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The University of Manchester: School of Languages, Linguistics and Cultures Closing date: 15/08/2011Reference: HUM/12591 This 0.5FTE lectureship in Interpreting (German) post provides partial cover for an absence due to maternity leave. The post offers an excellent opportunity for interpreter trainers to work in a dynamic and rewarding academic environment focused on high-quality postgraduate training and research in translation and interpreting. Applications are invited from candidates who are practising conference interpreters. Interviews will take place during the last week in August. Starting date: 1 September 2011 Salary: £32,751 - £35,788 p.a. (part time) (pro rata) (fixed term) Informal Enquiries: Dr. Maeve Olohan Director of CTIS Email: maeve.olohan@manchester.ac.uk Documents: Further particulars - ref HUM/12591 (PDF - 30 KB) The University of Manchester values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. How to apply: To apply for this vacancy please download a copy of the application form either in Microsoft Word format (RTF) or as a PDF. You will need a PDF reader such as Adobe Acrobat (downloadable from Adobe) to view PDF file(s). PDF files open in a new window. Apple Mac users: please follow instructions below. Application form RTF Application form PDF If you are using an Apple Mac to complete your application form, please convert the RTF into a Microsoft Word Document as the functionality of an RTF form on a Mac can differ from other computers. Please refer to the guidance notes for more information on how to apply for our vacancies: Guidance notes PDF If you require copies of documentation in alternative formats; large print, Braille etc, please contact Human Resources: hr@manchester.ac.uk You will need a PDF reader such as Adobe Acrobat (downloadable from Adobe) to view PDF file(s). PDF files open in a new window. To request a hard copy: Directorate of Human Resources Humanities HR Samuel Alexander Building The University of Manchester Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL Tel: + 44 (0) 161 275 8838 Email: Humanities-hr@manchester.ac.uk www.manchester.ac.uk/jobs
Lectureships (Teaching-Focused) in Interpreting (2 posts) School of Languages, Linguistics and Cultures The Spanish post (HUM/11957) is part of a significant expansion of the Centre for Translation and Intercultural Studies at Manchester which included the recent appointment of interpreting specialists for Arabic, Chinese and French. Previous applicants for the Spanish post will automatically be considered. The German post (HUM/12591) provides partial cover for an absence due to maternity leave. Both posts offer an excellent opportunity for interpreter trainers to work in a dynamic and rewarding academic environment focused on high-quality postgraduate training and research in translation and interpreting. Applications are invited from candidates who are practising conference interpreters. Starting date: 1 September 2011 0.4 Lectureship (Teaching-Focused) in interpreting (Spanish) School of languages, Linguistics and Cultures Closing date: 18/07/2011Reference: HUM/11957 Salary: £32,751 – £35,788 p.a. (pro rata) (fixed term) Informal Enquiries: Dr. Maeve Olohan, Director of CTIS Email: maeve.olohan@manchester.ac.uk 0.5 Lectureship (Teaching-Focused) in Interpreing (German) School of Languages, Linguistics and Cultures Closing date: 18/07/2011Reference: HUM/12591 Salary: £32,751 – £35,788 p.a. (pro rata) (fixed term) Informal Enquiries: Dr. Maeve Olohan, Director of CTIS Email: maeve.olohan@manchester.ac.uk The application forms can be accessed at: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/aboutus/jobs/vacancies/academic/vacancy/?ref=157854 The closing date is 18 July 2011, with interviews provisionally scheduled for the week commencing 25 July. Note that applicants must submit the completed application form to the (postal or email) address given in the particulars.
Possible course responsibilities are: a. interpreting/translation theory and skills training (undergraduate and graduate), b. lecture, practicum, and seminar in communication theory and communication in English, c. courses on writing and other general English skills. M.A. is required, Ph.D. preferred. We are looking for an individual with interpreting/translation work and teaching experience, preferably with academic knowledge in the field other than interpreting/translation theory. Job specifications, application forms and further details are now available at: http://jrecin.jst.go.jp/seek/SeekJorDetail?fn=2&ln=1&id=D111050257&ln_jor=1 Informal enquiries may be sent to Kikuko Tanabe, tanabe@mail.kobe-c.ac.jp
Please send letter, CV, three recommendations, statement of teaching and research interests, and writing sample to: Prof. Edwin Gentzler, chair, Interpreting Studies search committee, Comparative Literature (LLC), 430 Herter Hall, 161 President's Dr., University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst MA 01003-9312. The extended review of dossiers will begin on August 15, 2011, and continue until the position is filled. The Department is committed to developing a more diverse faculty, student body, and curriculum. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is a member of the Five College Consortium, along with Amherst, Smith, Hampshire, and Mount Holyoke Colleges and is also a member the Academic Career Network, a resource for dual career couples. The University of Massachusetts is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.
The Department of Language Management and Language Practice at the University of the Free State has a possible two-year postdoc of ZAR200 000 per annum to offer in translation studies. Interested candidates who have completed a PhD during the past ten years can send their CV to Kobus Marais at jmarais@ufs.ac.za Preference will be given to African students working on the development of translation studies in Africa, preferably from a sociological or intercultural perspective, but the selection panel may also consider other candidates. The closing date is 11 June. The panel reserves the right not to offer a grant if a suitable candidate is not found.
