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Job title: Assistant Professor, Latino Politics/American Government

Company: Montclair State University

Job description: to teach undergraduate courses in Latino politics, American Government, Political Advocacy, Political Communication, and Public… as well as a wide variety of courses in International Relations, Comparative Politics, and American Government. Recent pedagogical…

Expected salary:

Location: Montclair, NJ

Job date: Sat, 07 Oct 2023 01:59:37 GMT

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Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry https://toptechblitz.com.ng/assistant-professor-department-of-biochemistry/ https://toptechblitz.com.ng/assistant-professor-department-of-biochemistry/#respond Thu, 11 Jan 2024 03:57:54 +0000 https://toptechblitz.com.ng/assistant-professor-department-of-biochemistry/ Job title: Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry Company: University of Alberta Job description: Location – North Campus Edmonton. This role is in-person. Working for the Department/Faculty The Department of Biochemistry at the University of Alberta has a long and illustrious history dating back to the early 20th century and the ground-breaking research contributions of our [...]

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Job title: Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry

Company: University of Alberta

Job description: Location – North Campus Edmonton. This role is in-person.

Working for the Department/Faculty

The Department of Biochemistry at the University of Alberta has a long and illustrious history dating back to the early 20th century and the ground-breaking research contributions of our first Chair, James Collip, to the development of insulin. Over the last century, biochemical research has expanded to impact diverse areas of human health and disease.

This research has shed light on fundamental molecular mechanisms underlying cancer, heart disease, neurological disorders (including prion diseases), infectious diseases, and metabolic disorders.

Position

The Department of Biochemistry at the University of Alberta is looking for applicants to fill the position of Assistant Professor, additionally, the selected candidate will also be recommended for a Chair in Applications of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to Biochemistry. We are particularly interested in applicants who will apply artificial intelligence and/or machine learning approaches to the understanding of macromolecular structure and interactions (such as protein-protein, protein-nucleic acid and protein-membrane interactions), drug design, biochemical and proteomic big data analysis, biomarker identification, and systems biology. The Department has existing strengths in structural biology including a new cryoEM facility, proteomics and mass spectrometry, super-resolution cell imaging, membrane protein structure/function, and drug discovery. The applicant will further benefit from interactions and support of our partner research institutes: the (CRINA); the (LKSIoV); the (NMHI); and the (WCHRI).

The successful candidate will be nominated for a Canada CIFAR Artificial Intelligence (CCAI) Chair that includes five years of initial research funding. This position is part of a University of Alberta cluster hire in the intersection of Machine Learning and other areas of existing research strength in, for example, Health, Energy, and Indigenous Initiatives in Health and the Humanities. The successful candidate will also become an Amii Fellow, joining a highly collegial institute of world-class Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning researchers, and have access to Amii internal funding resources, administrative support, and a highly collaborative environment.

is one of three institutes named in the Pan-Canadian AI Strategy and consists of more than 35 artificial intelligence (AI) & machine learning (ML) researchers at the U of A, as well as CCAI Chairs at post-secondary institutions across Western Canada. The University of Alberta is world-renowned for its strength in AI and ML; the cohort that includes this position will bring together and foster the next generation of scientists leading the development of machine learning.

Qualifications

  • PhD degree in relevant field
  • Post-doctoral experience
  • Strong publication record

How to Apply:

To apply click on the “Apply Online” button and submit the following:

  • Cover Letter. Note: As part of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program requirements, the university must conduct recruitment efforts to hire Canadians and permanent residents before offering a job to a temporary foreign worker. To ensure we remain in compliance with these regulations, please include the appropriate statement in your application “I am a Canadian Citizen/Permanent Resident” or “I am not a Canadian Citizen/Permanent Resident”.
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research Plan
  • EDI Statement
  • Statement of Teaching/Research Interests
  • List of Publications

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

How to Apply

Note: Online applications are accepted until midnight Mountain Standard Time of the closing date.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered. The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

Expected salary:

Location: Edmonton, AB

Job date: Fri, 01 Dec 2023 07:02:12 GMT

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Replacement Professor Position in Mathematics and Statistics https://toptechblitz.com.ng/replacement-professor-position-in-mathematics-and-statistics/ https://toptechblitz.com.ng/replacement-professor-position-in-mathematics-and-statistics/#respond Tue, 09 Jan 2024 01:07:52 +0000 https://toptechblitz.com.ng/replacement-professor-position-in-mathematics-and-statistics/ Job title: Replacement Professor Position in Mathematics and Statistics Company: University of Ottawa Job description: Job Family: Academic Leadership and Faculty Union affiliation: APUO Faculty/Department: Department of Mathematics and Statistics_FT Campus: STEM Date Posted: novembre 09, 2023 Closing Date: Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End [...]

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Job title: Replacement Professor Position in Mathematics and Statistics

Company: University of Ottawa

Job description: Job Family: Academic Leadership and Faculty

Union affiliation:

APUO

Faculty/Department: Department of Mathematics and Statistics_FT

Campus: STEM

Date Posted: novembre 09, 2023

Closing Date:

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above

Replacement Professor Position in Mathematics and Statistics

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics of the University of Ottawa invites applications to fill one replacement professor position in probability and statistics, to begin July 1st, 2024.

Title of the position: Replacement professor

Duties: The functions of a member of the academic staff include, in varying proportions: teaching activities (six courses per year) and academic service activities. The candidate will be expected to teach in French and English.

