Akita International University, Division of Academic Human Resources
Full-time, Tenure-Track Faculty Positions in US History and Sociology
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Japan |
Position: | Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Full Professor, Lecturer, Tenure Track Faculty |
Akita International University (AIU)
Full-time, Tenure-Track Faculty Positions in
International Liberal Arts, Global Studies Program
(1) US History, (2) Sociology
The Faculty of International Liberal Arts invites applications for positions in Global Studies specializing in (1) US History and (2) Sociology to be appointed at the Lecturer, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level, beginning January 1, 2016 or April 1, 2016.
Akita International University was founded in 2004 as the first public university corporation in Japan. The university offers an all English-medium education in international liberal arts designed to prepare its students for responsible leadership in a globalized age. Located in Akita, Japan, the school operates on a semester calendar with an intensive winter program between semesters. All AIU students must spend one full academic year studying abroad, and each year, roughly one quarter of its students are from one of the school’s 174 exchange partner institutions. In all, the university serves about 900 undergraduates and approximately 60 graduate students. For more details about the school, visit the website at http://web.aiu.ac.jp/en/.
The Global Studies Program (GS) is an issues-oriented, interdisciplinary program studying about various global and regional issues from the perspectives of political science, international relations, history, sociology, law and other relevant disciplines. GS is searching for vibrant candidates with a passion for, and record of achievement as well as promise in, classroom teaching and scholarly research. The successful applicants will teach approximately 18 credits (most typically six 3-credit courses) per year, including courses in the program’s seminar system. We seek candidates who possess the ability to foster disciplined inquiry and discussion among a very diverse student population on a wide range of related issues. Additionally, as a small international liberal arts college, AIU seeks to foster close collaboration with colleagues across the range of the university’s programs.
The position in US History involves teaching courses in the following subject areas.
• Before and after the Civil War
• Political History
• Social and Cultural History
• Issues of current relevance in the US from a historical perspective
The position in Sociology involves teaching courses in the following subject areas.
• Urban Sociology
• Development and Social Change
• Issues of relevance in the globalized world from a sociological perspective including sociology of health, sociology of family, sociology of environment and other areas.
Please note that all courses are taught in English at AIU.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION:
• The Selection Committee seeks applications from those who possess a doctorate degree (or equivalent) in a related field
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Teaching experience at the university level
• Scholarly achievement as evidenced in conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications
• Experience working in multi-cultural and multi-ethnic environments (desired)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Teach undergraduate courses in the areas indicated above. Specific teaching assignments will be determined in consultation with the program supervisor and in consideration of the successful candidates’ specific areas of expertise.
• Advise individual undergraduate students
• Engage in scholarly activities leading to presentation and publication
• Participate in service to the university, program, and community
• Collaborate with faculty and staff on program development
APPOINTMENT:
The initial appointment is based on a three-year, fixed-term contract. The contract is renewable up to two times, and tenure is possible. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Generous benefits are also included as part of the remuneration, including partial housing allowance, health insurance, and a research fund allowance.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
To be considered for the position, please complete the on-line application form and upload the following documents through the URL below.
AIU Jobs and Vacancies: http://web.aiu.ac.jp/global/gs2016
• Letter of application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Copies of up to three recent publications
• Statements of
o Research interests
o Teaching philosophy and interests
• Names and contact information of three current references.
Screening of applicants will begin on September 1, 2015, but applications will be accepted until the position has been filled. After the initial screening, some candidates may be contacted via Skype. Short-listed candidates will then be invited to AIU for an interview, a teaching demonstration, and a chance to see the campus and the community.
Documents submitted in support of your application will only be used for the purpose of making a selection decision. Unfortunately, we are unable to return documents submitted as part of this process.
Contact: |
GS Faculty Search Committee |
Website: | http://web.aiu.ac.jp/en/ |
Primary Category: | American History / Studies |
Secondary Categories: | Sociology |
Posting Date: | 07/23/2015 |
Closing Date | 09/01/2015 |