Research Assistant Needed
for Study on Social Justice in Language Education
for Study on Social Justice in Language Education
Dr. Rachel Showstack (MCLL) seeks a research assistant for a new study on the personal experiences and teaching practices of Kansas Spanish teachers with respect to linguistic, cultural, and racial diversity. The position will be funded by a University Research/Creative Projects Award from WSU.
The ideal candidate would have experience with language teaching, awareness of diversity within the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures, and interest in applied linguistics and interdisciplinary scholarly research. Graduate students are preferred, but advanced undergraduate students may also be considered for the position. Responsibilities include conducting and transcribing interviews with Kansas Spanish teachers, assisting with data analysis, helping to organize a series of webinars on social justice in language education, and conducting background research.
Candidates should submit a CV, letter of interest, and a list of references and contact information to Dr. Rachel Showstack (rachel.showstack at wichita.edu). In the cover letter, candidates should explain why they are interested in the position, describe relevant experiences and skills, and provide information on availability in Summer and Fall 2021. The priority deadline for applications is March 1, 2021.
The ideal candidate would have experience with language teaching, awareness of diversity within the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures, and interest in applied linguistics and interdisciplinary scholarly research. Graduate students are preferred, but advanced undergraduate students may also be considered for the position. Responsibilities include conducting and transcribing interviews with Kansas Spanish teachers, assisting with data analysis, helping to organize a series of webinars on social justice in language education, and conducting background research.
Candidates should submit a CV, letter of interest, and a list of references and contact information to Dr. Rachel Showstack (rachel.showstack at wichita.edu). In the cover letter, candidates should explain why they are interested in the position, describe relevant experiences and skills, and provide information on availability in Summer and Fall 2021. The priority deadline for applications is March 1, 2021.