Terms: A 2-year contract, renewable

Wage: Salary scales for Assistant Professors start at $89,622 (as of May 2023).

Benefits package: The University of Ottawa provides a complete compensation package which includes long term disability, basic group life insurance, supplementary health insurance, University of Ottawa Pension Plan and optional life insurance, as well as paid leave (including maternal, and parental leave: ).

Location of work: Department of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Ottawa, STEM Complex, 150 Louis-Pasteur, Ottawa, ON, Canada, K1N 6N5.

Contact information: Alistair Savage, Chair, Department of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Ottawa, STEM Complex, 150 Louis-Pasteur, Ottawa, ON, Canada, K1N 6N5, .

Skills requirements:

  • Education: Ph.D. or equivalent in Mathematics, Statistics or a related discipline.
  • Work experience:

We are seeking candidates with a proven track record in teaching at the undergraduate level (probability and statistics), in both official languages. Research experience in academia and/or industry will be an asset. Experience in supervising (under)graduate students will also be an asset. The ability of the candidate to participate in more than one of the established research groups will be viewed as an asset. For more details on this and other aspects of the department: .

Application procedure: Applications should be submitted electronically through the University of Ottawa Academic Careers website ( ) and on .

Applicants should provide a curriculum vitae and a teaching statement, as well as the contact details of three referees who would provide a letter of recommendation for the selected candidate.

Application deadline: Review of applications will begin December 1st, 2023. Applications received before this date will receive full consideration.

Other information:

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics is part of the Ottawa-Carleton Institute for Mathematics and Statistics, and is one of the sponsors of the Fields Institute (Toronto), Centre de recherches mathématiques (Montréal), and the Canadian Statistical Sciences Institute.

The University of Ottawa is proud of its more than 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language. Located on the unceded ancestral territory of the Anishinabé-Algonquin people, the University of Ottawa is at the heart of Canada’s capital with unparalleled opportunity for collaborations with governmental agencies for funding and samples (e.g., Canadian Museum of Nature, GSC).

In accordance with Immigration Canada requirements, any qualified person is invited to submit their application; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty. Accordingly, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minorities members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse and inclusive communities. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups are asked to complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire, to be completed at the time of application.

The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process, please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations at . Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty. Accordingly, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minorities members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse, and inclusive communities. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups are asked to complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire, to be completed at the time of application.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application, please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada

The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process, please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations by email at . Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language.

Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 – Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.

Expected salary: $89622 per year

Location: Montreal, QC – Ottawa, ON

Job date: Sat, 11 Nov 2023 08:35:42 GMT

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Assistant/Associate Professor (tenure-track), Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders https://toptechblitz.com.ng/assistant-associate-professor-tenure-track-department-of-communication-sciences-disorders/ https://toptechblitz.com.ng/assistant-associate-professor-tenure-track-department-of-communication-sciences-disorders/#respond Mon, 08 Jan 2024 21:03:58 +0000 https://toptechblitz.com.ng/assistant-associate-professor-tenure-track-department-of-communication-sciences-disorders/ Job title: Assistant/Associate Professor (tenure-track), Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders Company: University of Alberta Job description: The University of Alberta, its buildings, labs, and research stations are primarily located on the traditional territory of Cree, Blackfoot, Métis, Nakota Sioux, Iroquois, Dene, and Ojibway/Saulteaux/Anishinaabe nations; lands that are now known as part of Treaties 6, [...]

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Job title: Assistant/Associate Professor (tenure-track), Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders

Company: University of Alberta

Job description: The University of Alberta, its buildings, labs, and research stations are primarily located on the traditional territory of Cree, Blackfoot, Métis, Nakota Sioux, Iroquois, Dene, and Ojibway/Saulteaux/Anishinaabe nations; lands that are now known as part of Treaties 6, 7, and 8 and homeland of the Métis. The University of Alberta respects the sovereignty, lands, histories, languages, knowledge systems, and cultures of First Nations, Métis and Inuit nations.

The Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine invites applications for a full-time, tenure track position at the assistant or associate professor level in the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders (CSD). The Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders, one of three departments in the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine, offers a course-based Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MScSLP), a two-year program designed to develop leaders in speech-language pathology through excellence in research, education and citizenship. The program is designed to provide students with the academic and clinical skills required to be eligible for certification through Speech-Language and Audiology Canada (SAC) and registration or licensure by provincial regulatory bodies. A thesis-based option within the MScSLP is also offered, as well as a combined MSc/PhD program that allows a select group of highly motivated students to complete the MScSLP and the PhD in rehabilitation sciences within a single integrated program of study. Faculty members of the CSD department are actively involved in the MSc and PhD thesis-based degree programs in Rehabilitation Science offered through the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine.

The Department of CSD is among the largest speech-language pathology education programs in Canada. The Department currently consists of 11 tenure track and 7 academic teaching faculty members, supported by staff at the Department and Faculty level. Starting in Fall 2024, the MScSLP program will be offered in a distributed education model across 2 campuses in Alberta – Edmonton and Camrose. Approximately 90 students will be admitted in Fall 2024 across both campuses, with 20 of those seats reserved for students from Saskatchewan.

Faculty members have diverse research programs in areas including developmental language disorders and phonological development in children, literacy, multilingual language development, neurogenic communication disorders, speech science, hearing science and head and neck cancer rehabilitation. The department has community connections with several health care centres in Edmonton, including the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital. Faculty members have close connections (e.g., cross appointments and partnerships) with research and clinical institutes such as the , the and the .

