Africa: Academic Jobs, JUA (02/04/08)
ACADEMIC JOBS
KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY - ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF ENGLISH AND AFRICAN
DIASPORA STUDIES
The Department of English and the African and African Diaspora Studies
Program at Kennesaw State University invites applications for the
jointly appointed nine-month tenure-track position of Assistant
Professor specializing in African Diaspora Literatures. Candidates must
be able to teach a variety of courses that contribute to the English
Department and the AADS program, including, but not limited to, African
Diaspora Literature, African-American Literature, American Literature,
and World Literature on a 3-3 semester load. Ph.D required. Commitment
to excellence in teaching, complemented by strong scholarship and
engagement is expected of all faculty members in KSU's College of
Humanities and Social Sciences. It would also be beneficial if an
applicant has a familiarity and experience working with diverse
students. The successful candidate will also provide service to both
programs. To guarantee consideration, application materials must be
postmarked by March 7, 2008. Candidates should sent a letter of interest
addressing the applicant's position qualifications; teaching philosophy;
scholarship activities; current curriculum vita; names, addresses,
telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three references, and
official transcripts to: Prof. Donald Fay, Chair English Department,
Kennesaw State University, 1000 Chastain Road, English Bldg #27,
Kennesaw, Georgia 30144-559. For questions about this position opening,
contact Professor Fay, Search Committee Chair: dfay@kennesaw.edu
WEST LIBERTY STATE COLLEGE - HISTORY/FACULTY POSITION
The Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences seeks to fill a
full-time, tenure-track faculty position in History. The successful
candidate must be willing to teach both introductory world and US
history survey courses as needed, as well as upper-division courses in
areas of expertise. Interest or background in history before 1500 is a
plus. Areas of expertise may include, but are not limited to: Latin
America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Candidates should have a
commitment to excellent teaching and college service, including
participation in student advising and recruitment and retention.
Doctoral degree is preferred, masters degree candidates may be
considered for a nontenure-track position. Prior teaching experience is
preferred. The successful candidate must have excellent communication
and teaching skills. Salary will be commensurate with education and
experience. Anticipated starting date: August 16, 2008. Interested
individuals are to submit a current curriculum vitae, three letters of
recommendation, copies of student evaluations, and a sample syllabus.
Copies of transcripts of all graduate and undergraduate work are to be
sent to: West Liberty State College, Human Resources Department, 131
Campus Service Center, P.O. Box 295, West Liberty, WV 26074-0295 or
e-mail to: deritami@westliberty.edu. Review of applications begins on
February 15, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled.
STANFORD UNIVERSITY - PROGRAM IN AFRICAN AND AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES
(AAAS), ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
The Program in African and African American Studies (AAAS), established
in 1968, was the first ethnic studies program developed at Stanford
University and the first African & African American Studies program at a
private institution in the U.S. Reports to the Faculty Program Director
and the AAAS Faculty Advisory Committee. As the senior staff member, the
Associate Director (AD) works closely with the Director to devise and
implement the vision, strategy, and goals of AAAS. An advanced degree,
preferably a Ph.D., in the Humanities or Social Sciences, or a related
field, with an emphasis or specialization in African and African
American Studies. A minimum of five years of programmatic experience,
including involvement in planning lectures, colloquiums, and
publications; staff, project and budget management, and achievement in
field. Proficiency in one or more major languages. All applicants must
apply on line at Stanford Jobs http://jobs.stanford.edu/find_a_job.html;
the position listing # is 28855. In addition to a Curriculum Vitae and a
Statement of Interest (no more than 500words), applicants must also send
two confidential letters of reference sent directly from the referees to
AAAS. All materials should be sent and addressed to Michele Elam,
Director of African & African American Studies, Bldg. 360, Rm. 362A,
Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305. Inquiries can be sent to Nigel
Hatton, Assistant to Director of AAAS, hatton@stanford.edu. The
application deadline is March 3, 2008.
STANFORD UNIVERSITY - PHYLLIS WATTIS CURATOR OF THE ARTS OF AFRICA AND
THE AMERICAS, CANTOR CENTER FOR VISUAL ARTS AT STANFORD UNIVERSITY
We are currently seeking a creative and enthusiastic team player to take
responsibility for the development of the Arts of Africa, Native America
and Ancient America portion of the collection, reviewing and redefining
its scope when appropriate. The Cantor Arts Center is integral to this
major research university and you will work with members of the academic
community as teacher, facilitator and museum professional and may also
sit on University committees. Your primary responsibility is for the
overall development of the permanent collection, which includes objects
in several media from Africa, American Indian tribes, including art form
the modern and contemporary periods, and ancient Native American
cultures from before the period of western contact. We are committed to
creatively developing both areas and seek an individual who specializes
in either the arts of Africa or Native American cultures and who has a
strong interest in the other area of the collection. We'll rely on you
to develop exhibitions, solicit and evaluate proposals for exhibitions
organized at other institutions, actively solicit, encourage and help
faculty members and qualified students to develop exhibition proposals
and, on occasion, teach courses in the University's academic program
with a focus on the museum's collection.
