FALL 2008 Faculty Positions
Timeline for Faculty Searches should be followed to coordinate search-related activities for instructional faculty.
Athletics
Head Women's Volleyball Coach/Assistant Sports Information Director
School of Arts and Sciences
Biology
Human Biology (Part Time Faculty)
Ecology
English
History and Deveoopment of English and/or Women Writers
Environmental Earth Science
Sustainable Energy Studies
Mathematics and Computer Science
Mathematics
Political Science, Philosophy and Geography
Philosophy with concentration in Ethics
Visual Arts
Art History
School of Education and Professional Studies
Business Administration
Accounting
Entrepreneurship/Human Resource Management
Communication
Integrated Communication
Education
Early Childhood Education
Elementary Education
Health and Physical Education
Physical Education Elementary and Secondary School Pedagogy
Sport and Leisure Management: Recreation and Health/Fitness
Endowed Chair in Early Childhood Education
School of Arts and Sciences
One Year Non-Tenure Track Faculty Positions
Eastern Connecticut State University, the state’s public liberal arts university serving approximately 5000 students, offers a wide range of undergraduate majors in the arts and sciences and professional studies, as well as selected graduate programs. Located in historic Windham County in the heart of eastern Connecticut, the University is midway between New York City and Boston and only a short drive from Hartford, the state capital.
We invite applications from candidates who have a strong commitment to teaching excellence, creative activity and scholarship, student advisement, university and community service. ECSU is especially interested in faculty with demonstrated innovation and excellence in teaching in a liberal arts curriculum, and sensitivity to diverse populations and perspectives.
Department: Biology
Position: Part-time instructors for non-majors biology courses in human biology.
Qualifications: A master’s degree in biology. Must be able to teach lecture and laboratory courses in human biology as part of the liberal arts program. Courses may be scheduled during day time, evening, or on Saturdays. Preferred Qualifications: Doctorate or ABD in Biology. Experience teaching human biology at the university level.
Respond to: Interested candidates should send a cover letter, transcripts, and CV to: Dr. Charles Booth, Biology Department, ECSU, 83 Windham St., Willimantic, CT 06226. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Further information on the University and the Department can be found at http://www.easternct.edu/depts/biology/.
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Department: Biology
Position: Full-time, temporary, one-year position, Assisant Professor/Instructor in Biology/Ecology, starting Fall 2008
Qualifications: PhD or PhD candidate preferred; candidates with MS degree considered. Successful candidate to teach majors introductory ecology lecture and laboratory courses; possibility to instruct non-majors ecology and human biology courses. Opportunity to teach upper level class in Spring 2009; preference for ecology or closely related field, including phycology and mycology.
Respond to: Send CV, letter of intent, transcripts, and three reference letters to Dr. Adam Lambert, Biology Department, Eastern Connecticut State University, Willimantic, CT 06226. Search will continue until position is filled.
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Department: English
Position: Assistant Professor or Instructor of English - History & Development of English and/or Women Writers, one-year full time, non-tenure track Faculty .
Qualifications: Ph. D., ABD, in English or related field. MFA in Creative Writing. MA in English considered. Expertise in History and Development of English and/or Women Writers. Responsibilities include teaching first-year composition as well as literature courses at all levels. Twelve-hour semester load.
Position Description: Responsibilities include teaching first-year composition as well as literature courses at all levels. Twelve-hour semester load.
Respond to: Please send letter of application, CV, three letters of reference, graduate transcript to Dr. Elena Tapia, Chair, English Department, Eastern Connecticut State University, Willimantic, CT 06226.
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Department: Environmental Earth Science
Position: Assistant Professor/Instructor – Sustainable Energy Studies, one-year full time, non-tenure track Faculty.
Qualifications: Master’s or Ph.D. degree in science or education with an undergraduate degree in physics, engineering, geoscience, or a related field. Experience in teaching at the college level preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of renewable energy systems, national and global energy issues, climate change science and related environmental issues.
Position Description: one yar, non-tenure track position, teaching courses in sustainable energy and global climate change; advising students in the sustainable energy studies program; supervising students on research and internship projects; participation in course development projects; participation in campus and community outreach programs to develop greater knowledge of and interest in sustainability among faculty, staff, and the general public; cooperation with the Institute of Sustainable Energy; assistance in developing grants for research and program development .