The successful candidate will hold a PhD in Communication Sciences and Disorders or a related field, be an independent investigator or have the potential to develop a successful research program as an independent investigator in any of the Faculty and department’s areas of research excellence. Candidates with expertise in fluency, complex communication needs/autism spectrum disorders or dysphagia are encouraged to apply but all qualified candidates will be considered. The candidate will be a collaborative member of the department and faculty, and be committed to equity, diversity, inclusivity and Indigenous initiatives in research, teaching and service.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach in the entry to practice Masters of Science program in Speech Language Pathology, and supervise Masters and Doctoral students pursuing theses. Eligibility for licensure by the professional college, the Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA), is an asset.

The U of A is committed to fostering equitable, diverse, and inclusive work and learning spaces ( and ) and encourages interest from candidates who can contribute to the further diversification of ideas in the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders. The University of Alberta welcomes applications from all qualified persons, and encourages First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and women to apply.

Candidates are requested to prepare a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, and a statement on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity and Indigenous Initiatives (1-2 pages in length; see for format). Please send the application package to Noriko Hessmann ( ).

The Committee will begin considering candidates on February 15, 2024 with the new faculty member to begin the appointment in the summer of 2024. Interviews will begin April 2024. This position will remain open until filled. This position will be located at the University of Alberta, Corbett Hall, 8205-114 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 2G4.

As part of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program requirements, the university must conduct recruitment efforts to hire Canadians and permanent residents before offering a job to a temporary foreign worker. To ensure we remain in compliance with these regulations, please include the appropriate statement in your application “I am a Canadian Citizen/Permanent Resident” or “I am not a Canadian Citizen/Permanent Resident”.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered. The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

Expected salary:

Location: Edmonton, AB

Job date: Sat, 16 Dec 2023 03:15:18 GMT

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Director of African American Studies and Professor or Associate Professor https://toptechblitz.com.ng/director-of-african-american-studies-and-professor-or-associate-professor-2/ https://toptechblitz.com.ng/director-of-african-american-studies-and-professor-or-associate-professor-2/#respond Wed, 03 Jan 2024 21:01:26 +0000 https://toptechblitz.com.ng/director-of-african-american-studies-and-professor-or-associate-professor-2/ Job title: Director of African American Studies and Professor or Associate Professor Company: University of Mississippi Job description: Note for Current UM Employees Current employees must apply internally via connectU > Position Description The University of Mississippi invites applications for a full-time, 12-month administrative faculty position as Director of African American Studies, with a joint [...]

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Job title: Director of African American Studies and Professor or Associate Professor

Company: University of Mississippi

Job description: Note for Current UM Employees

Current employees must apply internally via connectU >

Position Description

The University of Mississippi invites applications for a full-time, 12-month administrative faculty position as Director of African American Studies, with a joint faculty appointment in African American Studies and another department in the College of Liberal Arts.

The University of Mississippi is an R1 institution in an exciting phase of institutional growth and is located in the city of Oxford, a vibrant community known for its small-town charm and outstanding educational and cultural opportunities. The African American Studies Program develops and coordinates an interdisciplinary undergraduate curriculum that focuses mainly on the African American experience in the United States, especially in Mississippi and the South. Its objectives are to encourage all students and faculty to examine the African American experience, to facilitate a cultural and intellectual atmosphere on campus favorable to such studies, and to develop and support a related program of research and community service. In addition to supporting the current objectives by supervising the administrative aspects of the program, working with program faculty and students, and coordinating numerous outreach and public programming activities, the new AAS Director will take the lead in shaping a vision for the program’s future.

For additional institutional context, candidates are encouraged to consult the University’s strategic plan, Empower Now ( ), the University’s Pathways to Equity plan that underlies all the Empower Now goals ( ), and the College of Liberal Arts’ specific Equity-in-Action Plan ( ).

Position Details

Appointment: 12 month

Assignment Type: Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates for the position of Director must have a Ph.D. or terminal degree with an outstanding academic record of teaching and publishing on subjects related to African American Studies and must hold the rank of tenured Associate or Full Professor at the time of application.

Though we are open to candidates with research focuses in any field of the liberal arts, we seek candidates with a strong commitment to undergraduate education and knowledge of the broad curricular and academic issues in the field of African American Studies. The successful candidate will have demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills and experience in personnel management; experience in fiscal management is also desirable. Candidates with demonstrable commitment and experience in fostering diverse, equitable, and inclusive communities for research, teaching, and learning are of particular interest.

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Application Procedures

To apply, visit . In addition to completing the online application, please upload the following: 1) under “Resume” a CV which includes the names and contact information for three professional references); 2) under “Other” a single document that includes a cover letter summarizing your qualifications and academic background; a statement of your general administrative philosophy and relevant administrative experience; a preliminary vision for the program; and a statement addressing your experience with and approaches to diversity, equity, inclusion, and community engagement.

Review of applications will begin January 15, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. The anticipated starting date is July 2024, but is flexible. Questions about the position may be addressed to the search committee chair Dr. Molly Pasco-Pranger (mpranger@olemiss.edu, 662-915-7097)

About the University of MS & Oxford, MS

Founded in 1848, the University of Mississippi (UM), affectionately known to alumni, students and friends as Ole Miss, is Mississippi’s flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities – Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. The University of Mississippi, consistently named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For,” is located in Oxford, MS, which is ranked one of the “Top 10 Best College Towns.” With more than 24,000 students, UM is the state’s largest university and is ranked among the nation’s fastest-growing institutions. The University of Mississippi, which has aggressively implemented many health and wellness initiatives for its more than 2,900 employees, has consistently been named one of Mississippi’s Healthiest Workplaces.

