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The College of Wooster ● Department of Africana Studies ● Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor
Qualifications: The College of Wooster seeks a full-time leave replacement for 2013-2014, commencing August 2013. Rank will be determined by strength of candidate's teaching experience and publications. Broad interdisciplinary training in African
diasporic studies required. Ability to teach introductory courses in Africana Studies, as well as upper level courses, and advise independent undergraduate study projects required. Ph.D. or comparable terminal degree required. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until position is filled.
Application Procedures: Please submit electronically letter of application and 3 letters of recommendation to Prof. Josephine Wright, Chair, Department of Africana Studies (jwright@wooster.edu).
Other Information:The appointment begins in August 2013.Application review begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.Wooster seeks to ensure diversity by its policy of employing persons without regard to age, sex, color, race, creed, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or political affiliation. The College of Wooster is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
SUNY Oneonta | Women's and Gender Studies | Historically Underrepresented Dissertation Fellow (Visiting Assistant Professor) Qualifications The Department of Women's and Gender Studies at SUNY Oneonta invites applications for a non-tenure track position as a Historically Underrepresented Dissertation Fellow (Visiting Assistant Professor) beginning in August 2013. Specialization is open, but preference will be given to work at the intersections of gender, media, and technology or at the intersections of gender, sexuality, and the sciences. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with diverse populations, and/or teaching pedagogies and/or multicultural teaching experience. For a complete description of this position go to: www.oneonta.edu/employment. Application Procedures Women, persons of color, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.To apply online, go to: http://oneonta.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp\?JOBID=38898. Other InformationSUNY Oneonta is a comprehensive, public, liberal arts and sciences college with 6,000 students. The College is ranked as one of the 50 best regional universities in the North by U.S. News & World Report. The Women's and Gender Studies Department at SUNY Oneonta currently offers a Minor and has 50 students in its Program. To learn more about the College or the Department please visit www.oneonta.edu or www.oneonta.edu/academics/womens/. For other employment and regional opportunities, please visit our website at: www.oneonta.edu/employment.
SUNY Oneonta values a diverse college community. Please visit our website on diversity at: www.oneonta.edu/home/diversity.asp. Moreover, the College is an EEO/AA/ADA employer. Do not post after August 2013
Consortium for Faculty Diversity |Liberal Arts Colleges | Scholars-in-Residence - Dissertation Fellowships | Post-Doctoral Fellowships
The Consortium for Faculty Diversity at Liberal Arts Colleges invites applications in all disciplines for Scholar-in-Residence appointments. Qualifications: Applicants should either be working toward a Ph.D. or a M.F.A. degree, or should have been awarded the degree no more than five years prior to the date of the application. Applicants must be either U.S. citizens or unconditional permanent residents, committed and willing to contribute to enhancing the diversity of member colleges and their faculties. Scholars will receive compensation equivalent to that for beginning instructors or assistant professors. Responsibilities/Duties: Scholars will be expected to conduct research, teach the equivalent of one or two semester-long courses, and participate in other activities at the host institution. Mentoring of teaching and scholarship will be provided.Applications are shared with all Consortium member schools that subsequently award appointments according to their policies and procedures. Please visit http://www.gettysburg.edu/about/offices/provost/cfd/for information and to apply. For inquiries contact: Suzanne Gockowski, sgockows@gettysburg.edu, Tel: 717 337 6796, Fax: 717 337 8575 – remove June 30, 2013
IUPUI | Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Indiana University- Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) is seeking a Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. The Vice Chancellor will be part of a vibrant urban campus, motivated by a spirit of democratic pluralism and a quest to embrace difference. At IUPUI, we seek understanding across social barriers; we risk transformation through interaction with those different from us; and we empower those populations underrepresented in U.S. higher education. The Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion will lead these efforts and report directly to the Chancellor, participating in the work of the Chancellor’s Executive Cabinet to mobilize the energy and expertise of students, faculty, and staff toward this vision.
QUALIFICATIONS
•Seven or more years of experience in supervising multiple units, including budget management and demonstrated leadership in successfully developing and implementing campus-wide diversity and cultural competence training programs
•Demonstrated success in advancing the recruitment, retention, and achievement of underrepresented students
•Evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills, strategic planning experience, and significant and successful conflict resolution experience
•Knowledge of national trends and best practices related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and campus climate issues in higher education
•Record of active engagement in a national/international network of diversity scholars and practitioners
Preferred qualifications include: an earned doctorate from a regionally accredited institution, seven or more years of senior level experience at a college/university or in the private sector in relevant work areas, experience at an urban and/or metropolitan university, experience in developing and submitting proposals for external funding, and experience in collaborating with faculty to secure external funding.
