MCLC: Williams position reminder (1)

[Denton, Kirk]

MCLC LIST
From: YU, Li <Li.Yu at williams.edu>
Subject: Williams position reminder (1)
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The Department of Asian Studies at Williams College invites applications
for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Chinese
language and modern Chinese literature.  Desirable areas of research
specialization include modern literature, film, and cultural studies.
Applicants should have Ph.D. in hand by time of appointment, possess
native or near-native fluency in English and Mandarin, and be able to
teach all levels of Chinese language including advanced language courses.
Teaching responsibilities will typically include two language courses and
two courses in English on modern Chinese literature, film, or cultural
studies each year. The appointment will begin on July 1, 2014.

Applications should include a cover letter, CV, writing sample of no more
than 30 pages, sample syllabi for both literature and language courses,
and three recommendation letters.  In addition, an audio recording
including two segments of about three minutes each is required. One
segment should be in English and the other in Mandarin, with one
discussing the applicant’s research statement and the other explaining the
applicant’s teaching philosophy.  These materials including a link to
audio files must be submitted at

https://secure.interfolio.com/apply/21772

by Oct. 1, 2013. All offers of employment are contingent upon completion
of a background check. Further information is available here

http://dean-faculty.williams.edu/prospective-faculty/background-check-polic
y/.

Williams College is a coeducational liberal arts institution located in
the Berkshire Hills of western Massachusetts with easy access to the
culturally rich cities of Albany, Boston, and New York City. The College
is committed to building and supporting a diverse population of
approximately 2,000 students, and to fostering an inclusive faculty, staff
and curriculum. Williams has built its reputation on outstanding teaching
and scholarship and on the academic excellence of its students.  Please
visit the Williams College website http://www.williams.edu. Beyond meeting
fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Williams College is
committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from
all backgrounds can live, learn, and thrive.