Job title: Assistant Professor, American Indian Studies
Company: South Dakota Board Of Regents
Job description: Posting Details
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Institution Black Hills State University
Working Title Assistant Professor, American Indian Studies
Posting Number F01374P
Department BHSU-School of Mathematics & Soc Science
Physical Location of Position (City) Spearfish
Posting Text
The College of Liberal Arts at Black Hills State University seeks applications for an Assistant Professor of American Indian Studies to be housed in the School of Mathematics and Social Sciences.
DUTIES:
Duties include the expectation to teach a load of 12 credits per semester. Other responsibilities include advising, scholarship, and service.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability and willingness to develop and teach a broad range of American Indian Studies courses in face-to-face and online formats is essential.
- A terminal degree in American Indian/Native American Studies, American Studies, Ethnic Studies, Anthropology or related field is preferred.
- Preference will be given to candidates who show evidence of successful teaching experience in the area of American Indian/Native American Studies, in particular the Plains Indian populations.
- We particularly welcome applicants whose work encompasses American Indian and Indigenous centered knowledge production and epistemologies.
COMMENTS:
This is a full time, nine-month, tenure track position that will start August 2024. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
TO APPLY:
Applications must be made online at . Please include a letter of application, C.V., unofficial graduate transcripts, and the names and contact information for at least three professional references. This position is open until filled with a first review date of February 1, 2024, at 11PM mountain time. For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at 605.642.6545. Questions specific to the position may be directed to Dr. Urla Marcus, Search Chair, at .
Black Hills State University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment is dependent upon a satisfactory background check.
Posting Date 11/21/2023
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
First Consideration Date 02/01/2024
Advertised Salary $63,000 – $66,000 DOE/Q
Duration of the Term 9 months
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Appointment Percent 100%
Tenure Status Tenure Track
Proposed Rank Assistant Professor
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Appointment Type Regular
Scope of Search External (includes Internal)
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Department Description and Cultural Expectations
Black Hills State University is a masters-level state university with more than 3,600 students. The campus leads the region in sustainability efforts and maintains top academic programs in business (AACSB Accredited), exercise science, natural sciences, social sciences, the arts, mass communication, health sciences and education. The University, founded in 1883, is located in the northern Black Hills, a region abundant with outdoor activity and culture. Spearfish, S.D., is recognized as one of the top 10 most livable small towns in the USA and has also been recognized nationally for outdoor recreational opportunities. A second location, BHSU-RC, is in Rapid City, the state’s second-largest city. BHSU, a member of NCAA Division II athletics, offers 14 sports, and has a legacy of champion rodeo teams.
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Contact Information
Expected salary: $63000 – 66000 per year
Location: Spearfish, SD
Job date: Thu, 23 Nov 2023 01:00:02 GMT