Touted as the “Cultural Mecca of the South”, creativity abounds in Oxford as musicians, artists and writers alike find inspiration in Oxford’s rich history, small town charm and creative community. Oxford is a one-hour drive south of Memphis, TN and is known as the home of Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner. Over the years Oxford has also been known for offering exceptional culinary experiences and as the home of the University of Mississippi and the Ole Miss Rebels, there is always something here to immerse yourself in. Oxford has also been featured as a literary and arts destination in such publications as The New York Times, Southern Living, Condé Nast Traveler, and GQ. Among other cultural activities, annual events include the Oxford Film Festival, a thriving local music scene, and the Ford Center Performing Arts Series. Oxford is a vibrant university town, filled with unique shops and galleries, eclectic restaurants and clubs, historic landmarks, and comfortable inns.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Expected salary:

Location: Mississippi

Job date: Thu, 30 Nov 2023 23:06:55 GMT

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Job title: Director of African American Studies and Professor or Associate Professor

Company: University of Mississippi

Job description: Note for Current UM Employees

Current employees must apply internally via connectU

Position Description

The University of Mississippi invites applications for a full-time, 12-month administrative faculty position as Director of African American Studies, with a joint faculty appointment in African American Studies and another department in the College of Liberal Arts.

The University of Mississippi is an R1 institution in an exciting phase of institutional growth and is located in the city of Oxford, a vibrant community known for its small-town charm and outstanding educational and cultural opportunities. The African American Studies Program develops and coordinates an interdisciplinary undergraduate curriculum that focuses mainly on the African American experience in the United States, especially in Mississippi and the South. Its objectives are to encourage all students and faculty to examine the African American experience, to facilitate a cultural and intellectual atmosphere on campus favorable to such studies, and to develop and support a related program of research and community service. In addition to supporting the current objectives by supervising the administrative aspects of the program, working with program faculty and students, and coordinating numerous outreach and public programming activities, the new AAS Director will take the lead in shaping a vision for the program’s future.

For additional institutional context, candidates are encouraged to consult the University’s strategic plan, Empower Now ( ), the University’s Pathways to Equity plan that underlies all the Empower Now goals ( ), and the College of Liberal Arts’ specific Equity-in-Action Plan ( ).

Position Details

Appointment: 12 month

Assignment Type: Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates for the position of Director must have a Ph.D. or terminal degree with an outstanding academic record of teaching and publishing on subjects related to African American Studies and must hold the rank of tenured Associate or Full Professor at the time of application.

Though we are open to candidates with research focuses in any field of the liberal arts, we seek candidates with a strong commitment to undergraduate education and knowledge of the broad curricular and academic issues in the field of African American Studies. The successful candidate will have demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills and experience in personnel management; experience in fiscal management is also desirable. Candidates with demonstrable commitment and experience in fostering diverse, equitable, and inclusive communities for research, teaching, and learning are of particular interest.

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Application Procedures

To apply, visit . In addition to completing the online application, please upload the following: 1) under “Resume” a CV which includes the names and contact information for three professional references); 2) under “Other” a single document that includes a cover letter summarizing your qualifications and academic background; a statement of your general administrative philosophy and relevant administrative experience; a preliminary vision for the program; and a statement addressing your experience with and approaches to diversity, equity, inclusion, and community engagement.

Review of applications will begin January 15, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. The anticipated starting date is July 2024, but is flexible. Questions about the position may be addressed to the search committee chair Dr. Molly Pasco-Pranger (mpranger@olemiss.edu, 662-915-7097)

About the University of MS & Oxford, MS

Founded in 1848, the University of Mississippi (UM), affectionately known to alumni, students and friends as Ole Miss, is Mississippi’s flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities – Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. The University of Mississippi, consistently named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For,” is located in Oxford, MS, which is ranked one of the “Top 10 Best College Towns.” With more than 24,000 students, UM is the state’s largest university and is ranked among the nation’s fastest-growing institutions. The University of Mississippi, which has aggressively implemented many health and wellness initiatives for its more than 2,900 employees, has consistently been named one of Mississippi’s Healthiest Workplaces.

Touted as the “Cultural Mecca of the South”, creativity abounds in Oxford as musicians, artists and writers alike find inspiration in Oxford’s rich history, small town charm and creative community. Oxford is a one-hour drive south of Memphis, TN and is known as the home of Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner. Over the years Oxford has also been known for offering exceptional culinary experiences and as the home of the University of Mississippi and the Ole Miss Rebels, there is always something here to immerse yourself in. Oxford has also been featured as a literary and arts destination in such publications as The New York Times, Southern Living, Condé Nast Traveler, and GQ. Among other cultural activities, annual events include the Oxford Film Festival, a thriving local music scene, and the Ford Center Performing Arts Series. Oxford is a vibrant university town, filled with unique shops and galleries, eclectic restaurants and clubs, historic landmarks, and comfortable inns.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

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Location: Mississippi

Job date: Fri, 01 Dec 2023 06:36:04 GMT

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Job title: Assistant Professor of African American Literature

Company: Auburn University

Job description: Auburn University is committed to keeping its campus community safe and will follow applicable local, state and federal guidelines and regulations regarding COVID-19 policies and protocols.