SUMMARY OF VICE CHANCELLOR PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
·Integrity
·Cultural competence and good judgment on issues related to values in higher education
·Strong organizational ability
·Strong interpersonal relations skills, including strong leadership abilities
·Deliberate, actionable, and applicable communication skills
·Ability to analyze, synthesize, and prioritize
·Proven ability and interest in building coalitions, and developing and maintaining relationships
·Commitment to and experience in the field of diversity, equity, and inclusion
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is the campus’ senior diversity officer and will oversee the Multicultural Success Center and Adaptive Educational Services. The Vice Chancellor is empowered by the Chancellor to facilitate the institutionalization of structures that advance equity and diversity within IUPUI units and initiate change in the cultures and climate of IUPUI. To undertake this responsibility the Vice Chancellor will:
-Promote and engage in the development of programs and activities to support a culture of open inquiry, pluralism, and mutual respect throughout the campus and the community.
· -Identify and define problems, work toward successful resolutions.
· -Foster the campus vision and commitment to diversity.
· -Provide leadership for the implementation of diversity initiatives outlined in the campus’s strategic plan and the annual affirmative action plan.
· - Collaborate with the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO) to ensure campus compliance with federal and state laws and regulations as well as university policies concerning equal opportunity, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
·-Collaborate with the Executive Vice Chancellor and Vice Chancellor for Student Life in developing a comprehensive and institution-wide approach to achieving and sustaining a diverse and pluralistic community of students, faculty, and staff.
·-Develop and cultivate appropriate mutually beneficial internal and external partnerships.
· -Collaborate with the Office of Alumni Relations to increase the membership of minority alumni in campus activities.
·-Collaborate with the Indiana University Foundation to secure resources that support diversity programs.
· - The Vice Chancellor, in partnership with the Executive Vice Chancellor, willincentivize and reward efforts to advance academic endeavors across the IUPUI campus. In order to address this academic focus, the Vice Chancellor will: Work with relevant administrators across campus to assess and address challenges to the goal of excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Develop indicators and metrics of success and determine methods of measurement in these areas.
· - Enrich the curriculum with content related to underrepresented populations and diversity issues.
· -Enhance IUPUI’s ability to support specific academic and research needs of students and faculty from underrepresented populations.
· -- Collaborate with the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO) to integrate historically underrepresented populations in all academic departments and disciplines.
· - Encourage research studies that advance understanding of issues related to the full range of diversity perspectives.
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
The Vice Chancellor will:
·Support the Chancellor and the campus in achieving the campus mission, vision, values, and goals for diversity.
·Identify and recommend specific strategies and procedures for measuring diversity achievements in all areas of diversity and strengthen accountability regarding diversity throughout the university.
·Advise the Chancellor and Executive Vice Chancellor on implications of academic, fiscal, and administrative policy decisions on the campus’s diversity goals.
·Advance efforts of the Executive Vice Chancellor, Vice Chancellors, and Deans to support research and curricular and co-curricular activities regarding diversity, equity, and related issues.
·Collaborate with the Vice Chancellor for Student Life on co-curricular matters, especially those related to the inclusion and engagement of underrepresented populations and diversity issues that affect students.
·Enhance the campus’s ability to support specific developmental needs of students from underrepresented populations.
·Contribute to the continuing implementation of best practice within IUPUI’s strategic enrollment management plan to enact our values of equity and diversity.
·Serve with the Chancellor as Co-Chair of the Diversity Cabinet.
·Examine and address issues related to the university’s social climate (e.g., micro-inequities, marginalization, disproportional attrition, etc.).
·Collaborate with Executive Vice Chancellor to assess and address problems related to curriculum, professional development, pay equity, concentration of particular populations in specific types of jobs, transparency of financial information, and campus policies.
·Oversee the design, implementation, and budgeting of programs related to diversity and inclusion. Implement creative and integrative approaches to equity, inclusion, and diversity, working across various populations, with sensitivity to the fact that staff, faculty, and students have both overlapping and distinct concerns.
·Seek internal and external funds to enhance campus diversity.
·Provide resources to support faculty efforts to secure internal and external funding for diversity-related programs and initiatives.
