University of Missouri - Columbia, History
Arvarh E. Strickland Distinguished Professorship in African American History and Culture
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Missouri, United States |
Position: | Associate Professor, Full Professor |
The Departments of History and Black Studies at the University of Missouri invite applications for an endowed Professorship in African American History and Culture, to be jointly appointed. We prefer to hire at the rank of Full Professor, but will also consider applications from highly qualified Associates.
In 1969, Arvarh E. Strickland became the first tenured African American faculty member at the University of Missouri when he joined the History Department. He later served as Department Chair, Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs for the University of Missouri System, and Special Assistant to the University Chancellor. He was also instrumental in the development of the Black Studies Program at MU, twice serving as Program Director. He was a popular teacher who worked to encourage the recruitment of more black faculty, staff, administrators, and students. After his retirement in 1996, his students, colleagues, friends, and family raised money to endow a Professorship in African American History and Black Studies that would honor his legacy. The first Strickland Professor was appointed in 1999.
The successful candidate for this endowed professorship shall have a track record of distinguished scholarship and committed teaching in the area of African American History (which can include African Diaspora) and Black Studies; a commitment to lecturing nationally and internationally to academic and lay audiences on the problems of race and society; and be prepared to play a leadership role in program development and in providing a presence that will continue to influence MU’s success rate in the recruitment of black faculty and students. He or she will be expected to teach four courses per year (two in each department), consisting of undergraduate courses and graduate seminars. The particular sub-field and time period are open.
We will begin reviewing applications on November 1, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, please apply online at http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/academic/index.php. Merge your CV with a letter of application outlining your experience and interests in the areas of research, teaching, outreach, and program building in the “attachments” position of the online application system. Please also provide contact information for three professional references (this may also be uploaded in the “attachments” section of the application system.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence.
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility & ADA Education at 573-882-5835.
Contact: |
Questions about this position may be directed to Dr. Catherine E. Rymph, Search Committee Chair and Associate Professor of History at rymphc@missouri.edu. |
Website: | http://http//history.missouri.edu |
Primary Category: | African American History / Studies |
Secondary Categories: | None |
Posting Date: | 10/06/2016 |
Closing Date | 01/04/2017 |