For Non-Faculty jobs: External postings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. Postings with end dates are subject to close after 10 days.

Employment with Auburn University is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applications will be accepted online at . Submit the following documents: cover letter; curriculum vitae; writing sample; teaching philosophy; contact information for three recommenders; and transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire). Applications submitted by November 1, 2023 will have fullest consideration.

Questions may be addressed to search committee chair, Dr. Ernest L. Gibson III (elg0036@auburn.edu)

“Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples” http://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/facultyjobs/

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Assistant Professor of African American Literature
Posting Number P1412F

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

Auburn University (AL) – TT Assistant Professor 2024 (Department of English)

The Department of English at Auburn University invites applications for two tenure-track, assistant professor positions in African American literature to begin Fall 2024. One position is dedicated to a specialization in early African American literature; the other is open to any historical period within African American literary studies. The teaching load for research faculty is 2-2, with balanced assignments in upper-division and graduate courses, as well as Auburn’s core curriculum. Successful candidates will contribute to the growth of the Department’s African American literature offerings and will have opportunities to affiliate with interdisciplinary programs like Africana Studies or Women’s & Gender Studies.

As one of the nation’s premier land, sea, and space grant institutions, Auburn University is ranked 42nd among public universities by U.S. News and World Report. Highly research-active (R1) and committed to teaching excellence, Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, positive work environment, exciting student life, and the beauty of its campus. The Auburn-Opelika metropolitan area has a population of 140,000, excellent public school systems, a regional medical center, and is recognized as one of the “best small towns in America.” The Department of English, the largest in the College of Liberal Arts, offers the BA, MA, MTPC, and PhD.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Qualifications: PhD in English, African American Studies, or related field by August 16, 2024 appointment date, with a specialization in African American literature; a clear agenda for scholarly productivity; and a strong commitment to collegiality, with a willingness to take part in the life and work of a unified department of English Studies (which includes majors/concentrations in creative writing, literature, and writing studies). The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment.
Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications: Record of publication in the field; successful experience teaching African American literature at the college level; ability to generate new courses to expand the department’s curricular offerings; demonstrable commitment to teaching, research, and service.
Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications will be accepted online at . Submit the following documents: cover letter; curriculum vitae; writing sample; teaching philosophy; contact information for three recommenders; and transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire). Applications submitted by November 1, 2023 will have fullest consideration.

Questions may be addressed to search committee chair, Dr. Ernest L. Gibson III (elg0036@auburn.edu)

“Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples” http://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/facultyjobs/

Posting Detail Information

Open Date
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Open Until Filled No
References required for this position? Yes
If yes, minimum number requested 3

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Location: Opelika, AL – Auburn, AL

Job date: Wed, 06 Dec 2023 04:43:52 GMT

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Assistant Professor of English (American literatures and cultural studies) https://toptechblitz.com.ng/assistant-professor-of-english-american-literatures-and-cultural-studies-2/ https://toptechblitz.com.ng/assistant-professor-of-english-american-literatures-and-cultural-studies-2/#respond Sat, 23 Dec 2023 21:14:53 +0000 https://toptechblitz.com.ng/assistant-professor-of-english-american-literatures-and-cultural-studies-2/ Job title: Assistant Professor of English (American literatures and cultural studies) Company: California State University Job description: Faculty Employment Opportunity POSITION: Assistant Professor of English: The Department of English invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. The person appointed to this position will teach in the areas of American literatures [...]

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Job title: Assistant Professor of English (American literatures and cultural studies)

Company: California State University

Job description: Faculty Employment Opportunity
POSITION: Assistant Professor of English: The Department of English invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. The person appointed to this position will teach in the areas of American literatures and cultural studies. Academic speciality may be any period, but teaching duties may span longer periods. Successful applications will demonstrate a general knowledge of American literature combined with strengths and commitments in linking local forms of cultural and literary production within histories of diasporic, ethnic, indigeneity, and/or migration studies. Other responsibilities will include academic advising of majors and service obligations to the department-including curricular development-and to the university. The department also values individuals with strengths in developing recruitment strategies, outreach for advising, and other support for student success. Effective teaching is a priority; teaching, scholarly productivity, research or creative activity, and service to the University are required for retention, promotion, and tenure. This position is contingent upon the availability of authorized funding.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A Ph. D. in Literature, English, American Studies, or a related field is required. Other minimum qualifications include evidence of effective university teaching and evidence of promise for scholarly productivity.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Strong candidates will exhibit a record of scholarship and teaching pertaining to American literature, writ large, with specializations in African-American, Asian-American, Latino/a, American Indian literature, or Literature of the Americas. As a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution, our department seeks candidates who will contribute to our commitment to diversity, social justice, and academic excellence for all of our students. Application materials should provide evidence of teaching, mentoring, or community service that supports these commitments. We especially encourage applicants who are engaged in teaching and research that addresses themes of social justice, which may include critical/theoretical models such as critical race studies, LGBTQIA+ studies, indigenous studies, or ecocriticism.

HOW TO APPLY & DEADLINE:

A complete application is required for consideration and must include:

an application letter specifically addressing the position description and qualifications

a statement of your demonstrated commitment to working with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds in addition to any other required documents as indicated above.

a statement of pedagogical philosophy.

unofficial photocopies of graduate transcripts;

a professional curriculum vitae, including the names, addresses, and contact information for three references.

