Assistant Professor in Humanities

The Department of Humanities and the Interdisciplinary Studies program invite applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Humanities. Duties include teaching undergraduate courses in sociology, service learning, core humanities, sustainability topics, senior portfolio and other courses as needed, along with advising and collaborating on the ongoing development of our Interdisciplinary Studies majors. The program is looking for demonstrated commitment to and experience with undergraduate teaching and community service learning. Academic expertise could range from rural sociology, social sustainability, food and natural resources, sustainable development, to other interdisciplinary areas.

 

We encourage applicants who can demonstrate particularly effective teaching skills and who have significant experience coordinating student internships and projects with non-profits, governmental agencies, schools, and other local entities. This is a full-time position with benefits and contingent upon funding. The annual salary is $45,000 and the tentative start date will be Fall 2013. To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and supporting materials to jobs@sierranevada.edu.

 

Sierra Nevada College is a non-profit liberal arts college offering undergraduate and graduate degrees with locations in Lake Tahoe, Las Vegas, Reno and online with approximately 550 undergraduate students located in Incline Village, Nevada on Lake Tahoe. Our curriculum emphasizes liberal arts, professional preparedness, entrepreneurial thinking, and sustainability. Our Interdisciplinary Studies program requires that students complete both service learning and senior portfolio courses. The successful candidate will join a team of dedicated faculty who teach, advise and administer an exciting array of courses and programs. To learn more about Sierra Nevada College, call 775.831.1314 or visit www.sierranevada.edu

 

 

Sierra Nevada College is an Equal Opportunity Employer