University of Michigan Market Title:  Donor Relations Director (103463) Working Title:  Director of Stewardship Programs Office of University Development Reports to: Assistant Vice President for Development Supervises directly:3 professional staff Supervises indirectly:  2 professional, 1 support staff Position summary: The Director of Stewardship Programs is the University’s senior stewardship specialist, responsible for developing standards, procedures, and tools that enable a community of decentralized fund-raising units to act with consistency and to effectively coordinate acknowledgement, recognition, and reporting activities so that the donor’s experience with U-M is of the highest quality and as consistent as possible. In addition, the director will also serve as personal steward and/or executive liaison with VIP donors requiring special handling. Characteristic duties and responsibilities: 80% Leadership of U-M Stewardship Program Provides strategic direction to a comprehensive stewardship function, including gift receipting, gift acknowledgment, donor recognition, and stewardship reporting. Evaluates effectiveness, quality, and efficiency of all aspects of stewardship programs on an ongoing basis with an eye for opportunities for quality enhancement of the donor experience at U-M. Ensures appropriate level of product development to support overall stewardship of donors and their contributions.  This includes development of processes and products that support individual school, college, and unit stewardship efforts as well as those that are implemented across the institution. Develops standards and guidelines for university-wide donor stewardship practices and ensures their communication and implementation, including OUD infrastructure to support that implementation. Collaborates with leadership of other OUD and U-M department, such as Development Services, OUD Talent Management and Financial Administration, and U-M Financial Operations to ensure systems and tools are in place to support outstanding stewardship practices. Oversees creation and quality control of OUD communications that support comprehensive gift receipting, acknowledgement and stewardship reporting.    Working with fundraising officers at all gift levels, designs targeted programs that support particular objectives, e.g. individualized VIP stewardship plans, financial and narrative reporting for endowed funds, marketing programs to promote increased or consistent giving, recognition events, etc.  Co-chairs a regular forum of stewardship specialists with Director of Individual Stewardship, for discussion of strategy and sharing of best practices across 40+ individual fund-raising units.   Serves as a senior ombudsman and liaison for University executives or donors whose questions require investigation into financial or data management matters.  Serves as an expert resource for other university staff regarding practices for high-quality stewardship of donors, alumni, and friends, including presentations, training, and consultation. 20% Staff Management Provides leadership and supervision to Stewardship Department staff, including hiring, performance evaluation, and coaching for performance. Ensures appropriate delegation of responsibilities and projects to other staff. Assists in the skill and development of other Stewardship Department staff. Perform other duties as assigned. Preferred qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience. • 7 – 10 years experience in a fund-raising, public relations, or senior customer service position, preferably in higher education or other large, complex institution. • Demonstrated leadership ability to develop strategic plans, implement programs, organize, initiate, and motivate. • Demonstrated ability to plan and implement programs in collaboration with other managers.    • Strong management skills and proven ability to lead a team of individuals towards a common goal. • Sound organizational ability; a high degree of energy, creativity and initiative; the ability to project the unique aims and values of the University of Michigan to its donors and alumni. • Intellectual curiosity, creativity, and excellent interpersonal communication skills. • Discretion and an ability to interact with high-level donors. • Skilled with personal computers, Microsoft office software programs, and databases. Market Title: Annual Giving Programs Intermediate Manager (101328) Working Title: Initiative Project Manager, Annual Giving        Annual Giving Office of University Development Reports to: Annual Giving, Senior Associate Director Marketing and Strategic Planning Supervises directly: N/A *This is a term limited position, ending two years from date of hire. Position Summary: This position is part of University Annual Giving (uAG) in the Office of University Development (OUD).  This position is dedicated to combining in thought and implementation the existing Recent Grad Giving Initiative with the developing Student Giving Initiative both of which are Provost supported.  The Initiative Project Manager is responsible for the successful and timely execution and implementation of both and is vital in the creation of the Student Giving Initiative.  This position works directly with the Senior Associate Director of Marketing and Strategic Planning in informing and identifying the tactical needs and goals and is then held accountable for achieving them by building collaborative and meaningful relationships with campus stakeholders and other OUD partners.  Particularly imperative is the partnership with the Assistant Director of Student Philanthropy ensuring that all strategic and tactical activities in Student and Recent Grad Giving align and support the philanthropic educational and outreach priorities of the institution.   uAG Vision: The vision of AG is to serve the University of Michigan, its schools, colleges, and units with the highest level of expertise and insight in our field. uAG Mission: Our mission is to maximize private support and alumni participation thus fulfilling the objectives of the University of Michigan by championing the donor’s interests and providing Annual Giving leadership through the facilitation of a productive, collaborative environment with our constituents. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities: Strategy and Program Construction:   35% Works with the Senior Associate Director of Marketing and Strategic Planning to develop yearly marketing plans, imbuing the strategy with informed experiences and peer learnings Responsible for the successful execution of all programmatic and tactical giving efforts – from supporting the 5th Year Reunion to creating and sustaining the New Alumni Welcome Packet Supports the Assistant Director of Student Philanthropy with campus stakeholder integration efforts for educational outreach including the Philanthropic Tours, Admissions scripting and overall U-M Ambassadors program Builds relationships across campus to research and create opportunities for a comprehensive U-Wide Student Giving program Reports on and represents Student Giving Initiative success      Senior Writer Communications and Donor Relations Office of University Development Reports to: Senior Director, Executive Communications Position summary: The Senior Writer strategically develops and produces a variety of communications materials to support the University’s fundraising activities. This position oversees the creation of development publications, including content selection, story assignments for staff and freelancers, reporting and writing, editing as well as interaction with designers and photographers.  The senior writer also writes/edits copy for the giving website, annual giving appeals, fundraising proposals, presentations, event invitations and related collateral.  The position requires an ability to adapt to a variety of assignments and work independently with limited direction on multiple projects simultaneously. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities: Talking points and briefs on related University-wide development initiatives; Invitations, collateral and scripting for development events; Annual giving letters and appeals; Case statements and gift proposals; Copy for the Giving website. Serve as editor of the Difference, a tabloid development publication. This includes collaboration with gift officers to generate story ideas, providing direction for writers, designers and photographers as well as interviewing, writing, and editing. The position also demands close work with our department’s production manager.  Perform other duties as requested, including gift acknowledgement letters, photo searches, etc. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English, public relations and marketing or similar discipline. First-class writing skills. Strong interviewing skills. Meticulous attention to detail. Minimum five years of experience in professional writing and editing. Ability to meet multiple deadlines. Ability to work with limited direction.  Strong interviewing skills. Ability to work independently and take the lead on projects, but also able to work effectively as part of a team. Ability to work with diverse University constituencies. An understanding of the University and/or higher education is helpful as is experience with fundraising. Skill at conveying complex material thoughtful, clearly and persuasively. Market Title:  Major Gifts Officer Intermediate Working Title: Associate Director of Major Gifts, Western and Mid-Michigan Region  Major Gifts Office of University Development Reports to: Director of Major Gifts, Western and Mid-Michigan Region Supervises directly:Shared Administrative Support of Senior Development Assistant Position summary: The Associate Director of Major Gifts’ primary responsibility is the identification, cultivation and solicitation of individual prospects that live within a defined territory (the state of Michigan excluding the Greater Detroit area) and are capable of making gift commitments of $100,000 or more.  The Associate Director of Major Gifts focuses on growing the pipeline of major gift donors in the region and assists the Director in overall budgeting, planning and program management.  Frequent travel is required. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities: • Advance individual relationships that result in philanthropic contributions: • Identify, qualify, and manage a portfolio of approximately 200 prospects with capacity to make gifts of $100,000 and more. • Conduct 15-20 personal visits with prospects and donors per month, and participate in at least 25 solicitations per year.   • Gather data, assess prospects, and develop strategies designed to realize the current and life-time giving potential of individual prospects. • Collaborate with development colleagues across campus to ensure consistent and appropriate contact, facilitate or make solicitations, and ensure effective stewardship • Develop and maintain an astute awareness of social, business, and philanthropic cultures within the West and Mid-Michigan region.  Serves as a liaison to the region for the campus community by attending regional events and approximately two Alumni Club activities per year • Gain a comprehensive understanding of the priorities of the University in order to make a persuasive verbal and written case for supporting key programs and projects, effectively matching the interests of prospects to specific University needs. • Develop materials used by Deans, Directors, Vice Presidents, the Provost and the President for meetings, visits or individual contacts • Responsible for providing fund raising support to major gift officers at individual Schools, Colleges and Units, meet regularly with colleagues across campus to coordinate and execute strategies, and use experience and knowledge to resolve conflicts and build consensus.   • Assist the Director with managing the West and Mid-Michigan regional major gifts committees in Washtenaw County, Grand Rapids and other volunteer committees that may be developed over time.  Responsibilities include developing communications, designing meeting content, preparing materials, coordinating activity with campus colleagues, and directing volunteer assignments.  • Serve as an active team member in the development and implementation of the team’s short-term and long-term planning objectives.  Also partake in the larger Major Gift department’s goals and tactics by attending retreats, staff meetings, serving on special task forces, and understanding the University’s broader development vision.   • Work closely with Annual Giving, Parents and Families, and Reunion Giving colleagues to identify and cultivate prospects who have the capacity to move to a major gift strategy. • Work closely with Planned Giving colleagues to close planned gifts to the University with an understanding of the principals and techniques associated with planned giving and financial and estate planning • Gather, record and properly store information about prospects and donors utilizing DAC, the University’s donor and alumni tracking database • Perform other duties as required or assigned. Preferred Qualifications: • A baccalaureate degree is required. • A minimum of 1-3 years of significant major gift fundraising experience and/or relevant experience in sales and marketing, or other related fields is preferred.  Higher education and familiarity with specified geographic territory is preferred.   • Proven experience in working with five and six-figure gifts or sales and marketing accounts, including the ability to evaluate, qualify, and move prospects through the cultivation/solicitation cycle.   • Proven experience in working with and/or managing major gift committees, advisory boards, or other types of volunteer committees.  • High level of comfort with personal computers and software programs for retrieving, organizing and researching appropriate donor/prospect information, as well as data gathering and manipulation. • Ability to work in a fast paced, highly professional environment with sophisticated clientele and colleagues. Must be able to manage multiple projects and donor strategies. Will be able to work with a high degree of discretion and confidentiality and appreciate an interdisciplinary and diverse university environment. • Ability to work independently to develop and implement strategies for donor cultivation while maintaining collaborative and mutually beneficial relationships with colleagues across the entire University. • Excellent communication skills are essential, including writing and presentation skills. • Ability and willingness to quickly learn the University history, mission, demographics, faculty, current programs, departments, etc., as well as the University culture to be able to persuasively articulate how Michigan distinguishes itself from peer institutions. • Strong knowledge of financial markets and business terminology preferred.  Prior planned giving experience is preferred.       Market Title: 101904 - Applications Programmer/Analyst Senior Working Title: Senior Applications Programmer/Analyst  Reports to: Director of Development Services -- Web, Data Integration and Network Support, Development Services Supervises directly: N/A Position Summary Work closely with internal and external, technical and non-technical customers within the University fundraising community, to deliver data and systems to users in order to help support development efforts at the university. Participate directly in the system analysis, project planning and implementation of software development, and software support activities of the Web & Data Integration team.  Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities Systems Analysis and Development (50%) • Responsible for working with users and technical staff to determine requirements for software systems supporting more than 400 people. • Write and review functional specifications for data and systems. • Participate in the design of data and systems. • Develop using Test Driven development and agile methodology. • Assess alternative problem solutions. • Lead or participate in projects associated with designing, implementing, testing, and maintaining of complex systems using object oriented programming languages and relation databases.  • Provide technical advice and consultation on system architecture, analysis and programming problems. Project Management (25%) • Track work done and time spent on projects. • Estimate time and resource requirements for various projects. • Provide communication with project participants to ensure the project stays on schedule. • Communicate project progress to project team members and users. • Provide support in change and configuration management. Software Support (10%) • Provide installation assistance and troubleshooting for software related issues. • Contribute to testing activities of software systems. Training (10%) • Responsible for writing, modifying, and reviewing software documentation. • Provide technical knowledge transfer to project team members and users.   System and Database Administration (5%) • Assist as needed in the support, administration, and securing of the various systems, web and relational database servers. • Participate in system backup and restore procedures. • Serve as liaison between the Web Data Integration team and the Network Support team. Perform other duties as assigned Education and Required Qualifications  • Bachelor’s degree or Associates degree or certificate in computer science/information systems or an equivalent combination of education and experience. • Excellent technical, verbal and written communication, organizational skills and demonstrated ability to provide effective customer service to a diverse group of people. • Proven ability to work independently, assume responsibility, exercise good judgment and communicate effectively. • Demonstrated project management skills using agile methodology, Test Driven Development with continuous integration   (Scrum would be a plus).  • Ability to analyze, diagnose, solve problems in a timely manner, set priorities and adapt to new and complex information technology demands and still keep focused on the current tasks.  Effective time management, problem-solving and analytical skills. Ability to forecast timelines and consistently meet deadlines in a fast paced environment. • Experience and desire to work in a customer driven environment.  Strong customer service orientation and ability to perform the characteristic duties and responsibilities of the position to effectively meet the needs of prospects, donors and the University of Michigan community. Ability to anticipate requests and needs in advance and plan accordingly. • All Development Services staff will be expected to have a working knowledge of fundraising and financial data with the ability to understand differences between the two. • In-depth knowledge and understanding of deploying applications for users via the web and related issues with back end database integration. Knowledge of web development languages, tools, standards (such as W3C) and technology including automation of tasks and web services. • In-depth knowledge of multi-tiered system architectures including client/server, application server, and web based technologies, systems integration (ETL tool knowledge is a plus), network architecture and topologies, computer and information security is necessary. • Ability to train users in web and data integration concepts both from a conceptual and holistic point of view centering around best practices but also in the hands-on “how to” aspects of using web based software and applications. • Experience with office suite software including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, diagrams/drawing, and project tracking. • Working knowledge of terminology and concepts related to the Internet. Preferred Qualifications • Five to seven years of applications development experience, including all stages of the application development life cycle from gathering requirements from users through project implementation. • Five to seven years experience in applications database administration work using relational databases. Familiar with server system administration and how it relates to software development requirements. Solid understanding of relational databases and their use with application development. • Five to seven years of direct development experience with a combination of the following tools and technologies:  Microsoft technologies (WinForms, .Net, VB.Net, C#, Visual Studio, SQL Server/Stored Procedures, SSIS, SSRS, SSAS), Oracle, SQL, SOAP, basic UNIX, systems/agile development methodologies, Test-Driven Development, software development productivity tools, continuous integration, code repositories (SVN), object oriented programming, refactoring, Design Pattern, UML, Java, UI development, RIA’s, Web Forms, HTML, CSS, ColdFusion, JavaScript, XML, PHP, or similar languages and technologies. • Demonstrated successful experience in creating creative solutions in order to support business needs. Mobile platform would be a plus. • Knowledge of web metrics and analysis tools including understanding of email marketing. • Desire to learn the mission, goals and objectives of both the University of Michigan, as well as those of the Office of University Development and work in ways that help us achieve these. Desire to enhance and improve the University of Michigan’s position as an international leader in Development. • Demonstrated successful experience working on project teams using Agile and TDD.  