Assistant Professor (Applied Linguistics in Multilingual Workplaces) (0083008)

University of Hawaii•Honolulu, HI

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Second Language Studies at the University of Hawaii at Manoa seeks to hire a scholar specializing in Applied Linguistics in Multilingual Workplaces. This tenure-track, full-time, permanent Assistant Professor position, beginning Fall 2027, focuses on research concerning multilingualism in professional, vocational, and employment contexts. The role involves contributing to the department's scholarly mission through research, teaching, and service, with an emphasis on how languages are used in non-formal educational settings and how individuals are prepared for a multilingual workforce. The department is committed to serving the diverse and multilingual State of Hawai‘i and aims to be a world leader in second language studies. The university is a very high research activity institution with an Asia-Pacific focus, supporting interdisciplinary initiatives and valuing extramural funding and research addressing local issues. The campus is striving to become a Native Hawaiian Place of Learning, integrating Native Hawaiian language, culture, and values.

Requirements

PhD or equivalent degree in second language studies, applied linguistics, or a closely related field from a college or university of recognized standing; ABDs will be considered, but all requirements for doctoral degree must be completed by August 2027
Demonstrated expertise in applied linguistics research in multilingual workplaces and professional contexts, as evidenced by publications or other scholarly contributions
Demonstrated success in teaching
Ability to develop and teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff and administrators

Nice To Haves

Experience working with partners outside of academic settings on language-related topics (e.g., policy advising, community partnerships, language access or social service organizations, on-site field research)
Familiarity with Hawai ’ i’s multilingual and multicultural context
Experience with internship program development, coordination, or supervision
Ability to communicate scholarship beyond academia (e.g., in new media, blogs, etc.)
In addition to English, proficiency in one or more languages of contemporary relevance in the state of Hawai ’ i
Expertise in one or more other areas that will broaden or enhance the strengths of our second language studies community, including but not limited to: sociolinguistics, linguistic discrimination, language policy, language for specific purposes (such as in law, tourism, business, or health professions), forensic linguistics, research methods (qualitative, quantitative, and/or mixed-methods), community organizing
Demonstrated excellence in teaching, training, and supervision of undergraduate and graduate students
Record of and/or demonstrated commitment to securing external funding

Responsibilities

Develop and teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including in the area of applied linguistics in multilingual workplaces and professional settings, based on the needs of the department
Advise undergraduate and graduate students
Serve on graduate committees
Maintain an active agenda of scholarly research and publication
Pursue opportunities for external funding
Actively engage with ongoing and new campus and community initiatives, including university-community partnerships, that promote and study the development of a multilingual workforce for Hawai'i
Participate in Second Language Studies program-building and other service work for the department, college, university, and broader communities
Work collaboratively and collegially with diverse groups of students and faculty
Other duties as assigned by the Chair