[nativestudies-l] JOB: American Indian history, Arizona State University

[Alyssa Mt. Pleasant]

American Indian History: The Department of History at Arizona State 
University (Tempe) seeks to appoint an outstanding scholar in the field 
of American Indian History at a rank of Tenure Track Assistant Professor 
or Tenured Associate Professor.

All applicants must possess a Ph.D. in History with a specialization in 
American Indian History; a record of research and publication in any 
area of American Indian History, appropriate to rank; and training in 
U.S. History.

Desired Qualifications for Asst Professor: demonstrated commitment to 
undergraduate and graduate teaching; demonstrated interest in 
interdisciplinary research; evidence of additional preparation in 
related disciplines (e.g., anthropology, ethnography, or cultural 
studies); evidence of proficiency in at least one Native American language.

Desired Qualifications for Assoc Professor: experience teaching 
undergraduate and graduate courses in American-Indian History and/or 
related disciplines; experience collaborating and conducting 
interdisciplinary research; evidence of ability to secure external 
funding; evidence of proficiency in at least one Native American language.

The position is available beginning August 17, 2009. Salary and start up 
will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications. Applicants 
must submit by October 10, 2008: (1) a cover letter addressing 
qualifications, experience, research agenda, teaching plans, and service 
interests in the profession; (2) a current CV; (3) a writing sample of 
scholarly article or dissertation chapter; (4) a statement of teaching 
philosophy; (5) two syllabi of previously taught courses; and (6) three 
letters of reference. Initial screenings will be conducted at the 
Western History Association meeting, October 22-24, 2008. Consideration 
of completed applications will begin November 1, 2008 and will continue 
on the 1st and 15th of each month thereafter until the search is closed. 
Applicants are encouraged to send applications electronically in either 
MicroSoft Word or pdf format to historysearch at asu.edu 
<mailto:historysearch at asu.edu> indicating "American Indian Search" in 
the subject line. Hard copy applications should be directed to: 
Professor Donald Fixico, Chair of Search Committee, Department of 
History, Arizona State University, PO Box 874302, Tempe, AZ 85287-4302. 
Inquiries and nominations can also be sent to the above address or 
emailed to donald.fixico at asu.edu <mailto:donald.fixico at asu.edu>

The selected candidate will be joining a well-established program that 
holds an international reputation in American Indian history.

ASU is an EEO/AA employer that actively seeks diversity among applicants 
and promotes a diverse workplace.