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Arizona State University - TT Asst. Professor, Digital Humanities - CANCELLED[]

The Faculty of Languages & Cultures in the School of Letters and Sciences on the Downtown Phoenix campus of Arizona State University seeks a tenure-track assistant professor with a specialty in digital humanities.

This tenure track position will assume the following distribution of effort during the tenure probationary period: 40% research and creative activity (significant research in area of specialty), 40% teaching (normal teaching load is four classes per year), and 20% service (appropriate to rank).

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED: The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in a humanities field (e.g., English, Philosophy, History, Cultural Studies, Rhetoric, or interdisciplinary humanities) by time of hire; recognized body of scholarship appropriate to rank in digital humanities or related field; college-level teaching experience and mentoring appropriate to rank; a commitment to working in multicultural settings; a commitment to interdisciplinary scholarship and evidence of department, college, community and/or professional service appropriate to rank.

DESIRED: Experience with online teaching and learning in humanities areas; commitment to developing and sharing knowledge about digital humanities pedagogy; demonstrated commitment to community engagement, place­based inquiry, and use­inspired research consistent with mission of a New American University.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, December 3, 2012, if not filled, weekly Monday thereafter until search is closed.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: A complete application must include a cover letter outlining relevant qualifications, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, two samples of relevant research-based writing, and three letters of recommendation. Please send these as one electronic file to Kelli Collins (Kelli.M.Collins@asu.edu); indicate the position (Assistant Professor-Digital Humanities, AV #10254) in the subject line. DO NOT send your application letter, vita, names of references, etc., separately. We will not accept incomplete applications.

GENERAL INFORMATION: Academic year contract, 8/16/13-5/15/14. Salary contingent upon qualifications and assigned teaching load. Background check required prior to employment. ASU is an affirmative action/equal employment opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity. Women and members of underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Deadline: Dec. 3

Acknowledgment received: 11/27

Request for additional materials:

Rejection (no interview):

Preliminary interview scheduled (phone, Skype, MLA ...):

Rejection (after preliminary interview):

Campus interview scheduled: [see NOTES]

Rejection (after campus interview):

NOTES:

  • Has anyone heard anything? (12/29)
  • Any News?
  • Campus interviews have been held [posted 3/2]
  • Search cancelled [posted early April]
  • The position was down-graded and offered to an existing instructor with an MA to save the department money

Arizona State University - Asst. Professor, Film & Media Studies (English Dept.) - SKYPE INTERVIEW STAGE[]

The English Department at Arizona State University seeks an assistant professor in Film and Media Studies to begin in August 2013. Successful candidate will be expected to teach 2/2, mentor graduate students, and conduct research.

Required Qualifications: Ph.D.in Film and Media Studies or related discipline in hand by the time of appointment, demonstrated strong commitment to teaching; a well-articulated and promising research program; excellent record of college-level teaching appropriate to rank and experience mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.

Desired Qualifications: Research expertise in technology and culture with specialization in one or more of the following areas: the critical analysis of digital, network and mobile media technologies; the social impact of new technologies (including representation and identity); the social construction of technology; how the emergence of digital, networked and mobile communication has impacted existing media and institutions.

Applicants must send: a current curriculum vita; a letter outlining research program, teaching philosophy, and a description of how the applicant’s experiences fit the area(s) of expertise listed above; and the names, positions, and contact information of three references electronically to: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/ASU/English. No paper applications, faxes or emails will be accepted.

Application Deadline is Dec. 1 2012; if not filled, and then every Monday thereafter until the search is closed.

AcademicJobsOnline

Acknowledgment received: 11/26

Request for additional materials:

Rejection (no interview):

Preliminary interview scheduled (phone, Skype, MLA ...): Skype interview 1/4

Rejection (after preliminary interview):

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Rejection (after campus interview):

Offer made:

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Binghamton University (SUNY) - Assistant Professor of Comparative Literature - SKYPE INTERVIEW SCHEDULED[]

The Department of Comparative Literature at Binghamton University invites applications for the position of a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Comparative Literature beginning September 2013. Especially welcome are candidates whose expertise addresses the intersection of media (film, television, new media, music, etc.) and literary studies. Focus should be on theoretical issues (concerning, for example, repetition, image, techne, and the virtual) that investigations into the media bring to literary criticism; and/or on the questions (aesthetics and aestheticism, literariness and writing, voice and perspective) that, emerging from literary studies, inform current scholarship on the media. We also invite applicants who specialize in the relationship of literature, philosophy, and translation studies. The teaching load is 2/2.

To apply kindly submit the following materials: cover letter, CV, a description of an ideal undergraduate seminar, a writing sample (up to 30 pages), and three letters of recommendation. Please attach documents (other than recommendations) with the online application by visiting the following link: http://binghamton.Interviewexchange.com. The letters of reference should be sent (by providers or dossier service) to kstanley@binghamton.edu, re: job search. To ensure full consideration, complete your application by December 3, 2012.

MLA JIL 10/5/12

Deadline: Dec. 3

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Also posted at Comparative 2013 & Film Studies 2013

Carleton University - Canada Research Chair on Digital Media, Civic Culture, and Global Change (POSITION FILLED)[]

The Communication Studies Program of the School of Journalism and Communication at Carleton University invites applications for nomination for a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair on Digital Media, Civic Culture and Global Change.

The nominee for the CRC will be an emerging scholar with teaching experience and research expertise on the role of digital media in transforming global politics and the affordances of digital media for new social movements. The successful applicant will have a stellar research record on the use of digital media by civil society actors and the transformation of global movements for change as a consequence of new media strategies. Candidates will possess a Ph.D. in Communication or a cognate discipline and be able to participate effectively in teaching and graduate supervision in the field of digital media, civic culture and global change.

Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful applicant will work with faculty and staff to submit a CRC application for the April 2013 competition, with an anticipated start date of January 1, 2014. Tier 2 CRCs are typically awarded to excellent emerging researchers who have demonstrated particular research creativity and the potential to achieve international recognition in their fields in the next five to 10 years.

Digital and social media lie at the intersection of many areas of academic study, research and production at Carleton University. As articulated in the university’s strategic plan, Defining Dreams, there are both teaching and research initiatives on new digital media underway in an impressive range of disciplines, from exploring the nature and potential of the ‘Digital Humanities’, to computer animation and design through the Interactive Multimedia and Design program, to industrial and technical drawing, to the effect of computer design for user interface.