Respond to: Dr. Fred Loxsom, Search Chair, Environmental Earth Science
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Department: Mathematics and Computer Science
Position: Assistant Professor/Instructor – Mathematics, one-year full time, non-tenure track Faculty
Qualifications: Ph.D./Ed.D. in mathematics, mathematics education or related field preferred; ABD and/or Masters considered.The successful candidate will teach undergraduate mathematics courses for majors and non-majors.
Respond to: Please submit a letter of interest, CV, transcript, and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Mizan R. Khan, Search Chair, Mathematics and Computer Science Department, Eastern Connecticut State University, 83 Windham Street, Willimantic, CT 06226-2295.
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Department: Department of Political Science, Philosophy and Geography
Position: one-year full time, non-tenure track Faculty /Assistant Professor or Instructor in Art History
Qualifications: The applicant should be Ph.D/ABD in philosophy with a concentration in Ethics. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in Ethics, Introduction to Philosophy, Logic and Epistemology. Applicants should provide evidence of excellent teaching and scholarly activity.
Respond to: Interested candidates may send a cover letter, resume and three current letters of reference to: William L. Newell, Ph.D., Chair, Political Science, Philosophy and Geography Department, Eastern Connecticut State University, 83 Windham Street, Willimantic, CT 06226. Phone Number 860-465-5248.
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Department: Department of Visual Arts
Position: one-year full time, non-tenure track Faculty/Assistant Professor or Instructor in Art History
Qualifications: The successful candidate is expected to teach introductory and modern art history. Qualified candidates must have a minimum of a master’s degree, college-level teaching experience, and demonstrated evidence of quality teaching.
Respond to: To apply, send a letter of interest, resume, and three current letters of recommendation to Dr. Anne Dawson, Chair, Visual arts Department, Eastern Connecticut State University, 83 Windham Street, Willimantic, CT 06226
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Application Procedure:
Screening will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled. Applications should include current curriculum vitae, a transcript of all graduate work, a statement of teaching philosophy and research interest, documentation of teaching ability, and three current letters of recommendation. Send these to the appropriate search chair (as listed above) at the following address:
Eastern Connecticut State University
83 Windham Street
Willimantic, CT 06226
School of Education and Professional Studies
Tenure Track Faculty Positions
Eastern Connecticut State University, the state’s public liberal arts university serving approximately 5000 students, offers a wide range of undergraduate majors in the arts and sciences and professional studies, as well as selected graduate programs. Located in historic Windham County in the heart of eastern Connecticut, the University is midway between New York City and Boston and only a short drive from Hartford, the state capitol.
We invite applications from candidates who have a strong commitment to teaching excellence, creative activity and scholarship, student advisement, and university and community service. Eastern is especially interested in collaboration within a liberal arts environment, innovative approaches to teaching and learning, and sensitivity to diverse populations and perspectives.
Department: Business Administration
Position: Assistant/Associate Professor – Accounting
Qualifications: Doctorate required. ABD near completion considered. The successful candidate will have a concentration/major in accounting, taxation, or other accounting related field.
Position Description: Teaching requirements for the successful candidate will emphasize classroom instruction in various accounting areas. Candidate is also expected to advise students and engage in scholarly work and service.
Respond to: Richard Silkoff, Sc.D., Search Chair, Business Administration Department.
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Department: Business Administration
Position: Assistant Professor – Entrepreneurship/Human Resource Management
Qualifications: Ph.D. or equivalent in business administration required. ABD near completion considered. Expertise in entrepreneurship and human resource management preferred. Practical experience desired.
Position Description: The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in entrepreneurship, and undergraduate and graduate courses in human resource management. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to advise students and engage in scholarly work and service.
Respond to: Ronald Lowy, Ph.D., Department/Search Chair, Business Administration Department
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Department: Communication
Position: Assistant/Associate Professor – Integrated Communication
Qualifications: Doctorate required in communication or related field. ABD near completion considered. Previous professional and academic experience desired.
Position Description: The successful candidate will teach courses in integrated communication such as advertising and media writing, with the ability to teach in the organizational management graduate program. Candidate is also expected to advise students, participate in professional organizations related to the field, and engage in scholarly work and service.
Respond to: John Hale, Ph.D., Search Chair, Communication Department.
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Department: Education
Position: Assistant/Associate Professor – Early Childhood Education
Qualifications: Earned doctorate in early childhood education, child development, or related area.
ABD near completion considered. Expertise is preferred in the areas of early childhood foundations, curriculum, teaching, and early childhood special education; expertise in infant/toddler early care and education a plus. At least three years of experience working with young children and families in professional settings is required. Evidence of scholarship in early childhood education and development is required.
