The Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies (GSWS) Program at the
University of Pittsburgh invites applications for a non-tenure-steam lecturer
position. We are seeking a dynamic teacher who works at the intersection of
critical race/ethnicity studies and gender/sexuality studies. Pending budgetary
approval, the position will begin in fall 2017 with an initial three-year
contract, with the possibility of obtaining renewable three-year contracts
after satisfactory performance reviews.
Applicants must demonstrate interest and proficiency in teaching
feminist, gender, queer, or sexuality studies from an interdisciplinary
perspective. The successful candidate will be an innovative teacher and will
teach courses such as Introduction to GSWS, Introduction to Feminist
Theory, Sex, Race, and Popular Culture, and advanced special topics courses
based on areas of interest and expertise (e.g., Women of Color Feminism,
Racialized Masculinities, Global Sexualities, Queer of Color Critique,
Disability Studies, etc.).
Candidates must be able to work collaboratively in
an interdisciplinary program, direct undergraduate research projects or
internships, organize events and student colloquia, and participate in
collective governance. A PhD in hand at the time of appointment is required.
PhD may be in any discipline, including Gender Studies, Sociology,
Anthropology, Ethnic Studies, or English. The teaching load is three courses
per semester.
The GSWS Program at the University of Pittsburgh
is a vibrant community of interdisciplinary students and scholars with an
undergraduate major and minor, a graduate certificate, and a very active events
calendar with visiting scholars, conferences, and other research activities.
Application Process
Applicants should submit a dossier by December 15,
2016 at the following link https://facultysearch.as.pitt.edu/apply/index/MTY2.
Dossier must include: a letter of application containing a description of
academic background and teaching philosophy, current curriculum vitae, graduate
transcripts, three letters of recommendation, a teaching dossier containing
sample syllabi, course materials, student evaluations, and a list of courses
that could be taught at Pittsburgh. An academic writing sample may also be
uploaded. A diversity statement is strongly recommended (upload as “Vision
Statement” in the system).
Applicants are encouraged to share how their past,
planned, or potential contributions or experiences relating to diversity,
equity, and inclusion will advance the University of Pittsburgh’s commitment to
inclusive excellence.
Questions can be directed to the Director of GSWS,
Todd Reeser at reeser@pitt.edu.
For more information, see http://gsws.pitt.edu.
