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Lecturer

Employer
Augusta University
Location
Summerville Campus
Job Title: Lecturer
Location: Summerville Campus
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 235201
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Job Information Job ID # 235201Position # 20010570The Department of History, Anthropology, and Philosophy at Augusta University is seeking a full-time Lecturer in Museum Studies to begin January 2022. The incumbent in this position will oversee and direct the new Guardhouse museum. In addition, this Lecturer will teach four courses per year, including courses in the Museum Studies certificate program, introductory courses in Anthropology or History, and courses in their specialty field. This is a fiscal year (12-month) position.

Responsibilities include: managing the Guardhouse museum; teaching courses as assigned; holding office hours, providing timely grading and student feedback; adhering to all academic policies of the university; ensuring safety and compliance in assigned spaces. This person will also direct and promote the Certificate in Museum Studies program.

Department Marketing Statement THE UNIVERSITY: Augusta University, located in historic Augusta, Georgia, is one of only four public comprehensive research institutions in the state of Georgia. Founded in 1828, the university includes ten colleges and schools with nearly 9000 students and over 1000 full time faculty. It houses the nation's ninth-largest and 13th-oldest medical school, the state's sole dental college, an aligned and integrated health system, a growing intercollegiate athletics program, and the diverse Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, among other units. THE DEPARTMENT: The Department offers bachelor degrees in History and Anthropology, concentrations in Public History and Secondary Education teaching, and a broad range of core social science and humanities courses. The Department also houses a minor in Philosophy and certificates in Museum Studies, Asian Studies, Health Humanities, and Bioethics. We are located on the beautiful and historic Summerville campus.Minimum Requirements Educational Requirements
    MA or MS in History, Anthropology, or a closely related field.
Requirements
    Graduate level training in museum studies.Two years of experience in museum education, collection management, or administration.Experience teaching at the university level.Demonstrated potential for teaching effectiveness with diverse student populations.
Preferred Qualifications Two years of experience in museum management.Shift/Salary Academic rank, tenure status and salary to be commensurate with qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.Conditions of Employment

All candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review. For specific positions, the final candidate may be subject to a (pre-employment) physical, drug screen, and/or credit check.

The final candidate will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

How To Apply Interested candidates must apply online: https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/, search for Job ID 235201. Please upload a cover letter describing your teaching, scholarship, and other relevant experience; a curriculum vitae; graduate school transcripts; and the names and contact information of at least three professional references.Questions may be directed to the search committee chair, Andrew Goss, in the Department of History, Anthropology, and Philosophy at angoss@augusta.edu.The committee will begin reviewing applications November 1, 2021.Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.Other Information This position is also responsible for promoting a customer friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner everyday with patients and families for success." Augusta University is a tobacco free environment and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

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