Language and Thinking Faculty
Job description
Language and Thinking is an intensive introduction to the liberal arts and sciences with a particular focus on writing. Attended by all incoming Bard students during the last three weeks of August. Successful candidates for faculty positions come from many fields, including the humanities; the social, formal, and natural sciences; and the arts.
Qualifications
Applicants should have a strong interest in general education at the undergraduate level, a commitment to writing as one of the cornerstones of the liberal arts, and an active interest in interdisciplinary research and collaboration. Demonstrated success as a teacher is essential. New faculty responsibilities in 2017 include participation in two weekend meetings (9-11 June and 11-13 August), a one-week training session (10-14 July), and intensive full-time teaching during the program (14-31 August). Terminal degree (MFA or PhD.) is required.
2017 Program dates for faculty on the Annandale-on-Hudson campus:
9-11 June, Inaugural Faculty Weekend
10-14 July, New Faculty Training
11-31 August, Language and Thinking Program
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis beginning on Thursday, 19 January, 2017. We will give preference to applications received by Friday March 3rd. Submit complete applications thought Interoflio.com at: http://apply.interfolio.com/39964 Please include the following:
- Letter of interest which gives a sense of your teaching philosophy and practice
- Current CV
- Three confidential letters of recommendation
- Complete sets of student evaluations from two courses you have taught recently
- Writing sample (prose sample, preferably an essay, no page or content requirement)
Bard College is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity.