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Art and Art History at The College of Wooster
The College of Wooster invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor of Art and Art History, beginning August 2010. The successful candidate should have training and experience in ancient and medieval art history, with interdisciplinary background and interest in contributing to the College’s archaeology, classical studies programs, and First-Year Seminar. Teaching profile for the position includes: introduction to art history; majors’ seminar in methods; ancient art and architecture of the Mediterranean Basin; medieval art and architecture of Europe and Byzantium; Islamic art; and a willingness to develop a course in African or Asian art. Establishing a research program that offers opportunities for student learning and involvement, and regular supervision of Senior Independent Study research projects (a nationally recognized program required of all students) in art history and archaeology are also required. Applicants should have Ph.D. by time of appointment; experience in college teaching preferred. Send letter of application, CV, three letters of recommendation, graduate transcripts (unofficial acceptable) and other evidence of teaching excellence to John Siewert, Chair, Department of Art & Art History, Ebert Art Center, 1220 Beall Ave., Wooster, OH 44691-2363. Application deadline is November 16, 2009. The College of Wooster is an independent college of the liberal arts and sciences with a commitment to excellence in undergraduate education. The College values diversity, strives to attract qualified women and minority candidates, and encourages individuals belonging to these groups to apply. 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. Employment is subject to federal laws requiring verification of identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Drug-free workplace. posted 9/24/09
Communication at Denison University
Denison invites application for an Assistant Professor of Communication who will teach five classes per academic year (3/2). Courses will be in rhetorical studies as marked by departmental needs and candidate's area(s) of specialization. Advise students. Generate and sustain a program of peer-reviewed publication. Present research at academic and professional meetings. Serve on department and university committees. ABDs considered. Ph.D. preferred. Apply here: http://employment.denison.edu EEOE. posted6/25/10
Dance 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. The dance department is part of a rich and varied Fine and Performing Arts Division that works collaboratively whenever possible, and 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 now; this position constitutes a third full-time position. This faculty position will have teaching responsibilities in a form whose movement roots are Africanist, whether traditional or contemporary African, African-American, jazz, Afro-Brazilian, Afro-Caribbean, etc. We seek a colleague who can teach dance movement and dance studies in fairly equal proportions. The successful candidate must have the ability to teach technique, choreograph/set work on students, and teach within our theory range: composition/improvisation, cultural studies in dance history, experiential anatomy/kinesiology, movement analysis. Additional responsibilities include participating in the artistic and scholarly life of the department, attending weekly Staff Meetings, setting and executing one's own scholarly agenda, and serving the greater community of the college in various ways. Minimum Qualifications: Terminal degree: MFA or PhD. Teaching experience in the field. Evidence of being active as an artist/ scholar, demonstrated interest in teaching in a liberal arts environment. Preferred Qualifications: Terminal degree in Dance preferred (MFA or PhD). Search will run 2010-2011. Expected start date: August 15, 2011. Apply here: http://employment.denison.edu EEOE. posted 5/10/10
Education at Ohio Wesleyan University
Teach six courses or equivalent during a year (two semesters). This position is for a generalist in elementary education/early childhood grades pre-kindergarten through fifth, with particular interest/expertise in science and math. Responsibilities would include teaching courses in early childhood integrated methods (mathematics, science and social studies), general methods grades 4-5, and supervising field experiences and student teaching placements. Expertise in Science Methods for middle and high school students is also strongly desired. Minimum requirements: Earned doctorate by time of appointment preferred, but will consider ABD; minimum of four years experience teaching at the early childhood/elementary level, particularly with diverse learners in various educational settings. Experience supervising field experiences and/or student teaching highly desirable. Full credentials, including letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, and graduate school transcripts, should be sent to: Dr. Amy McClure, Search Committee Chairman, 214 Phillips Hall, Department of Education, Ohio Wesleyan University, Delaware, Ohio, 43015. Ohio Wesleyan University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. posted 10/22/09
English at Kenyon College
