THE POSITION: The Department of Writing at the University of Central Arkansas invites applications for a non-tenure-track, visiting assistant professor position for the 2012-2013 academic year. Successful candidates will have a strong commitment to teaching and be able to teach in several sub-fields of linguistics. The teaching load will be 4 courses per semester, including courses in general education linguistics and introductory and upper division courses in the Linguistics major. Strong candidates will be prepared to teach three of our courses for the BA in Linguistics: Field Methods and Phonology this fall, and Analytical Methods of Morphology and Syntax next spring. The successful candidate may also be called upon to teach an upper-division elective, based on interest, background, and need. Linguistics courses are also part of the majors in Writing and Creative Writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Evidence of teaching excellence in linguistics at the undergraduate level and a PhD in linguistics or closely related field.

APPLICATION: Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until filled.

Electronic submission of materials is encouraged. Candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for four references to:

Dr. Scott Payne, Chair

Department of Writing

College of Fine Arts and Communication

University of Central Arkansas

201 Donaghey Avenue, Thompson 308

Conway, AR 72035

Email: spayne@uca.edu

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