American Studies Program
Assistant Professor
Wellesley College

The American Studies Program at Wellesley College invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor effective July 2008.

We seek outstanding candidates with interdisciplinary training and a strong theoretical foundation who can help lead American Studies at Wellesley in exciting new directions. Particular field of study and area of specialization are open.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in American Studies or a related interdisciplinary field must be in hand at time of appointment. Evidence of successful teaching and potential for significant scholarly publication are essential.

Candidates should submit c.v, personal statement describing research and teaching interests (with course proposals—for introductory and advanced courses), and three letters of reference.

Deadline for all applications is December 1, 2007

Submit applications electronically to: amstudiessearch@wellesley.edu

Send inquiries to:
Elena Tajima Creef
Search Committee Chair
Women’s Studies Department
106 Central St.
Wellesley College
Wellesley, MA 02481
(781) 283-2199
ecreef@wellesley.edu

Wellesley College is an EO/AA educational institution and employer. The College is committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum. Candidates who believe they will contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply. For more information about being a faculty member at Wellesley, please see http://www.wellesley.edu/DeanCollege/Diversity/Open_pos/prospectfac.pdf.