Official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.

Applications from ABD candidates will be considered, but all requirements for the PhD must be completed prior to the inception of the appointment.

To apply for this position, please click the “Apply Now” button on this page.

If you have questions regarding the position, please contact:

Dr. John Wittman, Chair
Department of English
College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
California State University, Stanislaus
One University Circle Turlock, CA
email:
Phone: (209) 664-6739

This appointment begins August 19, 2024. Screening of applications will begin December 15th and will continue until the position is filled.

COMPENSATION:

Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Anticipated hiring range is $6,500 – $6,585 per month for Assistant Professor (12 monthly payments per academic year). As a member of the 23-campus CSU System, we offer an extremely competitive benefits package.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT and THE COLLEGE:

The Department of English serves more than 200 majors and offers program concentrations in secondary school teaching, TESOL, and Journalism and Professional Writing. Our Journalism program is a component part of an interdisciplinary Creative Media Studies program. The Department supports undergraduate curricula in Literature, Writing, and Humanities as well as two MA programs: Literature in English, and Writing Studies. To learn more about us, visit our department Web site: www/csustan.edu/English. The College of the Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences includes 20 departments and programs and is committed to supporting a liberal arts curriculum that broadens the mind and encourages students to become active, engaged, compassionate participants in our global society.

CAMPUS & AREA:

California State University, Stanislaus serves the San Joaquin Valley and is a critical educational resource for a six-county region of approximately 1.5 million people. The University is fully committed to creating a culture of diversity and inclusion – one in which every person in the University community feels safe to express their views without fear of reprisal. Widely recognized for its quality academic programs, the University has 10 nationally accredited programs and 662 faculty members. 94 percent of full-time faculty holds doctorates or terminal degrees in their fields. The University offers 43 undergraduate majors, 16 master’s programs, 7 post-graduate credentials, a doctorate in education and serves more than 10,000 students. New instructional facilities have been built for the unique pedagogy of professional programs, laboratory sciences and performing arts.

Stanislaus State continues to receive national recognition with its ranking as one of the best 384 colleges in the nation by The Princeton Review. The University was one of 12 public universities in the nation to be recognized by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities for demonstrating exceptional performance in retention and graduation rates. In addition, U.S. News and World Report ranks Stanislaus State in its top 10 among public universities in the West, while Washington Monthly honored Stanislaus State as the West’s No. 1 university for the money. Stanislaus State also is recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education.

CSU Stanislaus values shared governance:

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. You can learn more about federal equal employment opportunity protections by accessing the Department of Labor’s notices:

Individuals with disabling conditions who require accommodation during the recruitment process may contact the ADA Coordinator at (209) 667-3159.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. The CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. The CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California.

MANDATED REPORTER PER CANRA

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse And Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.

CLERY ACT DISCLOSURE

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the annual security report (ASR), is now available for viewing at The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Stanislaus State for the previous three years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the office of the Clery Director located at One University Circle, Turlock, CA 95382.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CLEARANCE NOTICE

The university requires a criminal and/or child abuse background check to be completed for many of its new employees, current employees seeking promotional or transfer opportunities, and current employees assigned new duties. Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. Failure to consent to any background check will disqualify an applicant from further consideration. Additionally, an applicant who fails to provide the necessary information or who provides false or misleading information may also be disqualified from further consideration. Later discovery of false or misleading information related to the background check may result in the offer of employment being withdrawn or subject the employee to disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

Advertised: Nov 28 2023 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close:

Expected salary: $6500 per month

Location: Turlock, CA

Job date: Wed, 06 Dec 2023 23:46:00 GMT

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Assistant Professor – English – African American Literature https://toptechblitz.com.ng/assistant-professor-english-african-american-literature/ https://toptechblitz.com.ng/assistant-professor-english-african-american-literature/#respond Sat, 23 Dec 2023 00:53:52 +0000 https://toptechblitz.com.ng/assistant-professor-english-african-american-literature/ Job title: Assistant Professor – English – African American Literature Company: California State University Job description: Tenure-Track Faculty Position College of Arts and Letters Position: Department of English Assistant Professor of African American Literature Starting Date: August, 2024 Minimum Qualifications: 1) An earned doctorate (Ph. D) in English or closely related discipline from an accredited [...]

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Job title: Assistant Professor – English – African American Literature

Company: California State University

Job description: Tenure-Track Faculty Position

College of Arts and Letters

Position:

Department of English

Assistant Professor of African American Literature

Starting Date:

August, 2024

Minimum Qualifications:

1) An earned doctorate (Ph. D) in English or closely related discipline from an accredited institution (or equivalent) is required. Applicants nearing completion of the doctorate (ABD) may be considered; however, the doctorate must be completed by the date of appointment (8/19/2024).

2) Evidence of successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level.

3) Evidence of scholarly activity in the field of African American Literature.

Preferred Qualifications:

1) Evidence of successful teaching experience in African American Literature.

2) Evidence of commitment to community engagement and social justice.

3) Evidence of secondary interests in one or more of the following fields: creative writing, critical race theory, gender and sexuality studies, transatlantic studies.

Duties:

The primary professional responsibilities of instructional faculty members are: teaching, research, scholarship and/or creative activity, and service to the University, profession and to the community. These responsibilities generally include: advising students, participation in campus and system-wide committees, maintaining office hours, working collaboratively and productively with colleagues, and participation in traditional academic functions.

The successful candidate will have opportunities to contribute to the department’s Engaged English initiative; will teach lower-division, upper-division, and graduate courses in the department; and will design new courses in their area of expertise. We seek a colleague committed to exploring the intersections of scholarly work, lived experience, and community engagement.

The successful candidate will be committed to the academic success of all of our students and to an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates diversity and differences. To this end, the successful candidate will work effectively, respectfully, and collaboratively in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings. In addition, the successful candidate will be ready to join faculty, staff, students, and administrators in our University’s shared commitment to the principles of engagement, service, and the public good.

Salary:

Initial salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience (anticipated hiring range: $81,432 – $84,372 annually).

The University:

California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is one of 23 campuses within the California State University system. The University is the premier comprehensive public university in the heart of Los Angeles. Cal State LA is ranked number one in the U.S. for the upward mobility of its students, and is dedicated to engagement, service, and the public good. We offer nationally recognized programs in science, the arts, business, criminal justice, engineering, nursing, education, ethnic studies, and the humanities. Our faculty have a strong commitment to scholarship, research, creative pursuits, community engagement, and service.

Our 240,000 alumni reflect the City and County’s dynamic mix of populations. The University has one of the most diverse student populations of any college or university in the nation. As a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, and Asian-American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, Cal State LA recognizes the transformative power of education and embraces its duty to identify and serve the needs of all of its students. The University is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live, work and learn in an atmosphere of civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual.

The College:

The Cal State LA College of Arts & Letters transforms lives and sustains thriving communities and cultures. We develop and amplify our students’ unique talents, diverse life experiences, and intellects through the study and practice of the Arts and Humanities so that they can tell meaningful stories, forge their professional pathways, and inspire their communities. Our ten departments (Art; Communication Studies; English; Liberal Studies; Modern Languages and Literatures; Music; Philosophy; Television, Film & Media Studies; Theatre and Dance; and Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies) include programs that lead to Bachelor and Master of Arts degrees, Bachelor and Master of Music degrees, and Master of Fine Arts degrees. The College of Arts & Letters also fosters interdisciplinary work that impacts the campus and its communities through entities such as the American Communities Program, the Center for Contemporary Poetry and Poetics, the Center for the Study of Genders and Sexualities, and the Prison Graduation Initiative.

The Department:

The English Department at California State University, Los Angeles, cultivates students’ imaginations and critical skills through the intensive study of literature and language. Drawing on the richness of L.A.’s geographical and cultural context, the department equips students to see the study of literature and language as both personally enriching and publicly meaningful within their own local and global communities.

Required Documentation:

Please submit the following to the Search Committee Chair as part of the online application at the Apply link listed below:

1) a cover letter specifically addressing minimum and preferred qualifications.

2) a narrative statement describing your commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students in a multicultural/multiethnic urban campus environment with a substantial population of students who are among the first-generation of their family to attend a college or university.

3) a curriculum vitae.

Candidates invited for a semifinalist interview will be required to submit the following prior to the scheduled semi-finalist interview (no exceptions):

1) Two current letters of recommendation

2) A writing sample, not to exceed 20 pages, demonstrating the candidate’s recent research interests in the field of African American Literature.

Finalists will be required to submit:

*Official transcripts.

Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

*A United States (US) Equivalency certification is required for earned/awarded/conferred foreign terminal degrees. The US Equivalency certification is used to validate foreign studies by an academic credential evaluation agency and is evaluated on foreign studies and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. The certification must translate the information in English, and confirm that your highest terminal degree is US Equivalent to a US terminal degree (i.e., Master’s, Doctorate’s, Doctor’s of Philosophy).

Application:

Deadline: For full consideration, complete applications must be submitted by November 3, 2023. Applications received after the deadline may be considered.

To apply: please click the Apply Now icon on this page or visit Tenured/Tenure Track Faculty Positions or .

Please address all questions to the search committee chair, Dr. Maria Karafilis, at .

Note: The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Beginning January 1, 2022, campuses may not hire or reappoint an Employee to perform CSU-related work outside of California. Requests for exceptions are very limited based on CSU Policy and must have prior written approval from the University President.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, Cal State LA is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live, work and learn in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, disability, disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran status.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/TITLE IX EMPLOYER

Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause undue hardship.

Advertised: Oct 03 2023 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:

Expected salary: $81432 per year

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Job date: Thu, 07 Dec 2023 00:08:11 GMT

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Assistant Professor, Institute of Feminist and Gender Studies https://toptechblitz.com.ng/assistant-professor-institute-of-feminist-and-gender-studies/ https://toptechblitz.com.ng/assistant-professor-institute-of-feminist-and-gender-studies/#respond Fri, 22 Dec 2023 20:55:51 +0000 https://toptechblitz.com.ng/assistant-professor-institute-of-feminist-and-gender-studies/ Job title: Assistant Professor, Institute of Feminist and Gender Studies Company: University of Ottawa Job description: Job Family: Academic Leadership and Faculty Union affiliation: APUO Faculty/Department: Institute of Feminist and Gender Studies_FT Campus: Main Campus Date Posted: November 10, 2023 Closing Date: Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to [...]

