https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/15591
Position Summary
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences invites applications for a
tenure track position (associate, full professor) for appointment in the
Department of Black Studies beginning September 1, 2015.
Responsibilities: Tenure track faculty are expected to provide
classroom instruction; engage in research activities, including the
pursuit of grants and external funding; the publication and/or
dissemination of scholarly and research based knowledge; advise
students; participate in department and university governance through
committee work and related activities; participate in community
involvement activities that support the goals and objectives of the
Black Studies Department.
Qualifications: Doctorate and a record of effective teaching,
scholarly research and community involvement with a focus on the Black
experience are required. The candidate must be able to instruct courses
focused on the African American and/or African experiences drawing on
the history and traditions of the Black Studies and Africana Studies
disciplines. Candidates with strong credentials in the areas of local,
national and diasporic history are encouraged to apply. Candidates with
experience and expertise in the traditional disciplines of the
Humanities and Social Sciences are also welcome to apply if their
background is appropriately linked to a focus on the Black and/or
African experiences. All candidates should be comfortable and competent
working within a framework of interdisciplinary assignments and
responsibilities.
Demonstrated success and ability in obtaining funded research as well
as scholarly publications commensurate with rank are expected. Evidence
of excellent classroom teaching and effective interactions with
students is advantageous. The candidate is expected to be qualified to
assume the administrative and management responsibilities of the Chair
of the Black Studies Department. The Department expects that the
successful candidate will assume the chair role immediately or soon
after hire. Appointment may include tenure or credit towards tenure
depending on experience and qualifications.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate and a record of effective teaching, scholarly research and
community involvement with a focus on the Black experience are required.
The candidate must be able to instruct courses focused on the African
American and/or African experiences drawing on the history and
traditions of the Black Studies and Africana Studies disciplines.
Candidates with strong credentials in the areas of local, national and
diasporic history are encouraged to apply. Candidates with experience
and expertise in the traditional disciplines of the Humanities and
Social Sciences are also welcome to apply if their background is
appropriately linked to a focus on the Black and/or African experiences.
All candidates should be comfortable and competent working within a
framework of interdisciplinary assignments and responsibilities.
Demonstrated success and ability in obtaining funded research as well
as scholarly publications commensurate with rank are expected. Evidence
of excellent classroom teaching and effective interactions with
students is advantageous. The candidate is expected to be qualified to
assume the administrative and management responsibilities of the Chair
of the Black Studies Department. The Department expects that the
successful candidate will assume the chair role immediately or soon
after hire. Appointment may include tenure or credit towards tenure
depending on experience and qualifications.
Key Cultural Competencies
Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the
context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and
cultural backgrounds.
Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in
diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to
change for continual improvement.
Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Complete the on-line application and include a statement of interest;
a curriculum vitae; three writing samples (optional); and provide the
names and email addresses of individuals (minimum of 3 – maximum of 5)
who have agreed to serve as references.
Review of applications will begin May 14, 2015 and continue until finalists are identified.
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