Victoria University of Wellington invites applications for the position of Professor of Linguistics in the School of Linguistics and Applied Language Studies.  Preference will be given to applicants with research and teaching specialisation in sociolinguistics, but applicants whose specialisation lies elsewhere in Linguistics may be considered.

The appointee will be an outstanding scholar, a dedicated teacher able to give academic leadership, and a capable administrator.  The appointee will be responsible for the development of innovative teaching and research programmes, as well as representing the discipline to the University and the wider community, including the international community.

For further information of an academic nature please contact the Head of School, Dr John Macalister (tel:+64 4 463 5609; email: john.macalister@vuw.ac.nz).

Applications close on 30 June 2012 and should be made online at

www.vacancies.vuw.ac.nz