The CRC in Digital Media, Civic Culture and Global Change would add an important component to this mix with its focus on the link between digital media and changing citizen expectations and civic practices. The incumbent of the Chair will be in a unique position to forge a collaborative research network and facilitate cross-disciplinary research across the Faculty of Public Affairs and outside the university with organizations in the civic sector. Taking advantage of the facilities in the Communication Research Centre in the new River Building, the Chair will be a catalyzing focus of a high public profile in digital and social media research around questions of civic culture and global change. The Communication Studies Program offers degrees at undergraduate, master’s and doctoral levels, and has a combined enrollment of over 1,000 students. It is a leader in the study of communication theory, research and policy, having offered undergraduate degrees since 1979, and is seeking individuals of exceptional abilities to augment its strengths in research and teaching. Further information on the program is available at http://www1.carleton.ca/communication

Please send complete applications to Professor Eileen Saunders, Associate Director, School of Journalism and Communication, Carleton University, 1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K1S 5B6. Application packages should be sent in hard copy and will consist of a curriculum vitae, copies of sample publications, a statement of teaching and research interests, and a one-page description of the applicant’s expected fit to Carleton University’s Strategic Research Priorities. Further information on these is available here.

Applicants should also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent directly to the Associate Director. The closing date for applications is January 7, 2013.

Located in Ottawa, Ontario, Carleton University is a dynamic research and teaching institution with a tradition of leading change. Its internationally recognized faculty, staff, and researchers provide more than 26,000 full- and part-time students from every province and more than 100 countries around the world with academic opportunities in more than 80 programs of study. Carleton’s creative, interdisciplinary, and international approach to research has led to many significant discoveries and creative work in science and technology, business, public policy and administration, and the arts.

Minutes from downtown, Carleton University is located on a beautiful campus in the central portion of Ottawa, bordered by the Rideau River on one side, and the Rideau Canal on the other. With over 12 national museums and the spectacular Gatineau Park close by, there are many excellent recreational opportunities for individuals and families to enjoy. The City of Ottawa itself, with a population of almost one million, is Canada’s capital city and reflects the country’s bilingual and multicultural character. Carleton’s location in the nation’s capital provides many opportunities for research with groups and institutions that reflect the diversity of the country.

Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

All positions are subject to budgetary approval.

HASTAC ad: http://hastac.org/opportunities/canada-research-chair-digital-media

Deadline: Jan. 7

Acknowledgment received:

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- Heard that campus interviews are scheduled for the month of March

- An insider info: the search has been completed in April and offer extended.

Columbia College Chicago - TT Asst. Professor of Professional Writing/Digital Rhetorics, Dept. of English - MLA INTERVIEW SCHEDULED[]

Assistant Professor of Professional Writing, Department of English - Columbia College Chicago

Columbia College Chicago is an urban institution of over 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students emphasizing arts, media, and communications in a liberal arts setting.

The English Department contributes significantly to Columbia College Chicago's Liberal Arts and Sciences Core Curriculum, serving every student in every major throughout the college with coursework in First-Year Writing, Oral Expression, Literature, and the Humanities. The Department offers a B.A. and M.F.A. in Creative Writing, as well as minors in Professional Writing, Creative Writing, and Literature.

Job Summary: The English Department invites applications for a tenure-track position in professional writing, specializing in digital rhetorics. Desired secondary areas of expertise include, but are not limited to: 1) multi-ethnic US studies 2) critical race theory 3) global studies, as these areas relate to digital rhetoric.

The successful candidate will contribute to an undergraduate professional writing curriculum focused on the genres and practices of arts, media, and communications, as well as teach and develop courses in other programs housed in the English Department, such as First-Year Writing, Literature, English as an additional language, or Oral Expression.

Minimum Education & Experience: Ph.D. required and college-level teaching experience preferred.

How to Apply: To view the complete application and apply, please visit: https://employment.colum.edu (Job ID 100478).

IMPORTANT: At the start of the online application please upload ONE document that combines your letter of interest, and curriculum vitae; do not upload each document separately. The title of your document should be less than 60 characters and saved as a word.doc, word.dox, or PDF. Complete the online application including adding the names and contact information for three professional references. You will receive an email confirmation once you have successfully submitted your application. Review of applications to begin November 22, 2012.

Visit http://www.colum.edu/EmploymentServices for application guidelines. If you experience technical difficulties please email careers@colum.edu. No phone calls or hard copy materials.

Columbia College Chicago encourages qualified female, LGBTQ, disabled, and minority individuals to apply for all positions.

For more information, please visit us at: http://www.COLUM.edu

Chronicle

Deadline: Nov. 22

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Also posted at Rhetoric/Composition 2013

Cornell University -- TT Assistant Professor, Communication and Technology[]

Start date: August 2013

he Department of Communication at Cornell University seeks a colleague to conduct research and to teach in one or more of the following areas: 1) Social Media, 2) Human-Computer Interaction, 3) IT in Organizations, 4) Social Psychology of Communication Technology, and 5) Digital Media. We welcome scholars who study communication technology, especially as it relates to the dynamics of individuals, groups, organizations, communities, and society. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Communication or a closely related field and have (or show promise of developing) a national and international reputation doing theory-based empirical research that will contribute to one or more of the Department's core strengths in communication and technology; science, health, risk, and environmental communication; media effects; and technology and society. The successful candidate must be able to develop a research program connected to college and university priorities in applied social science, life science, sustainability, and information science, and should have a high potential for attracting external research funding.

The position involves 50% research and 50% teaching responsibilities; publishing peer-reviewed literature in relevant fields is expected. In addition, successful candidates are expected to secure external research funding. Communication faculty are expected to teach two to three undergraduate and/or graduate courses per academic year, and advise students in the Department's B.S. and Ph.D. programs.

Salary: Cornell offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package. Support for start-up research costs will be available. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply.

Application: Submit letter of application addressing position qualifications and goals, vita, official academic transcripts, research article(s), and names and contact information of three references, and have each reference submit a letter of recommendation. All materials, including letters of recommendation, should be submitted electronically to https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/2358 .

For additional information, email Dr. Susan Fussell sfussell@cornell.edu, or telephone 607.255.1581. For more information about the Department of Communication, please visit our website: www.comm.cornell.edu/.

Closing date: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until candidates are selected.

From HASTAC

Deadline: 2 November

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Also posted at Communication and Media Studies 2012-2013

Georgia State University - Assistant Professor in Romantic Lit & DH - MLA INTERVIEW SCHEDULED[]

from the MLA JIL: Romantic Literature and Digital Humanities

Georgia State University, a research institution in downtown Atlanta, invites applicants for an anticipated tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in British Romantic Literature (particularly poetry) and Digital Humanities, to begin Fall 2013, pending budgetary approval. Requires Ph.D. by time of appointment, evidence of strong scholarly potential, excellent teaching, and commitment to service. Starting teaching load is 2/2 (graduate and undergraduate). Salary competitive. Selected candidates will be interviewed at MLA. Submission deadline is November 2. Send letter and CV only (in Word and/or PDF format only) to Dr. Calvin Thomas, Chair, New Appointments Committee, care of estoehr@gsu.edu. Minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. GSU is a unit of the University System of Georgia and an AA/EO employer. An offer of employment will be conditional upon background verification.

