Tenure-track Assistant Professor in American Studies at George Washington University

The Department of American Studies at The George Washington University seeks to appoint a tenure-track assistant professor with a specialization in science, technology, and American culture beginning Fall 2012. Ph.D. in American Studies or related discipline by August 1, 2012 required. Review of applications begins October 15, 2011.

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND AMERICAN CULTURE
TENURE-TRACK ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
DEPARTMENT OF AMERICAN STUDIES
THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY

The Department of American Studies at The George Washington University seeks to appoint a tenure-track assistant professor beginning Fall 2012.
Basic Qualifications: All requirements completed for Ph.D. in American Studies or related discipline by August 1, 2012. Research experience/potential as demonstrated by works in progress or scholarly publications, and teaching experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Research and teaching interests in the history and/or meaning of science or technology in American culture, environmental history, urban sustainability, medical humanities, environmental anthropology, ethnography of science, or the geopolitical impact of American scientific enterprise.
Please send a cover letter, CV, three letters of recommendation, and a thirty-page writing sample to:
Science and Technology Search Committee
Department of American Studies
The George Washington University
2108 G Street, NW
Washington, DC 20052
Review of applications will begin October 15, 2011, and continue until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered. The George Washington University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and particularly encourages applications from women and persons of color.
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