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is a large, comprehensive, urban university with approximately 2,108
full- and part-time faculty and a diverse student body of approximately
over 37,130. The university offers a broad spectrum of programs, with
55 baccalaureate and 50 master's degrees in liberal arts and sciences
and in applied and professional fields and a joint doctorate in education.
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qualities of teaching and research universities where actively engaged
students, faculty and staff work in close collaborations to expand
knowledge. Research and other creative activities are enhanced by
the proximity of the campus to nationally recognized business, cultural,
and educational institutions. Faculty members were awarded more than
$16.2 million in grants and contracts for research and scholarly activities
in 2006-07. The university has a longstanding tradition of collegial
governance. Cal State Fullerton is strongly committed to achieving
excellence through cultural diversity. We are ranked 7th in the nation
in terms of baccalaureate degrees awarded to minorities. In addition
to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, Cal
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population can live, work and learn in an atmosphere of tolerance,
civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual.
To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consid-eration
without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion,,
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Women's Studies
Tenure-Track
The Women's Studies program at California State University, Fullerton
invites applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor
of Women's Studies.
Position
The area of emphasis is open. Areas of special interest include
religion and geopolitical feminism, feminist visual culture, or
women's health and the environment. We are looking for a colleague
to complement a small but growing program of two humanists and two
social scientists.
The main responsibilities of this position are to develop and teach
introductory and core Women's Studies courses. Department faculty
also have opportunities to develop courses in their areas of specialization.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to and participate
in the life and development of the program, advise students, serve
on academic committees, and participate in the broader disciplinary
community, as well as engage in an active research agenda.
Positive tenure and promotion decisions require excellent teaching
as well as research, peer-reviewed publication, and service at the
department, College, and University level.
Qualifications
- Ph.D. by the time of appointment
- Background and research specialization in Women's Studies, and
experience with feminist methodologies.
- Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching of a very
diverse, often first-generation student population.
- A strong record of scholarly accomplishments appropriate to
the level of appointment, and experience in working collaboratively
with colleagues and community is expected.
- The individual should also be familiar with and have an interest
in developing innovative technology skills to use in teaching.
Rank and Salary
The position will be at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure-track).
Salary is highly competitive and commensurate with qualifications
and experience. CSU Fullerton operates on a semester system that
enables faculty to teach in January and/or during the summer for
additional salary. Faculty may also apply for intramural grants
to do research during those months. An excellent comprehensive benefits
package is available which includes health/vision/dental plans;
spouse, domestic partner and/or dependent fee-waiver; access to
campus child-care as well as affordable housing program; and a defined-benefit
retirement through the state system, along with optional tax-sheltering
opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits, go to http://hr.fullerton.edu/Benefits/CompareBenefits.aspx
Job Control Number
23603G-08-003
Appointment Date
August 2008
Application Procedure
Please submit: (1) a cover letter describing teaching and research
experience and interests, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) one sample
syllabus, (4) a writing sample, and (5) three letters of recommendation
to:
Dr. Renae M. Bredin
Women's Studies Program, H-214
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA 92834-6868
(714) 278-3742
Email: rbredin@fullerton.edu
Application Deadline
Review of applications begins immediately. To assure full consideration,
please submit all required application materials by October 12,
2007; position will remain open until filled. For more information
about the program, visit our web site http://hss.fullerton.edu/womens/
Cal State Fullerton is an Equal Opportunity/
Title IX/503/504/VEVRA/ADA Employer
Achieving A Climate of Success Through
Diversity & Equity
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