MLA JIL 09/13/12

Deadline: 2 November

Acknowledgment received:

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Also posted at Romanticism/Victorian/19th 2013

Georgia Tech - TT Asst. Professor, Digital Media - SKYPE INTERVIEW REQUEST[]

Georgia Tech's School of Literature, Media, and Communication (LMC), which provides diverse humanistic perspectives on a technological world, is seeking to fill one Digital Media tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning fall of 2013. We seek practitioner / theorists who combine technical expertise with a strong grounding in the arts and humanities.Candidates should be prepared to teach at the undergraduate and graduate level in LMC's Computational Media and Digital Media programs. A Ph.D. in an appropriate field is required (e.g. digital media / arts, human centered computing, computer science, education, or design), as is computational proficiency and a demonstrated capacity for significant original research/creative work. Potential to secure external research funding is strongly desirable. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate expertise in one or more of the following fields with a strong preference for candidates in the first two areas:

  • Civic and Public Media: Examines the ways in which digital media technologies fit into the fabric of culture and civic life. Potential areas of focus include: visualization and information design, urban informatics, digital activism, and the investigation of digital media use to support local needs.
  • Knowledge and Creativity: Investigates the role of digital media technologies in creative practices, learning, and the production of knowledge. Potential areas of focus include: creativity support tools, informational visualization, e-textiles, AI-based art, design cognition, games for learning, new models of media-based learning, or computational tools for scientific discovery.
  • Arts and Entertainment: Explores how digital media technologies can enhance, expand, and reconfigure arts and entertainment. Potential areas of focus include: digital performance, games, interactive narrative, and information visualization.

Applicants should send a cover letter (containing a description of the applicant’s research and pedagogical approach), a CV, and a link to a targeted online portfolio or work sample (website or PDF). Applications should be addressed to Chair, Search Committee, School of Literature, Media, and Communication and emailed as a single PDF to hiring@lmc.gatech.edu. Review of applications will begin November 16 and continue until the position is filled. The Georgia Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply. For more information about the School, please visit http://lmc.gatech.edu.

MLA JIL 10/19/12

Deadline: review begins Nov. 16

Acknowledgment received:

Request for Additional Materials: Letters (11/30) Did you get a request to send the rec letter? Yes, to send three (11/30) Many thanks for your update, Good luck. Thanks; I appreciate it.

Rejection Letter:

Preliminary interview scheduled (MLA, phone, Skype ....): Skype interview request for week of 9 Dec. [posted 12/03] (x2)

Campus interview scheduled:

Offer made:

Offer accepted:

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Indiana University, Digital Rhetorics (Dept. of English) - MLA INTERVIEW SCHEDULED[]

The Department of English at Indiana University Bloomington invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in composition and rhetoric, starting fall 2013.Applicants should demonstrate a sustained scholarly engagement with digital rhetorics. Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas is preferred: multimodal composition, technology and pedagogy, literature and new media, public writing, and the history and theory of rhetoric. The applicant selected for the position will be expected to teach and develop courses in the doctoral concentration in composition, literacy, and culture, as well as in the undergraduate concentration in public and professional writing, especially courses treating the analysis and production of texts within emergent genres and technologies. The selected applicant will also be expected to contribute to broader conversations within a vibrant department about the future of English studies in relation to the increasingly digital nature of scholarship and teaching in the humanities.

Teaching load is 2-2 on a semester system. Interested applicants should review position requirements and apply at http://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/143 by October 15, 2012. Preference will be given to candidates who will have their Ph.D. in hand by the date of appointment. More information about the department and the composition program is available at: http://www.indiana.edu/~engweb .

Chronicle

Deadline: Oct. 15

Acknowledgment received:

Request for Additional Materials:

Rejection Letter:

Preliminary interview scheduled (MLA, phone, skype ...):

  • [From Rhet/Comp page: "I heard second hand that they scheduled an MLA interview this week (week of 11/26)"]

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Offer accepted:

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Also posted at Rhetoric/Composition 2013

John Jay College of Criminal Justice/CUNY - Tenure Track Professor of Composition and Rhetoric[]

The English Department at John Jay College of Criminal Justice invites applications for a tenure-track line in Composition and Rhetoric to join our expanding writing program. The applicant should have a demonstrated research agenda in digital humanities, digital literacy or literary scholarship or emerging publishing technologies. The candidate should have experience teaching and developing innovative curriculum for undergraduate courses in composition and rhetoric and/or literature that engage students in digital and emerging media using new technologies, such as: Adobe Creative Suite, After Effects, Dreamweaver, Premier Pro, and Sorenson Squeeze.

The applicant should also have an interest and experience in writing program administration, including, but not limited to developing programs in digital media or digital rhetoric, working with other departments and disciplines to improve writing instruction, and designing web spaces or digital media. This is a growth position with the opportunity to design and enact curriculum, courses and programs involving digital media throughout the campus.

Job performance evaluation is based on scholarship, teaching, and service. Tenure-track professors teach a 4/3 course load, with course reductions for administrative tasks, earn a competitive salary, and have access to good benefits.

How To Apply: ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY MAIL. DO NOT APPLY ON LINE AT THIS JOB BOARD.

Requested Items: Please send the following:

1) Cover letter of application

2) Curriculum Vitae

3) One page statement of your teaching philosophy

4) Syllabus from a college level composition or writing course

5) Three letters of reference

Respond To: Professor Allison Pease, Chair, Department of English, John Jay College CUNY, 524 West 59th Street, NY, NY 10019

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Deadline: 11/1/2012

Acknowledgment received:

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Also posted at Rhetoric/Composition 2013

Lake Erie College (OH) - TT Asst. Professor of English - POSITION FILLED[]

Lake Erie College, located in Painesville, OH, 30 miles east of Cleveland, is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of English for the 2013-2014 academic year.

Area of specialization open, although preference will be give to candidate whose area of expertise is in Digital Humanities. Course load is generally 3 classes per semester, and the successful candidate will teach several sections of Freshman Composition each semester. Excellence in teaching, commitment to undergraduate instruction and strong scholarship potential required. PhD preferred, although MFA and ABD candidates will be considered.

Application Process:

Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest, CV, and contact information for at least three professional references.

Application Information

Postal Address: Office of the VP of Academic Affairs
Lake Erie College
391 W. Washington St.
LEC Box 350
Painesville, OH 44077
Email Address: academicaffairs@lec.edu

Deadline: Open until filled (posted 3/18/13 at HigherEdJobs.com)

Acknowledgment received:

Request for Additional Materials:

Rejection Letter:

Preliminary interview scheduled (phone, Skype ...):

Campus interview scheduled: 6/7

Offer made:

Offer accepted: Notified via form letter (after a campus visit) that another candidate has accepted the position (7/3)

NOTES AND QUERIES:

- Has anyone been contacted about this position since submitting the application? (5/22) 

- Phone interviews scheduled (5/24)

- Has there been any movement on this search since the phone interviews? (6/5)

Also posted at Generalist 2013

Loyola University Chicago - Assistant Prof of Digital Communication - CAMPUS INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED[]

Loyola University Chicago is searching for a tenure track assistant professor in the area of digital communication. The successful candidate will teach a combination of theoretical and applied courses to undergraduate and graduate students. Strong applicants will possess a terminal degree, a record of scholarly publishing or creative production, teaching experience, and significant, professional experience in a related field.