Proven history of successful partnerships on multi-discipline teams. A strong interest and demonstrated track record of establishing and maintaining business relationships that facilitate effective business transactions.  • Strong working knowledge of Development/Fundraising software and good general concepts of how online engagement software is used to help manage and enhance relationships with constituents. Some familiarity with CRM software and tools will be an asset. Applications Systems Analyst/Programmer Associate Working title:Computer Systems Consultant Data Team Reports to: Associate Director Supervises directly:    N/A Position Summary This is a term limited position, ending in December of 2011. The Computer Systems Consultant will work closely with internal and external customers to support data edits/cleanups based on data conversion needs. This position will use spreadsheets, databases and other tools to import /export data and develop scripts and macros to automate data manipulation. The Computer Systems Consultant must understand the modern computing environment of data exchange between systems (capability to create and handle various data formats, data transfer mechanisms, data transformations, pivots, data validation, testing and quality control). Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities •       Support the University’s Development/Alumni Constituency (DAC) system to clean up and maintain data. Provide various updates using standard data upload processes. •    Perform data preparation for data exports, and imports. •    Perform back-end data maintenance, manipulation and cleansing. •    Support the need for special data handling and conversion to aid in matching customer name lists by mapping customer data. •    Assist in ongoing development of new processes and policies that efficiently enhance data quality and integrity. •    Stay current on peer technology tools, data management, and data quality procedures and methods. Present information to staff when changes can be made to improve our systems. •    Perform other duties as assigned Education and Qualifications •    A bachelor’s degree in math or computer science is necessary. •    4 years experience as a financial/accounting data analyst. •    Strong data analysis skills to handle all forms of data manipulation •    Sound understanding of Relational Database Design and Data Warehousing •    Solid working knowledge of Business Intelligence and Reporting tools, including Business Objects and Microsoft Reporting Services. •    Excellent Microsoft Office skills (create macros, queries, and reports in Excel/Access).   •    Other computer skills needed include SQL, Microsoft SQL Server and ORACLE databases, data connectivity protocols such as ODBC, OLE DB, and FTP. •    Experience with Visual Basic a plus. •    Strong time management, problem-solving, and multi-tasking skills. •    Ability to work well with co-workers in a team oriented environment •    Must be committed to maintaining a professional and positive workplace demeanor. •    Excellent oral and written communication skills. •    Extremely reliable attendance. •    Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding donor records. •    Desire to learn the mission, goals and objectives of both the University of Michigan, as well as those of the Office of University Development and work in ways that help us achieve these. Desire to enhance and improve the University of Michigan’s position as an international leader in Development. Associate Director, Donor Research and Analysis, Medical Development and Alumni Relations   Posting number: 38050 Salary: Starting salary based on candidate's experience and qualifications Date posted: 02/15/10 To apply for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume as one document on the University of Michigan Careers at the U site. For questions about the U-M application process, please refer to the FAQ page Position Description: Reporting to the Director of Development Marketing and Communications in the Office of Medical Development and Alumni Relations, the Associate Director of Donor Research and Analysis will be responsible for the analysis of key demographic and financial information about current and potential donors in order to efficiently and effectively support relationships with alumni, donors and patients with the specific goal of enlisting and/or increasing their philanthropic support. Specific duties include: Prospect Development Plan and implement strategies to identify new donor prospects as well as existing donors that have the potential to move donors to a higher giving level. Donor Research Use on-line database services and other research technologies to identify and classify high potential donor prospects. Conduct wealth screening to identify the giving capacity of donor prospects. Pipeline Monitoring Ensure that database information concerning donor demographics, capacity and areas of interest is up-to-date and as accurate as possible. Monitor donor pipeline reports for accuracy and completeness and suggest improvements to the donor pipeline reporting and evaluation process as appropriate. Marketing Assessment Monitor the effectiveness of donor marketing and communications activities. Establish metrics to measure donor response to direct appeals and other donor marketing communications. Make communications project design suggestions to facilitate collection of donor feedback for purposes of segmentation and evaluation. Additional Duties as assigned. Requirements: Bachelors degree and 6 to 8 years of professional experience in market or development research. MBA desired but not required. Experience in creating, implementing and evaluating the effectiveness of strategic marketing plans. Experience systematically identifying new prospects with interest and capacity to make major gifts (or comparable experience in another industry). Requires a high level of proficiency in proactive prospecting methodologies and prospect tracking and management. Advanced technology and researching skills required. Must exhibit commitment to and knowledge of ethical use of information. Must have strong analytical skills, excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills; must be extremely detail oriented, organized, and able to multi-task and meet deadlines. Experience in higher education and knowledge of hospital fundraising very helpful     Research Development Assistant Intermediate - 102427 Working Title:  Development Research Associate Prospect Management and Research Office of University Development Reports to:    Associate Director, Development Research Supervises directly:    N/A Position summary:    The Development Research Associate gathers and assesses prospect information to validate and/or verify wealth screening results.  The associate records ancillary prospect information gathered in the course of validation.  The associate participates in project coordination meetings and brings newly identified prospects to the attention of the research analysts.  The associate assists with auditing record changes and preparing data to be uploaded to the central database.  All work for this position will be conducted onsite. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities: Screening Support (90%) •    Provide accurate, efficient on-site verification and validation of wealth screening results. •    Conduct prospect research using a variety of online and print resources including corporate and government documents, business and biographical directories, periodicals, and standard information aggregators. •    Estimate donor gift capacity and propensity through the analysis and clarification of complex individual, corporate, and foundation financial and philanthropic information, paying particular attention to the analysis of income statements, common forms of securities and other wealth indicator instruments as well as areas of philanthropic interest and level of attachment to the University.  •    Independently manage workload to meet project timelines.  Plan, organize, coordinate, and handle multiple tasks and responsibilities, prioritizing and organizing work to accomplish project goals. •    Participate in project coordination meetings, sharing solutions and lessons learned with project team.  Collaborate on refining processes to ensure quality and progress. •    Coordinate with research analysts for efficient troubleshooting and followup communication. •    Maintain professional standards.   •    Safeguard the confidentiality of donor information at all times.  Uphold departmental policies regarding confidential information.  Adhere to ethical and confidentiality guidelines of both UM and Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement. •    Perform other duties as assigned. Data Maintenance (10%) •    Assists with regular auditing of changes to ResearchPoint records. •    As needed, assists with preparing data to be uploaded to central development database. •    Submit completed research for data entry into the development central database and for electronic storage in research optical imaging system. Preferred Qualifications: •    A Bachelor’s degree is required; an advanced degree is desirable.  •    At least three years of work experience in prospect research or a related field. •    Solid knowledge of basic principles and practices in prospect research, including ability to efficiently gather, analyze, and interpret data from a variety of sources (Lexis-Nexis for Development Professionals, 10-K Wizard or comparable SEC aggregator, IRS Form 990, etc.). •    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.  Demonstrated aptitude for critical thinking and troubleshooting; ability to work well under pressure and maintain flexibility. •    Strong ability to read, synthesize and analyze large amounts of complex data. •    Independence to carry out duties and responsibilities with minimal supervision. •    Strong computing and online research skills, including proficiency with all Microsoft Office software, relational database software, online databases and the Internet. •    Commitment to professional ethics and confidentiality.  •    Familiarity with WealthPoint or ResearchPoint preferred. •    Knowledge of fundraising or nonprofit organizations helpful.
Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne Department of Biology Position title:  Assistant Professor Type of appointment: Academic Year; Tenure Track Discipline: Biology Area(s) of Expertise:  Physiology Qualifications/Requirements: Ph.D. in Biology or related field. Postdoctoral experience preferred. Duties: Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate courses in human and animal physiology and an upper division class in area of expertise. The successful candidate will also be expected to develop an active research program in physiology that involves Master's level and undergraduate students and attracts extramural funding. Description of the department: Biology currently has 15 full-time faculty with research and teaching interests in ecology, behavior, ecotoxicology, physiology, genetics, immunology, microbiology, plant science, zoology and developmental biology.  The department has over 400 undergraduate Biology majors and an active Masters program with about 40 students. We are housed in the Science Building, opened in 1998. A greenhouse and head house are attached to the Science Building. We also have a 9,000 square foot AAALAC approved animal facility next door and operate the Crooked Lake Biology Station 30 miles northwest of campus.  Description and location of the university:   Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) is the largest institution of higher learning in northeast Indiana, offering nearly 200 degrees and certificates. More than 13,000 students of diverse ages, races, and nationalities pursue their education on our beautiful 662-acre campus. The university’s commitment to service makes it an economic, cultural, and societal leader in the region. See www.ipfw.edu/ . IPFW is located in Indiana=s second-largest city, Fort Wayne, with a metropolitan area population of approximately 475,000. (If the position will be located at an off-campus site, such as the Public Safety Academy, state that here). The city enjoys a diverse, active, and well-supported arts community. Fort Wayne has been named an All-American City@ three times. The Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo has been rated one of the top ten zoos in the country for children. See www.ipfw.edu/about/fortwayne.shtml . Effective date: August 16, 2010 Application deadline:  December 31, 2009 Application materials will include a letter of application including a cover letter, evidence of teaching/research effectiveness, a statement of research interests and teaching philosophy, a current curriculum vita, reprints, and three (3) letters of recommendation sent directly to the Selection Committee Chair. Frank Paladino, Selection Committee Chair Department of Biology SB 330 Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne 2101 E. Coliseum Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46805 Contact for information:  Frank Paladino Phone: 260-481-6304 email: paladino@ipfw.edu Department web address:   www.ipfw.edu/bio/ Additional Information: Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background records check. IPFW is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/ Affirmative Action Employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. Department of Communication Position title: Assistant Professor of Media Production Type of appointment: Tenure Track Discipline: Communication Area of Expertise: Video production and mass communication with interest and experience in a variety of media production genres, including documentary, experimental, traditional broadcast journalism, and/or narrative. Effective date: August 16, 2010 Qualifications:  M.F.A., PhD in media studies or production, or an interdisciplinary PhD with concentration in mass media or communication by the start of employment. Teaching experience preferred. Duties/Special Duties: Commitment to and expertise in teaching and research, advising and service. Application deadline:  Screening will begin October 31 and continue until the position is filled. We will meet with qualified applicants at NCA.  Send application to: Dr. Steve Carr, Chair Search and Screen Committee Department of Communication Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne 2101 East Coliseum Boulevard Fort Wayne, IN 46805-1499 Email: carr@ipfw.edu Phone: 260-481-6545 Include letter of application, vita, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and names and contact information for four current references. Department web address: www.ipfw.edu/comm/ Additional Information: Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background records check. IPFW is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/ Affirmative Action Employer.      Department of Communication Position title:  Assistant Professor of Rhetoric Type of appointment: Tenure Track Discipline: Communication Area of Expertise:  Rhetorical theory and criticism with specialization in media studies, political communication, health communication and public advocacy. Effective date:  August 16, 2010 Qualifications:  Doctorate in Communication. Teaching experience preferred. Duties/Special Duties:  Commitment to and expertise in teaching and research, advising and service. Application deadline:  Screening will begin October 31 and continue until the position is filled. We will meet with qualified applicants at NCA.  Send application to: Dr. Dacia Charlesworth, Chair Search and Screen Committee Department of Communication Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne 2101 East Coliseum Boulevard Fort Wayne, IN 46805-1499 Email: charlesd@ipfw.edu Phone: 260-481-6546 Include letter of application, vita, evidence of teaching effectiveness, samples of scholarship, and names and contact information for four current references. Department web address:  www.ipfw.edu/comm/ Additional Information: Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background records check. IPFW is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/ Affirmative Action Employer. Department of Communication Position title: Assistant Professor of Media and Communication Type of appointment: Tenure Track Discipline: Communication Area of Expertise: Media law and policy with some combination of research methods, cultural studies, media analysis, media and society, as well as candidate's area of expertise. Effective date:  August 16, 2010 Qualifications:  Doctorate in Communication by the start of employment. Teaching experience preferred. Duties/Special Duties: Commitment to and expertise in teaching and research, advising and service. Application deadline:  Screening to begin October 31, 2009 and continue until the position is filled. We will meet with qualified applicants at NCA.  Send application to: Marcia D. Dixson, Ph.D. Chair Department of Communication Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne 2101 East Coliseum Boulevard Fort Wayne, IN 46805-1499 Include letter of application, vita, and names and contact information for four (4) current references. Department web address: www.ipfw.edu/comm/ Additional Information:  Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background records check. IPFW is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/ Affirmative Action Employer.      Department of Communication Position title: Assistant Professor of Communication in Digital Media/Convergent Journalism Type of appointment: Tenure Track, Academic Year Discipline: Communication Area of Expertise: Primary: Digital Media Secondary: Convergent Journalism Effective date: August 16, 2010 Qualifications:  PhD or terminal degree in Journalism, Communication or a cognate discipline. Professional experience desire. Duties/Special Duties: Commitment to and expertise in teaching and research, advising and service. Application deadline:   Screening to begin November 1, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.  Send application to: Dr. Jonathan Tankel, Chair Digital Media Search Committee Department of Communication Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne 2101 East Coliseum Boulevard Fort Wayne, IN 46805-1499 Include letter of application, vita, and names and contact information for four (4) current references. Department web address:  www.ipfw.edu/comm/ Additional Information:  Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background records check. IPFW is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/ Affirmative Action Employer. Department of Computer & Electrical Engineering Technology and Information Systems & Technology (CEIT) Position title: Assistant Professor of CEIT Type of appointment:  Recurring, 10 month, Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Discipline:  A relevant field within the department. Area(s) of Expertise:  Appropriate area(s) in the fields of ECET, IS or IT Qualifications:  Required: Baccalaureate degree in EE/EET/CmpE/CPET, proven communication skills, minimum of 3 years experience in an applicable technical field, and a Ph.D. in engineering, engineering technology or a related field. Desired:  Professional registration, evidence of effective teaching and scholarly potential.  Duties: Teach classes, maintain an active research program, and be involved in professional and regional service activities. Effective date (date appointment will begin):  August 16, 2010 Application deadline:  Review of applications will begin on January 10, 2010.  