This endowed position requires an advanced degree in Art History or
related field with a PhD or equivalent scholarship and 5+ years of
museum experience, including involvement in exhibitions, publications,
project and budget management and achievement in this field. Proficiency
in one or more major languages is also necessary, along with the ability
to help faculty integrate the use of the Center's collections in the
teaching curriculum, excellent communication and organizational skills
and a commitment and ability to foster appreciation and understanding of
art through teaching, lecturing and organizing exhibitions and
educational programs. Experience with fundraising and donor cultivation
would be valuable. Teaching experience is desirable. To assure your
application information is captured in our official files and that the
hiring department also has immediate access to your resume, you must
apply to http://jobs.stanford.edu/ and in the keyword search box,
indicate 28179.
- AUGUSTANA COLLEGE
- ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF ENGLISH
Augustana College invites applications for a full-time tenure track
appointment, rank open, in postcolonial/transnational literature
beginning with the 2008-09 academic year. Specialization in any area
within postcolonial studies/transnational literature. Possible primary
and/or secondary interests: literature and culture of the Indian
subcontinent; literary criticism/theory; British literature; African
literature. Interest in Augustana's international study experiences
and/or international studies programs is welcome. Candidates will also
teach courses in Augustanas innovative Liberal Studies curriculum. A PhD
in hand at the time of appointment and demonstrated commitment to
creative and effective undergraduate teaching as well as scholarly
achievement is expected. Augustana College is a selective, four-year,
liberal arts institution of 2,500 students, most of whom live in
residence halls on a wooded 115-acre campus. Rock Island, Illinois is
one of the Quad-Cities of Illinois and Iowa, a diverse metropolitan area
on the Mississippi River with 350,000 residents. Augustana College is an
equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from
women and persons of diverse ethnic backgrounds. We do not discriminate
based on age, race, color, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation,
disability or creed. Details about Augustana, our expectation of the
faculty, the selection process, and the Quad Cities are all available at
the Faculty Search website; http://www.augustanafaculty.org. Send a
letter of application, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, statement
of teaching philosophy and three letters of recommendation to Search
#123-08 English Committee, Jeff Abernathy, Dean of the College,
Augustana College, 639 38th Street, Rock Island, Illinois, 61201.
Questions may be directed to Joseph McDowell, interim chair:
JosephMcDowell@augustana.edu. Review of applications will begin February
8, 2008.
ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY - ASSISTANT OR ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR,
MIDDLE EAST/AFRICA
The International Studies degree program at the Rochester Institute of
Technology invites applications for a tenure track position at the level
of assistant or associate professor, beginning fall 2008. International
Studies is an interdisciplinary program housed in the Department of
Sociology and Anthropology within the College of Liberal Arts. A broad
range of disciplines will be considered, including sociology,
anthropology, history, political science, and international studies. The
successful candidate will have joint appointments between the
international studies program and the candidate's disciplinary
department. Ph.D. in hand is required. We seek candidates with expertise
in the Middle East and Africa and a specialization in human security and
conflict resolution (e.g., sectarian conflict, ethnic violence,
genocide, human trafficking). The successful candidate will be able to
teach Introduction to International Studies and will be willing to
develop and teach area courses in the Middle East and Africa, as well as
human security and conflict resolution. All applicants must apply online
at http://mycareer.rit.edu Position Number IRC 16573. Please submit your
letter of interest, a c.v., and the names, addresses, and phone numbers
of three references. You can contact Murli Sinha, chair, Department of
Sociology and Anthropology, with any questions about the position, at
mmsgss@rit.edu or (585) 475-2896, or (585) 475- 2018. Review of
applications begins February 20, 2008, and continues until the position
is filled.
PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY, ERIE-BEHREND - ASSISTANT OR ASSOCIATE
PROFESSOR OF ASIAN, AFRICAN, OR MIDDLE EASTERN HISTORY
The History program at Penn State Erie, The Behrend College, wishes to
expand its coverage of non-Western history and seeks to hire a
tenure-track assistant or associate professor of Asian, African, or
Middle Eastern history. The course load is three classes per semester
(usually no more than two course preps) and could include world history
surveys in addition to surveys and upper division courses in the
individual's field of specialization. The successful candidate will
demonstrate potential for quality scholarship, teaching, and service.
Ph.D. and college teaching experience preferred. Please send letter of
application, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, evidence of
teaching effectiveness, writing sample, and three letters of
recommendation to: Chair, History Search Committee Box H, School of
Humanities and Social Sciences, Penn State Erie, The Behrend College,
4951 College Drive, Erie, PA 16563-1501. Review of applications will
begin on January 28 and continue until the position is filled. Penn
State University is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity
and the diversity of its workforce.
SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY - ONE-YEAR VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR,
AFRICAN HISTORY
The Clements Department of History in Dedman College at SMU seeks a
historian to fill a position as a one-year visiting assistant professor
in African history. The successful candidate will be expected to teach
two courses each semester. Ideally one course will be a general survey
and the other a more specialized undergraduate course. Salary
competitive. Minority and female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Employment eligibility verification will be necessary upon appointment.
Send letter of application, vita, letters of recommendation, and writing
sample by April 4, 2008, to Kathleen A. Wellman, Chair, Clements
Department of History, PO Box 750176, Southern Methodist University,
Dallas, TX 75275-0176. SMU will not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or veteran
status. SMU is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of sexual
orientation.
RICE UNIVERSITY - LECTURER, AFRICAN HISTORY
The Rice University History Department invites applications for a
one-year lecturer position, with the possibility of extension for one
additional year, in African history. Period open; field open except for
South Africa and Egypt. The successful candidate will be expected to
teach a one- or two-semester survey course on Africa as well as more
specialized courses of own choosing. Applicants should have completed
their Ph.D. by July 1, 2008. The appointment begins July 1, 2008.
Candidates should submit a letter of application, c.v., three letters of
recommendation, a chapter-length writing sample, and evidence of
teaching qualifications by February 15, 2008 to Chair African Search,
Rice University, Department of History MS# 42, PO Box 1892, Houston, TX
77251-1892. Rice University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer.
THIEL COLLEGE - ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
Thiel College invites applications for a tenure track assistant
professor position in the Department of History to teach Early Modern,
Modern European History. Candidates with secondary fields in Women's,
Ancient, or African history will be given preferential consideration.
The successful candidate will also teach in the History of Western
Humanities program. Qualifications include a Ph.D. (ABD considered) and
evidence of excellent potential as a teacher and a scholar. Please send
an application letter, C.V., transcripts, statement on teaching, and
three letters of recommendation to employment@thiel.edu or to Susan
Swartzbeck, Director of Human Resources, Thiel College, 75 College
Avenue, Greenville, PA 16125. Review of applications will begin
immediately and continue until position is filled. Thiel College is
committed to enhancing diversity among its staff. Qualified minorities
are encouraged to apply. EOE
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS - ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, ART HISTORY - AFRICAN
ART AND VISUAL CULTURE
Candidate must have a Ph.D. by July 2008 in art history or a related
field with a concentration in African art and visual culture. Other than
African-American art, a secondary area, if relevant, might complement
existing faculty members' teaching and research fields in Medieval,
18th/19th Century, 20th/21st Century, Middle Eastern, South Asian, and
Latin American. Teaching experience beyond the level of teaching
assistant is highly desirable. end letter of intent, CV, a one-page
statement of teaching philosophy, samples of course syllabi, a
professional sample of writing, three letters of recommendation as well
as the current addresses, e-mail addresses and phone numbers for each
recommender to: Jennifer Way, Chair, Art History Search Committee,
College of Visual Arts and Design, University of North Texas, UNT Box
305100, Denton, Texas 76203-5100, JWay@UNT.edu. For more information, see
http://www.h-net.org/jobs/display_job.php?jobID=35312
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY (MSU) DIRECTOR, AFRICAN STUDIES CENTER
The Director of the ASC is responsible for providing intellectual and
programmatic leadership to advance and promote excellence in MSU's
diverse research, teaching, and outreach activities relating to Africa.
The position requires policy development and implementation
capabilities, with the ability to work collaboratively with faculty,
administrators of academic units, and other area studies, and
international thematic centers in promoting international research,
education, outreach, and service programs. Please send an application
letter addressing your qualifications relevant to the items identified
above, a recent vita, and a list of three references with addresses to:
ASC Director Search, c/o Michael Stokes, International Studies and
Programs, Michigan State University, 209 International Center, East
Lansing, MI 48824 or stokesm@msu.edu. We will begin reviewing
applications on January 31, 2008. We will receive applications until the
position is filled. For more information, see
http://www.h-net.org/jobs/display_job.php?jobID=35544
UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN ANTHROPOLOGY
Anthropology of Health & Development in Africa. All searches are at the
rank of Assistant Professor unless otherwise noted. In searches for
Assistant Professors, exceptional candidates at higher ranks may, in
some cases, be considered. Candidates must present evidence of scholarly
or creative productivity and must show evidence of dedication to
effective teaching. Expected start date: August 18, 2008. Ph.D. or
terminal degree is expected by start date of appointment. Preferred
candidates would contribute to the climate of diversity in the College,
including a diversity of scholarly approaches. For a complete position
announcement and requirements, please refer to the CLA&S Web site at
www.clas.ku.edu Or, you may contact the department of interest through
the KU Directory Assistance (785) 864-2700, or email eas@ku.edu; Erin
Spiridigliozzi, Asst. Dean, CLAS, 1450 Jayhawk Blvd., Rm. 200 Strong
Hall, Lawrence, KS 66045. FAX: (785) 864-5331.