s, and PhD levels.

APPLICANTS MUST SEND: Cover letter, CV, and names of three references (with Name, Address and Phone number) to Chair, Search Committee for Associate Professor of Rhetorical Theory, Department of English, Arizona State University, P.O. Box 870302, Tempe, AZ 85287-0302.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 31, 2008 (no faxes or emails); if not filled, then every Monday thereafter until the search is closed. All applications will be acknowledged, and a background check is required for employment. A short list of candidates will be asked to submit writing samples; after review of writing samples, selected candidates will be invited to interview. AA/EOE.

Job Ad: Assistant Professor in Historical/Comparative Linguistics

Assistant Professor in Historical/Comparative Linguistics

Required: Ph.D. in Linguistics or a related discipline; college-level teaching experience; and evidence of a compelling record of ongoing, high quality research and publication in Historical/Comparative linguistics. A demonstrated interest in the history of English.

Desired: Experience using historical and contemporary corpora in research and teaching; a demonstrated interest in non-European languages.

Teaching load is 2/2 for tenure-track faculty with a significant research agenda. Teaching opportunities are at undergraduate, Master’s, and PhD levels. Candidates will be expected to teach relevant courses on historical and comparative linguistics and typology.

The appointment will be in the Department of English (http://www.asu.edu/clas/english). Arizona State University is a large metropolitan university with programs in linguistics housed in various departments.

Applicants must send: Cover letter, vita, names and contact information for three professional references. Send to: Chair of Historical/Comparative Linguistics, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287-0302. Application Deadline (no faxes or emails): postmarked by October 13, 2008; if not filled, then every Monday thereafter until the search is closed. A background check is required for employment. Arizona State University is an equal opportunity employer (AA/EOE).

Job Ad: Assistant Professor: Second Language Acquisition Syntax

Assistant Professor: Second Language Acquisition Syntax

Required: Ph.D. in Linguistics or a related discipline; college level teaching experience; and a evidence of ability to maintain a compelling record of ongoing, high quality research and publication in Second Language Acquisition Syntax.

Teaching load is 2/2 for tenure-track faculty with a significant research agenda. Teaching opportunities are at undergraduate, Master’s, and PhD levels. The appointment will be in the Department of English. Arizona State University is a large metropolitan university with programs in linguistics housed in various departments.

Applicants must send: Cover letter, vita, three letters of recommendation, and a brief sample of relevant academic writing. Application Deadline (no faxes or emails): postmarked by October 9, 2008; if not filled, then every Monday thereafter until the search is closed. A background check is required for employment. Arizona State University is an equal employment employer (AA/EOE).

Job Ad: Full Professor of English Language Development in Middle and High Schools

English Education

Full Professor: English Language Development in Middle and High Schools

Required: Ph.D. in English Education, Linguistics, English as a Second Language, Bilingual Studies, or a related discipline; teaching experience at the middle or high school level, evidence of successful college teaching; research and publications appropriate to rank, and evidence of a continuing research agenda related to the development of language skills in both native and non-native English speakers grades six through twelve.

Desired: Research and experience in teaching English to native speakers of Spanish; demonstrated success in advising and conducting research with doctoral students, and in extending research into local secondary schools.

Teaching load is 2/2 for tenure-track faculty with a significant research agenda. Teaching opportunities are at undergraduate, Master’s, and PhD levels. The appointment will be in the Department of English, which collaborates with the ASU College of Education in preparing English teachers for grades six through twelve.

Applicants must send: Cover letter, vita, three letters of reference and a list of three other referees who may be contacted via telephone to Chair, English Education Search Committee, Department of English, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287-0302. Application Deadline (no faxes or e-mails): Postmarked by Nov. 3, 2008, if not filled, then every Monday thereafter until the search is closed. All applications acknowledged. A background check is required for employment. AA/EOE

Job Ad: Associate or Full Professor of Rhetoric and Composition

Writing Programs Director/Advanced Associate or Full Professor of Rhetoric and Composition

The Department of English at Arizona State University (http://www.asu.edu/clas/english) seeks an experienced writing programs administrator and accomplished scholar-teacher with an established record of outstanding scholarship and professional contributions to any area of Rhetoric and Composition. ASU is a Research I institution with outstanding research facilities and infrastructure support, and is located within the rapidly growing and dynamic metropolitan Phoenix area. Our English department is a large and diverse unit of faculty committed to excellence in teaching, to new and exciting research, and to ongoing community engagement.

