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Faculty PositionsCurrent Faculty Position Openings at Augustana
(Rank subject to academic preparation.) Visiting Instructor - Norwegian AUGUSTANA COLLEGE in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking an adjunct instructor of Norwegian language and culture beginning Fall 2008. Augustana College, a college affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church, is a selective, residential, undergraduate institution of over 1650 full-time students recognized for the excellence of its graduates and for its experienced, creative faculty. Sioux Falls, SD (metro area of 223,000) is a growing, diverse community with an active and progressive art scene which includes the recently renovated $32 million Washington Pavilion of Arts and Sciences, South Dakota Symphony Orchestra, SculptureWalk, Sioux Falls Jazz and Blues Society and the Visual Art Center. The city, a major medical, retail, and financial center, provides an exceptionally high quality of living in an affordable community environment. RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate for this adjunct position will teach introductory level(s) of Norwegian language and culture and will work with relevant units on campus to promote Norwegian programming. Emphasis on modern Norway is preferred. Potential for the position to continue into Spring 2009 and beyond exists. The ideal candidate would also be willing to interact with the Norwegian-American community in the Sioux Falls area. QUALIFICATIONS: Preference will be given to candidates who possess a Master’s degree in Norwegian or Norwegian/Scandinavian Studies. College level teaching experience and native or near-native fluency is required. CLOSING DATE : Review of applications will begin March 26, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. APPLICATION PROCEDURE : Candidates should send a letter of application, a current curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of three current references to the attention of Professor Mike Nitz, to the address listed below. Visiting Assistant Professor - Organic Chemistry The Department of Chemistry at Augustana College (SD) invites applications for a two-year, full-time appointment in organic chemistry. Augustana College, a premier regional liberal arts college, is a selective residential, undergraduate institution affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. We are committed to an education that connects the disciplines; we have a growing international education program; and we are committed to fostering lives of service. Our location in Sioux Falls, SD, a dynamic, diverse and growing city (metro area of 223,000) which is a major medical, retail, and financial center, provides an exceptionally high quality of living in an affordable community environment. The Augustana College Department of Chemistry is American Chemical Society approved and graduates an average of 10-12 majors per year. To apply please send a letter of application, transcripts, a statement of teaching philosophy, a CV, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of three references to the address listed below. Additional Information: Chemistry Department Vision: To be a premier Chemistry Department in a premier, church-related college in America. Provide the comprehensive and rigorous program needed by those who plan a career in chemistry, the thorough chemistry background needed by those preparing for other science career paths, and a fundamental understanding of chemistry as science and technology in a liberal arts context.
Visiting Assistant Professor - History The Department of History at Augustana College (SD) invites applications for a two-year, full-time appointment in history of the Atlantic world. Augustana College, a premier regional liberal arts college, is a selective residential, undergraduate institution affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. We are committed to an education that connects the disciplines; we have a growing international education program; and we are committed to fostering lives of service. Our location in Sioux Falls, SD, a dynamic, diverse and growing city (metro area of 223,000) which is a major medical, retail, and financial center, provides an exceptionally high quality of living in an affordable community environment. Advanced ABD welcome to apply, but preference will be given to candidates with a Ph.D. whose research focuses on the Iberian Peninsula and/or its colonies. The ability to teach both halves of Augustana’s introductory Western Civilization sequence is essential. In addition, the successful applicant will demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching, professional scholarly activity, and the mission of a private, liberal arts, church-related college. Salary is competitive, dependent upon qualifications, and includes excellent fringe benefits. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To apply please send a cover letter, transcripts, a statement of teaching philosophy, a CV, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of three references to Geoffrey Dipple, Chair, Dept of History, at the address listed below. e-mail: geoffrey.dipple@augie.edu.