Applicants must have an excellent knowledge in several of these areas: digital culture, social networks, virtual worlds, media ethics and policy, gaming, web design/programming or other current and developing technologies.

The School of Communication is housed in a new building in the heart of Chicago, a block from the Water Tower. The school serves 800 undergraduates and a new graduate program in digital stroytelling and hosts the Center for Digital Ethics and Policy (http://digitalethics.org).

Applicants should provide a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae and the names and email addresses of at least three professional references, at http://www.careers.luc.edu

Other supporting materials may be submitted online or via mail to: Hannah Rockwell Chair, Digital Communication Search Committee c/o Doretha Tyler-Gant, School of Communication, Loyola University, 820 N. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611.

For best consideration apply by November 21st, 2012.

LUC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty. As a Jesuit Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. In order to gain a clearer understanding of LUC's mission, candidates should consult our website at http://www.luc.edu/mission/missionandidentity.shtml. For information about the university's focus on transformative education, consult http://www.luc.edu/transformativeed. Applications from women and minority candidates are especially encouraged.

http://www.careers.luc.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=55302 - Also posted on HASTAC: http://hastac.org/opportunities/tenure-track-position-digital-communication

Deadline: 11/21/2012

Acknowledgment received:

Request for Additional Materials:

Rejection Letter:

Preliminary interview scheduled (MLA, phone, skype ....): 12/13 phone

Campus interview scheduled: Campus interview invitation on 12/14. Narrowed down to 4-5 candidates for interviews starting mid-January.  

Offer made:

Offer accepted:

NOTES:

Also posted at Communication and Media Studies 2012-2013

Macalester College - Assistant Professor of International Studies: Global Media and Information[]

The International Studies Department at Macalester College seeks to appoint an Assistant Professor in the interdisciplinary field of Global Media and Information, to begin Fall 2013. A vibrant department at the heart of the College's mission, Macalester’s International Studies approaches a broad range of global phenomena from multiple disciplinary, regional, and trans-national perspectives. Successful candidates will have research and teaching interests in fields such as global video/television/film, the Internet, telecommunications, worldwide news and information, or cross-border images and media. The history, sources, migration, distribution, audiences, aesthetics, and gender and racial dimensions of media, information, technology and culture are all of interest. Candidates trained in any humanities or social science discipline are encouraged to apply.

We seek candidates of broad geographic reach, preferring those with research or teaching expertise in the overlapping and permeable categories of East Asia, South Asia, the Indian Ocean sphere, the Islamic world, and/or Latin America, all broadly thought. This position will have a link to Macalester’s vibrant Media and Cultural Studies department and major.

Electronic applications are required. For fullest consideration, send initial application, consisting of a detailed introductory letter and CV, to https://www.academicjobsonline.org . Applications received by November 15, 2012 will receive first consideration. Questions about the position may be addressed to search committee chair Nadya Nedelsky (nedelsky@macalester.edu).

Deadline: Nov. 15, 2012

Acknowledgment received:

Request for Additional Materials:

Rejection Letter: (Dec 13th)

Preliminary interview scheduled (MLA, phone, skype ....):

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Offer made:

Offer accepted:

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Miami University (OH) - Assistant Prof of Comparative Media Studies - SKYPE/PHONE INTERVIEW SCHEDULED[]

From the MLA JIL (09/14/12):

Assistant Professor of Comparative Media Studies

Miami University seeks a tenure-track assistant professor to join a growing, interdisciplinary program in Comparative Media Studies. We welcome applicants with disciplinary backgrounds in the humanities and social sciences, including but not limited to science and technology studies, media and cultural studies, communication, digital media, and film/documentary studies. We are especially interested in candidates whose research locates media in comparative or historical contexts and/or includes non-traditional media technologies or applications. Media production experience, while not required, is desired. The successful candidate will be required to teach, maintain a productive research agenda, and provide service to the institution. PhD required by date of appointment in August 2013. Candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and at least three letters of references to Ron Becker, c/o College of Arts and Science, Miami University, Oxford, OH 45056. Screening of applications begins October 15, 2012 and continue until the position is filled. Miami University is an EOE/AA employer with smoke-free campuses. Right to Know — Consumer Information --http://www.miami.muohio.edu/about-miami/publications-and-policies/student-consumer-info/index.html. Hard copy upon request.

Deadline: Oct. 15

Acknowledgment received:

Request for Additional Materials:

Rejection Letter:

Preliminary interview scheduled (MLA, phone, skype ....): [From Film Studies 2013: "email request for materials and Skype/phone interview 11/16"]

Campus interview scheduled:

Offer made:

Offer accepted:

NOTES AND QUERIES:

Comparative Media Studies Website at Miami, Job Call there as well.

Also posted at Communication and Media Studies 2012-2013 & Film Studies 2013

Michigan State University - TT Assistant Professor in Cultural Rhetorics and Digital Humanities[]

The Department of Writing, Rhetoric, and American Cultures at Michigan State University seeks a tenure-system Assistant Professor in Cultural Rhetorics and Digital Humanities to begin August 16, 2013. We are interested in scholars with a research program that contributes to building rhetorical theory. We are especially interested in candidates who connect cultural and digital rhetorics as well as those who have an interest in developing grant and funded projects. We wish to hire a colleague who can provide intellectual leadership in areas related to culture and community, particularly in ways that help us think about the place of technology in that work. Potential areas of research include (but are not limited to) one or more of the following: cultural rhetorics; technology and culture; gender and queer theory; ethnic rhetorics; decolonial studies; disability studies; cultural informatics; ethnography of digital culture. The successful candidate will possess a PhD degree, and teach relevant courses in the undergraduate Professional Writing and the graduate Rhetoric and Writing program, maintain an active research program, seek external funding for projects, and contribute to university outreach. The candidate will also have an opportunity to teach in the new Digital Humanities specialization and the program in Integrative Arts and Humanities in the College of Arts and Letters.

Applicants should include a letter expressing interest in this position describing qualifications and experience, a current curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation. All applications for this position must be submitted electronically at the Michigan State University Human Resources website https://jobs.msu.edu.

Review of applications will begin December 1, 2012, and continue until the position is filled. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce and inclusive culture that encourages all people to reach their full potential. The University actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities. Questions about the position should be directed to Bill Hart-Davidson (hartdav@msu.edu), Search Chair, Department of Writing, Rhetoric, and American Cultures, 434 Farm Lane, 235 Bessey Hall, Michigan State University. East Lansing, MI 48824. 517-355-2400

Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/fh235pk

Deadline: review begins Dec. 1

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Also posted at Rhetoric/Composition 2013

MIT Media Lab -- TT Faculty[]

The Media Lab is an antidisciplinary research organization focusing on the invention of new media technologies that radically improve the ways people live, learn, work, and play. Candidates should have a record of original thinking, a willingness to take risks, a desire to look beyond traditional disciplines, and a commitment to making a difference in the world.