The School wishes to appoint a Lecturer to contribute to a range of programmes across the School, both at undergraduate and postgraduate level. Applicants will be expected to have proven experience of teaching in the areas of Translation Studies and Technical/Professional Communication at university level. We are looking for a versatile individual with the following skill set; fluency in a foreign language, professional translation experience, expertise in translation technologies (CAT tools) and in technical and professional writing. Applicants should possess a PhD (or be nearing completion) in translation and/or technical communication. The capacity to teach both in classroom and online environments will be an advantage. The successful candidate will also be research- and/or knowledge transfer-active and will be expected to contribute to the profile of the School and/or CEISR [the research centre for European and International Studies] in these areas. See http://matsnews.blogspot.com/2011/05/lectureship-at-portsmouth-in.html for links to salary details, a job description and a person specification. For further information or details of this position, contact John Naysmith (Head of School), john.naysmith at port.ac.uk, or Ian Kemble (Postgraduate Programmes Coordinator), ian.kemble at port.ac.uk, +44 2392 846220.
Employer: Translation Studies Graduate Programme at the University of Edinburgh, http://www.llc.ed.ac.uk/graduateschool/translationstudies/ Employer profile: In 2009 The Translation Studies Graduate Programme at the University of Edinburgh was awarded four scholarships from the Arts and Humanities Research Council (Block Grants Partnership) for our MSc and PhD degrees in translation studies. These are prestigious studentships which are available over a five-year period, offering full UK/EU fees for all years of study and an annual maintenance award of approximately 13,000 pounds (PhD) or 9,000 pounds (MSc). The first of these scholarships was awarded for the 2010/2011 session and was for a Professional Preparation Masters Scheme, allowing one candidate to study on our MSc in Translation Studies degree. The second of these scholarships will be for the 2011/2012 session and will allow one candidate to study on PhD in Translation Studies. More information on this scholarship and the relevant forms are available at http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/literatures-languages-cultures/graduate-school/scholarships For more information on the Translation Studies Graduate Programme at the University of Edinburgh, see http://www.llc.ed.ac.uk/graduateschool/translationstudies/
Employer: Department for Translation Science (Faculty for Philological and Cultural Studies), University of Innsbruck (Austria), http://www.uibk.ac.at/ Employer profile: The University of Innsbruck is committed to increasing the percentage of female employees especially in leading positions and therefore explicitly invites women to apply. In the case of equivalent qualifications, women will be given preference. Application deadline: 2010-12-15 Job description/salary: The successful applicant will be expected to represent, both in research and teaching, the subject of Translation Science in general, with the main focus of research being on the Theory of Terminology Science. In teaching, s/he is expected to also offer introductory courses within the framework of the syllabus of the department's BA- and MA programmes (Translationswissenschaft) and to supervise BA-, MA- and doctoral theses. S/he is also expected to participate in academic administration and self-governance. The position will be based on a permanent civil-law employment contract with the University. Contact details: Leopold-Franzens-Universität Innsbruck, Fakultäten Servicestelle, Standort Innrain 52f, A-6020 Innsbruck (fss-innrain52f@uibk.ac.at) Application submission details: The application should at least include: curriculum vitae with a description of the scientific and professional career, list of scientific publications, list of scientific lectures and other scientific work and projects, description of completed research projects including funding bodies, total research grant and duration of project, description of completed, current and intended research activities and the five most important publications. All documents have to be submitted in digital form (CD-ROM, e-mail, etc.). Hardcopy (paper) is optional. The full, authoritative text in German (published in the official bulletin of the University of 20th October 2010) as well as additional information on the current status of the application process may be found at: http://www.uibk.ac.at/fakultaeten-servicestelle/standorte/innrain52f/berufungen_habilitationen/berufungen.html Relevant links: http://www.uibk.ac.at/fakultaeten-servicestelle/standorte/innrain52f/berufungen_habilitationen/berufungen.html
Employer: The University of Texas at Brownsville and Texas Southmost College, http://www.utb.edu Experience: Must have an active research/scholarly agenda. Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications. Deadline: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and continue until the position is filled. Contact details: For more information, please contact José Dávila-Montes at Jose.Davila@utb.edu Relevant links: http://www.utb.edu
Employer: London Metropolitan University, http://www.londonmet.ac.uk Relevant links: http://www.londonmet.ac.uk/research/the-graduate-school/vice-chancellors-phd-scholarships.cfm
£45,336 to £52,556 per annum Applications are invited for a Senior Lectureship in Applied Translation Studies to teach applied translation studies modules at undergraduate and MA levels and to supervise PGR students in this area. You will have proven skills in all aspects of teaching and related administration, in enterprise and engagement, and in research. You should have a relevant first degree and a PhD (or equivalents). Closing date: 12 noon on 6 May 2011. See http://www.uea.ac.uk/hr/jobs/acad/atr961.htm for more details.
