Assistant Professor of American Sign Language

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: StoryThe Department of Modern & Classical Languages & Literatures (MCLL) atWichita State University invites applications for a tenure-trackAssistant Professor of American Sign Language (ASL), beginning August2026. We seek candidates with a doctoral degree in American SignLanguage or a terminal degree in a closely related field, with a strongcommitment to both research and teaching in ASL. The ideal candidatewill demonstrate a robust research agenda and the potential tocontribute meaningfully to the research culture of the Fairmount Collegeof Liberal Arts & Sciences.The Department of MCLL at Wichita State offers three language majors(French, Spanish, and American Sign Language), five language minors(French, Spanish, American Sign Language, Japanese, and German), as wellas a master??s program in Spanish. The department also offers classes inLatin, Arabic, Chinese, and Italian. The ASL division has a full-timedirector and eight current adjunct instructors.MCLL offers a broad variety of collaboration opportunities -researchinterests of current faculty members include language access rights,health care interpretation, cultural studies, and linguistics. WichitaState University encourages interdepartmental collaboration as well.Job SummaryTeach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels using variousinstructional deliveries (e.g., traditional (face-to-face), hybrid, andfully online). To foster applied learning into the course design andengage with industry and local business community applied projects. Toadvance knowledge through scholarly activities (e.g., active involvementin committees, student mentorship, recruitment and retention initiative,outreach activities, etc.)Essential FunctionsMeet expectations for research, teaching, and service as set forth bythe department and college.Job Duties- Collaborate with other ASL faculty on assessment, course and program development, etc.- Perform outreach to the Deaf community.- Provide service to the ASL related professions at the department / college / university levels.- Ability to establish an active research program.- Provide mentoring to ASL students.- The successful candidate will provide service to the department and is also expected to play an active role in the WSU community as well as the deaf community and the greater Wichita area.Required Education and Experience:- Terminal degree in direct field- Teaching experienceFaculty Requirements- Doctoral degree in American Sign Language or related field by start date.- Fluency in American Sign Language as demonstrated by test scores or credentials such as but not limited to: ASLPI score of 4 or higher, SLPI rating of Advanced Plus or higher, BEI Advanced Certification, RID certification (NIC or CDI).Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:- Effective written communication skills. Ability to develop a productive research program. Ability to collaborate with diverse academic and non-academic groups.Preferred Qualifications- Interdisciplinary/industry collaboration experience as demonstrated by professional credentials in an ASL profession (either state or national level): (e.g. interpreter certification/licensure, Deaf Educator certification/licensure, ASL instructor certification/licensure).- Teaching effectiveness and/or research productivity.Additional Information:To be considered for this position, please complete the faculty profileincluding the names and contact information for three (3) references andbe prepared to upload the following documents:(1) Curriculum Vitae(2) Cover Letter(3) Statement of Researc and Sample Writing (in one document)(4) Statement of Teaching Philosophy (include teaching evaluations).Letter of recommendations will be requested later in the process tocandidates who advance to the final stages of interviewsScreening of applications will begin December 15, 2025 and will continueuntil the position is filled. Priority will be given to applicationssubmitted by December 15th.Physical Requirements:Ability to remain in a stationary position ?? Frequent 60-90%; Abilityto operate a computer and other office equipment including but notlimited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators ?? Frequent 60-90%

Created: 2026-02-06