Visiting Assistant Professor of Africana Studies

Description

The Department of Africana Studies invites applications for a visiting assistant professor of Africana Studies to begin in August 2021.

 

Qualifications

We seek a candidate with strong general background in Africana Studies and a specialty area in one (ideally two) of the following: critical race theory, Black queer theory, Africana religions, Black social and political movements, Africana musicology, Africana popular culture, transnational Black feminisms, or race and healthcare disparities. The teaching load includes advising senior Independent Study thesis projects and teaching Introduction to Africana Studies, an interdisciplinary course focused on the historical and contemporary experiences of African and African-descended people, and upper-level courses in Africana Studies. A Ph.D. in Africana Studies, Black Studies, or a related field is preferred, although applicants who hold a degree in another field with a graduate certificate or significant interdisciplinary training in Africana Studies are welcome to apply. Prior teaching experience is desirable, and applicants should provide evidence of their ability to teach introductory and upper-level courses. The College of Wooster enrolls a diverse student body (24% domestic students of color and 17% international students); all applicants are expected to discuss their experience working with diverse student populations.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit a cover letter; curriculum vitae; copies of unofficial graduate transcripts; evidence of strong teaching (including teaching philosophy, syllabi and student evaluations, if applicable) and research (including research statement) diversity statement; and three reference letters through Interfolio http://apply.interfolio.com/90775. The diversity statement should detail how the applicant has engaged and/or expects to engage with issues of diversity in the classroom and the curriculum, as well as on campus and in the broader community. If you have questions regarding Interfolio, please contact Santha Schuch, Administrative Coordinator, Department of Africana Studies, at sschuch@wooster.edu. Questions about the position should be directed to Lee McBride, Interim Chair of Africana Studies, at Lmcbride@wooster.edu. Review of applications will begin on July 23, but applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The College of Wooster does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, political affiliation, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, disability, age, marital status, family responsibilities, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by institutional policy, or by state, local, or federal law. All offers of employment are subject to verification of the legal right to work in the United States as required by federal law. The College of Wooster is committed by policy and practice to diversity, equity and inclusion. For more information see our nondiscrimination policy.