California State University, Los Angeles

ANNOUNCEMENT OF OPENING

Department of Child and Family Studies
College of Health and Human Services

Specialization:  Language Development

POSITION:Open Rank, Tenure-Track

STARTING DATE:Fall, 2007

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Earned doctorate or ABD in Child or Human Development
and/or Family Studies or closely related field from an accredited institution of higher education. Doctorate is required for tenure and for appointment at the Associate and Full rank. We seek an individual with expertise in first and second language development across the lifespan.
Candidates with a concentration in the early childhood period (zero to
eight) are especially encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will
have: demonstrated potential for effective teaching using a variety of methodologies. Demonstrated ability and interest in working in a multiethnic, multicultural environment and potential for research, scholarly and/or creative activity involving students.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Potential for
success in securing external funding,
participation in relevant professional organizations and university teaching experience. Preference will be given to applicants who have a doctorate at the time of appointment.

DUTIES:Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the area of Child and
Family Studies. Advise students, participate in university and community service, conduct research, develop and implement learning outcome assessment plans, develop grant proposals, and publish scholarly papers.

THE UNIVERSITY:California State University, Los Angeles, is a
comprehensive urban university and one of 23 campuses that comprise The California State University system, offering programs in more than 50 academic and professional fields. The campus is located at the eastern edge of Los Angeles, adjacent to the western San Gabriel Valley, with more than 22,000 full- and part-time students reflecting the rich, ethnic diversity of the area.

SALARY RANGE:Initial salary commensurate with qualifications and
experience.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION:Letter of application; curriculum vitae; three current
letters of recommendation; transcript from institution awarding highest degree, and samples of scholarly work. Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States and completion of the University ¯s Application for Academic Employment form.

APPLICATION PROCESS:Review of applications
will begin October 27, 2006 and continue until position is filled. If unable to fill this position, it may be converted to a full-time temporary appointment.  Address letter of application, required documentation and/or requests for information to:

Search Committee, Chair
Department of Child and Family Studies
California State University, Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA 90032-8162
(323) 343-4650
Fax: (323) 343-5019

In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, Cal State L.A. is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live, work and learns in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual.
To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, disability, disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran status.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/TITLE IX EMPLOYER
Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions.

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California State University, Los Angeles ANNOUNCEMENT OF OPENING

Department of Child and Family Studies
College of Health and Human Services

Specialization:  Lifespan

POSITION:Open Rank, Tenure-Track

STARTING DATE:Fall, 2007

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Earned doctorate or ABD in Child or Human Development
and/or Family Studies or closely related field from an accredited institution of higher education. Doctorate is required for tenure and appointment at the Associate and Full rank. We seek an individual with expertise in development across the lifespan to provide leadership for coursework development in the graduate and undergraduate curriculum. The successful candidate will have demonstrated potential for effective teaching using a variety of methodologies, demonstrated ability and interest in working in a multiethnic, multicultural environment and potential for research, scholarly and/or creative activity involving students.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Potential for
success in securing external funding,
participation in relevant professional organizations and university teaching experience.

DUTIES:Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the area of Child and
Family Studies. Advise students, participate in university and community service, conduct research, develop and implement learning outcome assessment plans, develop grant proposals, and publish scholarly papers.

THE UNIVERSITY:California State University, Los Angeles, is a
comprehensive urban university and one of 23 campuses that comprise The California State University system, offering programs in more than 50 academic and professional fields.  The campus is located at the eastern edge of Los Angeles, adjacent to the western San Gabriel Valley, with more than 22,000 full- and part-time students reflecting the rich, ethnic diversity of the area.

SALARY RANGE:Initial salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION:Letter of application; curriculum vitae; three current
letters of recommendation; transcript from institution awarding highest degree, and samples of scholarly work. Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States and completion of the University ¯s Application for Academic Employment form.

APPLICATION PROCESS:Review of applications
will begin October 27, 2006 and continue until position is filled. If unable to fill this position, it may be converted to a full-time temporary appointment.  Address letter of application, required documentation and/or requests for information to:

Search Committee, Chair
Department of Child and Family Studies
California State University, Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA 90032-8162
(323) 343-4650
Fax: (323) 343-5019

In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, Cal State L.A. is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live, work and learns in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual.
To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, disability, disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran status.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/TITLE IX EMPLOYER
Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions.