[nativestudies-l] JOB Associate Professor, Indigenous American Literatures at ASU

[Lowe, Shelly]

The Department of English at Arizona State University (ASU) is seeking an Associate Professor of Indigenous American Literatures.  We are looking for a creative, forward-looking, and visionary candidate with a commitment to critical thinking, community, and an exemplary scholarly record in literary criticism in American Indian and Indigenous literatures to help build and strengthen this investment area.

ASU is a Research I university located in a thriving metropolitan area. Sierra magazine has named ASU one of the nation's top 10 "coolest" schools for its efforts to stop global warming. "Movement," "change," and "possibilities" describe the spirit and energy that is ASU, named one of the best "Up-and-Coming Schools" in the 2009 edition of "America's Best Colleges" by U.S. News & World Report and ranked fourth among 70 "schools to watch." This new ranking highlights colleges and universities that have recently made the most promising and innovative changes in academics, faculty, students, campus life, diversity, and facilities. ASU is also named one of "America's Best Colleges" by U. S. News and World Report.

The Department of English on the Tempe campus embraces with excitement the local, national, and global opportunities afforded by the evolution of ASU as a "New American University." Comprised of highly accomplished researchers, excellent teachers, and active members in community and professional organizations, the Department offers degree programs in rhetoric and composition, literature, comparative literature, English education, linguistics, and creative writing. Indeed, we are a robust, broadminded university rooted in tradition but always reaching toward greater invention, collaboration, and achievement. New thought, new expression, and new ways of experiencing language and culture constitute the heart of our vision and work. (For more information on our Department, see http://www.asu.edu/clas/english/.)

Of particular relevance to this search is the fact that the English Department, along with co-sponsor American Indian Studies bi-annually, features the Simon Ortiz and Labriola Center Lecture on Indigenous Land, Culture, and Community.  The Indigenous Speakers Series' inaugural lecture began with Ned Blackhawk in January 2008, and we look forward to having Chief Wilma Mankiller, October 2008, and Gerald Taiaiake Alfred, March 2009.  In October 2009, the Series will feature a lecture by Leslie Marmon Silko. Other ASU highlights include the American Indian Studies program and its extensive curricular offerings; significantly, its faculty oversees the interdisciplinary journal Wicazo Sa Review.  The Labriola National American Indian Data Center in Hayden Library and the H-AmIndian project, an online discussion list and web site are also notable ASU educational attractions.

Other programs and faculty throughout the University also provide important training and opportunities for faculty doing research, teaching, and service in American Indian Studies. In addition to the ASU American Indian Studies Program, there are 35 Native faculty members in various departments such as English, Women & Gender Studies, History, as well as the Law School and the College of Education. Importantly, ASU is in close proximity to several Indian reservations among the 22 tribes in the state, and the Center for Indian Policy and Leadership works with local tribes on various projects.

Recognizing the English Department's important role in creating and sustaining ASU as a "New American University," President Michael Crow has made a special commitment to the English Department to build our faculty ranks.  In AY 2006/2007, we  hired  eight new faculty. In AY 2007/2008, we hired nine new faculty.. These new colleagues are already advancing the mission of both the Department and the University to engage in intellectual fusion, to harness research to specific social and cultural purposes, and to develop research and pedagogy that are socially embedded and globally engaged.

This year, we continue to strengthen and grow our focus on literacies, literatures, languages, and discourses. Toward that end, we are pleased to announce we have searches for eleven additional faculty positions for 2009-2010. Clearly, this is an exciting time in our Department as an infusion of new thinkers re-invigorates an already strong community of scholars.

The Phoenix metropolitan area is a unique place to live, offering many cultural options beyond the campus environment. Located in the gorgeous and surprisingly fecund Sonoran Desert, the Phoenix metropolitan area boasts a rich, diverse Southwestern heritage as well as a vibrant arts and culture scene. From museums, theaters, and symphony to extensive hiking trails in over seven regional parks, the Phoenix area provides something for everyone.

We strongly encourage you to apply for our opening as Associate Professor of Indigenous American Literatures. Our position announcement follows:

Literature--Associate Professor of Indigenous American Literatures

Required: Ph.D. in English, American Indian Studies, Comparative, Cultural Studies, or related fields; record of academic, teaching, and professional achievement appropriate to rank; record of graduate student mentoring.

Desired: Scholarship in decolonization and transnational perspective desired.

Applicants must send:  Cover letter, vita, and names of three references with contact information to:

Chair, American Indian & Indigenous Literatures Search Committee

Department of English

Arizona State University

P.O. Box 870302

Tempe, AZ 85287-0302.

Application Deadline (no faxes or e-mails): postmarked by October 20, 2008. Open until filled. Reading of applications will begin a week after deadline. All applications acknowledged. A background check is required for employment. Arizona State University is an equal employment employer (EO/AA), and the English department actively seeks diversity among applicants and supports the diversity of employees.

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Elizabeth Archuleta
Women & Gender Studies
PO Box 874902
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ 85287-4902
Phone: 480-965-5094
Fax: 480-965-2357



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