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Languages and Literatures- Assistant Professor

Languages and Literatures

Description: 

 

The Department of Languages and Literatures at the University of Wisconsin-

Whitewater invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position.  The successful candidate will teach a 4/4 load of Freshmen English and upper-division courses in Drama with special emphasis on Introduction to Play Writing, Survey of Modern Drama, and Multicultural Drama.  The latter two courses are cross-listed in the Theater Department.  Research fields should complement existing faculty expertise and may include specialization in Shakespeare.  Requirements include demonstrated excellence in teaching, a commitment to undergraduate education, and clear evidence of scholarly potential.  Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds is expected.

Starting Date:  August 22, 2010

 

Qualifications:

             

PhD (with demonstrable drama concentration) preferred, MFA (with a minimum of two years’ experience) considered.  Candidates must have a terminal degree by starting date. 

 

 

Rank:  Assistant Professor

 

 

Salary: Dependent upon academic preparation and teaching experience.

 

 

University: 

 

Founded in 1868, UW-Whitewater is a premier regional university with an

enrollment of 10,500 students in 43 undergraduate majors and 13 master’s degree

programs.  It offers high-quality career-oriented programs integrated with a model

general education curriculum.  UW-Whitewater is part of the 26-campus University of

Wisconsin System.  Located in a community of 12,000 residents near the scenic Kettle

Moraine State Forest in southeastern Wisconsin, Whitewater is within convenient driving

distance to the metropolitan areas of Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago.

 

Application: 

 

A complete credential packet consists of a letter of application, statement of

teaching philosophy, vita, three confidential letters of recommendation, and copies of

official graduate transcripts.  Submit complete applications via regular mail to:

 

 

Tanya Kam, Search Committee Co-Chair

Department of Languages and Literatures

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

800 W. Main Street

Whitewater, WI 53190-1790

 

The committee will conduct on-campus interviews in March 2010.

 

Deadline:    Applications received by January 25, 2010 are ensured full consideration.

 

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an AA/EEO employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. Criminal background check required. Names of finalists will be released.