Croft Visiting Assistant Professor of International Studies

Location:  University, MS, US, 38677

Department:  Croft Inst for International Studies

Employee Designation:  Temporary Full-time (Benefits Eligible)  

Position Description

The Croft Institute for International Studies at the University of Mississippi (www.croft.olemiss.edu) invites applications for a position of visiting assistant professor in international studies to begin in August 2023. This is a one-year position with the possibility of a renewal for an additional year contingent on funding. The Croft Institute, a signature program on campus, administers the interdisciplinary major in International Studies within the College of Liberal Arts.

We seek applications from candidates with a cross-regional research agenda who are also prepared to contribute to our regional concentration in Europe and possess the language proficiency to conduct field research in German. Candidates with a research focus on public health, environment, climate change, or green technology are particularly encouraged to apply. 

The successful candidates should hold a Ph.D. by the time of hire and must provide evidence of teaching excellence. Candidates in ABD standing may apply but must submit materials to demonstrate that they can complete their PhD by the time of appointment (August 2023).

The teaching load will be 3-3. The hire will teach interdisciplinary classes at the introductory and upper level for the Croft Institute (including the lower division core class in “European Studies”, Inst 205). Candidates with a PhD in anthropology, history, political science, public policy, or sociology may have an opportunity to teach classes in the respective UM department.

Interested applicants should apply online at https://careers.olemiss.edu by submitting a letter of interest, curriculum vita, a statement of current and projected research interests, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and contact information for three references. Please direct additional questions to the chair of the committee, Dr. Ana Velitchkova (avelitch@olemiss.edu).

About the University of MS & Oxford, MS

Founded in 1848, the University of Mississippi (UM), affectionately known to alumni, students and friends as Ole Miss, is Mississippi's flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities - Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. The University of Mississippi, consistently named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For,” is located in Oxford, MS, which is ranked one of the “Top 10 Best College Towns.” With more than 24,000 students, UM is the state's largest university and is ranked among the nation's fastest-growing institutions. The University of Mississippi, which has aggressively implemented many health and wellness initiatives for its more than 2,900 employees, has consistently been named one of Mississippi’s Healthiest Workplaces.

Touted as the “Cultural Mecca of the South”, creativity abounds in Oxford as musicians, artists and writers alike find inspiration in Oxford’s rich history, small town charm and creative community. Oxford is a one-hour drive south of Memphis, TN and is known as the home of Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner. Over the years Oxford has also been known for offering exceptional culinary experiences and as the home of the University of Mississippi and the Ole Miss Rebels, there is always something here to immerse yourself in. Oxford has also been featured as a literary and arts destination in such publications as The New York Times, Southern Living, Condé Nast Traveler, and GQ. Among other cultural activities, annual events include the Oxford Film Festival, a thriving local music scene, and the Ford Center Performing Arts Series. Oxford is a vibrant university town, filled with unique shops and galleries, eclectic restaurants and clubs, historic landmarks, and comfortable inns.

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