The English Department at Kenyon College seeks to fill a one year visiting position (effective July 2010). Any specialty will be considered, although candidates with experience teaching English literature pre-1800 will be preferred. Evidence of teaching excellence at the undergraduate level is required. A Ph.D. in hand is preferred, but not required. Special Instructions to Applicants: The applicant's cover letter must give details of his/her teaching experience and research interests. Three letters of reference are required to complete the dossier; at least one letter of reference must speak to the candidate's teaching excellence. The writing sample should be no more than 20 pages and should focus on the applicant's primary area of scholarly expertise.Only electronic applications will be accepted. To begin the application process, visit https://employment.kenyon.edu/.posted 3/15/10
Assistant
Professor of Geosciences at Denison University
The Department
of Geosciences at Denison University invites applications for a tenure track
position to begin in Fall 2011. We seek a broadly trained scientist engaged
in the study of Earth surface processes and/or environmental change, who shows
potential as an outstanding teacher/scholar and who will enhance the diversity
of our program. Specific areas of interest include: 1) active tectonics, geomorphology,
geophysics or 2) climate or ocean sciences, low-temperature geochemistry,
sedimentology/stratigraphy. We seek a colleague who is committed to teaching
excellence in the liberal arts tradition, is field-oriented, has broad interests
beyond their specialty, and will provide a balance of classroom, field and
laboratory experiences for our students. Denison is a selective liberal arts
college strongly committed to, and supportive of, excellence in teaching and
active faculty research that involves undergraduate students. A Ph.D. at the
time of appointment is required. Essential Job Functions: Participate actively
in the life of the department including both local and more far ranging field
trips. Work closely with students on both laboratory and field-based projects.
Ph.D. in the Geosciences or related field. Apply
here: http://employment.denison.edu
EEOE. posted 7/26/10
History at The College of Wooster
One-year
Visiting Assistant Professor in 20th century U.S. History in the Department
of History at The College of Wooster. The successful candidate will teach
survey courses in U.S. history and topical courses in his/her area of specialization
and participate in the College’s Independent Study program. Possible
fields of specialization might include, but need not be limited to, borderlands,
environmental history, immigration history, intellectual history, Pacific
Rim studies, progressivism, U.S., and the World. Ph.D. in History required.
Please send letter of application, CV, three letters of reference, and graduate
transcripts to Jeff Roche, Chair, AmericanHistory Search Committee, Department
of History, The College of Wooster, 1189 Beall Ave, Wooster, OH, 44691;
email: history@wooster.edu. Electronic
applications preferred. Questions should be addressed to Professor Roche
at jroche@wooster.edu. Review of
applications will begin on February 1, 2010. The College of Wooster is an
independent college of the liberal arts and sciences with a commitment to
excellence in undergraduate education. The College values diversity, strives
to attract qualified women and minority candidates, and encourages individuals
belonging to these groups to apply. 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. Employment is subject to federal laws requiring verification
of identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by
the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Drug-free workplace. posted 11/13/09
Hispanic Studies (Generalist) at Oberlin College
The Department of Hispanic Studies at Oberlin College invites applications for a full-time, non-continuing faculty position in the College of Arts and Sciences. Appointment to this position will be for a term of one year, beginning fall semester of 2010, and will carry the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor. The incumbent will teach five courses: one or two Spanish language courses (intermediate and advanced), one introduction to literary analysis, and two or three upper-level courses in any topic. Among the qualifications required for appointment is the Ph.D. degree in hand or expected by fall 2010. Candidates must demonstrate interest and potential excellence in undergraduate teaching. Successful teaching experience at the college level is desirable. For more information about the department, see www.oberlin.edu/hispanic, or contact the chair at sfaber@oberlin.edu. 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 Sebastiaan Faber, Chair, Department of Hispanic Studies, 50 N Professor St, Oberlin College, Oberlin, Ohio, 44074 by April 30, 2010. Application materials received after that date may be considered until the position is filled. Salary will depend on qualifications and experience. Oberlin College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. posted 2/26/10
German
at Kenyon College
The Department
of Modern Languages and Literatures at Kenyon College is offering a one-year
position in German at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor or Visiting
Instructor for the academic year 2010-11. The successful candidate will teach
two semesters of intensive introductory German in addition to two other courses,
which may include a course on German literature in translation, and an upper
level literature/culture course for advanced students. Native or near-native
fluency in German is a requirement. A Ph.D. in hand at the time of appointment
(July 1, 2010) is desirable but not required. Research specialization is open.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate excellence in teaching. Screening of
applications will begin March 26, and will continue until position is filled.
Preliminary interviews will be conducted by telephone. For application instructions
(online only), visit http://employment.kenyon.edu.
posted 2/11/10
Post-doctoral
Fellow in Arabic at Kenyon College
The Department
of Modern Languages and Literatures at Kenyon College is offering a one-year
postdoctoral fellowship in Arabic for the academic year 2010-11, renewable
for one additional year. The fellowship is sponsored by the Andrew W. Mellon
Foundation and is conditional on grant funding. The successful candidate will
teach three Arabic courses during the first year and, if reappointed, four
courses for the second year. Eligibility: Applicants who have received the
Ph.D. degree within the past five years are eligible to apply. Applicants
must, without exception, have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. degree
by June 30, 2010 to be appointed to the position. A complete application includes
cover letter, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of recommendation.
For application instructions (online only), visit http://employment.kenyon.edu.
Review of applications will begin March 22, 2010, and will continue until
the fellowship has been awarded. EOE. For application instructions (online
only), visit http://employment.kenyon.edu.
posted 2/11/10
Post-doctoral
Fellow in Russian at Kenyon College
The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at Kenyon College is offering a one-year postdoctoral fellowship in Russian for the academic year 2010-11, renewable for one additional year. The fellowship is sponsored by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation and is conditional on grant funding. The successful candidate will teach three Russian language and literature courses during the first year and, if reappointed, four courses for the second year. The fellow will receive a salary of $50,000 per year, plus standard benefits and a research budget. Applicants who have received the Ph.D. degree within the past five years are eligible to apply. Applicants must, without exception, have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. degree by June 30, 2010 to be appointed to the position. A complete application includes cover letter, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of recommendation. For application instructions (online only), visit http://employment.kenyon.edu. Review of applications will begin March 15, 2010, and will continue until the fellowship has been awarded. EOE. posted 2/4/10
Spanish at The College of Wooster
Full-time, one-year visiting Instructor/Assistant Professor position in the Department of Spanish at The College of Wooster for the academic year 2010-2011. We are seeking an individual to teach six courses in Spanish language and/or linguistics and/or Spanish for business. Native or near-native fluency. MA required; ABD or Ph.D. preferred. Salary competitive. Please submit letter of application, dossier (including graduate transcripts), and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Cynthia L. Palmer, Chair, Department of Spanish, The College of Wooster, 1189 Beall Avenue, Wooster, OH, 44691. Must be postmarked by February 8, 2010. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The College of Wooster is an independent college of the liberal arts and sciences with a commitment to excellence in undergraduate education. The College values diversity, strives to attract qualified women and minority candidates, and encourages individuals belonging to these groups to apply. 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. Employment is subject to federal laws requiring verification of identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Drug-free workplace. posted 11/3/09
Musicology at Oberlin College
The Conservatory
of Music at Oberlin College invites applications for a one-semester, non-renewable
position in Musicology for Spring Term, 2011. The Oberlin College Conservatory
of Music, founded in 1865, is the nation’s oldest continuously operating
conservatory, and the only major music school in the country linked with a
preeminent liberal arts college. Students are enrolled in undergraduate programs
leading to the Bachelor of Music in performance, composition, music history,
historical performance, electronic and computer music, and jazz studies. Graduate
programs leading to the Master of Music in conducting, historical performance,
opera theater, Master of Music Education and Master of Music in Teaching are
available. Performance and artist diplomas are also offered. The Division
of Musicology at Oberlin offers course work at the introductory, survey, and
advanced seminar levels to students in both the Conservatory of Music and
in the College of Arts and Sciences. These course offerings are part of the
comprehensive curriculum for all music majors as well as components of undergraduate
majors in music history (BMus) and musical studies (BA).The successful applicant
will teach two sections of a survey of nineteenth-century music for music
majors in addition to an advanced course in an area related to the applicant’s
area of special expertise. Qualifications: Ph.D. or ABD in musicology, with
a nineteenth-century specialty desirable; teaching experience at the College
level.Interested persons should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae,
and three letters of recommendation to Dean David Stull, Oberlin College Conservatory
of Music, Oberlin, OH 44074. Review of applications will commence October
1, 2010. Those received after that date may be considered until the position
is filled. The appointment is to be filled at a rank and salary commensurate
with experience and qualifications. Please direct any electronic correspondence
