Department of Human Services Studies, Assistant Professor. Elon University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Human Services Studies, beginning mid-August, 2022. Candidates must hold an earned doctorate in a Human Services related discipline and demonstrate an active scholarship agenda. Candidates should have the ability to teach broadly within the major and to teach an elective in the candidate’s area of expertise. Faculty also teach courses in Elon’s Core Curriculum. An interest in community-based research, practice and program evaluation is desired. Please include prior teaching experience, your teaching philosophy, and examples of student mentoring. Candidates who have experience working with a diverse range of people, and who can contribute to the climate of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experiences in their cover letter. Elon is a dynamic private, co-educational, comprehensive institution that is a national model for actively engaging faculty and students in teaching and learning in a liberal arts based residential campus. To learn more about Elon, please visit the University web site at<http://www.elon.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications must be received by October 1, 2021 to be assured of consideration. Send letter of application, CV, transcripts, evidence of teaching effectiveness, research interests, and three letters of recommendation in a complete file to humanservices2021@elon.edu . Elon University is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff and student body and welcomes all applicants.
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