Assistant Professor of Gender & Sexuality and Social Mobility - College of Liberal Arts and

Position Summary

The ideal candidate is expected to establish an active and innovative research program that directly engages women’s, gender, and sexuality studies. The ideal candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in women’s, gender, and sexuality studies as well as the curricular needs of the tenuring department. The successful candidate will teach courses in their areas of expertise as well as Introduction to Women’s, Gender, & Sexuality Studies and Feminist & Queer Theories. Additional responsibilities include mentoring and supporting students as well as service to the department, college, university, and community. Qualified candidates dedicated to empowering students from underserved communities through their teaching, research, community engagement, service, and/or mentoring are strongly encouraged to apply.

This position is part of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Social Mobility Cluster Hire. The Social Mobility Cluster Hire initiative aims to increase faculty diversity, interdisciplinary research, and innovative and inclusive curriculum. This year’s cluster hiring cycle also includes the position of Assistant Professor of Latinx Psychology and Social Mobility .

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses
• Engaging in appropriate scholarly activities in the field
• Collaborating and contributing to ongoing research projects with faculty
• Providing service to the university and the profession
• Working collaboratively with faculty and administration to meet accreditation requirements
• Developing university/school partnerships to enhance programs
• The candidate will be able to contribute to exam committees, thesis committees, and dissertation committees as needed.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, Sociology, Criminology, Environmental Studies, Geography, or related field
• Coursework in and/or a research agenda that directly engages women’s, gender, and sexuality studies
• Demonstrable interest in teaching and mentoring a diverse undergraduate and graduate student community
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Additional Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience utilizing interdisciplinary approaches and methodologies
• Community engagement in research related to gender and/or LGBTQIA+ studies
• Teaching experience in women’s, gender, and sexuality studies and/or related field

Physical Demands Summary

Appointment and Compensation Details

Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date

8/16/23

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Percent of Staff Year

0.75

Standard Hours Per Week

37.50

Salary

Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience and qualifications; position includes a robust benefits package.

Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range

N/A

Earn Type

Salary

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

For full consideration, prospective applicants should apply online at https://employment.niu.edu/postings/67699 by January 4, 2023 and upload the following materials:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching statement (1-2 pages)
• Statement describing your commitment to and experiences with advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (1-2 pages)
• Research agenda (1-2 pages)
• Contact information for three professional references
• Unofficial graduate transcripts (official required upon hire)

Review of applicants will begin January 4, 2023, and preference will be given to applications received by this date although applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

For questions, contact the search committee chair Simón Weffer at sweffer@niu.edu .

Special Instructions

Quick Link to Applicant

https://employment.niu.edu/postings/67699

Is Background Check Required

Yes

EEO Statement Summary

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
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TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560

Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation

NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form . For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity ( AAEO ) at ada@niu.edu .

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)
4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
5. Statement of Research Philosophy
6. Three (3) Letters of Recommendation
7. Diversity Statement

Optional Documents

1. Military Discharge Documents ONLY (DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256)

Supplemental Questions

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