Focus on languages of South Asia, with expertise for research and teaching in socio-linguistics. Near-native fluency in Hindi is also required. Familiarity with Hindi literature is desirable. Duties will include teaching and research in socio-linguistics, supervision of Hindi language courses, and teaching advanced Hindi courses. Applications should include a description of research interests, complete vita, reprints and names of at least three scholars familiar with the candidate's work, who may be asked to write letters of reference.
Salary commensurate with experience.
Interviews may begin at any time, but full consideration will be given to complete applications received by January 15, 1999. No offer will be made before that date. Teaching includes courses in Structure of English as well as History and Dialects of English, ESL, and graduate seminars in the candidate's specialty. Standard teaching assignment is 2 courses per semester. Screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.