Lecturer in Chinese The Language Center at Stanford University invites applications for a full-time appointment of Lecturer in Chinese beginning September 2009. The position is renewable. Minimum qualifications are an MA in linguistics, applied linguistics, and/or Chinese language and literature, Ph.D. preferable. Applicants should have experience teaching Chinese language as an instructor at the college level. Candidates should be able to teach all levels of Chinese language courses and possess native or near-native fluency in Chinese with an excellent command of English. Preference is given to candidates familiar with ACTFL OPI principles, with a commitment to pursuing ACTFL OPI tester certification. The salary is competitive. Applications, including current vita, the names of three persons who can serve as recommenders, and a brief description of teaching philosophy and methods, should be sent or faxed to Chinese Language Search Committee, Stanford Language Center, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305-2015. Fax number 650-725-9377. Review of applications will begin immediately. The deadline for receipt of applications is no later than November 3, 2008. Initial interviews will be conducted at the ACTFL conference in Orlando, Florida. Stanford University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Applications from minority and women candidates are especially encouraged. No phone inquiries please.