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1) Central Michigan University - Public History and Museum Director (Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, U.S.) 2) Bard Graduate Center - Research Fellowship in Museum Anthropology (New York, New York, U.S.) 3) Centre for Constitutional Studies - Executive Director (Edmonton, Alberta, Canada) 4) Papers of Abraham Lincoln - Historical Documentary Editor (Washington, D.C., U.S.) 5) West Texas A&M University - Assistant Professor, U.S. History prior to 1820 (Canyon, Texas, U.S.) 6) University of California, Los Angeles - Endowed Chair in U.S.-Japan Relations (Los Angeles, California, U.S.) 7) Carleton University - Digital Humanities and History (Ottawa, Ontario, Canada) 8) University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Center for 21st Century Studies - Editor (Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S.) 9) Connecticut Humanities Council - Project Historian, ECHO Encyclopedia of Connecticut History Online (Middletown, Connecticut, U.S.) -------------------------------------------------- 1) Central Michigan University - Public History and Museum Director (Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, U.S.) Public History and Museum Director, Central Michigan University. Full-time tenure-track position, assistant or associate professor level, to begin Fall 2010. This position will be divided between faculty and Museum Director responsibilities. Appointment in the Department of History will involve half-time teaching in the field of Museum Studies and U.S., Canadian, or Native American History. Appointment as director of the university’s Museum of Cultural and Natural History includes an additional stipend provided for summer duties. The ability to acquire external funding for support of museum programs and collection is essential. Ph.D. in History, American Studies, or Canadian Studies required with demonstrated expertise in Public History. Send letter of application, c.v., copy of transcripts, three current letters of reference, evidence of successful teaching, relevant scholarship, and relevant experience in directing museum work to Chair, Search Committee, Department of History, Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48859. Screening of applications will begin January 15 and continue until the position is filled. CMU is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a doctoral research university. Additional information may be found at www.cmich.edu. CMU, an AA/EO institution, strongly and actively strives to increase diversity within its community (see www.cmich.edu/aaeo). Contact Info: Chair, Search Committee Department of History Central Michigan University Mt. Pleasant, MI 48859 Website: http://www.cmich.edu -------------------------------------------------- 2) Bard Graduate Center - Research Fellowship in Museum Anthropology (New York, New York, U.S.) The Bard Graduate Center and the American Museum of Natural History announce a Research Fellowship in Museum Anthropology. The fellowship provides support to a postdoctoral investigator to pursue a project in association with a curator in the Division of Anthropology at the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH). We especially encourage applications from those with an interest in the history of collecting for anthropology museums in general, and in the AMNH’s Asian ethnographic collection in particular. The Fellow will also be expected to teach one graduate-level course per year at the Bard Graduate Center (BGC). The Fellow will thus be in joint residence at BGC and AMNH, beginning in September 2010 and continuing through June 2012. The fellowship includes free housing. The deadline for applications is 15 December 2009, and they should be sent to AMNH/ BGC Fellowship Search, Bard Graduate Center, 18 W. 86th Street, New York NY 10024. Applications are not accepted by fax or email. For a more detailed announcement, please go to http://www.bgc.bard.edu/research/fellowship-museum-anthropology.html Contact Info: AMNH/BGC Fellowship Search Bard Graduate Center 18 W. 86th Street New York NY 10024 Website: http://www.bgc.bard.edu -------------------------------------------------- 3) Centre for Constitutional Studies - Executive Director (Edmonton, Alberta, Canada) The Centre for Constitutional Studies is recruiting for a dynamic, creative Executive Director. As the Centre moves towards its 30th anniversary, the Executive Director will have the skills and initiative to: 1) maintain the Centre’s outstanding reputation for producing high-quality, timely, and thought-provoking resources for academic and public audiences, 2) advance the Centre’s research agenda and activities, 3) oversee the Centre’s commitment to public legal education, 4) position and showcase the Centre as a leading interdisciplinary research centre. The Executive Director reports to the Chair of the Centre’s Board and supervises two full-time staff; the Centre also employs several part-time student researchers. Key responsibilities include: - Overall management of the Centre, including supervision of two full-time staff and several part-time student research/editorial assistants - Preparation of funding proposals, as well as regular reporting to the Centre’s funders - Supervision of the preparation of the Centre’s financial reports and budget - Decision-making regarding the use of the Centre’s resources, in collaboration with the Board - Primary editorship of Review of Constitutional Studies/Revue d’études constitutionnelles and Constitutional forum constitutionnel - Oversight of the Centre’s public legal education programming Promotion of the Centre to the public, media, legal community, and