Send application to:  Electronic submissions are preferred. Email to broberg@ipfw.edu or send to:  Dr. Hal Broberg College of Engineering, Technology and Computer Science Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne 2101 E. Coliseum Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46805-1499 Applications must include: vita/resume, cover letter addressing qualifications, and names, e-mail and telephone numbers of three references. Contact for information:  Dr. Hal Broberg Phone: 260-481-6341 email: broberg@ipfw.edu Department web address:  www.ceit.ipfw.edu/ Additional Information:  Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background records check. IPFW is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/ Affirmative Action Employer. Department of Dental Education School/College: College of Health and Human Services Position title:  Assistant Professor of Dental Education Type of appointment:  10 month, tenure-track Discipline:  Dental Hygiene Area(s) of Expertise:  Didactic, laboratory, pre-clinical, and clinical instruction Qualifications/Requirements:  PhD/DDS/DMD required. A minimum of three years of private practice experience required. An Indiana dental or dental hygiene license or the ability to acquire an Indiana dental or dental hygiene license is required. Priority will be given to applicants with previous academic experience who have a strong commitment to teaching, as well as the ability to publish in scholarly journals. Rank determined by education and experience.  Duties: Teach undergraduate dental hygiene courses utilizing e-learning, advise both pre- and program students, develop and maintain an active research program, and fulfill service engagement commitments, as well as professional association activities. Scholarly publication is expected. Description of the department:  The Department of Dental Education, which resides in the College of Health and Human Services, offers three undergraduate dental education programs: dental assisting, dental hygiene, and dental laboratory technology. There are over 120 students in the three professional dental programs and approximately 400 pre-students in the department. Description and location of the university:  Indiana University – Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) is a 662-acre campus and is the largest institution of higher learning in northeast Indiana offering nearly 200 degrees and certificates. It is a joint campus of Indiana University and Purdue University and has a diverse enrollment of almost 14,000 students. Since 1964, the university has shown continued growth, exemplified by an increase in enrollment as well as consistent physical development. IPFW is located in Indiana’s second-largest city, Fort Wayne, with a metropolitan area population of approximately 475,000. The city enjoys a diverse, active, and well-supported arts community. Fort Wayne has been named an “All-American City” three times. Fort Wayne is a short driving distance to Chicago, Detroit, and Indianapolis, while offering a low cost of living. For more information about the city, visit http://www.ipfw.edu/about/fortwayne.shtml  Effective date: August 16, 2010 Application deadline:  Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.  Send letter of application, curriculum vita, evidence of teaching and research effectiveness, transcripts, and names and contact information of three professional references to:  Dr. Connie Kracher Department of Dental Education Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne 2101 E. Coliseum Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46805 Contact for information:  Connie Kracher, PhD, MSD Phone: 260.481.6567 email: kracher@ipfw.edu  Department web address:  www.ipfw.edu/dental/  Additional Information: Employment is contingent on a satisfactory criminal convictions check. IPFW is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/ Affirmative Action Employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. Department of Music  Position title:  Clinical Assistant Professor of Music Other title: IPFW/Sweetwater Chair in Music Theory and Technology Type of appointment:  12- month.   Non-tenure track, renewable on a yearly basis. 50% of assigned duties will be at Sweetwater Sounds, Inc., a music technology company located in Fort Wayne. Discipline: Music Area(s) of expertise:  Music Theory, Music Technology, Audio Recording Technology Qualifications/Requirements:  Degree required: Master's degree in music theory or music technology or related field  Years of experience required: One year college teaching experience Other qualifications required or preferred: Required: Expertise and experience in audio recording technology. Preferred: doctoral degree in music Duties:  Administrative duties:  Coordinate Bachelor of Science in Music and Audio Recording Technology; coordinate student practica in audio recording Teaching expectations: Teach undergraduate courses in audio recording technology and music theory;  other assignments possible, contingent upon expertise and experience Service/engagement expectations: Serve on appropriate department, college and/or university committees; other duties as assigned by chair Other duties:   Half of duties will be at Sweetwater Sound, Inc. Description of the department:  The Department of Music is staffed by 13 full-time, nine half-time and 25 associate faculty.  Many instrumental faculty are members of the Fort Wayne Philharmonic Orchestra. The department enrolls approximately 140 majors and 30 minors in curricula leading to the Bachelor of Science in Music and an Outside Field, Bachelor of Science in Music Therapy, Bachelor of Music in Performance, and Bachelor of Music Education degrees; is accredited by NASM, the American Music Therapy Association, and occupied new state-of-the-art facilities in July 2007.   Description and location of the university: Indiana University – Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) is the largest institution of higher learning in northeast Indiana, offering nearly 200 degrees and certificates.  More than 13,000 students of diverse ages, races, and nationalities pursue their education on a beautiful 662-acre campus.  The university’s commitment to service makes it an economic, cultural, and societal leader in the region.  Visit www.ipfw.edu/.  Fort Wayne is Indiana’s second largest city with a metropolitan area population of approximately 475,000.  The city enjoys a diverse, active and well-supported arts community and has been named an All-American City three times.  The Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo has been rated one of the top ten zoos in the country for children and the city is home to an excellent symphony orchestra, the Fort Wayne Philharmonic. Visit www.ipfw.edu/about/fortwayne.shtml. Effective date: August 16, 2010 Application deadline:  Position Open Until Filled Send letter of application, curriculum vita, three letters of recommendation specifically addressing this position, names and contact information of three additional professional references and any supporting materials (materials cannot be returned) to:   ATTN: Technology/Theory Search Dr. Robert Bean, Chair  Department of Music  Indiana University – Purdue University Fort Wayne 2101 East Coliseum Blvd.  Fort Wayne, IN 46805  Contact for information: Phone: 260-481-6714 email: beanr@ipfw.edu Department web address:  www.ipfw.edu/vpa/music/ Additional Information: Employment is contingent on a satisfactory criminal convictions check. IPFW is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/ Affirmative Action Employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. Department of Music Position title: Assistant Professor of Music Other title: Director of Choral Studies Type of appointment:  Academic Year Discipline: Music Area(s) of expertise: Choral Conducting Qualifications/requirements:  Degree required: Doctoral degree in choral conducting Years of experience required: One year college teaching experience Other qualifications required or preferred: Required:  expertise in diverse choral genres and styles.  Preferred: credentials in music education and a minimum of two years experience at the high school level Duties: Administrative duties:  Administer the Choral Area Teaching expectations: Direct University Singers, Chamber Singers, Choral Union; teach undergraduate courses in conducting;  teaching could include choral methods, depending on credentials and experience Student advisement expectations: Advise students in choral music education and/or voice Scholarly endeavor expectations:  Maintain active schedule of conducting activities beyond university ensembles; participate in performances with faculty colleagues as appropriate Service/engagement expectations: Maintain active schedule of recruitment and community outreach activities such as annual madrigal dinner, high school honor choir, articulation with high school choral directors;  specific activities contingent upon expertise and experience  Other duties:  Appropriate participation on department, college, university committees; other duties as assigned by chair Description of the department: The Department of Music is staffed by 13 full-time, nine half-time and 25 associate faculty.  Many instrumental faculty are members of the Fort Wayne Philharmonic Orchestra. The department enrolls approximately 140 majors and 30 minors in curricula leading to the Bachelor of Science in Music and an Outside Field, Bachelor of Science in Music Therapy, Bachelor of Music in Performance, and Bachelor of Music Education degrees; is accredited by NASM, the American Music Therapy Association, and occupied new state-of-the-art facilities in July 2007.   Description and location of the university: Indiana University – Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) is the largest institution of higher learning in northeast Indiana, offering nearly 200 degrees and certificates.  More than 13,000 students of diverse ages, races, and nationalities pursue their education on a beautiful 662-acre campus.  The university’s commitment to service makes it an economic, cultural, and societal leader in the region.  IPFW is located in Indiana’s second largest city, Fort Wayne, with a metropolitan area population of approximately 475,000.  The city enjoys a diverse, active and well-supported arts community and has been named an All-American City three times.  The Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo has been rated one of the top ten zoos in the country for children and the city is home to an excellent symphony orchestra, the Fort Wayne Philharmonic. Visit www.ipfw.edu/about/fortwayne.shtml. Effective date: August 16, 2010 Application deadline: Position Open Until Filled Application process:  Send letter of application, curriculum vita, DVD recordings of recent performances and rehearsals (materials will not be returned), three letters of recommendation specifically addressing this position, and names and contact information of three additional professional references to:  ATTN: Choral Search Dr. Robert Bean, Chair  Department of Music  Indiana University – Purdue University Fort Wayne  2101 East Coliseum Blvd.  Fort Wayne, IN 46805  Contact for information: Phone: 260-481-6714 email: beanr@ipfw.edu Department web address: www.ipfw.edu/vpa/music/ Additional information: Employment is contingent on a satisfactory criminal convictions check. IPFW is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/ Affirmative Action Employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.     Department of Nursing Position title: Assistant Professor/Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing Type of appointment: Academic Year Discipline:  Nursing Area(s) of Expertise: Adult Nurse Practitioner Qualifications/Requirements:  Degree Required: Earned master degree in nursing and certification as adult nurse practitioner required. Doctorate in nursing or related field preferred. Ph.D. candidates considered. Eligibility for licensure in Indiana is required.   Experience Required or Preferred: Demonstrated excellence in teaching and clinical competence.    Duties: Teaching responsibilities in the undergraduate or graduate curriculum, skills lab, and clinical sites. Participation on department, school, and university committees and advising students. Description of the department: The Department of Nursing, established in 1964, has a long history of offering National League for Nursing accredited programs. Reflecting the changing healthcare environment, the four-year baccalaureate, R.N. to B. S. completion, and master’s programs offer academically strong, culturally sensitive, information literate, and technology rich curricula. Undergraduate admission occurs twice per year with a total of approximately 400 baccalaureate students. Master’s enrollment of 50 students is increasing rapidly.  Description and location of the university: Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) is the largest institution of higher learning in northeast Indiana, offering nearly 200 degrees and certificates. More than 13,000 students of diverse ages, races, and nationalities pursue their education on our beautiful 662-acre campus. The university’s commitment to service makes it an economic, cultural, and societal leader in the region.   See www.ipfw.edu/ . IPFW is located in Indiana=s second-largest city, Fort Wayne, with a metropolitan area population of approximately 475,000. The city enjoys a diverse, active, and well-supported arts community.  Fort Wayne has been named an AAll-American City@ three times. The Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo has been rated one of the top ten zoos in the country for children. See www.ipfw.edu/about/fortwayne.shtml   Effective date: August 16, 2010    Application deadline: Position open until filled  Send letter of application, curriculum vita, and names and contact information of three (3) professional references to:  Carol Sternberger, PhD. RN, CNE Chair, Department of Nursing  IPFW  2101 East Coliseum Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46805 Department web address: www.ipfw.edu/nursing/   Additional Information: Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background records check. IPFW is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/ Affirmative Action Employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. Department of Nursing Position title:  Assistant Professor /Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing Type of appointment: Academic Year Discipline: Nursing Area(s) of Expertise:  Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Pediatric Clinical Specialist Qualifications/Requirements:  Degree Required: Earned master degree in nursing and certification as pediatric nurse practitioner or pediatric clinical specialist required. Doctorate in nursing or related field preferred. Ph.D. candidates considered. Eligibility for licensure in Indiana is required. Experience Required or Preferred: Demonstrated excellence in teaching and clinical competence.  Duties: Teaching expectations: Teaching responsibilities in the undergraduate or graduate curriculum, skills lab, and clinical sites. Participation on department, school, and university committees and advising students.   Scholarly endeavor expectations:  Produce scholarly work/research and publications. Service / Engagement expectations: Fulfill service commitments to department, school, university and community.  Description of the department: The Department of Nursing, established in 1964, has a long history of offering National League for Nursing accredited programs. Reflecting the changing healthcare environment, the four-year baccalaureate, R.N. to B. S. completion, and master’s programs offer academically strong, culturally sensitive, information literate, and technology rich curricula. Undergraduate admission occurs twice per year with a total of approximately 400 baccalaureate students. Master’s enrollment of 50 students is increasing rapidly.      Description and location of the university:   Indiana University – Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) is the largest institution of higher learning in northeast Indiana, offering nearly 200 degrees and certificates.  More than 13,000 students of diverse ages, races, and nationalities pursue their education on a beautiful 662-acre campus.  The university’s commitment to service makes it an economic, cultural, and societal leader in the region.  IPFW is located in Indiana’s second largest city, Fort Wayne, with a metropolitan area population of approximately 475,000.  The city enjoys a diverse, active and well-supported arts community and has been named an All-American City three times.  The Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo has been rated one of the top ten zoos in the country for children and the city is home to an excellent symphony orchestra, the Fort Wayne Philharmonic. Visit www.ipfw.edu/about/fortwayne.shtml.   Effective date: August 16, 2010  Application deadline:  Position open until filled  Send letter of application, curriculum vita, and names and contact information of three (3) professional references to:   Carol Sternberger, PhD. RN, CNE Chair, Department of Nursing  IPFW  2101 East Coliseum Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46805 Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne 2101 E. Coliseum Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46805 Department web address: www.ipfw.edu/nursing/    Additional Information: Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background records check. IPFW is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/ Affirmative Action Employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. Department of Nursing Position title: Director of Undergraduate Programs in Nursing Type of appointment: 12 month (teaching and administrative) Qualifications/Requirements:  Degree Required: Earned master degree in nursing and doctorate in nursing or related field. Ph.D. candidates considered.  Experience Required or Preferred: Three years academic experience with strong leadership skills, strong commitment to teaching, and knowledge of trends in nursing education.    Duties:    Administrative duties: Serve as director of the undergraduate nursing programs, four-year B. S. and R.N. to B. S. programs. Lead curricular design and integration of technologies. Maintain an active research program and fulfill service commitments. Position is 50% administration. Teaching expectations: Teach courses in the undergraduate or graduate curriculum. The position is in a comprehensive associate through master’s teaching environment. Advising responsibilities encompasses students with curricular challenges and evaluation of courses for possible transfer acceptance.    Scholarly endeavor expectations:  Maintain an active research program and publish in scholarly journals.  Service / Engagement expectations: Fulfill service commitments to department, school, university and community.  Description of the department: The Department of Nursing, established in 1964, has a long history of offering National League for Nursing accredited programs. Reflecting the changing healthcare environment, the four-year baccalaureate, R.N. to B. S. completion, and master’s programs offer academically strong, culturally sensitive, information literate, and technology rich curricula. Undergraduate admission occurs twice per year with a total of approximately 400 baccalaureate students. Master’s enrollment of 50 students is increasing rapidly.      Description and location of the university:   Indiana University – Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) is the largest institution of higher learning in northeast Indiana, offering nearly 200 degrees and certificates.  More than 13,000 students of diverse ages, races, and nationalities pursue their education on a beautiful 662-acre campus.  The university’s commitment to service makes it an economic, cultural, and societal leader in the region.  IPFW is located in Indiana’s second largest city, Fort Wayne, with a metropolitan area population of approximately 475,000.  The city enjoys a diverse, active and well-supported arts community and has been named an All-American City three times.  The Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo has been rated one of the top ten zoos in the country for children and the city is home to an excellent symphony orchestra, the Fort Wayne Philharmonic. Visit www.ipfw.edu/about/fortwayne.shtml.   Effective date: August 16, 2016 Application Deadline: Position open until filled Send letter of application, curriculum vita, and names and contact information of three (3) professional references to:   Carol Sternberger, PhD. RN, CNE Chair, Department of Nursing  Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne 2101 E. Coliseum Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46805 Department web address: www.ipfw.edu/nursing/    Additional Information: Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background records check. IPFW is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/ Affirmative Action Employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.      