The research area is open, but scholars working in creoles (particularly Palenquero, Antillan Creoles or Haitian Creole), the African Diaspora and/or Indigenous Studies (particularly Nahuatl, Quechua, Aymara, Mapuche, Palenquero or Guaraní), as well as those who work across more than one language of the Caribbean or Latin American region are particularly encouraged to apply.
Candidates should have a record of research, publication, and professional engagement appropriate for their stage of career. The Department of Romance Languages and Literatures seeks a colleague with skills for program building, and who is eager to join a department in a growth phase at UB and engaged in fields such as SLA, Psycholinguistics, NLP, sociolinguistics, bilingualism/language contact, languages and power/attitudes/identities, language education and policy, or language preservation/revitalization. This position is located within an energetic, collegial, and diverse department that has been formally identified as an area of expansion and investment by the university leadership.
Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages.
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Minimum Qualifications:
A PhD in a related discipline
A record of achievement in scholarship appropriate for the rank at the time of appointment
An established reputation in the chosen field
Native or Near-Native fluency in both English and Spanish or French
Preferred Qualifications:
Commensurate with rank:
High-profile recognized research program
Strong record of research funding, fellowships, and professional recognition
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UB is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.