University of Florida,Turkish Position
The Center for European Studies, at the University of Florida seeks a qualified Turkish language Adjunct Instructor to teach beginning and intermediate Turkish language students in Fall 2017 and Spring 2018.
Candidates should have a native command of Turkish language. Preference will be given to candidates with at least a Master's Degree in a relevant field and language training experience. The primary duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following: Serving as the instructor of record for Turkish language course, primarily at the introductory and intermediate levels (first and second year instruction). Teaching assignment will be two (2) courses per semester (one beginning and one intermediate).
Responsibilities to include developing fully detailed course syllabi that comply with UF standards, ensuring all course related materials (textbooks and reading packs etc.) are ordered according to UF regulations and published deadlines, holding office hours as appropriate, providing all grades and student assessments within published deadlines (for final grades), and responding to student course related inquiries in reasonable time (generally not to exceed 48 hours).
Other responsibilities include engaging in service activities as appropriate, particularly as these apply to the Turkish Studies program, but also European Studies more generally. Salary to be negotiated on a per/course basis. Interested candidates should contact Amie Kreppel (kreppel@ufl.edu) for more information.
Indiana University, Central Eurasian Studies: Turkish Lecturer
The Department of Central Eurasian Studies in the School of Global and International Studies at Indiana University, Bloomington seeks to fill a non-tenure track, full-time lecturer position in Turkish language instruction beginning August 1, 2017.
Initial contract will be renewable for each year, after annual review by faculty, for three years.
PhD or ABD preferred, and MA required, in Turkish language and literature, Turkish studies, Central Eurasian/Inner Asian studies, or related field.
Native-speaker or equivalent Turkish language proficiency and excellent command of English required. Previous experience teaching Turkish as a second language at all levels and other courses in Turkish studies is desirable.
Candidates should demonstrate commitment to working on program development with Indiana University’s world-class faculty of Central Eurasian studies as well as the School of Global and International Studies.
Application materials including a cover letter (letter of application), statement of teaching philosophy, CV, three reference letters, teaching evaluations, and publications should be submitted online at http://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/3071
Please ask all referees to submit their reference letters before December 15, 2016.
Applications received by December 15, 2016, are assured full consideration.
Inquiries can be directed to Ms. Jackie Breeding, CEUS, GISB 3024, 355 N. Jordan Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47405, or jmbreedi@indiana.edu.
Cornell University
The Department of Near Eastern Studies, College of Arts and Sciences, Cornell University, invites applications for a position as Lecturer in Turkish language for two years beginning in the academic year 2017-19. The successful candidate will teach two courses per semester: Elementary and Intermediate Turkish 1 and 2 and this will be a 2/3 time appointment. Minimum requirements are: a Masters’ Degree in a related field such as Turkish Literature, Linguistics or Comparative Literature; experience teaching Turkish language (ideally including Ottoman Turkish); and demonstrated commitment to innovative methods of language instruction. The successful candidate will join a department with a long history of teaching Middle East Languages, and a college committed to growing Turkish studies on campus. Please submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses of three references to Academic Jobs Online https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/7987 by November 1, 2016. Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We’re an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We actively encourage applications of women, persons of color, and persons with disabilities.
AMERICAN COUNCILS Seeking Turkish Language Experts
American Councils for International Education (American Councils) is seeking Turkish Language Experts to assist in the development of an online Turkish proficiency-based test. We are currently seeking passage selectors for the project. This would entail looking through authentic materials in order to identify suitable texts by proficiency level and content.
We are looking for Turkish language specialists who
- are at least a level 2+ on the ILR Proficiency Scale or a native speaker of Turkish with knowledge of English;
- are familiar with proficiency scales (either ACTFL or ILR);
- are trained in language proficiency testing or teaching (hands-on training is a possibility);
- have used proficiency considerations in teaching or research (desirable but not obligatory);
Please note that in order to qualify for this work you have to have an active Social Security Number and a US bank account, and have to be authorized to work in the US.
Interested candidates should send an email message with a copy of their resume to Camelot Marshall, Ph.D. (
itemwriting@americancouncils.org). All submissions will receive further information about possible assignments, payments and schedules.
Thank you in advance for your attention.
Camelot Marshall, Ph. D.
Manager, Assessment and Curriculum Development
American Councils for International Education
Turkish Translators
A US-based media company is looking to hire freelance translators who are native Turkish speakers to translate and localize entertainment content from English to Turkish.
Must be fluent in English and have professional translating experience. Translators can be based anywhere.
Work Schedule:
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Project begins immediately.
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Flexible hours.
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All work will be done remotely.
Please send cover letter, resume, and related samples to turkey@bridgeheadmedia.com
This list is based on information collected by AATT and may not be exhaustive.