·Collaborate with the Vice Chancellor for External Affairs to foster, develop, or maintain relationships with diverse, community-based organizations, such as elected officials, community leaders, the Dialogue Group, and other underrepresented groups that champion diversity within the community and the state of Indiana.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Requests for confidential discussions or nominations should be addressed directly to Dr. Mac Stewart, senior consultant, at mas@academic-search.com. A complete application will consist of the application letter, five references (who will not be contacted without permission of the applicant), and a current C.V. The application packet should be sent electronically to IUPUIDiversity@academic-search.com. The position will remain open until filled, but applications received after April 8, 2013 cannot be assured full consideration.
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY • IUPUI is Indiana’s premier urban public research university, with 21 schools and academic units, which grant degrees in more than 250 programs from both Indiana University and Purdue University. Its location within blocks of downtown Indianapolis facilitates advancement of research and teaching, and presents unique opportunities for internships, partnerships, community engagement, and more. The University’s proximity offers many cultural opportunities, including museums, parks, the zoo, and the headquarters of the NCAA. IUPUI enrolls more than 30,000 student students representing all 50 states and 122 countries. The University also has more than 2,500 faculty, $400 million in research grants and awards, and a $1.2 billion annual operating budget. In 2011, IUPUI was ranked 3rd by U.S. News and World Report in the category of “Up-and-Coming National Universities”. IUPUI values civility, collaboration, community engagement, advancing social justice,accountability, creativity and the generation of new ideas, integrity, openness, respect, and trust. IUPUI is dedicated to preparing students to effect positive change in the world they have inherited. Such preparation is holistic, including curricular and co-curricular, physical, cultural, and environmental contexts. In support of these values, we fully embrace the inherent worth of all individuals, both at IUPUI and in the larger community. We recognize that diversity is a key to meeting, and exceeding, all goals. Diversity encompasses the range of personal demographics and perspectives, and includes, but is not limited to, race, ethnicity, national origin, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical and mental abilities, religious identification, socioeconomic class, and political ideology. We believe that any environment is enhanced when individuals from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas come together to learn from and share with each other. We believe further that such learning and sharing are meaningful only when all contributors have an equal opportunity to shape the environment in which they co-exist and to participate in the decisions that affect them.
University of Oklahoma • Department African & African American Studies • Tenure Track Asst. Professor
QualificationsThe African & African American Studies program at the University of Oklahoma seeks an outstanding full-time tenure track faculty member, at the rank of assistant professor. Strong candidates in any area related to Africana/ African American Studies are encouraged to apply.The successful candidate should hold a PhD in Africana Studies/ African American Studies by the time of appointment. Applicants with equivalent degrees in the social sciences, political science, humanities or the arts (with expertise in African American Studies) will also be considered. Responsibilities/Duties Candidates must demonstrate the potential to generate a distinguished record of scholarship that contributes to the field of Africana /African American Studies. Additionally, candidates should have the ability to teach courses in the core curriculum of the BA in African & African American Studies and an area of specialization. Normal duties consist of teaching four classes each academic year, plus general faculty responsibilities. Application Procedures Please submit the following electronically at jobs.ou.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=78713 : Letter of application; complete curriculum vitae; description of research area(s); and contact information for at least three references. Other Information The appointment begins in August 2013. Application review will begin February 1, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled.
The University of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Application Deadline Until the position is filled
Do not post after May 31, 2013 • Jeanette R. Davidson PhD ACSW, Director, African and African American Studies and Chair, Search Committee, 601 Elm Avenue, R 516, Norman, Oklahoma 73019-3104
The Pennsylvania State University | Department: African American Studies | Associate Professor of Black Feminist Thought, Gender and Sexuality Studies, or Queer/LGBT Studies
The Pennsylvania State University, College of the Liberal Arts, invites applications for a tenure-stream position in Black Feminist Thought and Theory, Gender and Sexuality Studies, or Queer/LGBT Studies for its new Department of African American Studies.The position is to be filled at the rank of associate professor.Applicants should have demonstrable teaching experience and scholarly credentials commensurate with an associate professor appointment at a major research university. While we seek to hire an established scholar in the areas indicated above, we will consider applications from other disciplines in the broader field of African American Studies, including cultural and social anthropology, political economy, sociology, history, philosophy, and cultural geography. We particularly welcome applications from scholars with demonstrable expertise in the digital humanities. The salary/benefit package is competitive, and the position begins in fall 2013. Applications for the position must be submitted electronically to: www.la.psu.edu/facultysearch/. The on-line application must include a cover letter and curriculum vitae. Please arrange to have three confidential letters of reference sent to Staci Kelly at szk3@psu.edu. If the application and letters of reference cannot be submitted electronically, they may be mailed to Search Committee Chair, AFAM Search Committee, The Pennsylvania State University, 133 Willard Building, University Park, PA 16802. Applications received by November 15, 2012 will receive first priority, although all applications will be considered until the search is concluded. For additional information contact Staci Kelly at szk3@psu.edu. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.
