BIOLOGY

The Wesleyan Biology Department is seeking to fill a tenure-track position in cell biology, beginning July 1, 2010.  We seek to complement existing areas of strength in development, neuroscience, or evolution.  The departmental Ph. D. and multidisciplinary programs provide a stimulating research environment supported by core facilities that include meta-confocal, scanning and transmission electron microscopes, mass spectrometer and microarray facility, and access to a super computer. Candidates should have postdoctoral experience and plan to launch an independent research program funded by extramural grants. Teaching will be at undergraduate and graduate levels in the area of cell biology. Applications, including a curriculum vita, statements of research and teaching interests, and three letters of reference, should be sent to Cell Biology Search, Department of Biology, Wesleyan University, Middletown, CT 06459-0170, or electronically to mfitzgibbons@wesleyan.edu subject/ Cell Biology Search.  Application review will begin October 9, 2009. Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and welcomes applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups and all applicants who support diversity.  Wesleyan prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, learning disability, physical or mental disability, veteran status and any other category protected by federal or Connecticut State law.

ENGLISH AND FEMINIST, GENDER, AND SEXUALITY STUDIES

The Department of English at Wesleyan University seeks a scholar-teacher of Modern Dramatic Literature, with a specialization in feminist, gender or sexuality studies, for a tenure-track appointment at the assistant professor level, beginning July 1, 2010. Expertise in performance studies welcome. Candidates for this position should be actively engaged in scholarly research and writing and prepared to teach four courses per year (two per semester) to undergraduates. Successful applicants will be prepared to teach Modern Drama, a survey of Western Dramatic Literature, the department’s introductory gateway course, “The Study of Literature,” and cross-listed and core courses for the Feminist, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program, including “Feminist Theory.” PhD in hand or near completion and no more than three years of seniority at another institution. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, writing sample (25pp maximum), evidence of teaching excellence, and at least three letters of recommendation to Natasha Korda and Bill Stowe, Chairs, Modern Drama Search Committee, Department of English, Wesleyan University, Middletown, CT  06459-0100. Applications postmarked by November 1, 2009, will receive full consideration. No faxes please.  Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and welcomes applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups and all applicants who support diversity.  Wesleyan prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, learning disability, physical or mental disability, veteran status and any other category protected by federal or Connecticut State law.

HISTORY AND COLLEGE OF SOCIAL STUDIES

Wesleyan University’s History Department invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor of modern Russian history to begin July 1, 2010.  The successful candidate will be expected to participate fully in all aspects of the life of the College of Social Studies, a multidisciplinary program in history, economics, government, and philosophy.  In addition to offering seminars in her or his specialty, the successful candidate must be prepared to teach Russian history from the Kievan period to the present (including Russia’s engagement with the wider world), a survey course on modern European history from 1815 on, and, at regular intervals, a group tutorial on Europe since 1789 (CSS 240) in the College of Social Studies.  Candidates are expected to have the Ph.D. in hand by July 1, 2010.  Send a letter of application, c.v., three letters of reference and a chapter-length writing sample to modernrussia@wesleyan.edu addressed to Prof. Erik Grimmer-Solem, Chair, Russian History Search. Where necessary, hardcopies may be mailed to the Department of History, Wesleyan University, 238 Church Street, Middletown, CT 06459.  Applications received by November 2, 2009 will be given full consideration.  Screening interviews will be conducted at the AHA Annual Meeting in San Diego, January 7-10, 2010. Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and welcomes applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups and all applicants who support diversity.  Wesleyan prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, learning disability, physical or mental disability, veteran status and any other category protected by federal or Connecticut State law.

MIDDLE EASTERN STUDIES

Wesleyan University invites applications for the full-time position of Adjunct Lecturer in the Arabic Language for a 4-year renewable contract. The primary teaching responsibilities are for elementary and intermediate Arabic, with the possibility of teaching advanced Arabic. Applicants must have: native or near-native fluency in Modern Standard Arabic, strong English skills, experience in teaching Modern Standard Arabic as a second language at the university or college level, and a university degree in a relevant discipline. Please send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation to Professor Bruce Masters, Chair Arabic Search Committee, Department of History, 238 Church Street, Wesleyan University, Middletown, CT 06459. Applications received by December 4 are assured full consideration. Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and welcomes applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups and all applicants who support diversity.  Wesleyan prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, learning disability, physical or mental disability, veteran status and any other category protected by federal or Connecticut State law.

