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10/11/19 - Assistant Professor, Deaf Studies Department -- California State University, Northridge
10/11/19 - Assistant Professor, Deaf Studies Department -- California State University, Northridge
Posted: 10/11/2019
Job Title: Assistant Professor (Full Time, Tenure Track)
Location of Position: Deaf Studies Department -- California State University, Northridge
Job Description:
The Department of Deaf Studies at California State University, Northridge has an opening for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in the field of American Sign Language and Deaf Studies (which includes but is not limited to ASL teaching, cultural studies, Deaf education, and interpreting). The start date for the position is August 2020.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Earned Doctorate in Deaf Studies, Linguistics, American Sign Language (ASL), ASL/English Interpreting, or closely related field of study. ABD candidates will be considered but must complete the doctorate by the time of appointment.
• General knowledge of ASL and the Deaf Studies field, which may include but is not limited to ASL teaching, cultural studies, Deaf education, and interpreting.
• Strong commitment to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, active learning, and diversity. Our values include a respect for all people, building alliances with the community, and the encouragement of innovation, experimentation, and creativity.
• Possess strong and effective teaching methods in various aspects of ASL and Deaf Studies or other related courses.
• Extensive knowledge of Deaf-centric philosophies, Deaf Culture, and the Deaf community.
• Evidence of successful Deaf Studies-related teaching experience at the college level.
• Demonstrated evidence of recent scholarly publications or equivalencies and activities or evidence of potential for such scholarly accomplishments.
• Ability to interact effectively with both Deaf and hearing people.
• Evidence of positive relationships and collegiality with university students, staff, and colleagues. Evidence of participation in ASL/Deaf Studies and Deaf community organizations on local, state, and/or national levels.
• Commitment to Deaf multilingual/multicultural experience and its foundation in basic human rights. Native/native-like fluency in ASL.
• Basic understanding of curriculum development.
• Demonstrated ability and commitment to teaching and mentoring an intersectionally diverse student population.
At time of appointment, the successful candidate, if not a U.S. citizen, must have authorization from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to work in the United States.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Teach American Sign Language (ASL), ASL/English Interpreting, and/or Deaf Studies content courses. The standard teaching load is twelve (12) units per semester (plus committee assignments). A reduced load will be assigned during the first and second years of teaching (total of four semesters).
• The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to and participate in the life and development of the department (including curriculum and program development); engage in scholarship and community service and to remain current in their field; serve on departmental, college, and/or university committees, and to participate in other service as needed.
• The successful candidate will be held to the standards and requirements of the college and department in which he/she is housed for recommending tenure and promotion
CSUN’S COMMITMENT TO YOU:
CSUN is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning, and inclusion. As both an AANAPISI & HSI (Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution & Hispanic Serving Institution), CSUN welcomes candidates whose experience in teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and inclusive excellence. Our values include a respect for all people, building partnerships with the community, and the encouragement of innovation, experimentation, and creativity. CSUN strives to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. CSUN is especially interested in candidates who make contributions to equity and inclusion in the pursuit of excellence for all members of the university community.
Application Guidelines:
Applicants should submit all of the following. NOTE: Incomplete applications will be accepted but will not be reviewed/considered until all requested materials are received.
1. Cover letter that includes:
• Statements of teaching and research interests
• Summary of prior relevant experience
• Statement or evidence of Deaf-centric philosophies
2. Current curriculum vitae that includes:
• Educational background
• Prior teaching experience
• Evidence of scholarship and/or related professional experience
3. One sample course syllabus from a course in Deaf Studies or in a related field of study
4. One automated student evaluation. If none are available, provide a written statement confirming that automated evaluations are not available and provide some other evidence of teaching effectiveness/potential.
5. Provide evidence of any relevant certificates
6. Three (3) professional references (Name, title, and contact information including email address)
In later phases of the search process, applicants may be requested to provide letters of recommendation, verification of terminal degrees, licenses, and certificates.
CSUN is using Interfolio’s ByCommittee to conduct this search. Applicants receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.
Screening of applications will begin November 8, 2019. Priority will be given to applicants who have submitted all required materials by the screening deadline; however, the position will remain open until filled.
