University of New Mexico, Honors College
Assistant Professor, Humanities
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | New Mexico, United States |
Position: | Assistant Professor |
Assistant Professor
Honors College
The University of New Mexico
The University of New Mexico Honors College invites applications for an Assistant Professor, probationary appointment leading to a tenure decision in the Honors College. This position will include the responsibilities of administrating programs and teaching associated courses for Scribendi, a regional student publication of art and literature. The faculty member is expected to teach a minimum of two courses per semester, mentor students, and participate in other activities of the Honors College. The Honors College is a university-wide, undergraduate, interdisciplinary program offering special academic opportunities to high-achieving, highly motivated students from all UNM colleges and schools through an active learning (seminar/tutorial) approach. We seek faculty with a student-centered philosophy, innovative ideas, and strong mentorship skills who are engaged in creative, experimental teaching. In addition, applicants must demonstrate a record of scholarship and strong interpersonal skills. Tenure and promotion decisions are based on teaching, research, and service to be determined at the time of hire.
Minimum Qualifications: 1) Applicants must have an M.F.A. or Ph.D. in hand by the appointment starting date; 2) M.F.A/ Ph. D. earned in the Humanities , Creative Writing, Professional Writing, or closely related interdisciplinary field; 3) Record of teaching experience; 4) Record of scholarly work appropriate for entry level faculty; 4) Prior experience with small press publications in an editorial and/or administrative position.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience using professional publication software (such as Adobe InDesign or QuarkXPress);
- Record of or potential for developing written materials and images in online or digital formats (such as Web 2.0 applications, websites, blogs, wikis, etc.);
- Experience in an Honors program;
- Demonstrated experience teaching publication skills (copyediting, graphic design, desktop publishing software, etc.)
- Demonstrated scholarly interests, teaching background, or prior academic degree in an interdisciplinary field;
- Demonstrated experience with innovative curriculum, program development, international study programs, or community-centered learning;
- Excellent interpersonal skills;
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collegial environment.
Salary and Appointment Status: The salary range is between $65,000 and 68,000commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position is available beginning August 12, 2013. The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and educator committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. UNM is a Department of Education Minority Serving Institution.
Applications: Applications must submitted no later than November 12, 2012. To apply, please visit this website: http://unmjobs.unm.eduand reference Posting Number 0817656. All application materials must be attached to the UNM Jobs application and shall include: 1) a letter of interest that addresses the applicant’s experience and qualifications; 2) a curriculum vita; 3) a teaching portfolio of 5-10 pages (to include, for example, sample syllabi, assignments, teaching evaluation outcomes); 4) a portfolio representing the applicant’s small press publication work; 5) and a list of four references with complete contact information. NO FAXES, HARD COPIES, OR EMAIL APPLICATION MATERIALS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Queries may be directed to: Dr. Leslie Donovan, Search Committee Chair, ldonovan@unm.edu, or Dr. Rosalie Otero, Director, otero@unm.edu; phone: (505) 277-4211.
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Applications: Applications must submitted no later than November 12, 2012. To apply, please visit this website: http://unmjobs.unm.eduand reference Posting Number 0817656. All application materials must be attached to the UNM Jobs application and shall include: 1) a letter of interest that addresses the applicant’s experience and qualifications; 2) a curriculum vita; 3) a teaching portfolio of 5-10 pages (to include, for example, sample syllabi, assignments, teaching evaluation outcomes); 4) a portfolio representing the applicant’s small press publication work; 5) and a list of four references with complete contact information. NO FAXES, HARD COPIES, OR EMAIL APPLICATION MATERIALS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Queries may be directed to: Dr. Leslie Donovan, Search Committee Chair, ldonovan@unm.edu, or Dr. Rosalie Otero, Director, otero@unm.edu; phone: (505) 277-4211. |
Website: | http://www.unm.edu/~honors/ |
Primary Category: | Humanities |
Secondary Categories: | None |
Posting Date: | 10/01/2012 |
Closing Date | 11/12/2012 |