[nativestudies-l] UNM-NAS Assistant Professor search

[Lowe, Shelly]

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The University of New Mexico
University College/Native American Studies
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
Job Requisition # 6475


The University of New Mexico seeks to establish a tenure-track faculty appointment at the Assistant Professor level in Native American Studies. This is a full-time appointment in the Native American Studies Program, housed in University College. The successful candidate will teach in the Native American Studies program and work collaboratively with other faculty to develop and deliver curricula which supports the Native Leadership and Self Determination concentration in the Bachelor's of Arts degree in Native Studies. It is expected that the successful candidate will also actively mentor, advise, tutor, and guide both Native American and non-Native American students in the program.

The University of New Mexico is a comprehensive Carnegie Doctoral / Research -Extensive University and a U.S. Department of Education Minority public institution which serves some 30,000 students each academic term. Offering degree programs at Bachelors, Masters, and Doctoral levels in 85 areas of study, UNM is fortunate to be in a state with a significant population of Native Americans. The University of New Mexico welcomes its responsibility to encourage and support the educational achievements of both Native American and non-Native American students.

Minimum Qualifications:
*                     Applicant must possess a Ph.D. in a Social Science discipline such as American Studies, Native American Studies, Sociology, and Political Science or a related field.

Desired Qualifications:
*                     Specialization in Social Science research and implementation related to American Indian social issues, leadership studies and/or community development.
*                     Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate and graduate education.
*                     Teaching experience at the undergraduate level.
*                     Ability to obtain grant funding as demonstrated by previous post-doctoral awards or successful grant applications.

The University of New Mexico actively seeks and encourages nominations of and applications from individuals who are from under-represented groups. A complete application consists of a letter of intent addressing the candidate's ability to fulfill the duties outlined above, as well as, meeting the qualifications for the position, a current curriculum vita, and contact information for at least three professional references. Please indicate Job Requisition # 6475.  This appointment will begin on August 17, 2009.  For best consideration, all applications materials must be received by September 19, 2008; however, the position is open until filled.

Nominations and applications should be submitted to:
The University of New Mexico
Native American Studies
MSC 06 3740
Dr. Gregory Cajete, c/o Delia Halona
Mesa Vista Hall Rm. 3080
Albuquerque, NM. 87131-001
Telephone: 505-277-3917

The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, Educator.  For additional information about UNM see http://www.unm.edu<http://www.unm.edu/>

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