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SUNY New Paltz Vacancy
External Posting (Faculty)

Applications are invited for consideration for appointment to the following position:

Department: Foreign Languages

Budget Title: Assistant Professor

Local Title: Assistant Professor of Spanish Linguistics/Generalist Latin American Literature

Posting Date: September 18, 2009

Salary Level: To be determined

Duties: Duties include teaching Spanish language, linguistics, culture, and Latin American literature to undergraduate students at all levels, participation in assessment and proficiency testing. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a strong program of research and scholarship, to advise students, and to contribute to the life and work of the department and the college. We are especially interested in considering applicants who bring diverse cultural experiences or perspectives to the campus and who can mentor and advise all members of our diverse student body. Start date is August 2010.

Qualifications: Completed Ph.D. by time of appointment, but exceptional ABD applicants will be considered. Native or near-native fluency, promise of scholarly productivity, and teaching experience is highly desired.

Contact Information: Note search #F09-20 on all materials submitted in connection with this search. Candidates should send letter of application, curriculum vitae and three letters of recommendation to:

Dr. Wilma Feliciano
Chair of Search Committee, Search # F09-20
SUNY New Paltz
Department of Foreign Languages
600 Hawk Drive, JFT 414
New Paltz, NY 12561

Deadline: November 1, 2009

Other important information about this vacancy: To assure full consideration, applications should be received by the priority screening date of November 1st, 2009.

SUNY New Paltz is a highly selective, public college that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and nearby amenities.

SUNY New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer