Employment Opportunities
Faculty Positions
Employment Opportunities
Faculty Positions
Assistant
Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science
Denison University invites applications for a tenure track position in Mathematics and Computer Science, to begin in August, 2010. The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science offers B.A. and B.S. degrees in both fields. The department is currently home to 4 computer scientists and 6 mathematicians; collaboration between members of the two fields is one of our strongest assets. The ideal candidate for this position will have an interdisciplinary perspective and contribute to teaching and research in both disciplines. The successful candidate will teach a variety of courses in both Mathematics and Computer Science to undergraduates in a liberal arts setting, supervise undergraduate research, maintain a strong scientific research program, and contribute in other ways to the department and college. Candidates must have earned a Ph.D. in Mathematics or Computer Science (or a closely related field) and also have a significant background in the other discipline. Candidates must be able to teach a variety of undergraduate courses at all levels in either Mathematics or Computer Science and at least through the intermediate level in the other discipline. To apply, please upload a letter of application, a curriculum vita, graduate transcripts, statements on your teaching philosophy and research program, and provide email addresses for 3 references at https://employment.denison.edu. At least one reference must address your teaching effectiveness or potential. Review of applications begins September 15, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled. posted 7/2/09
Assistant
Professor of Computer Science at Denison University
Denison University
invites applications for a tenure track position in Computer Science, to begin
in January or August, 2010, depending on the availability of the candidate.
The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science offers B.A. and B.S. degrees
in both computer science and mathematics. The department is home to 4 computer
scientists and 6 mathematicians; collaboration between members of the two
fields is one of our strongest assets. The successful candidate will teach
a variety of Computer Science courses to undergraduates in a liberal arts
setting, supervise undergraduate research, maintain a strong scientific research
program, and contribute in other ways to the department and college. The current
CS teaching load is 9 courses every 2 years. Candidate must have earned a
Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field and have a demonstrated
ability in teaching undergraduates. To apply, please upload a letter of application,
a curriculum vita, graduate transcripts, statements on your teaching philosophy
and research program, and provide email addresses for 3 references at https://employment.denison.edu.
At least one reference must address your teaching effectiveness or potential.
Review of applications begins September 15, 2009 and will continue until position
is filled. posted 6/9/09
Dance (African/Jazz) at Denison University
Denison University seeks an energetic artist/ scholar whose work stems from an Afro-centric perspective to join a vibrant dance program at a private liberal arts college as Assistant Professor. The dance department is part of a rich and varied Fine and Performing arts Division that houses an arts and technology lab with state of the art computer technology. The Dance Department is an independently housed department offering a major and minor. We have two full-time and two part-time faculty members and one resident musician. This faculty position will have teaching responsibilities in any form that ranges across the African Diaspora (traditional or contemporary African, African-American jazz, Afro-Brazilian, Afro-Caribbean, etc.) and will include theory courses in area(s) of expertise for the academic year (Mid-August through mid-May). Teaching one or more courses in theory within a range of possibilities (listed below) is required; we invite applicants to identify the courses they are qualified to teach. Full-time contract likely will require a two-theory course commitment/ability covering both semesters, while three-quarter time demands only one theory course in the spring semester. The successful candidate will be able to teach three levels of technique and create or reconstruct choreographic work for performance. MFA/MA or PhD (ABD) in Dance expected.Teaching experience in the field; preferably within the academic environmen. Detailed description: http://employment.denison.edu. Inquiries can be made to: Sandra Mathern-Smith, Chair, Dance Department, Denison University, Granville, OH 43023. Contact Phone: 740-587-6713. Contact Email: mathern@denison.edu
Adjunct Visiting Instructor of Graduate Teacher Education at Oberlin College
The Graduate Teacher Education Program at Oberlin College invites applications for a part-time, non-continuing faculty position in the College of Arts and Sciences. Appointment to this position will be for a term of one summer session, beginning June 22, 2009 and ending July 17, 2009, and will carry the rank of Adjunct Visiting Instructor. The incumbent will teach one course in the general area of special needs and working with diverse learners. Working title and course description follow: Special Needs and Multiple Ways of Knowing (3 credits) This course will focus on the different ways students learn and perform and how those differences affect how teachers must think about and organize for teaching. Major topics for study will include: the connection between the latest findings in brain research concerning students' learning styles or preferences and classroom practice, differentiated instruction, multiple intelligences, gender differences, children's social interactions, and cultural expectations and styles (including parental expectations and the influence of family). Students will also get an overview of exceptionalities they may encounter among students, examine a range of legislation dealing with special needs, and explore institutional practices for accommodating students with exceptionalities. Among the qualifications required for appointment is the masters' degree or beyond. Candidates must demonstrate interest and potential excellence in graduate teaching. Successful working experience with special needs students in a multicultural school system is desirable. The Oberlin College Graduate Teacher Education Program (GTEP) is an exciting new one-year graduate program that begins in June and leads to a Master of Education degree and eligibility for initial teaching licensure in early or middle childhood. The purpose of GTEP is to help graduate students develop into knowledgeable, creative, and successful beginning educational leaders who are capable of and committed to: 1) helping all children succeed in schools, 2) engaging in ongoing self-reflection and inquiry, and 3) working toward constructive change in society. To be assured of consideration, a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, graduate academic transcripts, and at least three recent letters of reference, should be sent to Deborah Roose, Professor and Director, Graduate Teacher Education Program, Lewis Annex, 132 Elm Street, Oberlin College, Oberlin, Ohio, 44074 by May 8, 2009 (Fax: 440-775-6805). Application materials received after that date may be considered until the position is filled. Salary will depend on qualifications and experience. posted 4/27/09
Visiting
Assistant Professor or Instructor of French at Kenyon College.
One-year replacement position, with renewal possible, to begin 2009-2010, to teach language and literature at all levels. Primary specialization pre-1700; secondary specialization in Francophone, cultural studies, or film desirable but not required. Native or near-native fluency and evidence of teaching excellence required. Ph.D. preferred. All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon's employment website. Review of dossiers will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled. Your resume should include a list of publications and presentations (often referred to as your Curriculum Vitae). posted 5/7/09
Physics/Astronomy
at Denison University
The Denison
University Department of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for a
tenure track assistant professor preferably starting Fall, 2010, although
a later start may be considered under exceptional circumstances. Ph.D. required.
We are seeking candidates vitally interested in teaching physics at both the
beginning and advanced levels including laboratory-based courses. The successful
applicant is expected to carry out active research with the involvement of
undergraduates. Substantial start-up funds for research will be available,
and Denison supports generous professional and family leave programs. The
department consists of six faculty, a technical assistant, and a secretary.
Facilities include excellent equipment for both teaching and research, first
class on-site experimental labs, a link to the Ohio Supercomputer, an observatory,
a planetarium, and a well-equipped machine shop. Additional information may
be obtained from our web site at http://www.denison.edu/physics/.
Applicants should submit vita, graduate school transcripts, a description
of teaching interests and experience, a proposed research plan including the
means for involving undergraduates, and three (3) letters of reference online
at http://employment.denison.edu
Applications received by October 15, 2009 will receive full consideration;
applications may be accepted until the position is filled. Denison's commitment
to foster a diverse community is central to our liberal arts mission, therefore
candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged
to apply.
Center
for the Study of American Democracy Post-doctoral Fellowship at Kenyon College
Kenyon College is seeking applications for the Center for the Study of American
Democracy Post-doctoral Fellowship. This new post-doctoral program creates
a one-year teaching fellowship in the Department of Political Science that
would be renewable for a second year (2009-2010 with potential to renew
for 2010-2011). The program seeks to attract recent recipients of doctoral
degrees whose research focus is in Political Science, History, Sociology,
American Studies, or other fields related to American Democracy. Candidates
should possess a PhD in Political Science, History, Sociology, American
Studies or a related field from an accredited university prior to the commencement
of the fellowship. Responsibilities include teaching one (1) course each
semester and some program administration duties. The course to be taught
is the introductory political science class Quest for Justice, which introduces
students to politics by reading primary works drawn from multiple disciplines
and raising fundamental political questions. The fellow will be associated
with the new Center for the Study of American Democracy. Every other spring,
the Center will host a major conference on a fundamental topic of American
Democracy, and the fellow will be involved in the planning of the conference
and will work with the director editing a volume of papers coming out of
the conference.Special Instructions to Applicants: A complete application
will be comprised of: 1) Cover Letter that identifies the applicant's field
of study and conveys her or his teaching philosophy. 2) Curriculum Vitae.
3) Letters of Reference from three (3) recommenders. All application materials
must be submitted electronically through Kenyon's employment website. https://employment.kenyon.edu.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the fellowship
is awarded. posted 4/27/09
Archaeology
at Kenyon College
Kenyon College invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Archaeology. This position involves working closely with undergraduates on the Kenyon-Honduras Program, an off-campus semester of study in Latin American archaeology, cultural anthropology and history. The successful candidate will accompany the directors for that spring's program and teach 1 course. In addition to salary, all living and transportation costs will be paid by the program. The successful candidate would then teach full-time for the academic year of 2010-11. The teaching load would include one or two follow-up courses during Fall (depending on program enrollments) 2010 in which s/he would help the Kenyon-Honduras participants describe, analyze, and write-up the results of their field work; two introductory archaeology courses; and one or two upper level courses in New World archaeology and the candidate's specialty, for a maximum of five courses. Minimum Qualifications: The area of specialization is Latin American archaeology, with a preference for a specialist in Mesoamerica. A Ph.D. is preferred; ABD will be considered. The final date for the receipt of applications is August 15, 2009; preliminary interviews will be held at the 2009 Society for American Archaeology meetings. Contact(s): Bruce Hardy Email: hardyb@kenyon.edu. Apply here: https://employment.kenyon.edu. posted 3/3/09
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