Job Information
Western Colorado University Lecturer In History in Gunnison, Colorado
Job Description:
Western Colorado University invites applications for one-year Lecturer position in History beginning August 2024.
General area of specialization is Global Europe but additional fields outside of US, Africa and Latin America are of interest especially experience or specialization in Digital History and/or Public History. Teaching load is 24 semester credits per academic year (4 courses per semester) and assisting with the History League, program recruitment and the development of Digital and/or Public History projects. There is also the opportunity to develop and deliver innovative courses in their area of expertise. This is a one-year appointment with the possibility of renewal based upon strong performance and funding availability.
The History Program at Western Colorado University is part of the Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences. The Program has 2 full-time faculty members and approximately 45 Majors and three tracts: Standard History major, Secondary Licensure, and Public History. We are looking for innovative forward-thinking faculty to help modernize our History program offerings.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates should possess a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in History, Public History or Digital History, evidence of teaching excellence and a demonstrated ability to work collegially in a student-centered learning environment while building relationships with external constituents that benefit students. Strong candidates with ABD status may be considered for appointment.
SALARY/BENEFITS:
Salary range is $48,000 - $50,000 per year. Western offers an excellent benefits package including shared premiums for a comprehensive health insurance plan, dental insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, and other insurance options. After one year of employment, Western provides free tuition for dependents enrolled full time in undergraduate programs for up to four years.
START DATE:
August 16, 2024.
What you need to apply:
Required attachments to your online application include a cover letter describing qualifications, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, three references, and a statement of teaching philosophy.
In addition, have two letters of recommendation sent via email to pmccarthy@western.edu.
All applicant questions may be directed to Dr. Heather Thiessen-Reily: hthiessen@western.edu
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable during screening. Official transcripts are required prior to employment.
Screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Note: If transcripts are required for your application, you may redact information that identifies your age, date of birth, dates of attendance, or graduation from the educational institution. If a degree is required for employment, official transcripts (unopened or delivered directly to HR) will be required upon hire; copies/scans submitted during application will not serve the purpose of official transcripts upon hire.
Additional Information about Western and Gunnison
Western Colorado University is a public institution with a student enrollment of 3,700 (graduate and undergraduate), the majority of whom reside on campus and in the community. With average class sizes of 17 students, faculty and staff share a strong commitment to inclusivity and personalized, immersive education. They are student-oriented, collegial, and engaged in the campus and community. Western is committed to continual growth in regard to diversity, equity, and inclusivity and promotes participation in such initiatives from students, faculty, staff, and the community. Please see our diversity statement, and our DEI Committee charge.
The University is located in Gunnison, Colorado, a beautiful rural community 200 miles southwest of Denver and the gateway to nearby Crested Butte, a world c ass ski and outdoor recreation area. K-12 students are served by the award-winning Gunnison Watershed School District. Both communities value the arts, quality of life, community-based wraparound services for children and adults, and continued personal growth and learning opportunities. At an elevation of 7,700 feet in the Rocky Mountains, the Gunnison Valley provides exceptional year-round opportunities including summer arts and music festivals, youth camps, mountain biking, skiing, kayak/rafting, rock climbing, hiking and camping, all within minutes of the campus.
Western has acquired local rental agreements for newly hired employees moving to the Gunnison Valley. We expect several new units to be available, on a first come first served basis, with subsidized leases as bridge housing for up to one year, while new employees locate long term accommodations in the area. Upon hire, contact information for housing opportunities will be provided by the Human Resources department.
Visit http://www.western.edu to learn more about the university.