Associate Professor/Professor – Latina/o-Chicana/o Studies
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Associate Professor/Professor – Latina/o-Chicana/o Studies
The Latina/o-Chicana/o Studies (LLCCS) Program at the University of Missouri-Kansas City invites applications for a tenure eligible Associate Professor/Professor position in either the Arts or Humanities (Art and Art History, Communication Studies, English or Spanish). This is a nine-month appointment beginning Fall semester 2012. The new faculty member will teach core LLCCS undergraduate courses, including the introductory course, as well as LLCCS-related courses from their respective disciplinary background, e.g., Latina/o literature, Chicanos in Film, U.S. Latino/Chicano Art. Candidates must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and an established record of rigorous scholarship in the field of Latino/Chicano Studies or related fields. The candidate hired is expected to contribute to the program’s efforts of enhancing collaborative, interdisciplinary teaching and research. A Ph.D. in an Arts or Humanities discipline is required.
The University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), a member of the President’s Higher Education Honor Roll for community service, is an urban-serving university located in a vibrant metropolitan area. UMKC seeks creative, productive scholars who will challenge and inspire our diverse population of more than 14,000 undergraduate, graduate and professional students. UMKC is an equal access, equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that is fully committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. UMKC recognizes that a diverse faculty, staff and student body enriches the educational experiences of the entire campus and greater community. To this end, UMKC is committed to recruiting and retaining faculty, staff and students who will further enrich our campus diversity, making every attempt to support their academic, professional and personal success.
Candidates must apply online at http://info.umkc.edu/faculty-job-openings/as/ and attach a cover letter, CV, evidence of quality teaching and scholarship, and the names and contact information of three professional references as one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as your “Resume” attachment (file size limit is 11 MB). Limit document name to 50 characters. Only complete applications will be considered. Address your cover letter to Dr. Miguel A. Carranza, Chair of Search Committee. Please address inquiries about this position to Dr. Carranza at carranzam@umkc.edu. Applicants who are not U.S. citizens must state their current visa and residency status.
Review of applications will begin February 17, 2012, and continue until the position is filled.