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Term Faculty (Non-Tenure Track) Peace/Studies/Racial & Restorative Justice (23-24)

Employer
DePaul University
Location
Illinois, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Sep 20, 2022

The Peace, Justice and Conflict Studies Program at DePaul University invites applications for a full time, non-tenure-track position with primary expertise in the fields of Racial and Restorative Justice.  The successful candidate will teach courses at both the introductory and advanced levels in these and related areas of specialization and also teach sections of LSP200 Race, Power and Resistance, a university-wide liberal studies course.  The position will begin in the Fall Quarter of 2023.

About PAX

The Peace, Justice, and Conflict Studies Program offers students a curriculum that is rooted in the values of active and strategic nonviolence. Serving over 100 majors and minors, this program encourages students to reflect critically on the origins of violence and to gain resources fostering fruitful approaches to social change, community development, restorative justice, and healing.

About DePaul

With a total enrollment over 22,000 students, DePaul is one of the largest private non-profit universities in the nation.  Yet the class size in its academic programs typically does not exceed 40 students, reflecting the value the university places on teaching excellence. Our programs provide high quality, personalized, accessible education to a diverse student body, grounded in the values of St. Vincent de Paul.  Our teaching and research advance knowledge and service to society.

DePaul seeks applicants who reflect the diversity of its student body and the city of Chicago. Those with experience working with diverse faculty, staff, and students, and who can contribute to an inclusive climate are encouraged to apply. DePaul seeks candidates with demonstrated cultural competencies to include teaching, service and research in diverse learning communities. We urge candidates to provide examples of their successes in these areas. Women, members of historically underrepresented groups, and persons with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply.

For more information, e-mail PAX@depaul.edu or visit the program’s web site at

https://las.depaul.edu/academics/peace-justice-and-conflict-studies/Pages/default.aspx

 

Qualifications

A Ph.D. is preferred at the time of appointment, but ABD candidates will be considered. Experience working with students beyond the classroom and with community organizations will be given preference.

DePaul seeks candidates with demonstrated cultural competencies to include teaching, service and research in diverse learning communities.
 

Application Instructions

Candidates should electronically submit the following: (1) a letter of application (cover letter), (2) a CV, (3) an unofficial transcript of the last degree (earned or in progress), (4) syllabi, (5) a complete set of course evaluations, if available, (6) a Diversity Statement, and (7) a Teaching Statement.  

Finalists will also be asked to submit three confidential letters of recommendation.

The screening of applications will begin November 15, 2022 and continue until the position is filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, martical status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.

Safety and Security Statement - Clery Act:

A copy of DePaul University's Safety and Security Information Report and Fire Safety Report is available upon request.  The report includes statistics about crimes that occurred on campus and public property immediately adjacent to campus.  The report includes institutional policies concerning campus security, sexual assault and other matters.  It also includes fire statistics, fire safety practices and standards of the institution.  A copy of this report can be obtained by contacting the Crime Prevention Office at 773-325-7775 or by visiting the DePaul Public Safety website at http://publicsafety.depaul.edu .

Title IX Statement:

Federal Title IX policy requires that all colleges and universities make known the contact information for the person responsible for coordinating its efforts to comply with Title IX responsibilities.  At DePaul University, the Title IX Coordinator is Kathryn Statz.  Her office is located in Lincoln Park on the 3rd floor of the Student Center, 2250 N. Sheffield Avenue.  She can be reached at 312-362-8970, or titleixcoordinator@depaul.edu.

Required COVID-19 Vaccination:

Employment at DePaul University is contingent upon receiving all recommended doses of the COVID-19 vaccine including the booster or having a valid religious or medical reason not to be vaccinated.  To request a medical or religious exemption, please email employeerelations@depaul.edu

Required Background Check:

Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check.  Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check. 

Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse & Neglect:

Upon accepting an offer of employment with the university, you will also be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status at the time of hire.  A mandated reporter is required to make a report to the Illinois DCFS Hotline whenever there is a reasonable cause to believe that a child known to them in their professional or official capacity may be abused or neglected.  For more information, please visit the following pages:  

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)

Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act

 

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