The Pennsylvania State University | African American Studies | Assistant Professor of African American Studies
The Pennsylvania State University, College of the Liberal Arts, invites applications for a tenure-stream position in its new Department of African American Studies. The position is to be filled at the rank of assistant professor. Qualifications: Applicants should have demonstrable teaching experience or potential and scholarly credentials commensurate with a tenure-stream appointment at a major research university. While we welcome applications from scholars across all the relevant areas of specialization and competence, we particularly encourage applications from scholars with doctorates in African American or Black Diaspora Studies, with research emphases in Black Feminist Thought and Theory and/or political economy, and with demonstrable expertise in the digital humanities. We also welcome applicants with degrees in humanistic disciplines including but not limited to cultural and social anthropology, comparative literature, sociology, philosophy, and cultural geography. The salary/benefit package is competitive, and the position begins in fall 2013. Application Procedure: Applications for the position must be submitted electronically to: www.la.psu.edu/facultysearch/. The on-line application must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and teaching portfolio. Please arrange to have three confidential reference letters sent to Staci Kelly at szk3@psu.edu.If the application and letters of reference cannot be submitted electronically, they may be mailed to Search Committee Chair, AFAM Search Committee, The Pennsylvania State University, 133 Willard Building, University Park, PA 16802. Applications received by November 15, 2012 will receive first priority, although all applications will be considered until the search is concluded. For additional information contact Staci Kelly at szk3@psu.edu. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.
University of Arkansas | School of Social Work | Assistant Professor Tenure Track PositionThe University is the state’s flagship research institution and offers a dynamic and supportive environment for research, teaching, and service.Fayetteville and Northwest Arkansas includes an increasingly diverse population of almost 500,000.The area ismarked by growing economic prosperity yet manages to retain a distinctive hometown feeling; making it an attractive place to live, work and play.Fayetteville is a socially and culturally progressive city surrounded by the unsurpassed beauty of the Ozark Mountains.The School of Social Work, and the African and African American Studies Program are seeking to fill a tenure track Assistant Professor position.We are especially interested in persons who can complete research and teach across these two disciplines. For this position, we are seeking someone with a strong interest in and ability to teach and conduct research and has a record of (or potential for) publication and securing external funding.In addition, we are interested in candidates who have a research agenda that compliments the mission of the School of Social Work and focuses on underrepresented populations.This hire is part of a cluster hire of three joint positions in the African and African American Studies Program.
The School has one of the oldest undergraduate social work programs in the United States.We have offered undergraduate social work degrees since 1940 and currently have 250students enrolled.The graduate program offers a concentration in advanced practice from a multi-systems life course perspective.The position offers exciting opportunities to help with the ongoing development of a state of the art graduate social work program. The School of Social Work includes the BSW program (CSWE accredited), the MSW program (CSWE accredited), and the Academic Partnership in Social Welfare.The School has current external funding in excess of $3 million.
Requirements: DSW or Ph.D. in social work or a PH.D. in a related field with an MSW degree that is CSWE accredited.A record of research productivity or evidence of potential for success in this area, capacity for and interest in acquiring external funds, teaching experience or evidence of potential for teaching excellence, particularly in areas of Policy, Research, and HBSE, student-centeredness, skills in teamwork and collegiality, and a strong commitment to baccalaureate education as well graduate education. We are seeking candidates who will initiate a program of teaching, research, service, and outreach to the state’s African/African American community. We are also interested in candidates that have 2 years of post-MSW experience.The position requires the ability to teach courses across the MSW and BSW curricula as well as in the AAST Program.Salary is very competitive based on qualifications and experience. Position begins August 2013.Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and a list of three references, to: Dr. Kimberly Stauss, University of Arkansas, School of Social Work, 106 ASUP, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701 This University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and applications will be accepted without regard to age, race, color, sex, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, maternal or parental status, veteran’s status, or disability.Applicants must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States.
