Global Studies 2012-2013
This page is for annoucements of Global Studies faculty positions and postdocs beginning in Fall 2013 through Spring 2014. For Global Studies positions beginning in Spring 2013, the page is here.
Macalester College - Assistant Professor of International Studies: Global Media and Information
The International Studies Department at Macalester College seeks to appoint an Assistant Professor in the interdisciplinary field of Global Media and Information, to begin Fall 2013. A vibrant department at the heart of the College's mission, Macalester’s International Studies approaches a broad range of global phenomena from multiple disciplinary, regional, and trans-national perspectives. Successful candidates will have research and teaching interests in fields such as global video/television/film, the Internet, telecommunications, worldwide news and information, or cross-border images and media. The history, sources, migration, distribution, audiences, aesthetics, and gender and racial dimensions of media, information, technology and culture are all of interest. Candidates trained in any humanities or social science discipline are encouraged to apply.
We seek candidates of broad geographic reach, preferring those with research or teaching expertise in the overlapping and permeable categories of East Asia, South Asia, the Indian Ocean sphere, the Islamic world, and/or Latin America, all broadly thought. This position will have a link to Macalester’s vibrant Media and Cultural Studies department and major.
Electronic applications are required. For fullest consideration, send initial application, consisting of a detailed introductory letter and CV, to https://www.academicjobsonline.org. Applications received by November 15, 2012 will receive first consideration. Questions about the position may be addressed to search committee chair Nadya Nedelsky (nedelsky@macalester.edu).
- posted in MLA JIL 10/19/12
- Also posted at New Media & Digital Humanities 2013 and Communication and Media Studies 2012-2013
Mercer University, Assistant Professor, Global Health/Social and Behavioral Health--Open until filled
The Department of International and Global Studies at MERCER UNIVERSITY invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Global Health, with an emphasis on Social and Behavioral Health. Duties will consist of teaching seven undergraduate courses, which may include: Introduction to Health Science, Global Health, Environmental Health, Epidemiology, Global Health Policy, and other courses in the candidate's specialty areas. As faculty in the College of Liberal Arts, there is also an expectation to teach courses in the general education programs as a component of the annual teaching load. The successful candidate will take part in the evaluation and refinement of the undergraduate degree in Global Health Studies, and have the opportunity to develop new courses in their area of specialization. Research involving undergraduates is highly encouraged.
PhD or DrPH from an accredited college/university in Public Health with a concentration on Social and Behavioral Health Science or Global Health, completed by the start of Fall 2013. Emphasis on Global Health issues, Public Health Systems, Health Development and Inequalities, Population Patterns, Pandemics, Epidemiology and/or other related areas, and with promise of excellence in teaching and scholarly activity. Strong preference will be given to candidates with formal training in writing instruction, and a background in liberal arts education. Membership in Phi Beta Kappa is considered an advantage.
Candidates should access http://www.mercerjobs.com to complete a brief online application and attach a letter of interest, current CV, statements of teaching philosophy and professional interests, and names and email addresses of three references. Referees should mail their letters directly to: Dr. Eimad Houry, International and Global Studies, Mercer University, 1400 Coleman Ave Macon GA 31207. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Job posting here.
Mercer University, Assistant Professor, Global Health/Environmental Health--Open until filled
The Department of International and Global Studies at MERCER UNIVERSITY invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Global Health, with an emphasis on Environmental Health. Duties will consist of teaching seven undergraduate courses, which may include: Introduction to Health Science, Global Health, Environmental Health, Epidemiology, Global Health Policy, and other courses in the candidate's specialty areas. As faculty in the College of Liberal Arts, there is also an expectation to teach courses in the general education programs as a component of the annual teaching load. The successful candidate will take part in the evaluation and refinement of the undergraduate degree in Global Health Studies, and have the opportunity to develop new courses in their area of specialization. Research involving undergraduates is highly encouraged.
A PhD or DrPH from an accredited college/university in Public Health, or related fields, completed by the start of Fall 2013. Emphasis on Global Health issues, Environmental Risks, Health Development, Epidemiology and/or other related areas, and with promise of excellence in teaching and scholarly activity. Strong preference will be given to candidates with formal training in writing instruction, and a background in liberal arts education. Membership in Phi Beta Kappa is considered an advantage.
Candidates should access http://www.mercerjobs.com to complete a brief online application and attach a letter of interest, current CV, statements of teaching philosophy and professional interests, and names and email addresses of three references. Referees should mail their letters directly to: Dr. Eimad Houry, International and Global Studies, Mercer University, 1400 Coleman Ave Macon GA 31207.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Job posting here.