Division of Public and Environmental Affairs Position title: Assistant Professor Type of appointment: Academic Year Discipline: Public Administration Area(s) of Expertise: Public management, public management economics, public finance and budgeting, and management science at the undergraduate and graduate levels Qualifications: Ph.D. in Public Administration, Political Science or a related discipline Duties: Teach undergraduate and graduate courses. The successful applicant will also be comfortable with teaching and creating online and hybrid course options. The Division and IPFW emphasize effective teaching in both the bachelor's and master's programs, high quality scholarly research, and service to the Division, University, and profession, as well as community and civic engagement.   Effective date (date appointment will begin): August 2010   Application deadline:  Position open until filled.   Send letter of application, curriculum vita, unofficial transcripts, and names, addresses (including email) and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references to: Public Administration Search Committee Division of Public and Environmental Affairs Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne 2101 E. Coliseum Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46805-1499   Contact for information:  Brian Fife Chair of Public Administration Search Committee Division of Public and Environmental Affairs Phone: 260-481-6961 email: fifeb@ipfw.edu Department web address:  www.ipfw.edu/spea   Additional Information:  Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background records check. IPFW is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/ Affirmative Action Employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. Department of Public and Environmental Affairs Position title:  Assistant Professor of Public and Environmental Affairs Type of appointment:  Academic Year Discipline:  Health Administration/Research Methodology Area(s) of Expertise:  Health Administration, Research Methodology, and Statistics Qualifications/Requirements:  Ph.D. in Health Services Research, Health Services Administration, Public Health, Public Administration, or a related discipline with strong quantitative research methodology   Duties: Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in health administration, research methodology, and statistics.  The Division and IPFW emphasize effective teaching in both the bachelor’s and master’s programs, high quality scholarly research, and service to the Division, University, and profession, as well as community and civic engagement. Description of the department: The faculty in the interdisciplinary Division of Public and Environmental Affairs have backgrounds in Political Science, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Public Management, Public Health, and Law. The Division currently has approximately 500 undergraduate students and 50 graduate students.  Description and location of the university: IPFW is the largest institution of higher learning in northeast Indiana, offering nearly 200 degrees and certificates. More than 13,000 students of diverse ages, races, and nationalities pursue their education on our beautiful 662-acre campus. The university’s commitment to service makes it an economic, cultural, and societal leader in the region. See http://www.ipfw.edu. IPFW is located in Indiana’s second-largest city, Fort Wayne, with a metropolitan area population of approximately 475,000. The city enjoys a diverse, active, and well-supported arts community.   Effective date: August 16, 2010   Application deadline:  The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.   Please submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and the names, addresses (including email), and telephone numbers of three professional references to:  Health Administration Search Committee Koichiro Otani, Ph.D., Chair Division of Public and Environmental Affairs Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne 2101 E. Coliseum Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46805-1499   Contact for information:  Koichiro Otani, Ph.D.  Associate Professor and Chair of the Search Committee Email: otanik@ipfw.edu Phone: 260-481-6347  Fax: 260-481-6346 Department web address:  www.ipfw.edu/spea Additional Information: Employment is contingent on a satisfactory criminal convictions check.   IPFW is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/ Affirmative Action Employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.      Department of Theatre Position title:  Assistant Professor of Theatre - Acting Type of appointment:  Tenure-Track - academic year - 9 month Discipline:  Theatre Area(s) of Expertise: Acting with additional expertise in one or more of the following areas: musical theatre, acting on camera, voice (dialects) or improv. Qualifications:  MFA Acting/Performance, 2 years college teaching experience preferred. Duties:  Teach courses in acting and in area of expertise as well as courses in general education curriculum. Coordinate the department's educational outreach touring company. Other responsibilities include appropriate scholarly/creative activity, active department, college and university service and academic advising.  Effective date (date appointment will begin): August 16, 2010 Application deadline: January 15, 2010 Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and names, addresses (including email) and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references to: John O'Connell Theatre Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne 2101 E. Coliseum Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46805   Contact for information: Phone: John O'Connell 260-481-6551 Department web address: www.ipfw.edu/vpa/theatre Additional Information: Employment is contingent on a satisfactory criminal convictions check.   IPFW is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/ Affirmative Action Employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. College of Engineering, Technology, and Computer Science Position title:  Dean, College of Engineering, Technology, and Computer Science and Steel Dynamics Distinguished Professor of Engineering  Type of appointment: 12 month (administrative only) Qualifications/Requirements:  A PhD in engineering or related discipline; Qualified for tenure at the rank of full professor in engineering or related discipline; Experience in university administration, preferably three to five years at the Department Chair level or higher; Is a person of ideas and vision who thinks creatively and acts strategically; Has a proven track record in teaching and research, with industry experience desired; Has experience and is enthusiastic about marketing and fund raising opportunities for ETCS; Possesses strong financial and decision making skills; Is an effective communicator and possesses a collaborative management style;  Is student oriented; and Has the potential to work with and form partnerships with the community and regional industries Duties: Responsibilities include:  Provide a vision and administer a college consisting of five departments, an Army ROTC program, 54 full-time faculty, 50 part-time faculty, and over 1800  students; Manage a budget of nearly $6,000,000;  Support and encourage excellence in teaching, research, and service among the faculty; Build public and private partnerships with community leaders, alumni, and regional industries; Attract external support for the college in support of students, faculty, technology, and programming; Advocate on behalf of the college to the central administration of IPFW; Promote the college to future students, external constituents, and the public at large; Develop and direct the college’s strategic plan, including new curriculum and programs as needed; Maintain a collegial, professional, and ethical work environment that values and respects shared governance; Promote interdisciplinarity; Maintain, develop, and expand several Centers of Excellence in the college; Attract and retain a diverse faculty; Support K-12 initiatives and outreach Description of the college: The College of Engineering, Technology, and Computer Science (ETCS) is one of seven colleges, schools, or divisions in the university.  The Dean, who reports to the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, administers a college consisting of the departments of Computer and Electrical Engineering Technology & Information Systems and Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Manufacturing & Construction Engineering Technology and Interior Design, and Organizational Leadership and Supervision.  Purdue University grants all ETCS degrees. The departments offer 9 certificates, 8 associate degrees, 13 bachelor degrees, and Master of Science degrees in applied computer science, engineering, technology, and Organizational Leadership and Supervision.  All engineering and engineering technology programs have CAC-ABET, EAC-ABET or TAC-ABET accreditation.  The college administers the Military Science Program (ROTC) and houses four Centers of Excellence: the Center for the Built Environment (CBE), the Center for Industrial Innovation and Design (CIID), the IPFW Center of Excellence in Systems Engineering (ICESE), and the Wireless Technology Center.  Most departments are housed in the Engineering and Technology building, a modern facility constructed in 1992. The college hosts the Indiana FIRST Lego® League Championship Tournament, Indiana Regional Future City® Competition, Regional Science and Engineering Fair, a variety of Exploration Camps, and other similar endeavors. The ETCS enrolls approximately 1800 majors, has 54 full-time faculty and 50 part-time faculty, and interacts extensively with diverse local industries.  Description and location of the university:  Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) is the largest institution of higher learning in northeast Indiana, offering nearly 200 degrees and certificates.  More than 13,000 students of diverse ages, races, and nationalities pursue their education on our beautiful 662-acre campus.  The university’s commitment to service makes it an economic, cultural, and societal leader in the region.  See http://www.ipfw.edu/.  IPFW is located in Indiana’s second-largest city, Fort Wayne, with a metropolitan area population of approximately 475,000.  The city enjoys a diverse, active, and well-supported arts community.  Fort Wayne has been named an “All-American City” three times.  The Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo has been rated one of the top ten zoos in the country for children.  See http://www.ipfw.edu/about/fortwayne.shtml. Effective date: July 1, 2010 Application deadline:  Screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.   Interested applicants should review the executive search profile at http://www.ipfw.edu/vcaa/employment/ and send a letter of application, a curriculum vita, and contact information of three (3) professional references to (email submission preferred): ETCS Dean Search Committee c/o Mrs. Mary Jane Casiano College of Engineering, Technology, and Computer Science 2101 East Coliseum Boulevard  Fort Wayne IN 46805-1499  Email: casiano@ipfw.edu Contact for information:  Charles O’Connor Phone:  260.481.6977 Fax:  260-481-6707 Email:  oconnorc@ipfw.edu Department web address:  http://www.etcs.ipfw.edu/ Additional Information: Employment is contingent on a satisfactory criminal convictions check. IPFW is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/ Affirmative Action Employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.
University of Kansas PROFESSOR The University of Kansas Department of Civil, Environmental & Architectural Engineering Architectural Engineering Program Illumination/Power Engineering The Department of Civil, Environmental & Architectural Engineering at The University of Kansas invites applicants for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in the area of illumination/power engineering.  The successful candidate will develop an active research program and mentor students in illumination, power engineering, and/or related area in facility services such as intelligent control systems, fire protection, or high-performance buildings.  The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in illumination, power engineering, and/or a related facility services area.   Applicants must have an earned doctorate in Architectural or Electrical Engineering, or closely related discipline and must be eligible to work in the U.S. prior to the start date of the position.  It is preferred that applicants have an ABET-accredited undergraduate engineering degree; are a registered professional engineer in the U.S.; and have industry experience in the design of facility services for commercial, industrial, or institutional (CII) facilities.   Review of applicants will begin December 1, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled.  For more information and to apply on-line, go to https://jobs.ku.edu and search for position 00003920.  Application materials must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three (3) letters of reference.  EO/AA Employer The College of St. Scholastica NURSING FACULTY The College of St. Scholastica in Duluth, Minnesota, seeks a qualified nursing professional to teach in our Master's and DNP nursing programs. This full-time, nine-month faculty position begins 9/1/10. Area of need is Clinical Nurse Specialist or Nurse Practitioner.  Responsibilities include development and teaching of clinical and online specialty courses, academic advisement, preceptor selection and orientation, and clinical site visits. APRN certification as a NP or CNS, Master's degree in Nursing (DNP or PhD preferred), experience with curriculum development and teaching (online course development and graduate teaching preferred).  All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of an offer of employment. To apply visit www.csshrjobs.com.  The College of St. Scholastica is an equal opportunity employer committed to enriching education and promoting opportunity through a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body.
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Ball State University ASSISTANT PROFESSOR DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP BALL STATE UNIVERSITY  MUNCIE, INDIANA     The Department is a leader in delivering online programs (degree and license certification), and the entire master’s degree leading to the principal’s license is offered online.  Tenure-track position available August 20, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teaching master’s through doctoral level courses in educational administration (Internet); commitment to research and production of refereed publications of sufficient quality and quantity to qualify for serving on and/or chairing doctoral committees; professional service to the program, including chairing and serving on doctoral committees.  Minimum qualifications: earned doctorate in educational administration by date of employment; holds or has held an administrative license for the principalship or superintendency; at least three years of successful administrative experience in a public school. Preferred qualifications:  university teaching experience; evidence of instructional leadership and record of scholarly productivity; knowledge and use of computer technology and its administrative applications.   Send letter of application, vita, copy of transcript of highest degree earned, and the names and contact information for three references to:  Dr. Joseph R. McKinney, J.D., Chairperson, Department of Educational Leadership, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/edleadership)   Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.   CONTRACT FACULTY POSITION/GIS DEPARTMENT OF URBAN PLANNING   Contract faculty position available August 20, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teach courses in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), neighborhood planning and methods (basic and advanced, including modeling) as well as contributing to planning studios in physical, comprehensive and urban design.  For additional information, please go to www.bsu.edu/hrs/jobpostings.   Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.   ASSISTANT DIRECTOR MULTICULTURAL CENTER BALL STATE UNIVERSITY MUNCIE, INDIANA     Professional position available July 1, 2010.  Responsibilities:  represent the Multicultural Center at various events; coordinate campus-wide educational and awareness programs; supervise the summer Excel program; serve as a resource and referral agent for students of color; provide oversight of office publications and departmental reports.  Minimum qualifications: master’s degree by September 1, 2010; evidence of skills in programming, organization, communication, advising and program development.   Preferred qualifications:  at least one year of a graduate assistantship or professional experience in higher education in student affairs administration; experience working with students of color; experience working with artistic groups (dance, drama, music, etc.).    Send letter of application, resume, copy of transcript, and the names and contact information for three references to:  Patricia Lovett, Director, Multicultural Center, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/multiculturalcenter)   Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. ASSOCIATE OR FULL PROFESSOR DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP BALL STATE UNIVERSITY MUNCIE, INDIANA     The Department is a leader in delivering online programs (degree and license certification), and the entire master’s degree leading to the principal’s license is offered online. Tenure-track position available August 20, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teaching master’s through doctoral level courses in educational administration (Internet); continuing research and production of refereed publications of sufficient quality and quantity to qualify for serving on and/or chairing doctoral committees; professional service to the program, including chairing and serving on doctoral committees; assisting with departmental program development, accreditation and faculty and student mentoring and working with community partners and outreach initiatives.  Minimum qualifications: earned doctorate in educational administration; experience in higher education, including demonstrated record of quality service in higher education and professional organizations; excellent record of teaching commensurate with associate professor level, including chairing dissertations and student advising; holds or has held an administrative license for the principalship or superintendency; at least three years of successful administrative experience in a public school; proven research record and a commitment for continued scholarly productivity.   Preferred qualification:  knowledge and use of computer technology and its administrative applications.   Send letter of application, vita, copy of transcript of highest degree earned, and the names and contact information for three references to:  Dr. Joseph R. McKinney, J.D., Chairperson, Department of Educational Leadership, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/edleadership)   Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.   ASSISTANT PROFESSOR DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL STUDIES Tenure-track position with expertise in research methods and program evaluation available August 20, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teaching graduate level courses in research methods (particularly qualitative and mixed methods) and evaluation of P-12 and higher education programs and curriculum; commitment to research and the production of refereed publications of sufficient quality and quantity to qualify for serving on doctoral committees; professional service to the department, college, university, and professional organizations.  Minimum qualifications: earned doctorate in curriculum, higher education, educational policy studies, adult education, social foundations of education, or closely related field; relevant and successful teaching experience in higher education; relevant and successful professional service; promising research agenda; commitment to diverse learners.  Preferred qualifications:  refereed publications; experience with distance learning and online course delivery methods; experience working with international and multicultural student populations; evidence of experience working with diverse learners. Send letter of application summarizing qualifications, curriculum vitae, and three current letters of reference to:  edstusearch@bsu.edu (electronic submission preferred).  