Successful candidates will be expected to: establish and lead their own research group within the Media Lab; pursue creative work of the highest international standard; engage in collaborative projects with industrial sponsors and other Media Lab research groups; supervise master's and doctoral students; and participate in the Media Arts and Sciences academic program.

The Media Lab welcomes applications from candidates with backgrounds in any area related to the Media Lab mission.

This year, we also have a special search focused on the area of technology and learning. We are looking for candidates committed to instigating dramatic changes in how, what, and where people learn—building on the Media Lab tradition of developing and studying new technologies to support playful, interest-driven, constructionist learning experiences for diverse communities of learners.

Appointments will be within the Media Arts and Sciences academic program, principally at the assistant professor level. A doctorate is preferred but not required.

Application deadline: 14 Jan 2013

The Media Lab is building a diverse community of scholars, and strongly encourages applications from women and members of under-represented groups.

Questions? Contact faculty-search@media.mit.edu

As posted on DHNow: http://digitalhumanitiesnow.org/2012/11/job-tenure-track-faculty-mit-media-lab/

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Nanyang Technological University, Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information - Digital Humanities: Assistant Professor[]

We are looking for an innovative, collaborative, and forward-thinking teacher-scholar to serve as a key contributor to the Singapore Centre for the Study of the Moving Image, a newly proposed research centre at Nanyang Technological University. The successful candidate should have a Ph.D. with an active research agenda and teaching experience in the emerging field of Digital Humanities. Areas of preference include: virtual collaboration in the humanities; design of interactive humanities-related media, credibility and authority of digital content; history of digital culture and curation of digital resources. Preference will be given to scholars with expertise in moving-image media and clear potential for future research accomplishment. This is a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor housed primarily in the Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information.

To apply, please refer to the Guidelines for Submitting an Application (http://www.ntu.edu.sg/ohr/Career/SubmitApplications/Pages/Faculty.aspx) and email your application package by November 15, 2012 (consisting of cover letter, curriculum vitae, personal particulars form, teaching and research statements, names of three potential referees, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and writing samples) to: faculty-recruit@ntu.edu.sg.

Deadline: Nov. 15

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Also posted at Communication and Media Studies 2012-2013 and Film Studies 2012-2013

New Jersey Institute of Technology: History of Computing/Digital Communication and Law[]

The Federated Department of History at Rutgers University-Newark and New Jersey Institute of Technology invites applications for a tenure-track or tenured position (rank open), based at NJIT, to begin September 2013. Applicants should be able to present evidence of scholarly accomplishment and effective teaching and should have a Ph.D. in hand by the starting date, with a primary research field that focuses on the digital transformation of the last fifty years, especially in relation to legal and cultural issues such as privacy, piracy, patents, censorship, and the manipulation of “big data.” The successful candidate will contribute substantially to the department’s M.A. concentration in the history of technology, environment, and medicine/health (including the history of communication), with additional opportunities to participate in the Ph.D. track in the history of science, technology, environment and health at Rutgers University at New Brunswick. The successful candidate will also teach in, and serve as associate director of, the department’s growing new undergraduate degree program in Law, Technology and Culture. NJIT and the Newark campus of Rutgers University are located across the street from each other in the University Heights section of Newark, with easy access to the entire metropolitan New York-New Jersey area.

Send letter of application, C.V., writing sample, sample syllabi, and three letters of recommendation, as directed at http://njit.jobs, posting #0601235. Questions may be directed to the search committee co-chairs, Profs. Richard Sher (sher@njit.edu) and Neil Maher (neil.maher@njit.edu). Review of applications will begin in December 2012 and will continue until the position is filled. NJIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/H/V.

https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=45744

As circulated on Humanist listserv

Deadline: Nov. 15

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Also posted at History of Science Technology and Medicine 2012-13

New School - Assistant Professor in New Media and Screen Studies - Nov. 15 - OFFER MADE[]

Eugene Lang College The New School for Liberal Arts (New York City), has an opening for a tenure track Assistant Professor to join our department of Culture and Media Studies. The department has tracks in cultural, media, and screen studies. The ideal candidate will be able to teach across all three, but with particular emphasis on media and screen.
The position will involve designing and teaching first-year introductory lectures as well as higher level seminars and a commitment to teaching and mentoring undergraduates in a liberal arts college environment. This position will begin Fall 2013.

The review of applications will begin November 15, 2012 and continue until the position is filled.

REQUIRED:

• PhD in design, media, or cinema studies with an emphasis on digital media forms and practices plus a strong background in film/television/digital media theory and history in general
• Areas of research interest may include: contemporary television and Internet convergence, post-cinematic forms, digital networks, experimental screen cultures, social media, mobile ethnographies, the history and theory of digital media design, global media practices and tactical media activism
• Some experience in digital media design, production, and/or collaboration is a plus.

Applications must include cover letter, CV and names and contact details of 3 references.
Eugene Lang College, a division of the New School, is a unique undergraduate college with thriving programs for politically engaged liberal arts students in the heart of New York City. Lang is committed to maximizing diversity, and is an equal opportunity employer.
The New School, as well as its individual academic divisions, is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in all its activities and programs, including employment and promotion. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, physical disabilities, veteran or marital status.

See posting at: https://careers.newschool.edu/postings/8686

Deadline: Nov. 15

Acknowledgment received: 1

Request for additional materials: 1 (11/27 email asks for book chapter and recommendations)

Rejection (no interview):

Preliminary interview scheduled: Skype interview scheduled [posted 12/12]

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Campus interview scheduled: x1 [posted 1/8]

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Also posted at Communication and Media Studies 2012-2013 and Film Studies 2013

North Carolina State University - Open Rank Professor in Digital Humanities - Oct. 1 - CAMPUS INTERVIEW SCHEDULED[]

The Department of English at North Carolina State University seeks to make a tenure-track appointment in Digital Humanities, rank and field open. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to help build the digital humanities curriculum in undergraduate and graduate programs in English and in the interdisciplinary doctoral program in Communication, Rhetoric, and Digital Media, and to develop NC State’s digital humanities presence across campus, in the technology-rich Research Triangle area, and with industry and foundation partners.

The candidate will join a department with an established track record of digital scholarship in fields including digital archives, virtual environments, textual editing and criticism, physical computing, and linguistics. In recent years, faculty have received funding in all of these areas from a number of public and private agencies. Our digital humanities initiatives are strongly supported by NC State’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences and by the NC State Libraries, which are nationally known for their excellence in providing innovative research support and data curation.