University of Connecticut, Stamford Campus,| The English Dept. |Assistant Professor in American/African American Literature - The University of Connecticut, Stamford Campus, invites applications for a FT (9 mo.) tenure‑track faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor, with a specialty in American Literature and a strong emphasis on African American Literature, to start Fall 2013.
Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in English or related field by 8/23/2013; expertise in some combination of American Literature at large and African American Literature; a record of, or strong potential for, distinguished scholarship and effective teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate/graduate levels; and evidences of engagement in institutional and/or professional service.Preferred Qualifications: Expertise/experience in digital humanities and/or ethnic studies and/or American studies; ability to teach courses in pre-1800 literature; one or more publications in national/international journals; and the ability to contribute through research, teaching, and/or public engagement to the diversity and excellence of the learning experience. Equivalent foreign degrees are acceptable. Selected candidate will teach introductory and upper-division courses in American literature and African American literature and survey and general education courses at Stamford, and will have the opportunity to teach graduate seminars in her or his field(s) of expertise at the Storrs campus. Appointment is at Stamford campus with possibility of work at Storrs and/or other regional campuses. Salary is competitive based on qualifications. Visit us at www.english.uconn.edu/ and www.stamford.uconn.edu.
Application: apply to Husky Hire at www.jobs.uconn.edu to submit your cover letter, CV, evidence of teaching experience, and a 15-25 page writing sample.Five (5) letters of recommendation should be sent in PDF format to englishsearchletters@uconn.edu or to: Margaret Breen, Interim Head, Department of English, STFD search, 215 Glenbrook Road, Unit 4025, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, 06269-4025.Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.The University of Connecticut is an EEO/AA employer.
University of Colorado, Boulder | Ethnic Studies | Assistant Professor in African American History
Qualifications The Department of Ethnic Studies at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Africana studies with specialization in African American history. Candidates whose work is interdisciplinary and intersectional, and who have concentrations in gender, sexuality, and comparative ethnic studies (e.g., Afro-Asian studies, Afro-European studies, Afro-Islamic studies, Afro-Jewish studies, Afro-Latino studies, and Afro-Native American studies) are strongly encouraged to apply. The Department of Ethnic Studies openly embraces diversity and inclusivity, and seeks candidates who will create a climate that attracts students of all races, genders, classes, sexualities, nationalities, and religions. The University of Colorado is an Equal Opportunity employer. Required Qualifications: A Ph.D. in African American studies, women's studies, ethnic studies, American studies, history, or other relevant field is required. Application Procedures Application Instructions: Applications are accepted electronically at: www.jobsatcu.com, posting #818583, and must include:
1)A letter of application which specifically addresses the candidate's qualifications for the position
2)A current CV/resume
3)Three letters of recommendation
4)Writing sample (limited to 35 pages)
5)Teaching evaluations and sample syllabi
Other Information Questions may be directed to Professor Reiland Rabaka at reiland.rabaka@colorado.
See- http://www.colorado.edu/ArtsSciences/overview/jobs/index.html for full job description.
Application Deadline November 15, 2012 | Do not post after November 21, 2012
Gettysburg College | Department Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program | Assistant Professor in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Qualifications The Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program at Gettysburg College invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 2013. We seek a scholar with graduate training in Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies whose primary specialization is LGBT, Queer, or Sexuality Studies, with a research focus that includes women. We are open to a variety of theoretical and disciplinary approaches to the area of specialization and have an interest in candidates prepared to teach a course in the psychology of gender. We also encourage candidates with expertise in global sexualities to apply. Candidates must be committed to undergraduate education and advising, engaged in a strong research program, and prepared to teach five courses yearly. Courses will include introductory, theoretical, and other required core courses for our major, as well as courses in the area of specialization. PhD is required at the time of the appointment, and teaching experience is preferred. Application Procedures Please submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching statement and research statement electronically to http://gettysburg.peopleadmin.com/postings/449. In addition, three letters of recommendation should be sent electronically to jsprague@gettysburg.edu with the subject heading "WGS Search Committee". Applications received by November 10 will be given fullest consideration.Application Deadline November 10, 2012 | Do not post after January 31, 2013.
Gettysburg College is a highly selective liberal arts college located within 90 minutes of the Baltimore/Washington metropolitan area. Established in 1832, the College has a rich history and is situated on a 220-acre campus with an enrollment of over 2,600 students. The College assures equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, and disability. Gettysburg College is committed to creating a more diverse community; as part of that process, the College encourages candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply.
University of Kansas | Department Communication Studies | Assistant Professor & Basic Course Director Qualifications 1. Ph.D. or ABD in Communication Studies or related discipline is expected by start date of appointment.
