[Jobs] new school

[jeremy hunsinger]

The Department of Culture & Media at Eugene Lang College, the New School for Liberal Arts, is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor with a terminal degree in cultural studies, media studies, comparative literature, or allied discipline. This position is a renewable term appointment. Candidates must have a demonstrated facility in ethnographic, textual, theoretical, or historical methodologies. Desired areas of study include (1) race and ethnicity, transnationalism (2) gender and sexuality, (3) subcultures and/or popular culture. Our department is a unique undergraduate-only inter-disciplinary program, combining critical theory, cultural studies, media studies, film theory, and video production for politically-engaged liberal arts students in the heart of New York City. We are looking for an emerging scholar to help us strengthen the cultural studies side of the program, with a particular focus on "media," broadly conceived.

Application: Review of applications will begin November 30, 2010 and the position will remain open until filled. Application is online at http://careers.newschool.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52453. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter describing experience and qualifications, curriculum vitae, and a list of three-five references. The New School is committed to maintaining a diverse educational and creative community, a policy of equal opportunity in all its activities and programs, including employment. Applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are welcome. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical handicap, veteran or marital status.

Qualifications: Ph.D. or A.B.D. or terminal degree in relevant field; some teaching experience preferred.

In addition to a dynamic and progressive work environment, The New School offers a competitive benefits package, including medical and dental insurance, retirement plans, flexible spending accounts and a tuition waiver. We encourage a healthy work/life balance and offer employee assistance services, health and well-being programs and over four weeks of vacation time per year.

Apply with us and discover the rewards and opportunities in working for a world-class, urban university.

Interested candidates must apply online at: http://careers.newschool.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52453
Jeremy Hunsinger
Center for Digital Discourse and Culture
Virginia Tech

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