University - Planning and coordination of events (speakers, conferences, etc.) - Consultation and collaboration with other organizations, in and out of the province, that have related interests and mandates - Participation, with the Board and staff, in carrying out the Centre’s strategic plan - Other duties as assigned by the Board The successful candidate will have: - A graduate degree in a relevant field - Experience in research, teaching, legal practice, or other work directly related to constitutional issues - Proven leadership skills in developing, planning, and managing projects and programs - Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communications skills, including considerable facility with public speaking - Superior interpersonal skills - Knowledge about and comfort with working in a university setting - Experience writing grant applications and managing grant-funded projects As well, French-language competence, experience in staff supervision, and experience working with non-profit governing boards are definite preferences. The Centre is recognized for its important contributions since 1987 to the study of local, national, and international constitutional matters. Along with producing extensive public legal education materials and programming, the Centre hosts speakers, conferences, and visiting scholars; publishes two journals; supports research projects; and is a resource for information on constitutional issues. The Centre is located in the Faculty of Law on the University of Alberta campus. See more about the Centre’s many activities, resources, and publications at: http://www.law.ualberta.ca/centres/ccs/. This trust funded Executive Director position is governed by the Trust/Research Academic Agreement and is expected to commence as soon as possible, but no later than January 1, 2010. The position is full time and offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive annual salary of $72,438 – 90,550, which will be commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications and experience. Inquires prior to application submission should be directed to: Dr. Judith A. Garber either by phone at 780-492-8281 or email: jgarber@law.ualberta.ca Please submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter that explains how your experience and interests connect with this position, and the names of three references before November 2, 2009. Candidates selected for interviews will be required to provide a writing sample on a relevant subject. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The University of Alberta hires on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons. Contact Info: Dr. Judith Garber, Acting Executive Director Centre for Constitutional Studies 448E Law Centre University of Alberta Edmonton, AB, Canada T6G 2H5 Website: http://www.careers.ualberta.ca/competition.aspx?id=A10019779 --------------------------------------------------- 4) Papers of Abraham Lincoln - Historical Documentary Editor (Washington, D.C., U.S.) University of Illinois Springfield, Center for State Policy and Leadership is seeking two (2) historical documentary editors to provide historical research in locating documents, document image acquisition and editing, transcription and proofing of historical texts, and contextual research and drafting of document annotations for the Papers of Abraham Lincoln project. The historical documentary editors will work initially with the project at the National Archives in Washington, DC. Requirements: 1) Master of Arts degree in History, with a concentration in American history; 2) minimum of five years of applicable experience in documentary editing or scholarly research on Lincoln; 3) demonstrated skill in historical research and writing; 4) demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; and 5) working knowledge of computers, including word processing, database, graphics, and e-mail programs. Preference will be given to applicants with a Doctor of Philosophy degree in History; demonstrated ability to work effectively on group tasks; demonstrated attention to detail and precision in research, reading, and writing; demonstrated ability to speak to public groups on historical topics; and experience in utilizing electronic databases and the Internet for historical research. Salary and benefits appropriate to skills. Applicants should send a resume documenting all job requirements; college transcripts; and names, addresses, and phone numbers of at least three references. Screening of applications will begin November 20, 2009, but applications will be considered until the positions are filled. Positions ideally will begin on January 4, 2010. The University of Illinois Springfield is one of three campuses of the University of Illinois and provides an intellectually rich, collaborative, and intimate learning environment for students, faculty, and staff, while serving local, regional, state, national, and international communities. UIS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to recruitment and retention of a diverse and inclusive campus community. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Contact Info: Dr. Daniel W. Stowell Papers of Abraham Lincoln 112 N. Sixth Street Springfield, IL 62701-1310 Website: http://www.papersofabrahamlincoln.org --------------------------------------------------- 5) West Texas A&M University - Assistant Professor, U.S. History prior to 1820 (Canyon, Texas, U.S.) West Texas A&M University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor of U.S. History prior to 1820 to begin in autumn of 2010, subject to budgetary approval. Candidates must have their Ph.D. in hand by August 15, 2010. A strong commitment to teaching excellence is required and evidence of teaching excellence is preferred. The successful candidate will be qualified to teach U.S. surveys, upper division courses, and graduate seminars in his/her field(s). The ability to offer courses in public history and trans-Atlantic history is strongly preferred. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active research agenda and frequently publish and present peer-reviewed scholarship. Applications must be postmarked or, in the case of electronically submitted or faxed materials, received by December 1, 2009, to receive primary consideration. Applicants should mail a cover letter, curriculum vita, unofficial graduate transcripts, three letters of recommendation, a writing sample, two sample syllabi, and teaching evaluations if available to: Dr. Byron Pearson, Chair, U.S. History Search Committee, Department of History and Geography, WTAMU Box 60742, Canyon, TX, 79016. The departmental fax number is (806) 651-2437. Electronically submitted materials may be faxed or sent as email attachments in MS Word to bpearson@wtamu.edu under the subject heading “U.S. History Search.” West Texas A&M University is an AA/EOE employer. The Department of History and Geography actively encourages applications from all candidates regardless of race, cultural identification, gender, religion, veteran’s status, disability, and sexual orientation. Texas state law requires all male applicants between the ages of 18-25 to be registered with the Selective Service. Contact Info: Dr. Byron Pearson, Chair U.S. History Search Committee Department of History and Geography WTAMU Box 60742 Canyon, TX, 79016 Phone:(806) 651-2424 Fax:(806) 651-2437 Website: http://www.wtamu.edu/ ------------------------------------------------- 6) University of California, Los Angeles - Endowed Chair in U.S.-Japan Relations (Los Angeles, California, U.S.) The Paul I. and Hisako Terasaki Center for Japanese Studies at University of California, Los Angeles seeks to fill the Paul I. Terasaki Chair in U.S.-Japan Relations for academic years 2010-11, 2011-12 and 2012-13. This chair is appointed on a rotating basis from among various specializations within Japanese studies, in the social sciences, selected professional schools and the humanities. This chair is designed to bring internationally renowned experts in Japanese studies and U.S.-Japan relations to the UCLA campus, typically for one year. (Shorter appointments will be considered, as will extensions to a second year.) Salary will be commensurate with the applicant’s experience and current position. Additional funds will be made available for research support. Chair holders are expected to teach appropriate courses related to Japan, and will be asked to give at least one public lecture per year on some topic relevant to the U.S.-Japan relationship. Applicants should send a statement of research and teaching interests, vitae, the year of availability (2010-11, 2011-12, or 2012-13), and a list of three possible references to the Chair of the Search Committee: Professor Michael Thies Director, Paul I. and Hisako Terasaki Center for Japanese Studies 11369 Bunche Hall University of California, Los Angeles 405 Hilgard Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90095-1487 E-mail: thies@polisci.ucla.edu In order to ensure the timely processing of applications, materials should arrive by January 8, 2010. Contact Info: Michael Thies Director, Terasaki Center for Japanese Studies UCLA Los Angeles, CA 90095-1487 Phone: (310) 825-8681 Fax: (310) 206-3555 Email: thies@polisci.ucla.edu Website: http://www.international.ucla.edu/japan -------------------------------------------------- 7) Carleton University - Digital Humanities and History (Ottawa, Ontario, Canada) The Department of History at Carleton University invites applications for an entry-level tenure-track position in the Digital Humanities at the rank of Assistant Professor. The candidate should be an historian whose research engages innovative theoretical and methodological approaches. Place and periodization are open. Candidates should possess a Ph.D. in history or a related field, a strong commitment to scholarship reflected in publications, an active research profile, and demonstrated excellence and innovation in teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to teach in both undergraduate and graduate programs, including our Public History MA program. We welcome candidates who, in addition to teaching in their own field, could contribute to our core curriculum offerings in historical theory and methods. The successful applicant will also be expected to develop a program of research leading to significant peer-reviewed publications, and to contribute effectively to academic life in the department and in the university. Applications, including a curriculum vitae, one article- or chapter-length writing sample, a statement of teaching philosophy or a teaching portfolio, and three letters of reference, should be sent to: Professor James D. Miller, Chair Department of History Carleton University 1125 Colonel By Drive Ottawa, ON, K1S 5B6, Canada. The deadline for receipt of applications is January 15, 2010. Candidates may learn more about the Department by visiting its Web site at www.carleton.ca/history/ or by contacting the Chair at james_miller@carleton.ca Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Contact Info: Professor James D. Miller, Chair Department of History Carleton University 1125 Colonel By Drive Ottawa, ON, K1S 5B6, Canada. Website: http://www.carleton.ca/history/ --------------------------------------------------- 8) University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Center for 21st Century Studies - Editor (Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S.) The Center for 21st Century Studies, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s interdisciplinary humanities research center, seeks an Editor (Assistant Director) who will write articles and coordinate, create and/or produce all Center publications. The Editor will manage, coordinate, and maintain development, outreach, and promotional activities for the Center. S/he will also provide curricular and research support for faculty, fellows, and graduate students. The Editor will maintain the Center website and manage, advise, and support the Center on all technical issues and activities. A Masters Degree in the humanities, arts, social sciences, or related area, an understanding of research and scholarship in the humanities and social sciences, two years minimum experience with publishing, excellent writing skills, and appropriate web experience required; experience as a publications editor, the ability to communicate and cooperate with authors, colleagues, faculty, students, and the public, as well as advancement, development, and/or grant writing background preferred. Must apply by November 13, 2009; for details and application procedures, see www.jobs.uwm.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=51084. Contact Info: Kate Kramer Center for 21st Century Studies P.O. Box 413 Milwaukee, WI 53201 kkramer@uwm.edu Website: http://www4.uwm.edu/21st/index.html ---------------------------------------------------- 9) Connecticut Humanities Council - Project Historian, ECHO Encyclopedia of Connecticut History Online (Middletown, Connecticut, U.S.) Position Announcement: Project Historian: The Encyclopedia of Connecticut History Online The Connecticut Humanities Council, a state-based affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, seeks qualified applicants for the position of Project Historian of the Encyclopedia of Connecticut History Online (ECHO). Project Description: The Encyclopedia of Connecticut History Online The Encyclopedia of Connecticut History Online is a “next generation” online state encyclopedia, which integrates digitized archival collections, museum resources, media products and curricula materials in over 1,100 authoritative essays and entries on Connecticut’s past. At its launch in June 2012, ECHO will be the standard reference text on the state’s past. It will be based on a scholarly reassessment of the Connecticut story from top to bottom across the full range of Connecticut’s periods, themes and underlying “people, places and events.” It will revise existing secondary sources to reflect new interpretations in the field, but will also commission substantial new scholarship to address the many aspects of the state’s social, cultural, ethnic, racial and contemporary history long ignored by historians. In the next two years we will add an additional 550 thematic essays, town histories and entries to 523 articles already in hand. We will incorporate an additional 2,855 digitized primary sources in these articles, joining 2,230 digital materials already located in the state’s major archival repositories. We will incorporate 17 theme-based documentaries produced through the CHC’s decade-long Connecticut Experience collaboration with Connecticut Public Television and create at least 50 ECHO-based curriculum units for use in U.S. History courses across the state. We will link each entry and essay to heritage organizations with programs and resources relevant to that subject and will include in each of ECHO’s content pages, access to a constantly updated, statewide heritage calendar of events and exhibits. Subject to the availability of funding, ECHO will be an ongoing project of the Connecticut Humanities Council. Efforts through 2012 to populate and launch the site will be followed in succeeding years with the ongoing revision and refinement of existing entries and the steady addition of new content. Duties: • Select qualified authors to write the remaining 550 entries and essays that comprise ECHO’s content base • Prepare critiques of submitted essays for historical accuracy and interpretive rigor, and negotiate author revisions • Research and write additional essays and entries as necessary • Oversee ECHO’s research assistants and fact checkers • Assist in selection of primary resources supporting ECHO’s essays and entries Qualifications: • Advanced Degree in American History or related field, Ph.D. preferred • Substantial record of research, teaching and/or public programming in Connecticut History • Experience in writing for general audiences and for the web • Thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Word • Experience working with community (multi-author) publishing projects and in developing Web-based (electronic) publications • Sound working knowledge of the Internet Compensation and Duration: • One year contract annually renewable • $60,000-$65,000 annual salary depending on qualifications and experience • Generous fringe benefits Application Process and Deadline: Send detailed application letter, vitae, and names of three references by November 27, 2009 to: Bruce Fraser Co- Editor in Chief, Encyclopedia of Connecticut History Online c/o Connecticut Humanities Council 37 Broad Street Middletown, CT 06457 Or to: Bruce@ctculture.org Contact Info: Bruce Fraser Co- Editor in Chief, Encyclopedia of Connecticut History Online c/o Connecticut Humanities Council 37 Broad Street Middletown, CT 06457 Website: http://www.ctculture.org ********************************************************* The public history jobs posted above are excerpted from the weekly H-Net Job Guide. 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