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Position: Department of African American Studies Lecturers (2)
Salary: Unspecified
Institution: Temple University
Location: Pennsylvania
Date posted: 3/2/2007

The Department of African American Studies at Temple University announces openings for two nontenure-track visiting Lecturer positions for Academic Year 2007-2008, with a possibility of continuation for a second academic year. We seek candidates skilled in one of two areas of specialization: African-American socio-political history or socio-behavioral science relevant to African and African-American populations. More than 1,800 undergraduate and 40 graduate students enroll in departmental courses each term. We also seek persons who have experience in community research and public policy in areas of education, health, criminal justice, and economic development. Candidates will be expected to teach both undergraduate and graduate courses, and possess a demonstrable record of teaching excellence. A Ph.D. is required for the appointment.
Interested individuals should send their current curriculum vitae, signed and dated; a statement of teaching philosophy and research interests; three letters of reference; a chronological list of courses taught including title, department, number enrolled, and institution; evaluations for courses taught; and official transcript as proof of highest degree received, to Temple University, African American Studies Department, Attn: Nathaniel Norment, Jr. (Search), Gladfelter Hall-810, 1115 W. Berks Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122. Review of applications will begin immediately. No e-mails or telephone messages.
Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability.
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Dr. Nathaniel Norment, Jr.
Chair
African American Studies
Temple University
Gladfelter Hall - 810
1115 W. Berks Street
Philadelphia, PA 19122
USA