[AIW] Position announcement

[AIW - Bartl]

The University of Redlands seeks outstanding candidates to fill the position
of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians Endowed Chair of Native American
Studies.  Rank is open at the level of Assistant, Associate, or full
Professor; terminal degree is required.  We seek candidates with broad
expertise in Native American culture, history or policy, driven by the
questions and concerns of Native American populations, to establish an
interdisciplinary Native American studies program, conduct applied research
in the field of Native American studies, and develop programs to foster the
success of Native American students in higher education.  An established
record of successful engagement with Native American communities is
required.  Potential candidates should demonstrate leadership skills
necessary to develop a Native American Studies curriculum, which should
expand understanding of the Native American experience in southern
California in such a way as to inform fut
ure planning and policy decisions in the region.  The ability to establish
positive relationships and partnerships with southern California Native
American tribes is critical to the program's success; candidates should
possess relevant community (including tribal, local and/or regional
communities) and student outreach experience.  Experience with integrating
technology into curriculum development and implementation or applied
research activities is highly desirable.  The University places a great deal
of emphasis on excellence in teaching.  The position will require
integrating classroom and experiential learning opportunities.  Other
responsibilities include teaching introductory courses, a commitment to
professional development, and university service. The University of Redlands
is a private, comprehensive, liberal arts institution located sixty miles
east of Los Angeles.  We actively encourage applications from women and
under-represented groups, especially Native A
mericans.  Additional information about the University and its mission and
facilities is available at www.redlands.edu <http://www.redlands.edu/>
<http://www.redlands.edu/>.  
 
Those seeking additional information regarding the position should contact
Wesley Bernardini, Chair, Department of Sociology and Anthropology at
Wesley_Bernardini at redlands.edu <mailto:Wesley_Bernardini at redlands.edu>
<mailto:Wesley_Bernardini at redlands.edu> or 909-748-8707.  
 
Candidates should submit a letter of application, vitae, and one letter of
recommendation addressing the candidate's record of engagement with Native
American communities by March 1, 2011.
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