NC State University has special strengths in computer science and digital technology and is located in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill Research Triangle area, nationally recognized as a vibrant center for research and creativity. The James B. Hunt Library, opening this spring on our Centennial Campus, is being built from the ground up as a national model for the integration of technology, scholarship, and information storage, retrieval, and display.

The newly formed Research Triangle Digital Humanities Collaborative, a collaboration between NC State, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Duke University, and the National Humanities Center, offers further opportunities for research and curricular initiatives.

Duties include teaching graduate and undergraduate courses (2-2 base teaching load) as well as maintaining an active research and publication program and participating in professional and university service. There will be opportunities for leadership and program administration (with corresponding reductions in teaching load). We particularly welcome candidates whose research and teaching interests can help us develop one or more areas of existing strength within our department: creative writing, film, linguistics, literature, and rhetoric.

See posting at jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/12400

Acknowledgment received:

Request for additional materials: 10/20

Rejection (no interview): 1/29 x3

Preliminary interview scheduled: 11/15

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North Dakota State University - TT Asst. Professor, Medieval Lit. (DH expertise desired)[]

The English department at NDSU seeks to an Assistant Professor tenure track in Medieval literature beginning August 2013. We seek a colleague who can teach Medieval literature / Chaucer / Early British Survey and service courses, produce published scholarship, contribute to the English department's undergraduate and graduate programs. PhD, evidence of scholarly potential, teaching experience expected. Duties: 2/2 teaching load (four courses per year), conducting research that leads to publication, serving on appropriate committees, supervising graduate research, curricular development.

Minimum Qualifications: PhD in English or closely related field, specializing in Medieval literature, Medieval studies. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally. College teaching experience. Candidate must have completed all doctoral requirements by August 15, 2013.

Preferred Qualifications: Specific knowledge of or experience in one or more area:

  • digital humanities
  • world literature
  • linguistics
  • gender or queer studies
  • rhetoric

Online Application: https://jobs.ndsu.edu/postings/1974

HigherEdJobs.com

Screening Date: 11/09/2012

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Also posted at Medieval 2013

Northeastern University (MA) - Open Rank, Emergent Media[]

The Program in Media and Screen Studies and the Department of Art Design in the College of Arts, Media and Design at Northeastern University invite applications and nominations for a joint appointment as an Assistant, Associate or Full Professor in emergent media, beginning in the fall, 2013.

The scholarship and creative research expertise of the successful candidate will explore the relationships between technology, media, and art, with specialization in one or more of the following areas: film theory, digital media theory, media archaeology, media activism, and emergent media practices. We are particularly interested in candidates who merge theory and practice, whether filmmaking or digital media.

Please see the following websites for the Department of Art Design and the Program in Media and Screen Studies:

http://www.northeastern.edu/camd/artdesign

http://www.northeastern.edu/mscr/

The College of Arts, Media and Design is comprised of Architecture, Music, Theatre, Art Design, Communication, Journalism, and Media and Screen Studies.

Qualifications:

All candidates must possess a Ph.D., MFA, or equivalent terminal degree in Art, Media, Film Studies or closely related fields.

Additional Information:

Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a writing sample, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and the names and contact information for 3 references. All applications are online. To apply, visit the College website, http://www.northeastern.edu/camd/;click on "About", then "Careers" to take you to Faculty Positions.

If viewing this position through a Northeastern website, simple click on "Apply to this position" above.

Full consideration will be given to applications received by January 31, 2013.

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: Careers@Northeastern

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Also posted at Film Studies 2013 and Communication and Media Studies 2012-2013

Northeastern University (MA) - Assistant Professor, Chinese History (w/ DH focus)[]

The Department of History at Northeastern University invites nominations and applications for a specialist in Chinese history since the 19th century to be appointed at the rank of assistant professor for Fall 2013. Successful candidates will advance the History and Asian Studies undergraduate programs and the innovative graduate world history program as well as college initiatives designed to internationalize the curriculum. The Department has special interests in public history; urban history; health and the environment; citizenship, gender and race; war and conflict, social movements, and the Digital Humanities. A doctoral degree in History or a related field by the start date is required. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, including a statement on teaching, a CV, a statement of current and future research plans, a writing sample of no more than fifty pages, and contact information for four referees or a dossier service. To apply visit the College of Social Sciences and Humanities website at: http://www.northeastern.edu/cssh/ and click on the Faculty Positions button. Please address inquiries about the position to Tom Havens, Chair of the Chinese History Search Committee, t.havens@neu.edu. Review of applications will begin October 1, 2012, but the search will remain open until the position is filled. Minorities, women, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. Northeastern University is an AA/EOE committed to diversity and multicultural studies in a global context.

(emphasis added for the HASTAC community)

Please address inquiries about the position to Tom Havens, Chair of the Chinese History Search Committee, t.havens@neu.edu.

http://www.northeastern.edu/history/

Job ad via HASTAC: http://hastac.org/opportunities/tenure-track-chinese-history-dh-focus

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Also posted at Asian History 2012-13

Northwestern University (IL) - TT Asst. Professor, Media: Circulation and Convergence - POSITION FILLED[]

The Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences at Northwestern University seeks a tenure-track assistant professor working on the interface and interpenetration of different media, communication and cultural technologies, and media circulation studies. We are particularly interested in candidates who might affiliate with the University’s new initiative in Asian languages and cultures. Analyses of “old” and “new,” mass and “high,” analogue and digital, visual, acoustic, and literary media are all germane. Research areas may include the relation between traditional formats and technologies and new media, conceptual analyses of “media” and associated notions (“virtual,” “digital”). Research investigating divergent theories and practices of media in differing geopolitical and cultural contexts, particularly Asia, as well as the study of media in diverse historical and aesthetic conditions will be of particular interest. This tenure-line position will be shared between the Alice Kaplan Institute for the Humanities and a humanities department in the Weinberg College, which will be the candidate’s tenure home. Ph.D. by the time of appointment and teaching experience are expected. Applications are welcome from diverse humanities disciplines. AA/EOE applications from women and under-represented minority candidates are encouraged.

The application has five parts: 1. a research statement outlining the applicant’s current research agenda; 2. a teaching statement describing teaching experience and interests; 3. a writing sample (35 pages maximum); 4. a curriculum vitae; and 5. the names and email addresses for three recommenders. Only electronic applications will be accepted. Submit your material via the online application system found at http://www.humanities.northwestern.edu/programs/FacultySearch.html. The application deadline is January 11, 2013.

Questions about the search may be directed to humsearch@northwestern.edu.

