Assistant Professor

Posting Details

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Position Number F67780 Is this employee on a H1B Visa? Position Type Teaching and Research Faculty Rank Assistant Professor Working Title Assistant Professor School/Unit College of Humanities and Sciences Department School Of World Studies Number of Months 9 Tenure Status Non-Tenure Eligible Grant funded position? No
Mission or Goal of Unit

The School of World Studies uniquely combines faculty in humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences whose research and teaching explore humanity’s origins, evolution, and diverse forms of cultural, linguistic, religious, and social expression. Offering degrees in Anthropology, Foreign Languages and Culture, International Studies, and Religious Studies, and an emphasis on intercultural communication, research and critical thinking, and international perspectives on real world issues, the School provides students with the knowledge, skills, and experience to succeed in our globalized world.

Chief purpose of this position in support of above mission or goal

Hiring for non-tenure Teaching Assistant Professor to support the Arabic and Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies programs and to contribute to the educational mission of the School of World Studies.

Position Responsibilities

The School of World Studies in the College of Humanities and Sciences at Virginia Commonwealth University invites applications for a full-time non-tenure position at the rank of Teaching Assistant Professor to support the Arabic and Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies programs and to contribute to the educational mission of the School of World Studies. The position requires teaching 8 courses per academic year (four courses per semester), including lower and upper division Arabic courses using proficiency-based, communicative language, student-centered pedagogy and curriculum that integrates Modern Standard Arabic and colloquial Arabic; and courses whose content contributes to Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies. Must work with and foster the development of a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment and successfully teach undergraduates in a public urban university setting. By the time of appointment, qualified candidates must have completed a PhD in Arabic Studies or closely related field, or its foreign equivalent. Qualified candidates must have native or near-native fluency in Modern Standard Arabic, at least one colloquial Arabic dialect, and English.

VCU is a premier urban, public research university. Combining the amenities of a major metropolitan area with the charm, convenience, and excitement of an historic and dynamically changing global city, Richmond provides an engaging place to work, live, and play. The College of Humanities and Sciences is the heart and soul of the university, with core disciplines in the natural science, social science, and humanities. The School of World Studies brings together teachers and researchers in all three major disciplinary areas, offering degrees in Anthropology, Foreign Languages, International Studies, and Religious Studies. For more information about the School of World Studies please visit our website at http://worldstudies.vcu.edu/.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in Arabic Studies or closely related field

Native or near-native fluency in Modern Standard Arabic, at least one colloquial Arabic dialect, and English.

Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse and inclusive faculty, staff, and student environment and commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU

Preferred Qualifications
Date Posted 06/21/2021 Open Until Filled Yes Application Deadline Date Proposed Hire Date 08/16/2021 Type of Search National Application Process/Additional Information

As a preeminent national, urban, public research university and academic health center, Virginia Commonwealth University is committed to organizational diversity, equity and inclusion – an environment where all can thrive in their pursuit of excellence.

Applicants are requested to submit a Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (typically between 150-300 words) providing your career aspirations and contributions toward promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Through this statement, you can share how your lived experiences, and academic and professional activities will impact your contribute to VCU’s mission of promoting equity and inclusion.

Note: Examples include working with others to further the goals of equity and inclusion; leading in any capacity that tangibly promotes an environment where diversity is welcomed, fostered, and celebrated; creative activity, research and scholarship that promotes equity and parity; teaching and mentoring students, and/or engaging with faculty and/or staff from traditionally underrepresented groups to create a positive and successful organizational experience.

In addition, please apply electronically at www.vcu.jobs/posting. You must upload the following documents: cover letter, curriculum vita, and contact information for three professional references to provide letters of reference as requested by the search committee. Completed applications must be submitted electronically by DATE 10 Days from Start to be considered for this position. Questions may be directed to Dacia Danko at dankodl@vcu.edu.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3. Diversity Statement (Required for all Faculty)

Optional Documents

1. Other Document