Link to Posting or Application: http://apply.interfolio.com/68956
Salary Range: Dependent Upon Qualifications
Contact Person Name & Email:
Flavia S. Fleischer -- flavia.fleischer@csun.edu
Job Title: Assistant Professor (Full Time, Tenure Track)
Location of Position: Deaf Studies Department -- California State University, Northridge
Job Description:
The Department of Deaf Studies at California State University, Northridge has an opening for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in the field of American Sign Language and Deaf Studies (which includes but is not limited to ASL teaching, cultural studies, Deaf education, and interpreting). The start date for the position is August 2020.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Earned Doctorate in Deaf Studies, Linguistics, American Sign Language (ASL), ASL/English Interpreting, or closely related field of study. ABD candidates will be considered but must complete the doctorate by the time of appointment.
• General knowledge of ASL and the Deaf Studies field, which may include but is not limited to ASL teaching, cultural studies, Deaf education, and interpreting.
• Strong commitment to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, active learning, and diversity. Our values include a respect for all people, building alliances with the community, and the encouragement of innovation, experimentation, and creativity.
• Possess strong and effective teaching methods in various aspects of ASL and Deaf Studies or other related courses.
• Extensive knowledge of Deaf-centric philosophies, Deaf Culture, and the Deaf community.
• Evidence of successful Deaf Studies-related teaching experience at the college level.
• Demonstrated evidence of recent scholarly publications or equivalencies and activities or evidence of potential for such scholarly accomplishments.
• Ability to interact effectively with both Deaf and hearing people.
• Evidence of positive relationships and collegiality with university students, staff, and colleagues. Evidence of participation in ASL/Deaf Studies and Deaf community organizations on local, state, and/or national levels.
• Commitment to Deaf multilingual/multicultural experience and its foundation in basic human rights. Native/native-like fluency in ASL.
• Basic understanding of curriculum development.
• Demonstrated ability and commitment to teaching and mentoring an intersectionally diverse student population.
At time of appointment, the successful candidate, if not a U.S. citizen, must have authorization from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to work in the United States.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Teach American Sign Language (ASL), ASL/English Interpreting, and/or Deaf Studies content courses. The standard teaching load is twelve (12) units per semester (plus committee assignments). A reduced load will be assigned during the first and second years of teaching (total of four semesters).
• The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to and participate in the life and development of the department (including curriculum and program development); engage in scholarship and community service and to remain current in their field; serve on departmental, college, and/or university committees, and to participate in other service as needed.
• The successful candidate will be held to the standards and requirements of the college and department in which he/she is housed for recommending tenure and promotion
CSUN’S COMMITMENT TO YOU:
CSUN is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning, and inclusion. As both an AANAPISI & HSI (Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution & Hispanic Serving Institution), CSUN welcomes candidates whose experience in teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and inclusive excellence. Our values include a respect for all people, building partnerships with the community, and the encouragement of innovation, experimentation, and creativity. CSUN strives to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. CSUN is especially interested in candidates who make contributions to equity and inclusion in the pursuit of excellence for all members of the university community.
Application Guidelines:
Applicants should submit all of the following. NOTE: Incomplete applications will be accepted but will not be reviewed/considered until all requested materials are received.
1. Cover letter that includes:
• Statements of teaching and research interests
• Summary of prior relevant experience
• Statement or evidence of Deaf-centric philosophies
2. Current curriculum vitae that includes:
• Educational background
• Prior teaching experience
• Evidence of scholarship and/or related professional experience
3. One sample course syllabus from a course in Deaf Studies or in a related field of study
4. One automated student evaluation. If none are available, provide a written statement confirming that automated evaluations are not available and provide some other evidence of teaching effectiveness/potential.
5. Provide evidence of any relevant certificates
6. Three (3) professional references (Name, title, and contact information including email address)
In later phases of the search process, applicants may be requested to provide letters of recommendation, verification of terminal degrees, licenses, and certificates.
CSUN is using Interfolio’s ByCommittee to conduct this search. Applicants receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.
Screening of applications will begin November 8, 2019. Priority will be given to applicants who have submitted all required materials by the screening deadline; however, the position will remain open until filled.
Link to Posting or Application: http://apply.interfolio.com/68956
Salary Range: Dependent Upon Qualifications
Contact Person Name & Email:
Flavia S. Fleischer -- flavia.fleischer@csun.edu