Requisition Number: 0000960  
Field(s) of Specialization: Swahili Language  
Position Title: Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Discipline (Swahili)  
Department: Middle East & Asian Languages & Cultures (345)  
Department Number: 345  
Location: Morningside  

Summary Description:
The Department of Middle East and Asian Languages and Cultures at Columbia University announces an opening in Swahili language to be filled at the Senior Lecturer in Discipline or Lecturer in Discipline rank beginning in July 2010. We are seeking a professional language teacher with a serious commitment to teaching languages for academic purposes. This is a full time appointment with a multi-year renewal contingent on successful review. Salary and rank commensurate with experience.

We are seeking a professional language teacher with a serious commitment to developing pedagogical materials and incorporating technological innovations into the curriculum. A background in linguistics is an asset. Responsibilities will include teaching 2-3 courses per semester and other duties associated with the language program. Candidates for the position should also be willing to participate in a full range of African Languages Program activities, including curriculum development.  

School/Institute/Unit: Arts and Sciences 

Minimum Degree Required: MA  

Minimum Qualifications:
All applicants MUST meet these minimum qualifications to be considered for the position. The rank of Senior Lecturer in discipline (language) requires a high level of achievement and superlative record of teaching as a lecturer and documented evidence of excellence in carrying out administrative or other department responsibilities such as directing specific courses. The rank of lecturer in discipline (language) requires substantial teaching experience with documented evidence of pedagogical excellence and evidence of professional growth and activity in the given field.

Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Swahili preferred, but applicants with a Master's degree and considerable language teaching experience are also encouraged to apply.
Experience developing African language materials, including web-based materials, and using computer-based instructional technologies is a plus.  

Additional Information:
Please upload: an application cover letter, a brief statement of teaching philosophy and methodology, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, teaching evaluations and other teaching materials to support the application.  
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Proposed Start Date: 07-01-2010   

Date Review Begins 01-03-2010  

For applications use this link: academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52469