Position Open: Visiting Assistant Professor in Environmental Studies, Bates College, Lewiston ME

REVISED 2/9/2010

The Program in Environmental Studies at Bates College seeks to fill a faculty position, for one or two years, beginning in the fall of 2010 with someone whose scholarly focus is on American environmental studies within one of the humanities.  We are looking for a colleague to join a vibrant multi-disciplinary program. The person hired will be expected to teach a broad introductory course on the environment and human culture, in addition to upper-level courses in the candidate’s area of expertise.  We are particularly interested in candidates who bring diverse perspectives on U.S. environmental traditions.

 
The course description should make clear its relevance to a general curriculum in ES.  For more information about the program and curriculum see the following: http://www.bates.edu/ENVR.xml?dept=ENVR and http://abacus.bates.edu/acad/depts/environ/envr_temp_humanities_hiring.pdf.   Review of applications will begin on March 19.

 
Applications from members of underrepresented groups are especially welcomed. ABD will be considered, Ph.D., preferred.  Applications must include a letter of intent (including a list of potential courses to be taught), a CV, graduate and undergraduate transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and a one-page description of an advanced undergraduate course in the candidate’s area of expertise sent to:

 
Environmental Studies/Humanist R2128

c/o Academic Services
Bates College
2 Andrews Road
7 Lane Hall
Lewiston, Maine  04240

 
Bates values a diverse college community and seeks to assure opportunity through a continuing and effective Affirmative Action Program