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Whichard Visiting Distinguished Professor

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East Carolina University
Location
Greenville, NC

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Whichard Visiting Distinguished Professor Please see Special Instructions for more details. Applications must be submitted online at www.jobs.ecu.edu, and should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, statement of teaching interests (including plans to engage with students and faculty in the humanities), evidence of teaching effectiveness, and the names of and contact information for three current references. Applicants should also arrange for three current letters of recommendation to be sent to: Chair, Whichard Search Committee, Department of English, East Carolina University, 2140 Bate Building, Mail Stop 555, Greenville, NC 27858. An official transcript is required upon employment. Qualifying degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.Review of applications will begin December 6, 2018; and the position will remain open until filled. Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Whichard Visiting Distinguished Professor Position Number 949040 Vacancy Open to All Candidates Department AAH English Department Homepage ecu.edu/english Advertising Department ENGLISH, DEPT OF Division Academic Affairs Classification Title Visiting Distinguished Professor Working Title Whichard Visiting Distinguished Professor Number of Vacancies 1 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0 Full Time or Part Time Full Time Recruitment Range Commensurate with Qualifications Position Location (City) Greenville Position Type Faculty (Teaching) Job Category Faculty (Teaching) Organizational Unit Overview

The Department of English (http://www.ecu.edu/english/) is one of sixteen departments in the Thomas Harriot College of Arts and Sciences at East Carolina University. It is a vibrant and research-active unit that offers three degrees: a B.A. in English; an M.A. in English with concentrations in eight different areas; and a Ph.D. in Rhetoric, Writing, and Professional Communication.

As an interdisciplinary undergraduate program, Gender Studies (http://www.ecu.edu/cs-cas/wost/) connects faculty across disciplinary boundaries around common interests in women, gender, and sexuality; scholars from across the humanities are well represented in the GENS community who participate regularly in Gender to a Tea, a series where faculty present their pre-publication gender-themed research.

East Carolina University (www.ecu.edu), a member of the 17-campus University of North Carolina System, is classified as a Doctoral/Research-Intensive University and enrolls around 29,000 students, with over 5,500 pursuing graduate and professional degrees. ECU is located in Greenville, NC (pop. 90,000), which lies 90 miles east of Raleigh and 80 miles from the Atlantic coast.

Job Duties

The Department of English invites applications for the Whichard Visiting Distinguished Professorship in the Humanities focused on gender and/or sexuality and multiethnic American literatures. This special one-year appointment starts August 12, 2019, and ends May 15, 2020. The faculty member appointed will be hired at the rank of Visiting Associate Professor or Visiting Professor.

The Whichard Distinguished Professor will teach one course per semester to include one English course in multicultural/ transnational literature and one English/Gender Studies cross-listed course in a selected topic. The appointee will guest lecture in other courses as appropriate.

The Whichard Distinguished Professor will also contribute through developing and participating in workshops, public lectures, and conversations relating to the humanities. The person appointed will act as an advocate for the importance of studying languages, literatures, and cultures and will engage not only with students and faculty in the Department, College, and University, but also with the East Carolina community at large.

Minimum Education/Experience

Applicants must have speaking fluency in English; a doctorate or equivalent degree in English, Gender or Women’s Studies, and/or another humanities-related field, such as Comparative Literature or Ethnic Studies; a distinguished record of publication; and a demonstrated commitment to the humanities.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

None

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

Preference will be given to candidates with a history of university engagement and participation in academic programming and community building. Candidates selected for interviews should be prepared to discuss ideas for using additional resources associated with the professorship.

Special Instructions to Applicant

Applications must be submitted online at www.jobs.ecu.edu, and should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, statement of teaching interests (including plans to engage with students and faculty in the humanities), evidence of teaching effectiveness, and the names of and contact information for three current references. Applicants should also arrange for three current letters of recommendation to be sent to: Chair, Whichard Search Committee, Department of English, East Carolina University, 2140 Bate Building, Mail Stop 555, Greenville, NC 27858. An official transcript is required upon employment. Qualifying degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Review of applications will begin December 6, 2018; and the position will remain open until filled.

Additional Instructions to Applicant

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Open Date 11/06/2018 Open Until Filled Yes Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date. Initial Screening Begins 12/06/2018 Rank Level Not Applicable Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting http://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/23094 AA/EOE

East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department for Disability Support Services at (252) 737-1016 (Voice/TTY).

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance from 8:00-5:00 EST.

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Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents
  1. Curriculum Vitae/Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. List of References
  4. Additional Document #1
  5. Additional Document #2
  6. Additional Document #3
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    Organization

    ECU offers a challenging academic environment and an energetic campus life. We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. One of the perks of working at ECU is that you can take up to 9 credit hours of classes per year at no cost to you. There is also a textbook loan program in place available to permanent ECU staff and faculty, or their eligible dependent children or spouse. ECU also offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, and generous leave time.

    Scholarship. Discovery. Service. Leadership.

    Here, those values are more than just buzzwords. They indicate the wealth of opportunity that ECU students experience while engaging in the rigorous pursuit of knowledge. They define the many ways in which students innovate and forge new paths. They encompass the life lessons our students learn while serving others and improving communities. They emphasize the encouragement our students receive to stand up and lead the way into a brighter tomorrow. http://www.ecu.edu/cs-acad/admissions/whyecu.cfm

    To be a national model for student success, public service and regional transformation, East Carolina University:

    • Uses innovative learning strategies and delivery methods to maximize access;
    • Prepares students with the knowledge, skills and values to succeed in a global, multicultural society;
    • Develops tomorrow's leaders to serve and inspire positive change;
    • Discovers new knowledge and innovations to support a thriving future for eastern North Carolina and beyond;
    • Transforms health care, promotes wellness, and reduces health disparities; and
    • Improves quality of life through cultural enrichment, academics, the arts, and athletics.

    http://www.ecu.edu/cs-admin/chancellor/mission-and-vision.cfm

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