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Lecturer of Philosophy and Humanities
The University of New Hampshire at Manchester (UNH Manchester) invites applications for a Lecturer of Philosophy and Humanities in the Division of Humanities. This is a non-tenure-track appointment with a one academic-year renewable contract to begin fall 2012.
UNH Manchester, the University’s urban, commuter campus, serves New Hampshire’s largest, most diverse, and rapidly growing community. The College actively creates and nurtures a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with a mutual respect and shared spirit of inquiry. For more information about UNH Manchester, please visit: http://www.manchester.unh.edu.
We are seeking highly qualified candidates with demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate courses in philosophy and in the Humanities. Applicants should possess at least a master's degree in philosophy and/or relevant interdisciplinary studies by the time of application. A doctorate in philosophy and/or relevant interdisciplinary studies is preferred.
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate philosophy and interdisciplinary humanities courses; program development of the Humanities Major; advising and mentoring students; serving on college and university committees; and serving the community of educators, and professionals in philosophy and interdisciplinary studies. Summer teaching appointments are available.
Instructional responsibilities include teaching the following courses in the Humanities program: Interdisciplinary Humanities (introductory and upper division offerings), Social and Political Philosophy and Logic. Other courses based on the candidate's area of specialization may also be available. A typical teaching load is three 4-credit courses per semester.
Send application letter, cv, graduate transcripts (official or unofficial), evidence of teaching effectiveness, a statement of teaching philosophy, and a list of references (PDF format) to: Elizabeth Lathrop, Human Resources Specialist-Recruitment, elizabeth.lathrop@unh.edu.
Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2012 and continue until the position is filled. Background check may be required prior to employment.
The University of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. The University seeks excellence through diversity among its administrators, faculty, staff, and students. The university prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or marital status. Application by members of all underrepresented groups is encouraged
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THE
UNIVERSITY of LOUISVILLE
invites
applications for a Senior Professor of Global Humanities, with
tenure, who will also serve as Director of the Humanities Ph.D. program,
beginning July 1, 2012.
Preferred
Qualifications
The program
seeks a scholar with a distinguished record of teaching and research.
Expertise may include but should expand beyond the United States and Western
Europe. While candidates may be based in a traditional discipline, the
program is searching particularly for scholars who work from an interdisciplinary,
international, and/or comparative perspective. Administrative experience
is a plus.
All applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and a list of three references with contact information through the University of Louisville's on-line portal at www.highereddecisions.com . Three letters of recommendation should be sent as e-mail attachments directly from your references to Lisa Schonburg (lkscho01@louisville.edu). For priority consideration, please apply by November 15, 2011. For questions, contact Lisa Schonburg by e-mail or at 502-852-3887). Apply Here: http://www.click2apply.net/bh99zj8
The University of Louisville is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity and, in that spirit, seeks applications from a broad variety of candidates.
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LONE
STAR COLLEGE - North Harris Lone Star College-
North Harris,
nestled on 200 acres of piney woods, is the original and largest college
in the Lone Star College System. Serving the community for more than three
decades, LSC-North Harris offers more than 60 programs of study, including
university-transfer and numerous education courses and programs. LSC-North
Harris is keenly focused on leading-edge technology in emerging technical
job fields. We invite you to learn more about us at www.lonestar.edu.
Position
Summary
Provides learning
activities and support that leads to student achievement of course objectives
and contributes to the educational environment of the Lone Star College System
and community. Responsibilities include learning facilitation, personal and
professional development, and institutional and community service.
Job
Function
1. Teaches humanities
classes; times, locations and formats may vary.
2. Coaches and assists
the forensics team, including weekend travel to tournaments and judging.
3. Serves as college
representative to the Humanities curriculum team.
4. Submits required
college reports and forms.
5. Develops and utilizes
a course syllabus for each course following established institutional guidelines.
6. Advises students
in academic matters and serves on college and system committees as required.
7. Provides timely,
quality access to students through posted office hours, electronic communication
and other appropriate methods.
8. Continuously improves
instructional quality by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies,
techniques, and delivery methods, including collaborative learning, learning
communities, service learning, instructional technology, and online education.
9. Evaluates students
by a variety of means to measure their progress in achieving course objectives
and informs them in a timely manner of their progress.
10. Maintains professional
relationships with students, colleagues and the community.
11. Creates and meets
institutional service and professional development goals in collaboration
with Dean.
12. Responsible for
other reasonable, related duties as assigned.
Required
Qualifications
A Master's degree in
Humanities, Liberal Arts, Art History, or a Master's degree with a minimum
of eighteen graduate semester hours from any one or combination of the following
areas: Philosophy, English Literature, Arts, History, and Humanities. Graduate
hours in Speech or Foreign Languages would not be appropriate. A Master's
in Classical Studies is appropriate. "Arts" is limited to an MFA or a minimum
of 15 of the 18 graduate hours in non-performance arts.
LSC-Online certification
or a commitment to obtain certification through Lone Star College System within
12 months of employment
Preferred
Qualifications:
Community college teaching
experience
Recent and successful
experience in coaching a forensics program
Knowledge
Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated mastery
of course content.
Sensitivity to and
understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability,
and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Effective oral and
written communication skills.
Hiring
Range
Salary is commensurate
with education and qualifications. This is a full-time position with a 10.5
month work schedule. Position begins in Spring 2012.
Work
Schedule
Courses are taught
at a variety of times and locations in response to student and institutional
needs.
Benefits
Statement
By joining our top
notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization recognized
for the 2nd year in a row as a "Great College To Work For". We offer a supportive,
collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, full comprehensive
and competitive benefits package, wellness program, professional development
opportunities, sabbatical opportunities and more
Application Process
ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ON-LINE
To learn of all available opportunities go to: www.lonestar.edu. Search by keyword or click the "Advanced Search" link to search by keyword or Job Opening ID (ID# 4458) .
Application materials are not accepted via fax, e-mail, mail or hand delivery. Normally there is no contact with applicants unless they are selected for interview.
General questions or reports of technical issues with the on-line application may be directed to: Maria.H.Anderson@LoneStar.edu (Recruiting Manager).
All positions are subject to a criminal background check. EEO Employer.