to conserv@oberlin.edu. Oberlin College
is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. posted 7/22/10
Music Director of the Oberlin Orchestra and Chamber Orchestra at Oberlin
The Conservatory of Music at Oberlin College invites applications for Music Director of the Oberlin Orchestra and Chamber Orchestra. This is a full-time appointment, at a rank and salary commensurate with experience, beginning in the 2011-12 academic year. The individual appointed will assume responsibility for the artistic direction of the orchestral program, including: Rehearsing and conducting the Oberlin Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, and annual opera productions, in addition to national and international touring; Participating in auditions and student ensemble placement; Teaching courses in advanced conducting and in the five-year Master’s program in instrumental conducting; and Participating in the activities of the Conservatory Division of Conducting and Ensembles as scheduled. Qualifications include extensive professional conducting experience and proven ability to provide artistic leadership, inspiration, and professional guidance to highly skilled young musicians. The Oberlin College Conservatory of Music, founded in 1865, is the nation’s oldest continuously operating conservatory, and the only major music school in the country linked with a preeminent liberal arts college. Its students are enrolled in undergraduate programs leading to the Bachelor of Music in performance, composition, music education, music history, historical performance, electronic and computer music, and jazz studies; and graduate programs leading to the Master of Music in conducting, historical performance, opera theater, Master of Music Education or Master of Music in Teaching. Performance and artist diplomas are also offered. Interested persons should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation to Dean David H. Stull, Oberlin Conservatory of Music, 77 West College Street, Oberlin, Ohio 44074. No audio or video tapes should be sent until requested. All credentials should be sent by May 1, 2010. Applications received after that date will be considered until the position is filled. posted 3/11/10
Physics &
Astronomy at Denison University
Denison University
invites application to teach physics and/or astronomy at both the beginning
and advanced levels, including laboratory-based courses. The successful applicant
is expected to carry out a professional research program with the involvement
of undergraduates. Qualifications: Ph.D. in Physics or related field preferred.
Closing date 10-15-2010. Apply here: http://employment.denison.edu
posted 5/10/10
Political Science at Denison University
Denison University invites applications for someone to teach five courses per year (3-2) and fill the other responsibilities of a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level including advising students, research, service to the department and college as well as the profession. We will consider applicants who specialize in Comparative Politics, American Politics, or Race/Ethnic Politics and who do not duplicate existing departmental specialties. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to teach at least one course per year in normative political theory and be able to offer additional theory courses when our theorist is on leave. PhD in hand by September 1, 2011. We will consider applicants who specialize in Comparative Politics, American Politics, or Race/Ethnic Politics and who do not duplicate existing departmental specialties. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to teach at least one course per year in normative political theory and be able to offer additional theory courses when our theorist is on leave. Successful applications must show a commitment to liberal arts education and undergraduate teaching. Previous college level teaching experience is strongly preferred. Preference will be given to applicants who provide evidence of teaching effectiveness and show promise of a strong record of publication. Broad training in political science is expected. The successful candidate is expected to have significant interest in undergraduate teaching and provide evidence of superior teaching skills. The prospective teacher-scholar also will support the University's commitment to liberal arts education, be an active participant in departmental and university governance, and develop a program of research leading to peer-reviewed publication. Applications must be submitted online at: https://employment.denison.edu The Department will begin to read applications on 30 September 2010 and continue until the position is filled. posted 5/10/10
Political Science at The College of Wooster
The Department
of Political Science at The College of Wooster seeks to fill a one-year
visiting position beginning in the fall of 2010. We are looking for a broadly
trained specialist in Comparative Politics. The position is open with respect
to subfield and region of specialization. The successful candidate must
have demonstrated ability and willingness to teach Introduction to Comparative
Politics, Politics in Developing Countries, and other advanced courses in
Comparative Politics; and to supervise independent research projects completed
by majors in the Department of Political Science and the interdisciplinary
International Relations Program. We prefer candidates who will have completed
the Ph.D. in Political Science by the time of appointment. Applicants should
send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, evidence of effective teaching
(including syllabi and student evaluations), graduate transcripts, and three
