About Africana Studies & Resource Center

The Africana Studies & Research Center at Cornell University is engaged in an exciting process of enhancing its faculty. We expect to make 3 new hires in 2011-12 with appointments beginning on July 1, 2012, and at least 2 additional hires in the next couple of years.

Africana Studies and Research Center at Cornell University seeks a dynamic Kiswahili language instructor at the rank of Lecturer (3 year appointment) or Senior Lecturer (5 year appointment), with a possibility of renewal. Rank will depend on experience. Renewal is contingent upon performance reviews as well as funding availability. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the entire Kiswahili program, including placement testing and teaching three courses each semester at two or three levels, depending on student placement.
Required Qualifications: Master's or Doctoral degree in Kiswahili language, literature, linguistics, language pedagogy or closely related field. A minimum of 3 years successful higher education teaching experience. Native or near native fluency in Swahili and proficiency in spoken and written English. Familiarity with and commitment to innovative methods of language teaching including the use of technology. A strong commitment to expanding and fostering diversity. Valid visa required (visa expedition funds are not available for this position).

The Africana Studies & Research Center embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will create a climate that attracts students of all races, nationalities, and genders. Cornell University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and educator. We strongly encourage women and underrepresented minorities to apply. To apply, please visit https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/1294

Information about the Africana Studies & Research Center appears at http://asrc.cornell.edu

Priority will be given to applications received by February 15, 2012.

Cornell University, located in Ithaca, New York, is an inclusive, dynamic, and innovative Ivy League university and New York's land-grant institution. Its staff, faculty, and students impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas and best practices to further the university's mission of teaching, research, and outreach. Cornell University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and educator. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

AFRICANA STUDIES & RESEARCH CENTER
310 Triphammer Rd.
Ithaca, NY 14850

Tel: (607) 255 4625
Fax: (607) 255 0784
email: africana@cornell.edu

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ASRC IS NOW the secretariat for
the Association of African Studies Programs (AASP)

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