PHILOSOPHY DEPARTMENT AND COLLEGE OF LETTERS

Wesleyan University invites applications for an Assistant Professor. Joint Appointment in Department of Philosophy and the College of Letters. Area of specialization: Nineteenth Century European Philosophy (including Kant), with a preference for German Philosophy. Area of competence: Philosophy of Literature, Aesthetics, or the Philosophy of History. The College of Letters is an interdisciplinary department in predominantly European literature, history, and philosophy. Team teaching of material from all three disciplines, over the period from antiquity to the present, is required. Broad literary and historical interests are thus essential. Ph.D. in Philosophy complete or very near completion expected by the time of appointment. Send letter of application, c.v., three letters of reference, a one-page thesis abstract, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and a chapter-length writing sample to Chair, Search Committee, Philosophy Department, Wesleyan University, 350 High Street, Middletown, CT 06459. Applications received by December 1, 2009 are assured full consideration. Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and welcomes applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups and all applicants who support diversity.  Wesleyan prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, learning disability, physical or mental disability, veteran status and any other category protected by federal or Connecticut State law.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Wesleyan University is seeking applicants for the position of Head Coach of Football. Responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to, organizing and administering all aspects of the football program including contest preparation, team practice planning, arranging for travel, recruiting of qualified student-athletes from diverse backgrounds, maintaining regular and effective communication with the office of admissions, supervising full-time and part-time assistant coaches, providing leadership and mentoring to team members, active communication with football alumni, providing the sports information director with information for publication and the teaching of for credit physical education courses.  A physical education department administrative duty may be assigned. Also, the successful candidate must adhere to all University, NESCAC and NCAA Division III regulations. Bachelor’s degree is required and an advanced degree is preferred.  Candidates should have significant experience in the coaching of college football. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are essential. The ability to mentor students in a very challenging academic environment is an important qualification, as well as, the ability to recruit and coach highly competitive football players. Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is a multi-year, adjunct faculty appointment. The reviewing of applications will begin immediately and continue until the appointment has been made.  A letter of introduction, a resume and list of three references including telephone numbers and email addresses are to be sent to: John S. Biddiscombe, Director of Athletics, Wesleyan University, 161 Cross Street, Middletown, CT  06459-0413. Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and welcomes applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups and all applicants who support diversity.  Wesleyan prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, learning disability, physical or mental disability, veteran status and any other category protected by federal or Connecticut State law.

PHYSICS

The Physics Department at Wesleyan University is seeking to fill a tenure-track position in experimental condensed-matter physics to begin in September 2010. We are particularly interested in individuals with research in fields that complement programs existing in our department (for a description see www.wesleyan.edu/physics/groups.html).  Suitable areas include, but are not limited to, nanotechnology, meta-materials, photonics, biophysics, and soft condensed matter. Wesleyan offers a unique opportunity to combine teaching at a preeminent liberal arts institution with research in a Ph.D.-granting environment. We invite applications from candidates who will develop independent, funded research programs that will attract both graduate and undergraduate students, and who have the ability to project a sense of excitement in the classroom. Start-up funds will be provided. Please send a curriculum vitae, a short teaching statement, plans for future research, and arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to: Search Committee, Department of Physics, Wesleyan University, 265 Church Street, Middletown, CT 06459. Screening of candidates will begin December 1 and continue until the position is filled. Please email any questions to PhysicsSearch@Wesleyan.edu. Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and welcomes applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups and all applicants who support diversity.  Wesleyan prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, learning disability, physical or mental disability, veteran status and any other category protected by federal or Connecticut State law.

RELIGION DEPARTMENT AND FEMINIST, GENDER, AND SEXUALITY STUDIES

Wesleyan University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level starting July 2010, from scholars specializing in Gender and Islam. The successful candidate will hold a joint appointment in the Religion Department and in the Feminist, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program. Applicants should have expertise in one or more of the following: Islamic tradition and practice; Islamic law, rights, and gender; theories of gender and Muslim identity; social movements among Muslims. Those pursuing sexuality studies and/or comparative analysis from a transnational perspective will be favorably considered. We seek a scholar with geographic specialization in Africa, Southeast Asia, Central Asia, or, especially, the Middle East. The candidate must have a Ph.D. in Religion, Women’s Studies, Middle Eastern Studies or a related field by the time of appointment, or be very close to completion. The candidate should be able to teach a course on Feminist Theory and a colloquium on theory and method in Religion.  Please send cover letter outlining research interests, a teaching statement, CV, writing sample, and three letters of recommendation to Lori Gruen, Chair of Gender and Islam Search Committee, FGSS, Wesleyan University, 222 Church Street, Middletown, CT 06459.  Applications received by October 13, 2009 are assured full consideration.  Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and welcomes applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups and all applicants who support diversity.  Wesleyan prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, learning disability, physical or mental disability, veteran status and any other category protected by federal or Connecticut State law.