Job Description
Teaching Assistant Professor in the First Year Experience and Humanities or Social Sciences (Non-Tenure Stream)
Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, NJ
The School of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences (HASS) at Stevens Institute of Technology is seeking candidates for a full-time, non-tenure-track, dual faculty appointment as Teaching Assistant Professor in the First Year Experience and Humanities or Social Sciences, beginning in fall 2024 for an initial appointment of two years with the potential for renewal. Candidates must hold a Ph. D. in a humanities or social sciences discipline such as history, philosophy, English, comparative literature, African American studies, gender studies or one of the social sciences and must demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting student success.
The successful candidate will possess experience teaching at the undergraduate level in the candidate’s field of expertise and will be responsible for:
- Teaching courses in their disciplinary or interdisciplinary area of expertise, including courses in the Foundations in Writing and Critical Inquiry program, administered by HASS.
- Teaching six sections Stevens’s 1-credit First Year Experience course, introducing students to college life and promoting student success, administered by the Office of the Provost and the Division of Student Affairs. The course addresses topics such as personal wellness, inclusion and belonging, career exploration, time management, ethical decision-making, and leadership development.
- Contributing to the academic enterprise of Stevens and HASS through service to our unit and our students.
The School of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences (HASS) at Stevens values diversity and seeks candidates who can contribute to a welcoming climate for students. Stevens is an NSF ADVANCE institution committed to equitable practices and policies. We strongly encourage qualified women and minority candidates to apply.
Stevens Institute of Technology, founded in 1870, is located in Hoboken, NJ, directly across the Hudson River from New York City. Stevens students, faculty, and partners leverage their collective real-world experience and culture of innovation, research, and entrepreneurship to confront global challenges in engineering, science, systems, and technology management. HASS contributes to the mission of Stevens with programs that engage in research and creative activity at the intersection of science, technology, the arts, humanities, and social science in ways that benefit society.
Candidates interested in applying should prepare an application that includes a letter of intent, current C.V., statement of teaching philosophy, and the names and contact information for three references. Please combine all materials into a single document (MSWord or PDF) for submission. Review of applications will begin on January 15th, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.
All applications must be submitted electronically through the HR website at: https://www.stevens.edu/directory/division-human-resources/employment-opportunities
For more information about Stevens and the School of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences, please visit https://www.stevens.edu/hass.
For more information please contact Dr. Jennifer McBryan at jmcbryan@stevens.edu.
Department
School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
General Submission Guidelines:
Please submit an online application to be considered a candidate for any job at Stevens. Please attach a cover letter and resume with each application. Other requirements for consideration may depend on the job.
Academic Submission Guidelines:
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Cover letter
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Curriculum vitae
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Research statement
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Teaching statement that includes a) teaching interests, b) teaching philosophy, and c) a plan on how to create an inclusive environment for students of all backgrounds in terms of classroom teaching, student advising, and graduate student mentoring
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Contact info for at least 2-3 references (school-specific; please refer to job posting)
If you have any questions regarding your application, please contact Jobs@Stevens.edu.
EEO Statement:
Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, disability, or any protected military or veteran status.
Stevens is building a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as other federal statutes.
NSF ADVANCE Institution Stevens values diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment for students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds. We are an NSF ADVANCE institution committed to equitable practices and policies and strongly encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minority candidates, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
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