Anthropologist (Linguistics)
The Department of Anthropology at the Smithsonian's National Museum of
Natural History seeks a research curator in linguistics,
anthropological linguistics, linguistic anthropology or
sociolinguistics.
The Department of Anthropology is one of the largest and most diverse
in the nation, with more than 70 full-time staff, including 19
research curators in divisions of archaeology, ethnology, and physical
anthropology. Anthropological research, including linguistics, has
flourished at the Smithsonian for over 150 years, resulting in a
wealth of publications, exhibitions, and collaborations, as well as
world-renowned collections of artifacts, manuscripts, photographs, and
film (http://anthropology.si.edu).
We seek an individual who will initiate and maintain an innovative
scholarly program in linguistics, anthropological linguistics,
linguistic anthropology and/or sociolinguistics. Works to enhance the
linguistic collections, housed primarily in the Department of
Anthropology's National Anthropological Archives, from a curatorial
and research perspective, including developing research based on
Smithsonian collections, expanding collections use, and building
collections. Conducts research that addresses major research themes
within linguistics, anthropological linguistics, linguistic
anthropology, sociolinguistics or related fields of study. Works
collaboratively with departmental staff to develop a program in
endangered language research, preservation and revitalization. Works
to enhance the linguistic collections, housed in the National
Anthropological Archives, from a curatorial and research perspective
including developing research based on Smithsonian collections,
expanding collections use, and building collections. Collaborates
with researchers within the Smithsonian and in other institutions to
encourage studies related to the Department's activities and to
promote the increase and dissemination of linguistic knowledge. The
incumbent must be fa
miliar with the most current research ideas and
applications available for research in linguistics and/or related
fields. Doctoral degree in linguistics, anthropological linguistics,
socio-linguistics or related disciplines with strong anthropological
training, robust record of publication, and evidence of successful
grantsmanship appropriate to career level strongly preferred.
This position will be initially offered as a four-year term
appointment, comparable to a tenure-track university position. It is
a Federal position and U.S. citizenship is required. For complete
requirements and application instructions go to www.si.edu/ohr and
scroll to announcement # 09A-RB-294783-DEU-NMNH. The Smithsonian
Institution is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The direct link is here:
http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=79191834&AVSDM=2009-02-06+19%3A09%3A13&Logo=0&pg=2&q=smithsonian&FedEmp=Y&sort=rv&vw=d&ss=0&brd=3876&FedPub=Y&caller=/agency_search.asp