2. Ability to perform significant research in Communication Studies, as evidenced by publications and presentations, and by a research statement.
3. Potential for teaching excellence in Communication Studies as evidenced by a statement of teaching philosophy, course materials such as syllabi and assignments, and student evaluation data.
4. Ability to direct the Basic Public Speaking course, as evidenced by experience in teaching and administration of the Basic Public Speaking course, or by other kinds of relevant teaching and administrative experience. Responsibilities/Duties40 / Research - Engage in scholarly research, including publishing peer-reviewed journal articles and books, presenting papers at professional conferences, and applying for external funding. 40 / TeachingTeach 2 courses in the fall including a required communication pedagogy course for new graduate teaching assistants, and 1 course in the spring. Advise undergraduate and graduate students, including directing independent studies and honors theses. Supervise graduate teaching assistants in COMS 130 and 131. Serve on graduate student M.A. and Ph.D. committees and undergraduate honors thesis committees. 20 / Service - Serve as Basic Course Director.Contribute to service in the department, College, university, discipline, and community. Application Procedures Apply online at https://jobs.ku.edu and search for position 00003372. Submit a cover letter, CV, one-page statement of research program, one-page teaching philosophy, one-page statement about teaching and/or directing the basic course, a writing sample, and a list of three references. Applicants should have reference letters sent separately to: Beth Innocenti, Basic Course Director Search Committee Chair, Department of Communication Studies, Bailey Hall, Room 102, 1440 Jayhawk Blvd., Lawrence, KS, 66045-7574. Initial review of applications will begin October 1, 2012 and continue as along as needed to identify a qualified pool. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. Other Information The Department of Communication Studies at the University of Kansas seeks to hire a tenure-track assistant professor in an area complementary to those of current faculty and with specialization as Basic Course Director expected to begin as early as August 18, 2013. In addition to serving as Basic Course Director, the successful candidate will teach a graduate communication pedagogy course, teach and conduct research in his or her area of expertise, and meet standard service and advising requirements. The University of Kansas is especially interested in hiring faculty members who can contribute to four key campus-wide strategic initiatives: (1) Sustaining the Planet, Powering the World; (2) Promoting Well-Being, Finding Cures; (3) Harnessing Information, Multiplying Knowledge; and (4) Building Communities, Expanding Opportunities. See www.provost.ku.edu/planning/themes/ for more information. Candidates with experience administering the basic public speaking course and teaching communication pedagogy are preferred. The Department of Communication Studies encourages individuals with experience in assessing learning outcomes in oral communication with respect to a core curriculum to apply. The Department of Communication Studies at the University of Kansas has a long and distinguished history dating back to 1925. Situated within College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the department has approx. 600 undergraduate majors and houses the top-ranked KU Debate program. Along with its popular Bachelor's degree, the Department of Communication Studies also offers M.A. and Ph.D. Degrees. Situated between Kansas City and Topeka on the bluffs overlooking the Kansas river, Lawrence has fiery history, a nationally recognized arts scene, a rich culture, beautiful scenery, and incredible arts and entertainment venues, and, of course, a long-standing basketball tradition. Salary Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Application Deadline Initial review begins Oct. 1. Do not post after December 1.
Brooklyn College of City University of New York | Full-Time Assistant Professor - Africanist (Africana Studies) | Job ID: 6314
The Department of Africana Studies at Brooklyn College of the City University of New York seeks to appoint an historian of the African Diaspora at the rank of assistant professor in fall 2013. The successful candidate will specialize in the areas of African History and people of African descent in the Americas (United States, Caribbean and Latin America) and should be able to teach and develop chronological as well as thematic advanced undergraduate and graduate courses in both fields, particularly in her/his areas of interest. This is a joint line with the Department of History and it is expected that the candidate will develop and teach upper level undergraduate and graduate courses in that department. Participation in the core curriculum is expected. All appointments are subject to financial availability.
QUALIFICATIONSPh.D. required at time of appointment. Specialty is open, but the department, in cooperation with other units at the college, is interested in cross-cultural and interdisciplinary research.
COMPENSATIONCUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs.We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
HOW TO APPLY All applications must be submitted online via the CUNY on-line application system (CUNYfirst). To view the full job description and to apply:
Go to www.cuny.edu and click on “Employment
Click “Search job listings”
Click on “More Options To Search For CUNY Jobs ”
Search by Job Opening ID 6314
Click on the “Apply Now” button.