H-NET

Deadline: Jan. 11

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Also posted at Film Studies 2013 and Communication and Media Studies 2012-2013

Penn State U, DuBois - Full-Time Non-TT Assistant Prof. of English (DH, Lit, & Composition) - CANCELLED[]

Full-time Nontenure-Track Assistant Professor of English

Teach three courses (9 credits) in Digital Humanities, Literature, and Composition a semester using traditional and hybrid delivery modes. Publish in refereed journals. Participate in professional organizations and in course, curriculum, and program development. Stay current in pedagogy appropriate for discipline through scholarly activities. Advise students and provide career guidance. Participate in campus, university, and community service activities. Position may be renewable. MLA interviews. Qualifications: Ph.D. in English, with specialty in Digital Humanities and expertise in British or American Literature. Evidence of potential in scholarship and professional development is expected. Commitment to high-quality instruction in a student-centered environment is desired. Interest in the instructional use of technology is required; interest in active and collaborative learning is an advantage. Prior college-level teaching is preferred. Enthusiasm for teaching in a multidisciplinary environment is important. Applicants should include a list of links to their significant digital humanities work, with appropriate access information. Finalists will be contacted and asked to provide a list of references.

From the MLA JIL 10/05/12

Link to Apply: https://secure.interfolio.com/apply/17591

Deadline: 11/09/12

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Notified 12/28 by email that search has been cancelled due to enrollment issues.

Plymouth State University (NH) - TT Assistant Professor - SKYPE INTERVIEW SCHEDULED[]

The Department of Communication and Media Studies at Plymouth State University (PSU) is seeking a dynamic faculty colleague who is an outstanding teacher and promising scholar for a tenure track position beginning in August 2013. Responsibilities include teaching and developing undergraduate classes that involve digital and social media studies as well as hands-on practice in digital media (especially video) content creation and distribution across multiple media platforms. The teaching load is 4 courses per semester plus academic advising. Research/scholarship emphasis may include digital media, social media, convergent journalism, and/or computer-mediated communication. The successful candidate is also responsible for advising student multimedia projects/productions and coordination of media production equipment and inventory. Also, the successful candidate will be expected to serve as an active member of the professional community within and beyond the university.

Priority deadline: October 29, 2012, Open until filled

Link to job ad: http://chronicle.com/jobs/0000746196-01/?cid=ja&utm_source=ja&utm_medium=en

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Pomona College - TT Assistant or Associate Professorship in Media Theory - SKYPE INTERVIEW SCHEDULED[]

The Media Studies Department at Pomona College, a member of the Claremont Colleges, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professorship in Media Theory, beginning July 1, 2013. Candidates should have a strong background in Media Theory from a Critical Theoretical and/or Cultural Studies perspective, an active and exciting research profile, and an established record of excellent and innovative undergraduate teaching. Possible areas of specialty include: Digital and New Media; Screen Studies; Transnational Media; Psychoanalysis; Phenomenology; Critical Race Studies; Political Economy; Gender and Sexuality Studies; and Postcolonial Studies. Ph.D. required.

Please submit the following application materials online at Academic Jobs Online (https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo): letter of interest; CV; 3 or more letters of recommendation; a statement of teaching philosophy and interests; transcript; and two writing samples. Complete applications received by January 25, 2013 will receive full consideration. Pomona College is a highly selective liberal arts college located 35 miles east of Los Angeles, CA. It is an equal opportunity employer and especially encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.

MLA JIL 12/14/12

Deadline: Jan. 25

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Also posted at Communication and Media Studies 2012-2013,  Film Studies 2013 and Theory 2013

Pratt Institute (NY) - TT Assistant Professor of Media Studies - OFFER ACCEPTED[]

The Department of Humanities and Media Studies (HMS) in the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Pratt Institute invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in Media Studies at the Assistant Professor rank, available Fall 2013.

We seek exceptional candidates in Media Studies, particularly scholars working on the history and/or contemporary use of media platforms. We are building a new M.A. program in Media Studies and are particularly looking for a scholar who addresses social media and/or computation, but other possible areas of expertise include photography, audio, telematics, cybernetics, gaming, political organizing/activism and animation.

The ideal candidate will be fluent in critical theory, committed to social justice, and eager to work with a cohort of enthusiastic faculty and students on building and shaping our graduate program, and with Pratt’s undergraduates in art, design, architecture, creative writing, and critical and visual studies. An active participation in media production is also a plus.

TO APPLY: Please submit a letter of application, CV, a sample of writing and other work if relevant, and the names and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin on Nov. 15 and continue until the position is filled. Please apply via our online applicant site at: http://tiny.cc/rvpclw

From the MLA JIL 10/05/12

Deadline: Nov. 15

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Preliminary interview scheduled: Skype interview scheduled [posted 12/14] x4

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Anyone know what transpired with the Chair position? 

Rutgers University-Camden - TT Asst. or Assoc. Professor & Director, Center for Digital Studies - INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED[]

Rutgers University-Camden seeks to appoint a tenure-track assistant professor or tenured associate professor as founding Director for a proposed Center for Digital Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences. The center will serve as the campus’s hub for scholarship and interdisciplinary research in digital studies. Candidate’s field of expertise is open, but should be knowledgeable about interdisciplinary work involving the humanities, fine arts, computing, and social sciences.

This is a tenure-track faculty position with teaching and administrative responsibilities. The founding Director will help to shape the vision for the Rutgers-Camden Center for Digital Studies consistent with the academic mission of the College of Arts and Sciences. The Director will coordinate an interdisciplinary academic program in Digital Studies for undergraduate and graduate students. Additional administrative responsibilities include assisting with fundraising, as well as oversight for budgeting, planning, staffing, and daily operations for the Center.

Rutgers-Camden is a research campus with a normative 2-2 teaching load for non-administrative faculty. The Director position will include a reduced teaching load to compensate for administrative responsibilities. The Center’s collaborative academic program, projects, and research will reach across the disciplines in myriad ways, such as faculty seminars, conferences, publications, and digital media endeavors. Candidates should have demonstrated digital scholarly output. History of successful grant funding is also preferable.

Rutgers-Camden is the southern campus of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and an AAU institution. Located in the waterfront district just across the Delaware River from downtown Philadelphia, the campus enrolls more than 6,800 students at the bachelor’s, master’s, J.D., and Ph.D. levels, and has a robust commitment to civic engagement.

