University of Wisconsin at Platteville, Social Sciences / History
Assistant Professor, Modern Russia and Central Asia
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Wisconsin, United States |
Position: | Assistant Professor |
Modern Russia and Central Asia. The University of Wisconsin-Platteville invites applications for a tenure track position as Assistant Professor of History beginning fall 2014. Specialization in Modern Russia, with additional area of focus in Central Asia (preferred) or East Asia, is required. A Ph.D. in history by August 31, 2014, is required. The successful candidate will be able to teach “World Civilization II” (HIST 1020). Applicants must have a strong commitment to undergraduate education and present evidence of excellent teaching. In addition, the applicant must have demonstrably strong skills in oral and written communication. The successful candidate will also be expected to participate in scholarly activities, provide academic advising to students, and participate in department, college, and university service. The typical teaching load is twelve credits per semester. Review of applications will begin December 13, 2013, and will continue until the position is filled.
Interested persons should apply through the UW—System Careers portal: https://www.careers.wisconsin.edu/psc/careers/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?SiteId=10. Please select Job ID 9308 and submit as email attachments: (1) a letter of application addressing all qualifications; (2) a current c.v.; (3) a one-page summary of their teaching philosophy; (4) graduate transcripts (unofficial are acceptable, with official transcripts required of all finalists); (5) evidence of teaching effectiveness, including teaching evaluations; (6) a separate statement describing a history of working with, or demonstrated commitment to, issues of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and/or other issues of historic marginalization; and 7) three current letters of recommendation (at least two of which address teaching effectiveness).
Contact Adam Stanley, Chair, Search and Screen Committee, with questions: stanleya@uwplatt.edu.
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, enrolls about 8,000 students in 42 baccalaureate and 6 master's programs. It possesses institutional strengths in middle level education, engineering, industrial technology, agriculture, criminal justice and business. The campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest and most historic community. The region offers excellent school systems, high quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville is a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin. The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse, inclusive and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff and students, and is an AA/EEO Employer. The names of nominees and applicants who have not requested in writing that their identities be kept confidential, and of all finalists, will be released upon request. Employment will require a criminal background check. In compliance with the Clery Act of 1998, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Crime Statistics Report is available at http://www.uwplatt.edu/university/documents/student_policies/safety.html#crime_statistics
Call the UW-Platteville Campus Police Office at 608-342-1584 for a paper copy of the annual report.
Contact: |
Adam Stanley
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Website: | www.uwplatt.edu |
Primary Category: | Russian or Soviet History / Studies |
Secondary Categories: | Asian History / Studies European History / Studies World History / Studies |
Posting Date: | 11/11/2013 |
Closing Date | 02/09/2014 |