The Department of Linguistics and Asian/Middle Eastern Languages of San Diego State University seeks a tenure-track Professor of Linguistics at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin fall 2020.  The candidate should be an applied linguist with expertise in the acquisition and development of second language academic literacy. Potential research areas include but are not limited to: multilingual writers' composing processes, the relationship of academic reading and writing, contexts (cultural, social, political, institutional) for second language literacy, and readers' responses to second language writing. The candidate will teach courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels and be an active participant in the department’s MA specialization in Applied Linguistics/TESOL and TESL/TEFL Certificate program.  Teaching areas will focus on courses in applied linguistics but may also include other areas of linguistics in which the candidate has expertise.  The successful candidate will oversee and administer the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) composition program for multilingual students, a position that includes appropriate release time from teaching. Ideally, the candidate’s research activities will include a focus on the EAP program or lead to curricular innovations for its diverse student population.

A Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics, Linguistics with a Specialization in Applied Linguistics or closely related field must be in-hand at the start of the appointment.   The successful candidate should have a track record of teaching experience and knowledge of current trends in applied linguistics, ESL/EFL instruction, and second language literacy. In addition, they should have a solid knowledge base of central areas of general linguistics.   The candidate will be expected to develop and maintain an active program of scholarly research, contribute appropriate service to the department, college, and profession, and direct student research.

SDSU is a large, diverse, urban university and Hispanic-Serving Institution with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence. Our campus community is diverse in many ways, including race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, pregnancy, medical condition, and covered veteran status. We strive to build and sustain a welcoming environment for all. SDSU is seeking applicants with demonstrated experience in and/or commitment to teaching and working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and members of underrepresented groups.

Review of applications will begin October 14, 2019, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should apply via Interfolio at: https://apply.interfolio.com/67196 by submitting the following:  a letter of application, CV, graduate transcripts, documentation of teaching effectiveness including sample syllabi and student evaluations, and sample publications (two maximum).  Applicants should also arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to be submitted. 

Requests for additional information should be directed to Deborah Poole, Search Committee Co-Chair, Department of Linguistics and Asian/Middle Eastern Languages, San Diego State University, 5500 Campanile Drive, San Diego, CA 92182-7727. Email: dpoole@sdsu.edu, Phone: 619-594-5914; Fax: (619) 594-4877.

The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. 

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU.  Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

SDSU is a Title IX, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.