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Job title: Assistant Professor, Institute of Feminist and Gender Studies

Company: University of Ottawa

Job description: Job Family: Academic Leadership and Faculty

Union affiliation:

APUO

Faculty/Department: Institute of Feminist and Gender Studies_FT

Campus: Main Campus

Date Posted: November 10, 2023

Closing Date:

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above

The Institute of Feminist and Gender Studies of the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Ottawa is located on the unceded territory of the Anishinabeg Algonquin Nation.

The Institute is seeking to fill a regular faculty position that focuses on contemporary Indigenous issues, preferably related to one or more of the following: Indigenous resistance and/or resurgence; two-spirit and queer studies; decolonial and anti-colonial critiques; and/or transnational perspectives.

Invitation from the current Director of the Institute

Kwey! I am Phyllis L. F. Rippey the director of the Institute of Feminist and Gender Studies, a sociologist by training, and a settler-immigrant to Canada, born in the United States, where my ancestors were settlers from Western Europe. The University, the Faculty of Social Sciences, and the Institute are committed to supporting and honoring the needs of Indigenous professors as outlined in the Indigenous Action Plan for uOttawa, including recognition in our collective agreement of Indigenous ways of knowing and doing research, flexibility in working conditions to support community engagement, formal Decolonization and Indigenizing Committees, numerous Indigenous partnerships, supports from our Indigenous Education Advisors, and many informal relationships between and among Indigenous and settler members of our community. I invite you to apply and share with us who you are.

Preferential Hiring of Indigenous Candidates

The hiring for this position will be done in accordance with the University’s , which seeks to remedy the under-representation of Indigenous faculty members. As a restricted hiring opportunity, and as provided in the provisions for a special program described by the Ontario Human Rights Commission, applicants must demonstrate in their application materials that they are eligible to be included in the category of Indigenous persons and will be asked to complete a confidential questionnaire at the time of submitting an application.

Title of the Position: Assistant Professor or if applicable, Associate Professor

Duties: The responsibilities of this position include teaching courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, supervision of graduate students, and a sustained commitment to research and community service. The successful candidate will be a key resource for the development of Indigenous knowledge. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a strong research program and/or potential, and a commitment to participating in the administrative activities of the unit and the Faculty. Research, as defined in Article 20 of the Association of Professors of the University of Ottawa (APUO) Collective Agreement includes, among other activities, work carried out using traditional/Indigenous knowledge and the practical applications or dissemination of such research generally, or specifically through engagement with Indigenous communities.

Bilingualism: As the University of Ottawa offers programs in both English and French, all faculty members in the Faculty of Social Sciences must demonstrate bilingualism before being granted tenure. Potential candidates who are not bilingual (French-English) at time of application should not hesitate to apply: the University offers faculty members and their spouse the opportunity to take courses to improve their second official language competencies.

Start date: July 1, 2024

Salary: As of May 1, 2023, the salary range for a Lecturer starts at $73,316, an Assistant Professor at $89,622, and an Associate Professor at $98,999.

Benefits: The University of Ottawa offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes long-term disability, group basic life insurance, extended health care, the University of Ottawa Pension Plan and optional life insurance as well as relocation expenses.

Location of work: Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Ottawa, 120 University Private, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5

Required Skills:

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:

  • A PhD in Indigenous Studies, Gender and Women’s Studies, or a related field. Candidates who are close to completing a Ph.D. will be considered.
  • Expertise in one (or more) of the following areas: Indigenous resistance and/or resurgence; two-spirit and queer studies; decolonial and anti-colonial critiques; and/or transnational perspectives
  • Demonstration of an established and innovative research program, or one that demonstrates potential for excellence through a record of refereed publications or other forms of knowledge mobilization.
  • The ability, or potential, to raise external funds and/or to develop co-creative projects with non-academic communities, organizations or other stakeholders.
  • Preference will be given to applicants whose research and teaching praxes reflect an existing and ongoing relationship to legally recognized and inherent Indigenous nations, communities and/or organizations (non-profit, health and wellness, educational sectors, etc.), or artistic and heritage organizations (museums, galleries, theatre, etc.).

Application Deadline: Applications received by December 20, 2023, will be given full consideration, the position will remain open until filled.

Applications should be submitted electronically through the University of Ottawa Academic Careers website.

Applications should include:

1) a letter of application describing the applicant’s qualifications for the position;

2) a curriculum vitae

3) one sample publication;

4) one or more sample(s) of course outlines;

5) evidence demonstrating eligibility to be included in the category of Indigenous persons;

6) four (4) confidential letters of recommendation sent directly by the referees to the Director :

a) Three (3) academic references

b) One (1) letter of recommendation from a member of a recognized community, a community or organization with whom the applicant has worked, attesting to their adherence to Indigenous protocols around research methods and praxes;

OR

One (1) letter of recommendation from a traditional knowledge keeper or community leader/member with whom the candidate has worked attesting to the candidate’s experience of teaching and researching Indigenous education in partnership with the community.

Reference letters and any questions should be sent directly to:

Phyllis L. F. Rippey
Director, Institute of Feminist and Gender Studies
University of Ottawa

Successful candidates will be invited to present their research to faculty and students (this presentation will most likely be done using video-conferencing technology).

To learn more about us, please visit our .

The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty. Accordingly, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minorities members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse, and inclusive communities. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups are asked to complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire, to be completed at the time of application.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application, please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada

The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process, please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations by email at . Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language.

Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 – Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.

Expected salary: $73316 per year

Location: Canada

Job date: Sat, 11 Nov 2023 04:12:19 GMT

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