Required: Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition, or related discipline; experience as a lead writing programs administrator; college-level teaching experience appropriate to rank; evidence of ability to teach and develop graduate and undergraduate courses in Rhetoric and Composition; and a compelling record of ongoing, high-quality scholarship in any area of Rhetoric and Composition.

Desired: Outstanding record of scholarship and publications on topics related to writing program administration.

Applicants must send: Cover letter, curriculum vita, names of three references with contact information to Chair of Writing Programs Director/Rhetoric and Composition Search Committee, Department of English, Arizona State University, P.O. Box 870302, Tempe, AZ 85287-0302.

Application Deadline (no faxes or e-mails): Postmarked by September 26, 2008; if not filled, then every Monday thereafter until the search is closed. All applications acknowledged. ASU is an affirmative action/equal employment opportunity employer and is dedicated to recruiting a diverse faculty community. A background check is required for employment.

Teaching Writing at ASU

Writing Programs at ASU is one of the largest writing programs. As such, we are always looking for enthusiastic writing teachers who can contribute to our ongoing effort to provide quality writing instruction to our students.

I addition to classroom teaching, there are many opportunities for professional development--workshops, lectures and conferences. Many writing teachers also gain valuable professional experience by participating actively in curriculum development, mentoring, and conference organization.

Here are some of the current job postings for writing teachers in the Writing Programs at ASU:

Instructors Positions: Four courses/semester. Nine-month appointment. Submit: Letter of application, vita, 1 page statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial graduate transcripts, and 3 letters of recommendation about teaching ability. To meet the first deadline, applications must be postmarked by January 2, 2008; then if not filled postmarked by the 1st of each month thereafter until search is closed. PLEASE DO NOT send your application letter, vita, letters of reference, etc, separately. We do not accept incomplete applications. AA/EOE. AA/EOE

• Instructors in Composition and Rhetoric -- Required: MA in Rhetoric and Composition or in a related field; post-secondary teaching experience in composition. Applicants who are not native English speakers must provide evidence of having received a minimum score of 55 on either the SPEAK test or the TSE. Desired: Evidence of graduate coursework in Rhetoric and Composition if degree in related field; Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition or related field; evidence of effective teaching; evidence of attendance/presentations at Rhetoric/Composition professional conferences. Send materials to Search Committee, (Instructor, Rhet/Comp), attn. D. Baker, English Department, Writing Programs, Box 870302, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287-0302.
  
• Instructors in rhetoric and composition with an emphasis in professional writing -- Required: MA in Rhetoric and Composition or in a related field; graduate-level coursework in business, professional and/or technical writing; post-secondary teaching experience in composition or business / professional / technical writing. Applicants who are not native English speakers must provide evidence of having received a minimum score of 55 on either the SPEAK test or the TSE. Desired: Evidence of graduate coursework in Rhetoric and Composition if degree in related field; Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition or related field; evidence of effective teaching; evidence of attendance/presentations at Rhetoric/Composition professional conferences. Send materials to Search Committee, (Instructor, Professional Writing), attn. D. Baker, English Department, Writing Programs, Box 870302, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287-0302.

Faculty Associates -- Required: MA degree in English or in a related field; post-secondary teaching experience in composition required. Applicants who are not native English speakers must provide evidence of having received a minimum score of 55 on either the SPEAK test or the TSE. Desired: Evidence of graduate coursework in Rhetoric and Composition; Ph.D. in English; Evidence of professional development; Evidence of effective teaching. General information: Teach one to four composition courses/semester. One semester contract, eligible for renewal. Submit: Letter of application, vita, one page statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial graduate transcripts, SPEAK test or TSE score (if applicable) and 3 letters of recommendation about teaching ability postmarked by 5:00 p.m., February 1, 2008; if not filled, the first of each month thereafter until search is closed, to Search Committee (FA, Rhet/Comp), attn. D. Baker, ASU English Department, Box 870302), Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287-0302. PLEASE DO NOT send your application letter, vita, letters of reference, etc, separately. We do not accept incomplete applications. AA/EOE

Writing Programs
Department of English
Arizona State University