For information, contact Dr. Charles Payne, Search Committee Chair, at 765-285-5481 or cpayne@bsu.edu.  Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/edstudies) Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.   ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/FICTION WRITING DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH Tenure-track position available August 20, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teach and develop a wide range of undergraduate and graduate creative writing courses, particularly in fiction; publish fiction.  Minimum qualifications: earned MFA or PhD in creative writing by August 1, 2010; strong record of publication in fiction; record of effective teaching at the college or university level.   Preferred qualifications:  one published book of fiction; secondary specialization in poetry or screenwriting (with record of publication or production); experience in digital media, creative writing program administration, or community-based education. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and copies of graduate transcripts as pdf or MSWord attachments to engsearch@bsu.edu or by mail to:  Professor Jill Christman, Chair, Tenure-Track Creative Writing Search Committee, Department of English Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306. (Fax:  765-285-3765)  After initial review of applications, selected candidates will be asked to supply a writing sample (<20 pp of fiction), statement of teaching philosophy for creative writing, and three letters of recommendation;  interviews to be held in Denver at the Association of Writers and Writing Programs annual conference, April 8-10, 2010. Review of applications will begin March 1, 2010, and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/English) Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.     ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/READING/LITERACY DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY EDUCATION Tenure-track position available August 20, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teaching undergraduate and graduate classes in elementary education and reading/literacy; supervising practica; serving as liaison to a professional development school; engaging in scholarly work activities, including research, and service related to the profession.  Minimum qualifications: earned doctorate in elementary education or related field with an emphasis or cognate in reading by August 1, 2010; at least three years of elementary classroom teaching; ability to conduct and direct research; evidence of scholarship; experience with developmental and/or corrective reading programs. Preferred qualifications:  university teaching experience; online teaching experience; record of scholarly productivity and/or service; hold, have held, or be eligible for elementary teaching certification; knowledge of technology in education.  Send letter of application, vita, official transcripts, and three letters of reference to:  Dr. James c. Stroud, Chairperson, Department of Elementary Education, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/elementaryeducation) Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR—PUBLIC RELATIONS DEPARTMENT OF JOURNALISM Tenure-track position available August 19, 2010, in the nationally recognized PRSA-certified public relations sequence in the ACEJMC-accredited Department of Journalism. Responsibilities:  teaching undergraduate courses in principles, management, research, international strategic communication, campaigns, and skills classes as well as graduate courses in theories, management, case studies, evaluation techniques, and campaigns. Minimum qualifications: master’s degree or higher in public relations, journalism, communications, strategic studies, or related field; significant public relations-related experience; defined research agenda.   Preferred qualifications:  doctoral degree in public relations or related field; substantial undergraduate and graduate level teaching experience; solidly defined scholarly research agenda with corresponding publication record.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees. The department is housed in state-of-the-art facilities with the latest professional technology in the classrooms and labs.  (www.bsu.edu/journalism) Send letter of application, current vita, transcripts of highest degree earned, and the names and contact information for three references to;  Dr. Becky McDonald, Search Committee Chair, Department of Journalism, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 47306.   Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/SPORT ADMINISTRATION SCHOOL OF PHYSIAL EDUCATION, SPORT, AND EXERCISE SCIENCE Tenure-track faculty position available August 20, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in the sport administration curriculum; advising graduate student research projects; coordinating student internship experiences in cooperation with agencies, business, and professional sport organizations.  Minimum qualification: earned doctorate degree in sport administration or closely related field on or before August 6, 2010.   Preferred qualifications:  earned doctorate in sport administration/management and/or related area; evidence of successful teaching in sport administration in higher education; evidence of scholarly productivity through writing, presentations, research activity, including grant funding from external sources; work experience in the sport industry.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees. Send letter of application, vita, copy of official transcript of all graduate work, and the names and contact information for three references to:  Dr. David A. Pierce, Chair; Search Committee—Sport Administration/Management; School of Physical Education, Sport, and Exercise Science; Ball State University; Muncie, IN  47306.  (Tel:  765-285-2275; Fax:  765-285-3485; Email:  dapierce@bsu.edu)  Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu) Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY EDUCATION Tenure-track position available August 19, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teaching undergraduate and graduate classes in elementary education and related areas; supervising practica; serving as liaison to a professional development school; engaging in scholarly work activities, including research and service related to the profession.  Minimum qualifications: earned doctorate in elementary education or related field by August 1, 2010; at least three years of elementary classroom teaching; hold, have held, or be eligible for elementary teaching certification.   Preferred qualifications:  university teaching experience; online teaching experience; record of scholarly productivity and/or service; evidence of effectiveness in appropriate uses of technology in teaching and learning; experience supervising student teaching, service learning, and other laboratory components of elementary education classes; experience in partnering with professional development schools.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees Send letter of application, vita, official transcripts, and three letters of reference to:  Dr. James C. Stroud, Chairperson, Department of Elementary Education, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/elementaryeducation) Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR ADULT, HIGHER, AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL STUDIES Tenure-track position available August 19, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teach (face-to-face and via distance education) graduate courses in adult, higher, and community education and in one or more of these areas—community education, community college, student affairs administration, adult education and research methods; commitment to research and the production of refereed publications of sufficient quality and quantity to qualify for serving on and/or chairing doctoral committees; professional service to the program (including chairing and serving on doctoral committees), department, college, university, and professional organizations. Minimum qualifications: earned doctorate in higher education, community college education, community education, adult education, or closely related field; relevant and successful teaching experience; relevant and successful professional service; expanding record of scholarship in an area related to the responsibilities of the position.  Preferred qualifications:  coursework or academic preparation in the combined areas of higher education/adult education/community education; established research agenda with recent refereed publications; experience serving as the chair of doctoral committees; experience with distance learning and online course delivery methodologies; experience working with international and multicultural student populations; commitment to diverse learners.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees. Send letter of application summarizing qualifications, curriculum vitae, and three current letters of reference to:  ahcesearch@bsu.edu (electronic submission preferred).  For information, contact Dr. Charles Payne, Search Committee Chair (Tel:  765-285-5481; Email:  cpayne@bsu.edu).  Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/edstudies) Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.     ASSISTANT PROFESSOR DEPARTMENT OF URBAN PLANNING Tenure-track position available August 19, 2010.  Major responsibility:  teach in the common first-year program and in the department’s undergraduate and graduate urban planning programs, including environmental planning, sustainable urban design, and other courses within the faculty member’s area of expertise.  Minimum qualifications: master’s degree or higher in planning or a related discipline with a focus in the core areas of environmental planning and sustainable urban design; demonstrated potential for scholarly research and publication in area of expertise; university teaching experience with undergraduate students, part or full time. Preferred qualifications:  ABD or Ph.D. in planning; studio teaching experience; professional practice experience; ability to teach planning methods, GIS, and economic development courses.  Salary negotiable; excellent benefits, including 100% pension contribution and retiree health care for eligible employees. The Department of Urban Planning has accredited graduate and undergraduate degrees in planning.  There are 9 faculty members with about 60 undergraduate and 40 graduate students.  (www.bsu.edu/planning) Send letter of application, resume, transcript of highest degree earned, and the names and contact information for three references to:  Dr. Michael Burayidi, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Urban Planning, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   Review of applications will begin in January and will continue until the position is filled.   (www.bsu.edu/cap) Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. DIRECTOR OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID Professional position available immediately.  Responsibilities:  manage and direct the university’s student financial aid and scholarship programs (both need-based and merit-based aid), including planning and budgeting, awarding of aid, administering a wide range of aid and scholarship programs, and managing administrative systems that support the management and delivery of aid programs; serve as a senior member of the Enrollment, Marketing, and Communications division reporting to the Vice President; work closely with others to meet the enrollment goals of the university, which include attracting and retaining an academically talented and diverse student body.  Minimum qualifications: master’s degree; at least five years of progressively responsible experience in financial aid; experience in working with integrated enterprise resource planning student systems (ERP); thorough knowledge and understanding of federal aid regulations and requirements; strong interpersonal and communications skills. Preferred qualifications:  knowledge of and experience with tuition discount modeling; experience with large scale administrative systems implementation.  Competitive salary and benefits package. Send letter of application, resume, official transcript(s), and the names and contact information for three professional references to:  Tom Taylor; Vice President for Enrollment, Marketing, and Communications; Ball State University; Muncie, IN  47306.   Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu) Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.     ASSISTANT PROFESSOR DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY Tenure-track position available August 19, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teaching (both on-campus and online) undergraduate and graduate courses in gifted education and educational psychology; working with graduate students; publications.  Research specialty open but preference given to areas that most closely match needs of the department. Minimum qualification:  doctorate in educational psychology or related field of psychology completed by August 19, 2010.   Preferred qualification:  expertise in gifted studies, specifically in the area of curriculum and instruction for gifted learners.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees. The university’s proximity to Indianapolis and Fort Wayne provide educational psychology faculty opportunities to engage in professional service activities, including consultation and research collaborations in school districts across the state.  The department offers master’s and doctoral programs in educational psychology and an APA/NASP-approved doctoral program and a NASP-approved master’s/Ed.S. program in school psychology.  (www.bsu.edu/edpsych) Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation mailed by the respondents to:  Dr. Kristie Speirs Neumeister, Personnel Selection Committee, Department of Educational Psychology, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   Review of applications will begin December 15, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled. Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.   ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR--MILD DISABILITIES/INTERVENTIONS DEPARTMENT OF SPECIAL EDUCATION BALL STATE UNIVERSITY Tenure-track position available August 19 2010.  Responsibilities:  teaching undergraduate and graduate introductory, assessment, and methods courses related to mild disabilities/interventions; supervising practicum students and student teaching; advising students; conducting research.  Minimum qualifications: earned doctorate or provide evidence of ABD status (doctorate must be completed by August 19, 2010); at least three years of public school teaching experience.   Preferred qualifications:  earned doctorate with emphasis in special education; additional educational and/or professional experience in early childhood special education, deaf, autism, or severe/intense interventions; technology skills related to teaching and learning, including digital portfolios and online grading systems; evidence of scholarly productivity, including published articles, books, professional presentations, and related activities.  Excellent benefits, including 100% pension contribution and retiree health care for eligible employees. Send letter of application, vita, transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to:  Dr. John Merbler, Chairperson, Department of Special Education, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   (Email:  jmerbler@bsu.edu)  Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/teachers) Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.     ASSISTANT PROFESSOR DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL WORK Tenure-track position available August 19, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teach social work courses in the curriculum area of macro-level social work practice, social welfare policy and programs, and social work research and field practicum; conduct research in specialty areas; provide academic and professional advising services to students; be an active member of the academic and professional community.  Minimum qualifications: Master of Social Work degree from a Council on Social Work Education accredited program; two years of post MSW full-time social work practice experience; earned doctorate in social work or related discipline; teaching experience in undergraduate or graduate social work education; demonstrated use of information technology in social work education; record of scholarship and/or grant development; history of community or professional service.  Send letter of application describing teaching philosophies and detailing qualifications; curriculum vitae; official transcripts; two writing samples of recent, scholarly work; and three letters of reference to:  Dr. Ronald Dolon, Professor and Search Committee Chair, Department of Social Work, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306. Electronic submissions accepted via rdolon@bsu.edu.  Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/socwk) The Department of Social Work seeks to attract a culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber.  Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF BANDS/DIRECTOR OF ATHLETIC BANDS ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF MUSIC PERFORMANCE SCHOOL OF MUSIC Tenure-track position available August 1, 2010, as a 10-month assignment.  Responsibilities:  direct the “Pride of Mid-America” Marching Band and Basketball Band; conduct the Symphony Band; serve as a liaison with the Ball State University Athletics staff; teach Marching Band Techniques and ancillary courses based on the qualifications of the candidate; assist the Director of Bands in recruitment efforts and overall administration of the band program; engage in scholarly and creative activities; participate in faculty and professional service.  Minimum qualifications: master’s degree; teaching experience directing a contemporary marching band; teaching experience conducting concert bands and/or wind ensembles; ability to write computer assisted marching band drill.   Preferred qualifications:  doctoral degree; substantial experience with marching band and concert band/wind ensemble at the university level; ability to arrange marching band music.  Excellent benefits, including 100% pension contribution and retiree health care for eligible employees. The School of Music is comprised of approximately 400 undergraduate majors, 100 graduate students, and a faculty of more than 70 artists, teachers, and scholars.  The Music Instruction Building, completed in August 2004, provides a state-of-the-art home for BSU’s music performance and technology programs. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcript copy of the highest degree earned, and three to five current reference letters to:  Dr. Thomas Caneva, Chair, Assistant Director of Bands Search Committee, School of Music, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.  Additional material may be requested at a later date (and will be retained) but do not send videotapes/recordings at this time.  Review of applications will begin December 1, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/music) Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.     ASSISTANT PROFESSOR DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY Tenure-track position in analytical chemistry or related cross-disciplinary area available August 19, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teaching undergraduate and graduate classes in preferred discipline as well as teaching general chemistry; developing an active research program in an area that complements the department’s existing research programs and involves undergraduate and graduate students.  Minimum qualifications: Ph.D. in chemistry or closely related area by August 19, 2010; evidence of potential for excellence in teaching; evidence of potential for excellence in research.   Preferred qualifications:  postdoctoral research experience; teaching experience at the collegiate level (e.g., teaching assistant, instructor, assistant professor); research interests that focus on an area which complements the department’s existing research programs.  Excellent benefits, including 100% pension contribution and retiree health care for eligible employees.   Send letter of application, vita, names and contact information for three references (original letters of reference strongly preferred), undergraduate and graduate transcripts, statement of teaching philosophy, and description of proposed research to:  Dr. Patricia L. Lang, Chairperson, Department of Chemistry, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/chemistry)   Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.     ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/LAND MANAGEMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT   Tenure-track position available August 19, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teach courses in resource management and one or more sections each semester of an introductory course (Environment and Society) as part of University Core Curriculum; teach courses that contribute to a new concentration in NREM within the undergraduate curriculum, including one or more that may be developed based on the successful applicant’s area of specialization; incorporate principles of natural resource management and environmental policy into a comprehensive extramurally-funded research program; collaborate with state and federal agencies and businesses or local community organizations; advise undergraduate and graduate students.  Minimum qualifications: master’s degree and ABD in a field closely related to natural resources or environmental science/studies by August 1, 2010; at least one year teaching at the college or university level; demonstrated evidence of excellence in teaching.   Preferred qualifications:  Ph.D. completed in land management, environmental science or fields closely related to natural resources or environmental science/studies; demonstrated evidence of dedication to quality learner-centered teaching and being adept at motivating critical thinking; applied professional experience in land management; applied research methodologies (quantitative, qualitative, or mixed); research experience involving geographic information systems.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees.   Send letter of application, current curriculum vitae, statements of personal teaching and research philosophies, copies of official graduate and undergraduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to:  Dr. Paul Chandler, Search Committee Chair, Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   Review of applications will begin January 11, 2010, and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/nrem)   The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management seeks to attract an active, culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber.  Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.       ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/INDUSTRIAL POLLUTION CONTROL DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT   Tenure-track position available August 19, 2010. Responsibilities: teach courses in air resources, indoor air quality, occupational and industrial hygiene, applied courses in pollution control, and others based on the needs of the department; incorporate principles of atmospheric science, industrial processes, and air pollution control into a comprehensive extramurally-funded research program; collaborate with state and federal agencies and businesses or local community organizations; advise undergraduate and graduate students; build linkages with faculty and students from other disciplines. Minimum qualifications: master’s degree and ABD in a field closely related to natural resources or environmental science/studies by August 1, 2010; at least one year teaching at the college or university level; demonstrated evidence of excellence in teaching. Preferred qualifications:  earned Ph.D. by time of appointment in industrial processes, environmental engineering, air quality, environmental science, or related field with expertise and research interest in industrial processes and air pollution control; demonstrated evidence of dedication to quality learner-centered teaching and being adept at motivating critical thinking, research experience involving geographic information systems.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees.   Send letter of application, current curriculum vitae, statements of personal teaching and research philosophies, copies of official graduate and undergraduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to:  Dr. John Pichtel, Search Committee Chair, Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   Review of applications will begin January 11, 2010, and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/nrem)   The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management seeks to attract an active, culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber.  Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.       ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/COMMUNITY HEALTH EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOLOGY AND HEALTH SCIENCE     Tenure-track position in community health education available August 19, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in the areas related to community health methods and materials, social marketing strategies, methods and materials using technology, and internship supervision; scholarship; service.  Minimum qualifications: all requirements for doctoral degree in community or public health education/promotion or closely related field completed by August 19, 2010; experience in community or public health education; evidence of excellent teaching skills; C.H.E.S. or C.H.E.S. eligible.   Preferred qualifications:  successful college or university teaching experience; experience using technology; record of scholarly accomplishments including publications, success or interest in obtaining extramural funding.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees.   Send letter of application that includes teaching and scholarly interests, curriculum vitae, graduate and undergraduate transcripts, and the names and contact information for three references to:  Dr. Jerome Kotecki, Chairperson of the Search Committee, Department of Physiology and Health Science, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   Review of applications will begin December 4, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/physiology)   Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.       ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/WELLNESS MANAGEMENT FISHER INSTITUTE FOR WELLNESS AND GERONTOLOGY   Tenure-track position available August 19, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teach courses primarily in the Wellness Management program such as foundations, wellness management administration, and research design from the core offerings and elective courses related to lifespan wellness; actively pursue scholarship (refereed publications and presentations and external funding); advise and directly supervise graduate thesis research and doctoral cognate offerings; supervise students in various real-world, immersive experiences designed to support the students’ academic training and serve the community; serve as a representative of the department on university-related and other professional committees; involvement in collaborative research related to wellness management practice.  The Wellness Management degree program offers a unique opportunity for students to combine business and health management related coursework.  Minimum qualifications: earned doctoral degree from an accredited institution of higher education; excellent communication (verbal, written, and electronic) and technology skills; knowledge of current practices, research and trends in wellness management practice; commitment to academic excellence.   Preferred qualifications:  experience teaching at the graduate level in higher education settings; research experience and a proven publication record related to wellness management practice; supervisory experience; record of leadership in field; successful grant writing record.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees.   Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcript of highest degree earned, and the names and contact information for three references to:  Dr. Jane Ellery, Chair of Search Committee, Fisher Institute for Wellness and Gerontology, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/wellness)   Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.   COLLECTIONS DEVELOPMENT LIBRARIAN UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES   Professional position available immediately.  Responsibilities:  develop University Libraries’ collections by performing activities related to the selection, evaluation, acquisition, accessibility, and maintenance of electronic, digital, and other information resources; strengthen and promote collections based on data analysis and understanding of university curricula, programs, and research needs and knowledge of emerging trends in scholarly communications and publishing.  Minimum qualifications: MLS/MLIS/MIS degree from an ALA accredited program at time of appointment; at least one year of experience in library acquisitions, collection management, or electronic resources management; effective oral and written communication skills; working knowledge of basic Microsoft Office applications; ability to work productively and collaboratively in an environment of changes; analytical and problem solving skills.  Assignment may require working some evenings and/or weekends.   Preferred qualifications:  additional advanced degrees in an academic discipline; academic library experience; experience with approval book plans and library automated systems; familiarity with publishers and issues and trends in publishing.  Salary up to $48,100 plus excellent benefits.   Send letter of application, resume, transcript of graduate degree(s) (unofficial copies acceptable), and the names and contact information for three references (at least one of which is a current or former supervisor) to:  Dr. Arthur W. Hafner, Dean of University Libraries, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306 or to libsearch@bsu.edu.   Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/library)   Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.       ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/MATHEMATICS EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES   Tenure-track position available August 19, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teaching approximately 8 to 9 hours per semester (both content and methods); scholarship in mathematics education; professional service, including working with both prospective and in-service teachers at the elementary, middle and/or high school levels.  Minimum qualifications: ABD in mathematics education by August 1, 2010; all requirements for doctorate in mathematics education completed by August 1, 2011; current or previous teaching licensure or certification; at least two years of K-12 teaching experience.  Preferred qualifications:  doctorate in mathematics education; bachelor’s degree or higher in one of the mathematical sciences; experience working in a culturally diverse academic environment.  Additional benefits for first-year faculty are negotiable.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees.    The Department of Mathematical Sciences currently has 23 tenure-track faculty, including 6 with doctoral degrees in mathematics education, and additional faculty in pure and applied mathematics, statistics, and actuarial science.  The department offers a range of academic programs including the BA and BS in mathematics teaching and the MA in mathematics education, which includes options for elementary/middle school teachers and secondary school teachers.   Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, research summary, three letters of reference at least one of which substantially addresses the candidate’s teaching ability and performance, and copy of undergraduate and graduate transcripts to:  Dr. Ann Leitze, Chair, Mathematics Education Search Committee, Department of Mathematical Sciences, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   (Tel:  765-285-8648; Fax:  765-285-1721; Email:  aleitze@bsu.edu)  Review of completed applications will begin January 11, 2010, and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/math)   The Department of Mathematical Sciences seeks to attract an active, culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber.  Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.       ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/POSTCOLONIAL LITERATURE DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH   Tenure-track position available August 19, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teach and develop a wide range of undergraduate and graduate literature courses, particularly in postcolonial literatures and postcolonial theory; publish scholarship in postcolonial literature.  Minimum qualifications: earned doctorate in English or related field by August 1, 2010, with specialization in postcolonial literature; record of effective teaching at the college or university level; record of publications and/or presentations in area of specialization.  Preferred qualifications:  expertise in drama and/or contemporary British literature; experience collaborating with academic, corporate, and community partners; experience with research and/or teaching in digital literacy and emerging media contexts; commitment to creative and interdisciplinary endeavors.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees.   Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, dissertation abstract or book prospectus, and copies of graduate transcripts as pdf or MSWord attachments to engsearch@bsu.edu or by mail to:  Dr. Deborah Mix, Chair, Tenure-Track Literature Search Committee, Department of English, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306. (Fax:  765-285-3765)  Review of applications will begin November 15, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu)   Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.       ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR—SCHOOL HEALTH EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOLOGY AND HEALTH SCIENCE   Tenure-track position in health education available August 19, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teaching school health education professional preparation courses with emphasis on teaching methods and materials, coordinated school health programs, methods and materials using technology, elementary school health program, and health content courses; scholarly activity; service.  Minimum qualifications: all requirements for doctoral degree in health education/promotion or closely related field completed by August 19, 2010; minimum of one year of K-12 health classroom teaching experience; hold/have held a certification or licensure for teaching; successful college or university teaching experience.   Preferred qualifications:  experience in using multimedia and computer applications in distance education; additional years of successful teaching experience; experience teaching health content courses such as drug education or sexuality; C.H.E.S. or C.H.E.S. eligible.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees.   Send letter of application that includes teaching and scholarly activity interests, curriculum vitae, graduate and undergraduate transcripts, and the names and contact information for three references to:  Dr. Denise Seabert, Chairperson of the Search Committee, Department of Physiology and Health Science, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   Review of applications will begin December 4, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/physiology)   Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.     PHYLLIS A. MILLER PROFESSORSHIP IN HEALTH ECONOMICS   The Miller College of Business invites nominations and applications for a faculty position to support the College’s initiative in the broad area of health care studies.  Rank is open at the associate or full professor level.  Funding is provided through the Phyllis A. Miller Endowment.  The position is available August 19, 2010, and in addition to a highly competitive salary, includes excellent benefits with 100 percent pension contributions and retiree health care for eligible employees as well as re-assigned time for scholarship.   Primary responsibilities:  lead a team of faculty to develop and implement a research agenda that will garner national recognition through published scholarship in the area of health care issues, initiate and collaborate on external grant writing, develop and deliver a curriculum in health care studies at the graduate and undergraduate level, and interact closely with the regional health care and business communities.  The College’s Center for Business and Economic Research offers an excellent forum to disseminate scholarly research and engage the broader community.  Minimum qualifications: earned doctorate; established record of published research and scholarship in health care studies; good classroom skills; evidence of interacting effectively with the business community.  Preferred qualifications:  Ph.D. in economics; ability to create and lead a collaborative research and learning community; record of obtaining external grants; experience with curriculum development.   The Miller College of Business offers undergraduate and graduate degrees (MBA and MS) through five departments:  Accounting, Economics, Finance & Insurance, Information Systems & Operations Management, and Marketing & Management.  Visit www.bsu.edu/business.  Ball State University encourages, supports, rewards, and celebrates immersive learning where students learn through real world experience, field studies, and project work built into their coursework and curriculum.   Send letter of application, current vita, and the names and contact information for three references to:  Dr. Tung Liu, Chairperson, Department of Economics, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.   Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.       ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/COLONIAL AND REVOLUTIONARY AMERICA DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY   Tenure-track faculty position available August 19, 2010.  Major responsibility:  teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in the areas of specialization as well as survey courses in United States history.  Minimum qualification: ABD in history (specialties in colonial and revolutionary America) with degree completed by August 19, 2010.   Preferred qualifications:  Ph.D. in history with specialties in colonial and revolutionary America; teaching experience at college or university level; interest in exploration of information technology as related to research and teaching.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees.   Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation to:  E. Bruce Geelhoed, Chairperson, Department of History, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306. (Fax:  765-285-5612; Email:  bgeelhoed@bsu.edu)   Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/history)   The Department of History seeks to attract an active, culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber.  Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF JAPANESE DEPARTMENT OF MODERN LANGUAGES AND CLASSICS Tenure-track position available August 19, 2010.  Responsibilities:  generalist (area of specialization open) capable of teaching a full range of courses in Japanese language, literature, and culture; scholarly commitment to teaching excellence and research; willingness to serve in departmental activities and to advise students.  Minimum qualifications:  ABD in Japanese or appropriate related field; native or near-native fluency in Japanese and English; evidence of successful college-level teaching; willingness to commit to active engagement in departmental activities, service initiatives, and scholarly pursuits.   Preferred qualifications:  Ph.D. in Japanese or appropriate related field; interdisciplinary interests; record of research and publication; involvement in appropriate professional organizations; Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) experience.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, official transcripts, and three recent letters of recommendation to:  Dr. Christopher Luke, Chairperson, Department of Modern Languages and Classics, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/languages) The Department of Modern Languages and Classics seeks to attract a culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber.  Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.     ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/MINERALOGY/PETROLOGY DEPARTMENT OF GEOLOGICAL SCIENCES Tenure-track position with specialization in mineralogy/petrology with secondary area of sedimentary, metamorphic, economic geology, geoinformatics, or structural geology available August 19, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teaching introductory mineralogy course and advanced coursework in specialty area(s); regularly teaching introductory geology and/or oceanography; performing and advising scholarly research; developing external funding and publishing in appropriate refereed outlets; participating in service functions of the department.  Minimum qualifications: Ph.D. in geology or closely related field by August 1, 2010; appropriate background to teach mineralogy and at least one of the secondary areas defined above. Preferred qualifications:  college teaching and/or professional experience; research demonstrating potential for extramural funding; record of effective interaction with students and faculty on individual projects and research.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees. Electronically send letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching and research interests and goals, transcript of highest degree earned, and names and contact information for at least three professional references to knichols@bsu.edu.  Application materials should be in PDF format.  Dr. Kirsten Nicholson is Search Committee Chair. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/geology) The Department of Geological Sciences seeks to attract a culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber.  Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.     ASSISTANT PROFESSOR DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL SCIENCE Tenure-track position available August 19, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teach graduate courses in public policy and administration as well as undergraduate courses in state and local government and intergovernmental relations; pursue an active research agenda in policy analysis and state and local government administration.  The department houses the Bowen Center for Public Affairs, which conducts original research and training programs in state and local government policy/administration. Minimum qualification: ABD with substantial progress toward completion of dissertation in political science or public administration with a concentration in policy analysis and state and local government administration.   Preferred qualifications:  Ph.D. completed by August 19, 2010, in political science or public administration with a concentration in policy analysis and state and local government administration; record of scholarly activity; teaching at the college level; interest in working with interns and government agencies.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, graduate transcript(s), three letters of recommendation, teaching evaluations, and sample of academic writing to:  Dr. Joseph Losco, Chairperson, Department of Political Science, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/poli-sci) The Department of Political Science seeks to attract an active, culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber.  Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.     ASSISTANT PROFESSOR DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE   Tenure-track position available August 19, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teach graduate and undergraduate courses in psychology; remain current in and contribute to research in a specialty area; contribute to the service activities of the department and discipline.  Minimum qualifications: completed all requirements for a Ph.D. degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA-accredited training program by August 1, 2010; expertise to teach courses in the psychology major and demonstrated potential as a teacher-scholar.  Preferred qualifications:  completed Ph.D. in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA-accredited training program; experience teaching undergraduate or graduate courses in clinical, counseling, and/or abnormal psychology as well as courses in any of the following areas—developmental psychology, psychology of women/gender, diversity issues in psychology, psychology of adjustment, and/or introductory psychology; interest in making significant contributions to the M.A. programs; research which has led to publication in refereed professional journals.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees.   Send letter of application highlighting qualifications, complete curriculum vitae, transcripts showing highest degree awarded, copies of one to three sample publications or convention presentations, summaries of teaching evaluations, and three letters of recommendation to:  Clinical/Counseling Search Committee, Department of Psychological Science, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   At least one letter of recommendation must include an evaluation of the applicant’s teaching experience and ability.  An ABD applicant must also include a letter from his/her department chairperson or graduate program director verifying that all requirements for the Ph.D. degree will be met by August 1, 2010.  Review of applications will begin January 8, 2010, and will continue until the position is filled.  Applicants are requested to submit all materials by mail to the listed address; online application sites will not be monitored for applications or correspondence. (www.bsu.edu/psysc) The Department of Psychological Science seeks to attract a culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber.  Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.     ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/NEWS-EDITORIAL SEQUENCE DEPARTMENT OF JOURNALISM Tenure-track position available August 19, 2010, in the ACEJMC-accredited Department of Journalism.  The department is housed in leading-edge facilities with high-end technology in the classrooms and labs. Responsibilities:  teaching opportunities for undergraduate courses, including multimedia storytelling, emerging media, writing and editing across platforms, and graduate courses in theories, research methods and management; program leadership opportunities in the news-editorial sequence.  Minimum qualifications: master’s degree or higher in journalism or related field; teaching experience at the university level; evidence of teaching effectiveness; well-defined research area; understanding of digital methods as applied to journalism; understanding of emerging media and storytelling methods across platforms; ability to teach graduate level research methods courses and writing and editing courses; at least five years of professional news experience and strong industry contacts.   Preferred qualifications:  doctorate degree in journalism or related field; established record of scholarly research; experience in quantitative or qualitative research methods.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees. Send letter of application, vita/resume, official transcript of highest degree earned, and the names and contact information for at least three references to:  Mary Spillman, Search Committee Chair, Department of Journalism, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/journalism) Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.     ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY DEPARTMENT OF ANTHROPOLOGY Tenure-track position available August 19, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, including guidance of graduate student M.A. theses; providing applied, student-centered field experiences in the United States; research; service.  Minimum qualifications: Ph.D. in anthropology by August 1, 2010, with a specialization in applied anthropology with a focus on American culture; demonstrated excellence in teaching with active research and publishing efforts.  Preferred qualifications:  experience in museology, visual anthropology, business anthropology, anthropological linguistics, digital technology, race/ethnicity/class, environmental, economic development, post-socialism, and research in a second geographical region.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three references to:  Cultural Anthropologist Search Committee Chair, Department of Anthropology, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.  Direct questions to Dr. Paul Wohlt or Dr. Colleen Boyd, Search Committee Co-Chairs.  Review of applications will begin January 31, 2010, and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/anthropology) Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.       ASSISTANT PROFESSOR DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES Tenure-track position available August 19, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teaching load: 3/3—three undergraduate courses per semester; teaching courses in introduction to philosophy (ancient and modern) with the possibility of an additional upper level course; occasional honors thesis supervision; typical service responsibilities.  AOS:  History of Modern Philosophy, AOC:  Ancient. Minimum qualification:  earned doctorate in philosophy prior to application. Preferred qualifications:  post-graduate teaching experience; evidence of excellence in teaching.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees. Send electronically a brief letter of application, statement of research interests, teaching statement discussing pedagogical choices and learning objectives, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, and writing sample to:  aeadams@bsu.edu, Ann Adams, Administrative Coordinator, Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies. Arrange to have three letters of recommendation forwarded by the referees.  Deadline for applications is November 20, 2009. (www.bsu.edu/philosophy) The Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies seeks to attract an active, culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber.  Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.  Information on diversity initiatives at the university level may be found at www.bsu.edu/diversity.       ASSISTANT PROFESSOR DEPARTMENT OF URBAN PLANNING Tenure-track position available August 20, 2010.  Major responsibilities:  teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in the areas of planning studios (physical, comprehensive, and urban design), first-year common curriculum (environmental design), environmental planning, land use planning, methods (including GIS), and other courses within the faculty member’s areas of expertise.  Minimum qualifications: master’s degree or higher in planning or a closely related field; university teaching experience with undergraduate students, part or full time.   Preferred qualifications:  Ph.D. in planning; studio teaching experience; professional practice.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees. The department has accredited graduate and undergraduate degrees in planning.  In addition, there are 9 faculty members with about 60 undergraduate and 40 graduate students.  Moreover, the department prides itself as being an immersive teaching environment. Send letter of application, resume, transcript of the highest degree earned, and the names of three references to:  Dr. Michael Burayidi, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Urban Planning, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/cap) Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.     ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF HORN SCHOOL OF MUSIC Tenure-track position available August 20, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teach undergraduate and graduate applied horn; perform with the Musical Arts Wind Quintet; provide an artistic model in a fine arts setting; maintain a national profile in performance and professional service; recruit and maintain a strong horn studio; advise students; participate in the student chamber music program; assist in job and graduate school placement, curricular development, and faculty governance.  Additional performance opportunities may be available locally and regionally. Minimum qualifications:  master’s degree in music; strong performance history; record of successful college teaching.  Preferred qualifications:  demonstrated ability to recruit and retain quality students on the college level; exceptional performance background; completed doctorate; experience in coaching chamber music and teaching horn repertoire and pedagogy.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees. The School of Music offers bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees as well as the Artist Diploma and has an enrollment of approximately 400 undergraduate and 100 graduate students.  In addition, the Music Instruction Building, newly completed in 2004, features a state-of-the-art concert hall and recording facilities. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference written within the past two years, short list of additional references who may be contacted, CD of performances from within the past two years representing various styles, and transcript copy of the highest degree earned to:  Dr. Mark Mordue, Chair, Horn Search Committee, School of Music, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 47306.   Samples of recordings, scholarly publications, and other supporting materials may be included with the application.  Additional supporting materials may be requested at a later date.  All materials will be retained.  Review of applications will begin December 1, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/music) Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.       CHAIRPERSON DEPARTMENT OF ART The College of Fine Arts invites nominations and applications for the position of Chairperson of the Department of Art.  Position is available July 1, 2010.  Responsibilities:  plans, directs, and coordinates the academic, operational, personnel, budgetary, and promotional activities pertaining to the department; provides leadership and direction in the development and implementation of academic programs;  advocates quality in teaching. Minimum qualifications: appropriate terminal degree in art discipline; demonstrated administrative capabilities and experience in exercising leadership and consultative decision-making at the departmental level in higher education; experience with key aspects of curricular development, budget activities, facilities, equipment and new technologies; demonstrated teaching ability in higher education; strong record of scholarly and/or creative activities.  Preferred qualifications:  graduate programs administration; experience with national accreditation processes; familiarity with fundraising/grant writing and community based funding.  Salary is commensurate with experience, training, and market conditions. Send letter of application; complete and current professional resume or vita; statement of administrative philosophy; names and contact information for three or more references; transcript of highest degree earned; labeled examples of recent work and student work (slides/CD/DVD/URL) and/or examples of published work as appropriate to the applicant’s discipline; and a pre-addressed, stamped envelope to:  Professor Patricia Nelson, Chairperson Search Committee, Department of Art, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306. Although every effort will be made to return materials after completion of the search, Ball State University cannot be responsible for materials submitted in support of a candidate’s application.  Review of applications will begin December 1, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/art) Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.     ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT OF TECHNOLOGY Tenure-track position available August 20, 2010, with possibility of summer employment.  Responsibilities:  teaching courses in the following areas—mechanical and electrical systems, building diagnostics, sustainability in construction, and construction safety; scholarship in the specialty area or related field.  Major focus of the position includes background, knowledge, and skills in the areas of construction science and construction management and the ability to work cooperatively with faculty and staff to foster curriculum implementation, assessment, and improvement.  Minimum qualifications: at least one degree in construction management or related field; requirements for a doctorate completed on or before August 13, 2010; relevant professional experience in construction management or related field; effective oral and written communication skills; ability to work cooperatively and interact effectively with faculty and staff to contribute to the strategic plan for the department, college, and university.  Preferred qualifications:  significant professional experience in construction management; record of successful teaching of construction management or related field; evidence of scholarship through publications, presentations, and successful grant proposals; successful involvement with professional organizations in the discipline.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees. Send letter of application, resume, three original letters of recommendation, and official university transcripts to:  Dr. James Jones, Construction Management Search Committee Chair, Department of Technology, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/technology) Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.     ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/GLASS ARTS DEPARTMENT OF ART Tenure-track position available January 11, 2010, or June 1, 2010, depending on candidate availability.  Responsibilities:  helping to develop the department’s new glass major and glass facilities (set to open Fall Semester 2010); teaching a range of art and glass courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels; contributing to the maintenance and operation of the department’s glass arts studios; engaging in research and artistic productivity; serving as an advocate for the glass arts within the university and in the larger community. Minimum qualifications: MFA in glass; record of scholarly/creative productivity appropriate to the rank of Associate; demonstrated expertise in at least one area of glass art production—glass blowing, casting, or kiln-work; successful teaching of a wide range of glass art production techniques at the college level; demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within the department, university, and community.  Preferred qualifications:  experience teaching and advising graduate students in glass media; significant record of exhibitions and professional accomplishments such as grant writing; demonstrated expertise in multiple areas of glass production—blowing, casting, kiln-work and cold work; knowledge of the history and criticism of the glass arts; experience developing glass arts curricula at the undergraduate and graduate level; demonstrated ability to construct and maintain glass shop equipment.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees. Send letter of application, current vita, artist/teaching statement, contact information with email addresses for three references, MFA transcript, CD of 20 jpeg examples of personal work and 20 examples of student work in PowerPoint or jpeg format, and representative syllabi examples to:  Professor Kenton Hall, Glass Search Chairperson, Department of Art, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.   Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/art)   Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.       ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/LIGHTING DESIGNER/SOUND DESIGNER AND TEACHER DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE AND DANCE BALL STATE UNIVERSITY MUNCIE, INDIANA   Tenure-track position available August 20, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teach courses in lighting design, sound design, lighting technology, stagecraft, and other related design courses at the undergraduate level; supervise student lighting/sound designers in assigned productions; produce designs for selected department productions; work in collaboration with theatre and dance faculty, staff, and students in facilitating the production program, including two dance concerts per season.  Minimum qualifications:  MFA in design completed by August 19, 2010; one year of teaching experience; excellent communication and organizational skills; computer competency in stage lighting/sound applications; ability to work collegially within a liberal arts setting.  Preferred qualifications:  MFA in lighting and/or sound completed by completed by August 19, 2010; significant professional experience as lighting and/or sound designer; five years of teaching experience at the university/college level.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees.   The department is a BFA/BA/BS undergraduate-only program with 335 theatre majors and 55 dance majors and a full-time faculty of 16 theatre and 6 dance.  Theatre and Dance programs are NAST & NASD accredited. Send one-page letter of application, one-page philosophy of teaching in a BFA/BA/BS setting with pre-professional standards, curriculum vitae, the names and contact information for three references, certified transcript of the highest degree earned, and a limited portfolio which includes 5 color plates and/or digital photographs representative of the candidate’s design work to:  Kip Shawger, Chair, Lighting Designer/Sound Designer/Teacher Screening Committee, Department of Theatre and Dance, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306.  Review of applications will begin November 9, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled.  (www.bsu.edu/theatre) Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.