Position Description: Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in early childhood education and supervising practicum students and student teachers. The successful candidate will pursue an active research agenda, advise students, and provide service to the new Child and Family Development Resource Center.
Respond to: Theresa Bouley, Ph.D., Search Chair, Education Department.
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Department: Education
Position: Assistant Professor – Elementary Education
Qualifications: Earned doctorate in elementary education, child development, curriculum development, or related area. ABD near completion considered. Expertise is preferred in the areas of elementary education, educational foundations, child and adolescent development, curriculum development, and elementary classroom teaching practices. A strong background in elementary education and assessment, and experience in college teaching, as well as at least three (3) years as a teacher in K-6 grade levels, is required.
Position Description: Teaching courses in child development and elementary education curriculum and instruction; supervising clinical experiences and student teaching; and developing professional development school relationships. The successful candidate will provide leadership for the elementary education certification undergraduate and graduate programs, including serving as the key faculty member for assessment and program development for NCATE and national accreditation in elementary education.
Respond to: Dr. Catherine L. Tannahill, Search Chair, Education Department.
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Department: Health and Physical Education
Position: Assistant Professor – Physical Education Elementary and Secondary School Pedagogy
Qualifications: Earned doctorate in physical education or related field required. ABD near completion considered. Experience and expertise in physical education pedagogy and curriculum development.
Position Description: The successful candidate will teach courses in some of the following areas: physical education pedagogy and curriculum development, adapted physical education, motor development, physical activity assessment, foundations of health-related fitness, and a variety of lifetime sports/leisure activities. Public school teaching experience strongly desired. Candidate is expected to advise students and engage in scholarly work and service.
Respond to: Robert Horrocks, Ed.D., Search Chair, Health and Physical Education Department.
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Department: Health and Physical Education
Position: Assistant Professor – Sport and Leisure Management: Recreation and Health/Fitness
Qualifications: Earned doctorate in physical education/sport and leisure management/recreation or related area required. ABD near completion considered. Expertise in one or more of the following areas: anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, health, wellness, and fitness assessment. Familiarity with professional courses (e.g., introduction to sport management/recreation; exercise testing and prescription; program development and evaluation).
Position Description: The successful candidate will teach courses in the undergraduate sport and leisure management program. Candidate will also teach a variety of lifetime sport/leisure activities. Candidate is expected to advise students and engage in scholarly work and service.
Respond to: Robert Horrocks, Ed.D., Search Chair, Health and Physical Education Department.
Application Procedure
Screening will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled. Applications should include current curriculum vitae, a transcript of all graduate work, a statement of teaching philosophy and research interest, documentation of teaching ability, and three current letters of recommendation. Send these to the appropriate search chair (as listed above) at the following address:
Eastern Connecticut State University
83 Windham Street
Willimantic, CT 06226
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Eastern Connecticut State University invites applications for the following vacancy in the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics:
Head Women’s Volleyball Coach/Assistant Sports Information Director
Full-time Non Instructional Faculty appointment (ten month) begins August 2008. Responsibilities: Primary Assignment: All aspects of coaching and program development for a highly competitive women’s volleyball team within institutional, conference and NCAA Division III regulations, inclusive of scheduling, budget management, fundraising, and recruitment and retention of student-athletes. Secondary Assignment: Assist the Sports Information Director in aspects of the college’s sports information office to include the writing of game summaries and press releases; update website; assist in coordination of home events in regards to media operations, statistics and videotaping; and in the preparation of publications. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred. Evidence of successful experience as a head coach or substantial assistant experience in volleyball at the collegiate level as well as evidence of strong recruitment of student-athletes within institutional guidelines. Understanding of statistical needs of a variety of sports, writing skills, computer skills, working knowledge and familiarity with “StatCrew” software helpful. Compensation is competitive and dependent upon qualifications with an excellent benefits package.
Qualified applicants should send letter of application, resume and three letters of recommendation to the attention of: Mr. Bill Geitner, Search Committee Chair, ECSU Sports Center, 83 Windham Street, Willimantic, CT 06226. Position open until filled.
Eastern Connecticut State University aggressively pursues a program of equal employment and educational opportunity and affirmative action. Members of all underrepresented groups, women, veterans and person with disabilities are invited and encouraged to apply.
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ECSU is an AA/EEO employer. Women, members of protected classes and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