letters of recommendation to: Kent Kille, Chair, Department of Political
Science, College of Wooster, Wooster, OH 44691. Review of applications will
begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The College
of Wooster is an independent college of the liberal arts and sciences with
a commitment to excellence in undergraduate education. The College values
diversity, strives to attract qualified women and minority candidates, and
encourages individuals belonging to these groups to apply. 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, gender identity, or political affiliation. The
College of Wooster is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Employment is subject to federal laws requiring verification of identity
and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration
Reform and Control Act. Drug-free workplace. posted 3/31/10
Neuroscience at Oberlin College
The Neuroscience Department at Oberlin College invites applications for a full-time continuing faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor in the College of Arts and Sciences. We seek applicants with expertise in cognitive neuroscience. Candidates with a research program that interfaces with music, art, economics, or computational neuroscience are especially encouraged to apply. Initial appointment to this position will be for a term of 4 years, beginning first semester of 2011-12. The incumbent will be expected to teach four or five lecture or lab courses per academic year which will include one or more upper level lecture courses consistent with the candidate’s interests and qualifications. Other teaching may include upper level laboratory courses that accompany the lecture courses, first year and senior seminar courses, and contributions to the Department’s introductory neuroscience course and its accompanying lab. The candidate will be expected to take on the normal responsibilities of al faculty members including establishing a research program, mentoring undergraduate research, and advising. This is an exceptional opportunity to become a teacher-scholar at a premier liberal arts college. Among the qualifications required for appointment is the Ph.D. degree (in hand or expected by July 1, 2011). Candidates must demonstrate interest and potential excellence in undergraduate teaching. Postdoctoral research experience and college-level teaching experience are both highly desirable. The Neuroscience Department at Oberlin College is one of the oldest and largest undergraduate neuroscience departments in the country. The Department’s extensive labs and facilities are housed in the College’s newly built science center. The Department emphasizes a broad interdisciplinary approach and encourages students to seek out research opportunities in both laboratory classes and in independent research. To be assured of consideration, letters of application, including a curriculum vitae, graduate academic transcripts, and at least three letters of reference, should be sent to: Catherine McCormick, Chair, Neuroscience Department, Oberlin College, 119 Woodland Avenue, Oberlin, Ohio 44074 by October 15, 2010. Application materials received after that date may be considered until the position is filled. Salary will depend on qualifications and experience. Oberlin College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. posted 7/22/10
Neuroscience at Oberlin College
The Neuroscience Department at Oberlin College invites applications for a half-time Visiting Assistant Professor position in the Spring of 2011. Teaching load will be two sections of introductory neuroscience laboratory and one upper-level lecture course consistent with the candidate’s interests and qualifications. Upper level courses may include neuroendocrinology or developmental, cognitive, behavioral, sensory, or computational neuroscience. This is an exceptional opportunity to improve one’s teaching credentials at a premier liberal arts college. Among the qualifications required for appointment is the Ph.D. degree (in hand or expected by second semester of academic year 2010-11). Candidates must demonstrate interest and potential excellence in undergraduate teaching. Successful teaching experience at the college level is desirable. Applicants should include statement of teaching and research interest, curriculum vitae, graduate academic transcripts, and arrange for at least three recent letters of reference, to be sent to: Catherine McCormick, Chair, Neuroscience Department, Oberlin College, 119 Woodland Avenue, Oberlin, Ohio 44074 by October 15, 2010. Application materials received after that date may be considered until the position is filled. Salary will depend on qualifications and experience. By providing these letters, you agree that we may contact your references. Oberlin College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer . Posted 7/22/10
Sociology/Anthropology
at Denison University
We seek a sociologist or an anthropologist with strong quantitative analysis
skills, an active and engaging research agenda, a global perspective and a
strong commitment to liberal arts education. Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D.
in sociology or anthropology by August 2011 is required. Candidate must have
the desire and ability to teach quantitative research methods and data analysis
to undergraduates. Candidates must be willing to teach in a merged sociology/anthropology
curriculum that emphasizes theory and research methods. Among candidates with
strong quantitative data analysis skills and research, all specializations
within anthropology and sociology will be considered. Closing Date: 10-04-2010.
Apply here: http://employment.denison.edu
posted 5/10/10.
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