The Department of Humanities and Cultural Studies at the University of South Florida, Tampa, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of film studies with an emphasis on American film, or of American Studies with a specialty in film. Ph.D. required by time of appointment. Salary starts at $58k commensurate with qualifications. 9-month contract begins August 2010. Application deadline: December 1, 2009.
University of South Florida - Assistant Professor Position
Location: Florida, United States
Institution Type: College/University
Position Type: Assistant Professor
Main Category: Film
Secondary Categories: American Studies
Film Studies/American Studies. Tenure-track Assistant Professor. The Department of Humanities and Cultural Studies at the University of South Florida, Tampa, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of film studies with an emphasis on American film, or of American Studies with a specialty in film. We are particularly interested in candidates whose work explores the relation between film's formal features and its social and cultural contexts. Teaching assignment is 2/3 with two preps per semester, and includes teaching General Education courses in film as well as upper-level courses and graduate seminars in area of specialization. PhD in English, Communication or equivalent discipline with demonstrable interdisciplinary qualifications required (ABDs will be considered, but PhD in hand by start date, or appointment at instructor rank with reduced salary). Salary starts at $58k commensurate with qualifications. 9-month contract begins August 2010.
Send application letter, vita, and three letters of recommendation by Dec. 1, 2009, to Dr. Andrew Berish, Search Committee Chair, Humanities and Cultural Studies Dept., CPR 107, University of South Florida, 4202 East Fowler Ave., Tampa, FL 33620. According to Florida Law, applications and meetings regarding them are open to the public. For ADA accommodations, please contact Sheela Fernandez at 813-974-9380 at least five working days prior to need. USF is an AA/EEO institution.
Contact Info:
Dr. Andrew Berish, Search Committee Chair Humanities and Cultural Studies, CPR 107 University of South Florida
4202 East Fowler Ave., Tampa, FL 33620
