EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

10/19/07
FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
Joint Appointment: Department of Education/Center for Applied Statistics
Rank: Assistant Professor

Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a position at the rank of Assistant Professor to be jointly held in the Department of Education and the Center for Applied Statistics, in Arts & Sciences. This hire is part of an Applied Statistics initiative in Arts & Sciences. We seek scholars who study education, broadly defined, and have strong skills in the development or use of cutting-edge statistical methods. The successful candidate will also have well-defined theoretical and empirical interests in the field of education. Candidates are encouraged to apply from any relevant social science discipline (e.g., sociology, economics, political science, education, anthropology, criminology, law, or psychology). Individuals whose interests support the Department's strength in urban affairs, from a national or international perspective, are especially welcome. Teaching responsibilities will be divided between the Department and the Center, both to be housed in the Social Science and Law Building, currently under construction on the Danforth Campus. Research responsibilities include conducting and publishing scholarship in quantitative social science disciplines related to education, statistical methods, or related fields, and applying for external grants. Candidates are expected to have Ph.D. in hand by time of appointment.

Candidates should submit a CV, a letter of application, and arrange for at least three letters of reference to be sent directly to:

Marilyn Broughton
Washington University
One Brookings Drive, Campus Box 1183
St. Louis, MO 63130-4899

Applications will be considered as they are received, however priority will be given to those received by January 4, 2008. We anticipate a Fall 2008 start date. We especially encourage applications from women and members of minority groups. Washington University in St. Louis is an equal opportunity employer. Employment eligibility verification required upon hire.

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7/17/06
Department of Education: Literacy Education Lecturer
Non-tenure track

The Department of Education at Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a lecturer (non-tenure track) position in literacy education. The position is available in August 2006 or until filled.

This is a two-year non-renewable appointment. The position involves teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in literacy, reading, and courses in teacher education. Some student teacher supervision is required.

The successful candidate must hold a masters degree in reading, literacy, or related field of study, and must have a minimum three years of teaching experience at some level of pre K-12 literacy. An earned doctoral degree is preferred. Eligibility for Missouri reading licensure is required. Applicants must also evidence commitment to teaching.

The Application Process: Completed applications must include a letter of interest; curriculum vitae or resume; and the contact information of four references. Applications reviews will begin July 31, 2006 and will continue until the position is filled. If you have questions, please contact Marilyn Broughton at (314) 935-6730.

Submit applications to:
Washington University
One Brookings Drive
Campus Box 1183
St. Louis, Missouri 63130-4899

Attention: Chair, Literacy Education Lecturer Search

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