Visiting Instructor - Communication The department of Communication at Augustana College invites applications for a term contract position in Communication. The individual will teach a total of four sections of Communication 110 - Introduction to Communication, each year for a term of two years. Candidates with a PhD or Masters degree in Communication are preferred. Candidates who are completing their graduate study who have strong teaching experience and references will be considered. The starting date is September, 2008. Applications received by May 9, 2008, will receive full consideration. Please send letter of application, vita, and contact information for three refrences to the address listed below; Visiting Instructor(s) - Chemistry Augustana College seeks part-time instructor(s) for two general chemistry courses - one in Fall 2008 and one in Interim 2009. A Masters in Chemistry is required, Ph.D. in Chemistry preferred, teaching experience a plus. Review of applications will begin May 5, 2008. Candidates should send a letter of application, including vita, statement of teaching philosophy, copies of transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to the address listed below. Electronic submission preferred ( humanresources@augie.edu). Chemistry Department Web Page: http://ed.augie.edu/~chem Chemistry Chair E-mail: duane.weisshaar@augie.edu ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Augustana College Vision: To be a premier, church-related college in America. Chemistry Department Vision: To be a premier Chemistry Department in a premier, church-related college in America. 1. Teach students how to do science by developing a “research-culture” in the Department that merges a vigorous student-faculty research program with the courses offered by the department and illustrates the team approach to problem solving which is ubiquitous in modern science. 2. Provide the comprehensive and rigorous program needed by those who plan a career in chemistry, the thorough chemistry background needed by those preparing for other science career paths, and a fundamental understanding of chemistry as science and technology in a liberal arts context. Augustana College, a college affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), is a selective, residential, undergraduate institution of over 1650 full-time students recognized for the excellence of its graduates and for its experienced, creative faculty. Sioux Falls, SD (metro area of 223,000) is a growing, diverse community with an active and progressive art scene which includes the recently renovated $32 million Washington Pavilion of Arts and Sciences, South Dakota Symphony Orchestra, SculptureWalk, Sioux Falls Jazz and Blues Society and the Visual Art Center. The city, a major medical, retail, and financial center, provides an exceptionally high quality of living in an affordable community environment. The Chemistry Department is an ACS Approved department with five tenure track faculty members. The department graduates 8-10 majors each year with 2-5 being ACS-Approved degrees. About 50% of graduates go to graduate school in Chemistry and another 25-30% go into other post-graduate programs like medical school, dental school, graduate school in other areas, etc. The Department needs instructor(s) for two classes: Interim (January Term) In lieu of a second semester general chemistry course, the ACS approved major requires a lower level course with an inorganic flavor. Biology majors often use the course to fulfill a similar requirement for medical school. This Topics course is being offered to allow the faculty involved to tailor the course to their backgrounds and interests. The Department will help in designing this course by providing a potential outline and suggestions of some labs, but the instructors will have considerable flexibility in establishing the final syllabus. This course will build on experiences in Chem 120 through expanded discussions on several topics. Discussion topics will begin with redox chemistry, bonding, nuclear chemistry, and colligative properties, then expand to others of interest as time allows. The course will include a lab experience supportive of the lecture. There will be 2 hr of lecture and 3 hr of lab each day. This course fulfills a requirement for the ACS Approved Chemistry major. Prerequisite: Chem 120. Assistant Athletic Trainer Athletic Department Duties: 1. This person will be the primary athletic trainer for football, men’s basketball and outdoor track and field. 2. Athletic Training duties include injury prevention, assessment, rehabilitation and disposition for all team practices and home athletic contests. 3. Travel responsibilities will include away football games and this person will share travel duties with the other assistant athletic trainer with men’s and women’s NSIC away basketball games. 4. This person will also assist with indoor track and field during the winter season. 5. Actively participate in all general athletic department functions and staff meetings. 1. Teach six (6) credit hours per academic year as assigned by the Program Director. 2. Serve as an ACI (approved clinical instructor) for athletic training students. This includes assisting with the supervision of students during their clinical assignments 3. Serve as an advisor to athletic training students as assigned by the Program Director. 4. Serve as a member of the Athletic Training Education Program Selection Committee. 5. Assist with recruiting and visiting with prospective students in athletic training. 6. Assist with freshman registration responsibilities as assigned by the HPER department chairperson. 7. Actively participate in all HPER department functions and staff meetings. 8. This person will work with the Sanford Orthopedic and Sports Medicine program 9. Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director / Head Athletic Trainer. Qualifications: The assistant athletic trainer(s) must meet the following qualifications: 1. Hold current national certification and be in good standing with the Board of 2. Hold current state licensure and be in good standing with the South Dakota Athletic Trainers Association (SDATA). 3. Bachelor's degree required; master’s degree preferred in Athletic Training. 4. Three to five years of Athletic Training experience required. 5. Demonstrate teaching, scholarship and service consistent with institutional standards. 6. Be in good health to meet the physical and mental rigors of being an athletic trainer. The following is a seasonal breakdown of the academic and athletic team responsibilities: Fall
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Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To apply please send a cover letter, a CV, transcripts, a statement of teaching philosophy, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of three references to the address listed below. Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach Augustana College seeks to fill a full-time position as Assistant Women’s Volleyball Coach & HPER Instructor (10 month contract), beginning August 1, 2008. Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with all phases of the Augustana College women’s volleyball program as well as for a teaching assignment in the Department of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation. The duties of the assistant women’s volleyball coach will include coaching and recruiting as well as assisting with all other components of a nationally competitive NCAA Division II women’s volleyball program. The HPER teaching assignment will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the candidate. Additional duties may be assigned by the Director of Athletics or the HPER Department Chair. Qualifications: Prior experience as a head or assistant volleyball coach is required. A Master’s Degree is preferred. A commitment to continued professional growth and a commitment to the mission and values of a church-related liberal arts college are expected. Athletic Information: Augustana College sponsors 18 athletic teams (9 for men and 9 for women) who compete in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference and NCAA Division II. The women’s volleyball team trains in the 120,000 square foot Elmen Center and plays all home matches in the 4,000 seat Hall Sports Forum on campus. The Elmen Center is also the home of the HPER program; which includes academic majors in Exercise Science, Fitness Management, Athletic Training, Sports Management and Physical Education. The athletic program is supported by a 900 member Booster Club and the Sioux Falls area, which includes over 150,000 people. Salary: Competitive; dependent upon qualifications and experience. Closing Date: The position will remain open until filled. Application Procedure: Candidates should send a letter of application, resume and the names and telephone numbers of three current references to Human Resources at the address listed below. Address for sending applications: Dean of the College Telephone: 605-274-4110 Augustana College is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Title IX Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and are required to submit official transcripts upon employment.
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