Upload your cover letter, curriculum vitae, and supporting documentation (dissertation (or book) abstract and chapter outline, sample of scholarly work (chapter or article), and evidence of teaching effectiveness) in doc, pdf, or rtf format. If there is supporting materials that must be mailed in please send it to: Ms. Therese Marrocco, Administrative Officer/Human Resources, Brooklyn College CUNY, 2900 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210-2889, - OR - bcjobs@brooklyn.cuny.edu
REQUIREMENTS All applicants are required to have three confidential letters of recommendation submitted electronically. Please go to the following link http://www.brooklyn.cuny.edu/hrref/?4 and enter the contact information for your recommenders. Your recommenders will be requested to submit a letter directly to the search committee. If you have any questions contact HR at 718-951-5131.
No email or hard copy applications will be accepted.
CLOSING DATEOpen until filled with the review of applications to begin on December 14, 2012.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYWe are committed to enhancing our diverse academic community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply.We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. EO/AA Employer.
Georgia State University | Women’s Studies Institute | Assistant or Associate Professor
The Women’s Studies Institute at Georgia State University invites applicants for an anticipated tenure-track faculty position at the rank of assistant or associate professor,pending budgetary approval.We seek candidates with expertise in the fields of Africana Diaspora Studies (including, but not limited to African American Studies) and/or Latina/Chicana Studies. We are particularly interested in scholars whose research augments one or more of the department’s three main areas of focus: sexualities; transnational/globalization studies; and social change. Research areas may include feminist science studies; health (reproductive; public health; HIV/AIDS; mental health; disabilities); environmental studies (including environmental racism); resource conflict (in situations of war or urban conflicts in Atlanta and the U.S.); media studies; and cultural studies.Teaching duties will include undergraduate and graduate courses.Teaching load and publication expectations are commensurate with other research institutions. Anticipated start date is August 2013.
Candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Women’s Studies or a related field.We require demonstrated commitment to interdisciplinary feminist scholarship and teaching, potential for successful grant writing, collaboration with a variety of colleagues, and evidence of outstanding research and teaching.Experience within a women’s studies program and with program development is desirable.
The successful candidate(s) will join a growing faculty in a collegial, interdisciplinary environment comprised of core and affiliate faculty.The Women’s Studies Institute offers an M.A., a graduate certificate, a B.A. and an undergraduate minor.Further information is available at www.gsu.edu/womensstudies.
Georgia State is a leading research university located in the heart of downtown Atlanta. A public institution with more than 32,000 students from throughout the United States and 160 other countries, Georgia State has a highly diverse student population.Complete information is available at www.gsu.edu.
Review of applications begins November 1, 2012, and will continue until the position is filled. Please send cover letter, statement of research interests and goals, and CV (with three references listed) to: Search Committee, Women’s Studies Institute, P.O. Box 3969, Atlanta, GA 30302-3969.Georgia State University is an AA/EEO employer.An offer of employment will be conditional on background verification.
Purdue University | Department Political Science | Environmental Policy Visiting Assistant Professor
Qualifications The Purdue Department of Political Science announces an opening for a one year visiting Assistant Professor position in the area of environmental policy beginning August 2013. A Ph.D. in political science, public policy, or another appropriate interdisciplinary program is required. A demonstrated interest in interdisciplinary collaboration is desirable. Responsibilities/Duties Applicants should be able to teach classes on environmental policy as well as general classes on public policy at both the graduate and undergraduate level. Application Procedures Application should include curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, samples of written work, instructional materials such as syllabi and course evaluations, and a cover letter discussing the applicant's research and teaching interests. Send materials to: Prof. Keith Shimko, Search Committee Chair, Department of Political Science, Purdue University, 100 N. University St., West Lafayette, IN 47907-2098. Review of applications will begin October 15 and will continue until the position is filled. A background check will be required for employment in this position. Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. Other Information The Political Science Department maintains strong ties with Purdue's Climate Change Research Center and the Center for the Environment. The Department of Political Science also edits Politics, Groups, and Identities, the new journal of the Western Political Science Association, and our faculty is very active in the College of Liberal Arts Center for Research on Diversity and Inclusion.
Application Deadline October 15, 2012 or until filled.
