[STS-Africa] Fwd: Job Posting: Asst. Prof. of Sociocult. Anthro. @Purdue

[Gianluca Miscione]

On Friday, 8 September 2017 22:43:52 UTC+1, znyssa wrote:
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> Purdue University Department of Anthropology invites applications for the 
> following position to begin August 2018:  *Assistant Professor of 
> sociocultural anthropology, tenure-track, with a focus on technology, 
> science, or health and medicine. *We seek a dynamic scholar with a 
> promising record of publications and funding, an active research agenda, 
> teaching experience, and a commitment to the application of anthropology to 
> humanity’s grand challenges. The successful candidate will join a vibrant 
> and growing department. 
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> Qualifications:
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> PhD in Anthropology or related field is required.
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> The successful candidate will be expected to:
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>    - ·         Conduct innovative research in areas of technology, 
>    science, or health and medicine
>    - ·         Foster linkages with Engineering, Technology, Health 
>    Sciences, Agriculture and/or Purdue’s Interdisciplinary Centers
>    - ·         Demonstrate an interest in applying anthropology to 
>    address humanity’s grand challenges 
>    - ·         Teach introductory, advanced, and graduate courses in 
>    cultural anthropology and the areas of specialization
>    - ·         Demonstrate strong teaching skills and potential to 
>    develop field-based, interdisciplinary, cross-listed, and/or service 
>    learning anthropology courses
>    - ·         Prepare students for careers and mentor their development
>    - ·         Show evidence of a commitment to diversity and promoting a 
>    multicultural environment for learning
>    - ·         Participate in departmental and university administrative 
>    activities
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> The successful candidate will show ability to link to Purdue’s programs or 
> centers addressing society’s grand challenges such as the Medical 
> Humanities Program in the College of Liberal Arts, Center for Aging and the 
> Life Course, Ingestive Behavior Research Center, Purdue Polytechnic 
> Institute and Regenstrief Center for Healthcare Engineering.
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> Purdue University’s College of Liberal Arts is committed to advancing 
> diversity in all areas of faculty effort, including scholarship, 
> instruction, and engagement. Candidates should address at least one of 
> these areas in their cover letter, indicating their experiences, current 
> interests or activities, and/or future goals to promote a climate that 
> values diversity and inclusion. 
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> Send electronic applications including a CV, a cover letter stating 
> research program, teaching interests, engagement record, and diversity 
> experience, and contact information for three references to: Assistant 
> Professor Search, c/o Brenda Gunion, (gun... at purdue.edu) <javascript:>, 
> Assistant to Head, Department of Anthropology, Purdue University, 700 W. 
> State Street, West Lafayette, IN 47907-2059.  For full consideration, 
> applications should be received by October 15, 2017, and review will 
> continue until filled. A background check will be required for employment 
> in this position. For more information about the Department of 
> Anthropology, visit our webpage: http://www.cla.purdue.edu/anthropology. 
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> Purdue University is an EEO/AA employer. All individuals, including 
> minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans 
> are encouraged to apply. 
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