St. Cloud State University Assistant or Associate Professor in Land Surveying, Department of Geography, tenure-track nine-month appointment*, contingent on funding Commensurate with qualifications and experience August 17, 2010 The Department of Geography is one of the largest in the upper Midwest, and houses majors in Geography, Travel and Tourism, Land Surveying, a minor in GIS, and a Masters degree program.  For more information, contact Prof. Jeff Torguson at jstorguson@stcloudstate.edu. In order to be considered for tenure, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to: teach and/or perform assignment effectively in other current assignments, produce a record of scholarly or creative achievement or research, continue preparation and study, contribute to student growth and development and provide service to the university and community. Required:  Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Surveying, Geomatics or related field by appointment date.  Licensure as a Professional Surveyor in a U.S. State is expected for tenure.  Qualified candidates must be able to teach courses in Land Surveying and play a leadership role in the Land Surveying program. Highly desired:  College level teaching experience in Surveying, Platting, Cadastral Surveying, Land Development, GPS, Geodesy and Least Squares Adjustments and proficiency in oral and written communication.  The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to teach and work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds and to work with the surveying profession in Minnesota.  Barb Hartkopf, Office Manager Department of Geography St. Cloud State University 720 Fourth Avenue South St. Cloud MN 56301-4498 Contact info:  Phone (320) 308-3160; Fax (320)308-1660 Send complete applications (cover letter, vita, copies of transcripts) and three current letters of recommendation.   Review of applications will being on March 15, 2010 and continue until the position is filled.  Emailed applications may be sent to the Geography Department Office Manager, Barb Hartkopf at: bjhartkopf@stcloudstate.edu *Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization, which can be found at http://www.stcloudstate.edu/humanresources/documents/IFO07-09Contract-complete.pdf.     Assistant Professor in Chicana/o Studies, probationary nine-month position* (contingent on funding) Salary is dependent on educational background and experience, and is governed by a  collective bargaining agreement.  A number of insurance, medical and travel benefits are available to faculty under this contract. August 17, 2010 Teach courses in Chicana/o Studies (introductory, upper level, contemporary issues, cultural expressions) and introductory course on major U.S. communities of color.  Advise students interested in a Chicana/o Studies minor, engage in community outreach, work with students both formally and informally.  Conduct study abroad opportunities for students in Mexico and/or other Latin American countries.   In order to be considered for tenure, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to:  1) teach and/or perform assignment effectively; 2) conduct scholarly achievement or research; 3) continue preparation and study in discipline; 4) contribute to student growth and development; and 5) provide service to the university and community.  Required:  PhD or other terminal degree; ABD considered if record shows the desired qualifications below, and degree completed by 8/17/10. Highly Desired:  expertise in Chicana/o Mexican-American Studies; experience in study abroad in Mexico, border areas and/or indigenous Latin America; ability to act as role model for Chicana/o students; experience in Chicana/o communities; commitment to teaching excellence and scholarly activity. Desired:  knowledge of and/or experience in Chicana/o life in U.S. Midwest; knowledge of Spanish language. Search Committee Chair Ethnic Studies Department; 51B-Room 227 St. Cloud State University 720 Fourth Avenue South St. Cloud MN 56301-4498 Phone (320) 308-4928; Fax (320)308-5660 Application must include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, 3 recent letters of profession recommendation, undergraduate and graduate transcripts (copies accepted for initial screening), and other evidence of qualifications as outlined above.  Application must be postmarked no later than January 20, 2010 to be considered. *Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization http://www.stcloudstate.edu/humanresources/documents/IFO07-09Contract-complete.pdf. Dean – College of Education Commensurate with education and experience July 1, 2010 The Dean of the College of Education reports to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs and provides leadership, planning, coordination and management of personnel, programs and services.  Duties include promoting the development of a positive environment for teaching, learning, research and service in the College of Education; responsibility for overseeing hiring procedures, supervision and evaluation of faculty and staff; providing leadership and guidance in the professional development of faculty including recruitment, appointment, promotions, tenure, leaves and scholarly endeavors; determining fiscal and personnel needs, making budgetary recommendations and allocating resources; representing the College and the University on  local, state, national, international and other professional education groups as well as representation on various campus administrative councils, committees and task forces; developing and maintaining undergraduate and graduate programs; developing and supervising grants and contracts; assisting in fundraising; provide leadership for the College of Education with regard to aligning college programs and activities to the University’s Strategic Plan; rethink and collaborate with faculty in the reform of teacher preparation program to address critical regional needs. Required:  Earned doctorate in Education or other field represented by the College of Education and a successful record of teaching excellence, scholarly achievement and service; and seven years of experience in academic administration and teaching in higher education.    Evidence of demonstrated competencies preferred: consultative leadership style; experience with and knowledge of partnerships/collaborations with public schools, community organizations, foundations, and other institutions of higher education; support and advocacy for faculty, staff and students; support for effective teaching and a broad interpretation and understanding of other scholarly and creative activities; knowledge of and advocacy for external funding/grants, involvement/experience in education issues at national/state levels; effective teaching and other scholarly activities; experience with personnel management including hiring and evaluation; experience with budgets and resource allocation; experience with institutional/organizational accreditation and external program review; experience with or understanding of ongoing assessment and accountability; knowledge of faculty governance and collective bargaining; ability to create a positive vision for the future of the College and guiding the college towards this vision; commitment to cultural diversity and international programs/global education and the ability to teach and work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds. Search Committee Chair, Dean of the College of Education c/o Greta Abel St. Cloud State University 720 Fourth Avenue South, AS209 St. Cloud MN 56301-4498 Phone:  (320)308-4909; Fax: (320)308-5292 Electronic Applications can be submitted by email at gmabel@stcloudstate.edu  Applications should include a cover letter, vita, transcripts (copies acceptable for initial screening) and names, addresses, e-mail addresses and phone numbers of 3-5 references.  For best consideration, application should be received by January 15, 2010; position is open until filled. Assistant Professor Macroeconomics, Nine-month* tenure-track position in the Economics Department (subject to budgetary and institutional approval)  Commensurate with education and experience August 17, 2010 Teaching assignments include: macroeconomics, money and banking, economic forecasting, and principles. In order to be considered for tenure, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to:  1) teach and/or perform assignment effectively; 2) conduct scholarly achievement or research; 3) continue preparation and study in discipline; 4) contribute to student growth and development; and 5) provide service to the university and community.  Required: •    Ph.D. in Economics by starting date.   Preferred: •    Candidates with a primary field in macroeconomics, and money and banking with secondary field in economic forecasting, emphasizing macroeconomic applications. •    College teaching experience desired. •    Demonstrated ability to teach and work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds.  Macro Screening Committee Department of Economics SH386 St. Cloud State University 720 Fourth Avenue South St. Cloud MN 56301-4498 Phone:  (320)308-2227 Application must include: cover letter; vita; three recent letters of recommendation; graduate transcripts (copies acceptable for initial screening); reprints of published work or writing sample of current research; evidence of quality teaching.  Application deadline is December 7, 2009. *Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization, which can be found at http://www.stcloudstate.edu/humanresources/documents/IFO07-09Contract-complete.pdf.  Associate/Full Professor of Educational Administration and Leadership, Tenure Track, nine-month position* Commensurate with academic qualifications and experience Fall, 2010 Assist in the implementation of the Ed.D. In Educational Administration and Leadership; teach in the Ed.D. and licensure programs; recruit and advise students; assist students with program design and planning; serve on doctoral committees; supervise field experience and research projects; participate in department meetings, program planning, assessment and initiatives to promote and develop the Ed.D.and licensure programs; collaborate with school district personnel and with other university faculty; fulfill duties and responsibilities associated with fixed term positions. Required: Earned doctorate in Educational Administration or closely related field from an accredited institution; a minimum of five years administrative experience in PreK-12 public school settings; successful university teaching experiences; experience on doctoral level or, minimally, graduate level student advising; record of publications, research and/or presentations. Preferred: Evidence in working with research-based projects and serving on thesis/dissertation committees; experiences with doctoral level student advising and/or instruction; evidence of participation in professional organizations; evidence of collaboration/interaction with schools and districts; and ability to teach in two or more of the following areas: leadership, ethics, policy and governance, law, organizational management, global studies, public relations, human relations, and research methods; hold or have recently held an administrative license.  Additionally, the successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to teach and work with persons from diverse backgrounds and fulfill responsibilities associated with tenure track positions. Dr. Kay Worner, Search Committee Chair Department of Educational Leadership and Community Psychology St. Cloud State University 720 Fourth Avenue South St. Cloud MN 56301-4498 Phone (320) 308-2219; Fax (320)_308-3216_ Email:  ktworner@stcloudstate.edu A completed application must include letter of interest that addresses the qualifications and experience described, including experience in teaching and preferred areas, vita, transcripts from the institution awarding the highest degree (photocopies are acceptable for screening purposes but official transcripts are required for appointment), three current letters of recommendation, documentation of scholarly research and successful college/university teaching; copy of current administrative, if available.  Hard copies of above must be sent (emailed version are acceptable but must be followed by hard copies).  Application materials received by October 23th, 2009 will receive preferential regard; position is open until filled.  All finalists will be required to give a presentation to graduate students and faculty in Educational Administration and Leadership during the interview process. *Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization, which can be found at http://www.stcloudstate.edu/humanresources/documents/IFO07-09Contract-complete.pdf Assistant Professor in Behavior Analysis in Department of Educational Leadership and Community Psychology, Tenure-track, nine-month position* Commensurate with academic qualifications and experience. August 18, 2010 Department of Educational Leadership and Community Psychology offers the following degrees and programs: B.S. in Community Psychology and B.S. in Chemical Dependency and M.S. in Behavior Analysis, Community Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, and a graduate certificate in Chemical Dependency.   Teach undergraduate and graduate courses (emphasis in Behavior Analysis), advise students, direct thesis work, contribute to student growth and development, and engage in scholarly achievement and research and creative activity.  In order to be considered for tenure, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to:  1) teach and/or perform assignment effectively; 2) conduct scholarly achievement or research; 3) continue preparation and study in discipline; 4) contribute to student growth and development; and 5) provide service to the university and community. Required:  Doctorate in Psychology or related field with an emphasis in Behavior Analysis.  ABD in Psychology or related field with an emphasis in Behavior Analysis considered if Doctorate will be completed by August of 2010.  Preferred:  Qualifications to teach on campus and distance based graduate and undergraduate courses such as: Principles of Behavior, Applied Behavior Analysis, Behavior Therapy, Behavior Assessment, Behavior Analysis seminars, Single-Subject Experimental Design, introductory courses in the Community Psychology (major area), and provide supervision of practica and theses. A desirable candidate will have demonstrated ability to teach and work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds. Chair, Behavior Analysis Search Committee Department of Educational Leadership and Community Psychology St. Cloud State University 720 Fourth Avenue South St. Cloud MN 56301-4498 Phone (320)308.2160  Applications must include a letter of interest that addresses the qualification and experience described, including experience in teaching behavior analysis, experience or interest in distance based learning, vita, transcripts of all graduate - level work (copies are acceptable for initial screening), and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three references who can specifically comment on the applicant's abilities, experience and professional preparation.  Additional documentation may be requested of finalists. Review of applications will begin on September 30, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.  *Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization, which can be found at http://www.stcloudstate.edu/humanresources/documents/IFO07-09Contract-complete.pdf.       Assistant/Associate Professor of Marketing, Probationary (tenure-track) position, contingent on funding AACSB competitive with qualifications and experience Fall Semester, 2010 1. Teach undergraduate or graduate level marketing courses as needed 2. Contribute to the achievement of all departmental goals which include: (a) Providing a high quality learning environment, (b) maintaining AACSB-International accreditation, (c) research and other scholarly activity and maintaining academically qualified status as defined by accreditation standards, (d) curriculum and program development and enhancement, and (e) serving our students, the department, the college, the university, and various publics. Required: •    Ph.D. or D.B.A. in Marketing from an AACSB-International accredited institution (ABDs with completion within one year are also considered), •    Evidence of ability to teach marketing courses effectively, •    Evidence of ability and commitment to conduct research and other scholarly achievements in marketing consistent with AACSB-International accreditation, Highly Desired: •    Ability to contribute to departmental goals, •    Ability to teach and work effectively with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds, •    Willingness to provide service to the university community, and •    Willingness to contribute to student growth and development Diana Lawson, Dean G.R. Herberger College of Business St. Cloud State University 720 4th Avenue South St. Cloud, MN 56301-4498 e-mail: HCOBSearch@stcloudstate.edu A completed application includes: a letter of application which addresses position qualifications, current resume/vita, three recent reference letters, and complete undergraduate and graduate transcripts (photocopies acceptable for initial screening). All application materials for this position must be received by September 15, 2009. As part of the interview process, candidates with campus interviews will be required to give a seminar on their research and teach an undergraduate-level class. SCSU is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, GLBT, persons with disabilities and veterans. SCSU is a member of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. Websites:     St. Cloud State University -- http://www.stcloudstate.edu/                      Dept of Marketing & Business Law -- http://www.stcloudstate.edu/mkbl/default.asp                      City of St. Cloud -- http://ci.stcloud.mn.us/index.htm                      State of Minnesota -- http://www.exploreminnesota.com/home.aspx Assistant Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders, probationary nine-month appointment*, contingent on funding Salary dependent upon qualifications and experience January 5, 2010 Teaching graduate/undergraduate courses in communication disorders, providing clinical supervision, advising students, conducting research in area of expertise, and participating in departmental and university committees.  Evaluation for promotion and tenure is based on the following criteria: 1) teach and/or perform assignment effectively; 2) conduct scholarly achievement or research; 3) continue preparation and study in discipline; 4) contribute to student growth and development; and 5) provide service to the university and community. Required:  Ph.D. in communication disorders, CCC-SLP.  Eligibility for Minnesota licensure. ABDs considered.  Desired:  Experience in university teaching and clinical supervision.  Persons who apply for this position should be prepared to work with highly motivated students in a CAA accredited (speech language pathology) department.  All areas of expertise in speech-language pathology will be considered.  The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to teach and work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds. Rebecca Crowell, Au.D., CCC-A Communication Sciences and Disorders St. Cloud State University A216 Education Building 720 Fourth Avenue South St. Cloud MN 56301-4498 Phone (320) 308-4701; Fax (320)308-6441 Email: rlcrowell@stcloudstate.edu Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts (copies acceptable for initial screening), three letters of reference.  Screening begins August 18, 2009. *Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization, which can be found at http://www.stcloudstate.edu/humanresources/documents/IFO07-09Contract-complete.pdf.