Purdue University | Dept. Political Science and African American Studies and Research Center | African American Politics Qualifications The Department of Political Science and the African American Studies and Research Center at Purdue University are seeking to hire a specialist in African American politics for a jointly appointed, tenure-track assistant professor position (50% Political Science and 50% AASRC, with Political Science as the tenure home). We are especially interested in candidates specializing in race and public policy, race and gender, political communication and race, ethnic identity, inter-group relations, or the politics of the African Diaspora. Responsibilities/Duties The successful candidate will be expected to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in American politics and public policy, as well as courses in African American Studies, such as Introduction to African American Studies, Theories in African American Studies or Research Methods in African American Studies. Candidates should have a promising, theoretically-driven research agenda, and strong quantitative and/or qualitative methodological s{blocked}s. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline; however, ABD candidates will also be considered. Application Procedures Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, graduate transcript, samples of written work, and instructional materials such as syllabi and course evaluations. Send materials to: Drs. Suzanne Parker and Venetria Patton, Search Committee Co-Chairs, Department of Political Science, Purdue University, 100 N. University Street, West Lafayette, IN 47907-2098. Review of applications will begin October 1 and continue until the position is filled. A background check will be required for employment in this position. Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. Other Information The Department of Political Science edits Politics, Groups, and Identities, the new journal of the Western Political Science Association. In addition, our faculty is very active in the College of Liberal Arts Center for Research on Diversity and Inclusion. Application Deadline 10/1/12 or until filled
Alabama State University | Department Communications | Chair, Associate Professor of Communications Qualifications A Ph.D. in Communications, or related field (Public Administration, Public Affairs, Public Policy, International Relations, Government), credentials to qualify for the rank of associate professor or higher with 3 years of teaching experience at the college or university level. Preference will be given to applicants serving in an academic administrative position at the college/university level and to those who qualify for full professor. Responsibilities/Duties Alabama State University, Academic Affairs, invites applications to fill the position of Chair, Associate Professor of Communications. This position reports to the dean and supervises the work of all faculty and staff members assigned to the department; assists the dean with formulating and administering instructional and academic policies; develops and revises courses, ensures that course syllabi are prepared properly and are up to date and incorporates methods for improving instruction; transmits course objectivities and departmental reports to the dean; promotes the preparation of grant proposals to fund departmental programs; assists in administering grants awarded to support such programs; supervises the preparation of materials pertaining the department to be published in University catalogs; identifies the need for new faculty positions or the need to fill vacant positions; evaluates the performance of faculty members of the department; prepares class schedules, makes faculty assignments, and ensures that the competencies are consistent with departmental objectives; ensures that all departmental majors and minors receive proper academic advising; determines the need of supplies, equipment, library and related materials and ensures these needs are met; prepares and submits a departmental budget, in consultation with the Dean of the College and University financial planners and ensures the approved budget is administered properly; teaches courses as prescribed for academic chairs and performs other duties as assigned. Application Procedures Visit the Alabama State University website at www.alasu.edu/hr to complete an online employment application. Salary Negotiable Application Deadline Until Filled | Do not post after N/A *********************************************************************
Alabama State University | Department History & Political Science | Chair, Associate Professor of History or Political Science Qualifications A Ph.D. in History, Political Science or related field (Public Administration, Public Affairs, Public Policy, International Relations or Government), credentials to qualify for the rank of associate professor or higher with 3 years of teaching experience at the college or university level. Preference will be given to applicants serving in an academic administrative position at the college/university level and to those who qualify for full professor. Responsibilities/Duties Alabama State University, Academic Affairs, invites applications to fill the vacant position of Chair/Professor of History and Political Science. This position reports to the dean and supervises the work of all faculty and staff members assigned to the department; assists the dean with formulating and administering instructional and academic policies; develops and revises courses, ensures that course syllabi are prepared properly and up to date and incorporate methods for improving instruction; transmits course objectives and departmental reports to the dean; promotes the preparation of grant proposals to fund departmental programs; assists in administering grants awarded to support such programs; supervises the preparation of materials pertaining to the department to be published in University catalogs; identifies the need for new faculty positions or the need to fill vacant positions; evaluates the performance of faculty members of the department; prepares class schedules, makes faculty assignments, and ensures that the competencies are consistent with departmental objectives; ensures that all departmental majors and minors receive proper academic advising; determines the need of supplies, equipment, library and related materials and ensures these needs are met; prepares and submits a departmental budget, in consultation with the Dean of the College and University financial planners and ensures the approved budget is administered properly; teaches courses as prescribed for academic chairs and performs other duties as assigned. Application Procedures Visit the Alabama State University website at www.alasu.edu/hr to complete an online employment application. Salary Negotiable