Review of applications will commence December 15, 2012, and continue until the position is filled. Please send letter of interest and CV (including websites relevant to your candidacy) to Ms. Julie Strasser Roncinske (jstrasse@camden.rutgers.edu), Special Programs and Initiatives Coordinator, Liaison to Associate Dean Allen Woll, Search Committee Chair. You may also send your materials to her at: Office of the Dean , College of Arts and Sciences and the Graduate School, Armitage Hall, 311 N. 5th Street, Rutgers University, Camden, NJ 08102. Rutgers is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The University and its departments seek to attract an active, culturally diverse faculty and staff of the highest caliber. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

https://secure.interfolio.com/apply/19876

MLA JIL 10/26/12

Deadline: Dec. 15

Acknowledgment received: Email received Nov. 16 (very soon after submitting materials)

Request for Additional Materials: Dec 04

Rejection Letter:

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Campus interview scheduled: Nov 19; Jan 29

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Rutgers University - Camden - Assistant Professor of Digital/Public History[]

Institution Type: College / University

Location: New Jersey, United States

Position: Assistant Professor

The History Department at Rutgers-Camden seeks a full-time tenure-track faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor, specialization open, with strengths in digital and public history. Appointment will begin in September 2013. Applicants must have the Ph.D. degree in hand at time of appointment. The successful applicant will teach 2/2, including undergraduate and graduate courses in area of specialization, in a new curriculum in Digital Studies, and M.A. program in public history, and will be held to standards for tenure and promotion that are uniform for all Rutgers faculty. The department welcomes all qualified applicants, but is especially interested in scholars whose work advances the field of digital history (including archival or other public history applications) and engages with interdisciplinary campus initiatives. Rutgers-Camden is the southern campus of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and offers access to an AAU and Research 1 library system. The campus is directly across the Delaware River from the cultural and academic resources of Philadelphia, an active center of public history and technology innovation.

Application materials should include URL links to digital projects. Please send a letter of application, C.V., graduate transcripts, three signed letters of recommendation, and an article or chapter-length writing sample to: Digital/Public History Search Committee Chair Charlene Mires, History Department, Rutgers University, 429 Cooper Street, Camden, NJ 08102 or upload to a file-sharing service and send links to cmires@camden.rutgers.edu.If the writing sample is part of a larger study, please also send an abstract and a table of contents, and/or a statement of how the sample fits into the larger work.

Please submit all materials by December 1. Consideration of all applicants will begin immediately after the deadline; we will acknowledge all applications. Interviews will be conducted at the AHA meeting in New Orleans.

Rutgers is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The University and its departments seek to attract an active, culturally diverse faculty and staff of the highest caliber. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Contact: Digital/Public History Search Committee Chair Charlene Mires, History Department, Rutgers University, 429 Cooper Street, Camden, NJ 08102. Email: cmires@camden.rutgers.edu

Website: http://history.camden.rutgers.edu/

Primary Category: Digital Humanities

Secondary Categories: Public History

Posting Date: 09/05/2012

Closing Date: 11/30/2012

Job Ad: http://hastac.org/opportunities/tenure-track-position-assistant-professor-digitalpublic-history-rutgers

Deadline: Nov. 30

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Also posted at Non-Geographic/Methodologically Oriented 2012-13‎

Saint Joseph's University - TT Associate/Full Professor of Communication Studies (Digital Media)[]

The Department of Communication Studies invites applications for a tenure-track faculty chair position in Digital Media at the associate or full professor level to begin August 2013, pending board approval. This new department provides an exciting, intellectually stimulating work environment at the intersections of emerging communication technologies and social innovation. Faculty are committed to the art of thinking across media, platforms, and theories in order to create an innovative and socially responsible curriculum that goes beyond the classroom. The candidate should possess a record of teaching, research and publication and leadership that would qualify her/him to enter the university as a tenured associate professor or professor of Communications Studies and chair of the department.

As chair of the department, the new colleague will carry a 2/2 teaching load and contribute to core course offerings including: Communication Theory and Practice, Ethics in Communications, and Digital Storytelling, as well as develop courses related to area of specialization. The department chair is responsible for general oversight of the department, including holding monthly departmental meetings, performing annual evaluations of faculty and administrative staff, course scheduling for the department, academic advising of majors and minors, management of the departmental budget and other administrative duties related to chairing an academic department.

The department chair will be expected to attend meetings for department chairs in the College of Arts and Sciences and in the University; to actively promote the mission of the university; to participate in faculty university governance structures and to work with benefactors and advisory groups to promote the work of the Department of Communications Studies and of the University.

The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in rhetoric, writing, new media, media studies, communications, or a related field. Preferred areas of expertise include: video, web, or audio-visual production and analysis; new media production with/in communities and cultural groups; technical/professional writing and designed communication; multimedia composing in project-based courses; social networking and content management work related to the digital humanities.

To be considered for the position all candidates must apply online. Please log on to the Saint Joseph’s University Human Resources website using the following link http://www.sju.edu/hr click on Employment and follow the instructions. Applications should include: 1) a curriculum vitae, 2) a letter of interest including relevant leadership or program development experience, and 3) a web-based portfolio or examples of digital production that best demonstrate skills and abilities in a digital medium (urls, if available).

All materials must be submitted by November 15, 2012 for consideration. Interviews will be conducted at the MLA Convention and by Skype (e.g., NCA applicants) by early January. Any questions about the position can be sent to Paul Aspan, Search Committee Chair, Communication Studies (paspan@sju.edu).

Located in Philadelphia, Saint Joseph’s University is a private, Catholic, Jesuit institution and expects members of its community to be knowledgeable about its mission and to make a positive contribution to that mission. Saint Joseph’s University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that seeks to recruit, develop, and retain a talented and diverse workforce.

Deadline: Nov. 12

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Also posted at Rhetoric/Composition 2013

Southern New Hampshire University - Full-Time Asst. Professor of English (3 positions - 1 with DH emphasis) - CAMPUS INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED[]

The School of Arts and Sciences at Southern New Hampshire University seeks candidates for three full-time positions in the English Department at the assistant professor rank starting September 2013. Candidates for these positions will have experience teaching composition at the developmental through sophomore level. It is essential to have a strong record and interest in teaching undergraduates.

The positions will serve composition in relation to our new general education program. Therefore, the successful candidate for one of these positions will also specialize in the digital humanities, including new media and emergent literary genres. Another successful candidate will specialize in developmental writing skills and have experience with teaching second language learners. The third successful candidate will specialize in rhetoric with emphasis on both written and oral communication in order to participate in a new course that combines these two areas.

All three are full-time positions with excellent benefits. The teaching load is seven courses per academic year for faculty with an ongoing scholarly activity plan. A PhD in the relevant field is required at the time of hire. Review of applications will begin November 12, 2012, and continue until the position is filled. Initial interviews will take place at the MLA in Boston.

Candidates are requested to apply online at https://snhu.peopleadmin.com

HigherEdJobs.com

Deadline: review begins Nov. 12

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Also posted at Rhetoric/Composition 2013

Southern Polytechnic State University (GA) - TT Asst. Professor, English (Digital Humanities / New Media Writing)[]

The English, Technical Communication, and Media Arts Department at Southern Polytechnic State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position (other ranks considered) in English beginning August 2013. The position is contingent on funding being available. SPSU (www.spsu.edu) is a member institution in the University System of Georgia, located 20 minutes northwest of downtown Atlanta, in the historic city of Marietta.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in English or a closely related field by the time of appointment. Preference will be given to individuals with background and experience in digital humanities and new media writing. Responsibilities include teaching 12 credit hours each semester, primarily in composition and lower level literature surveys, with opportunities to teach upper level courses in one of our three majors. The new hire will also take part in expanding offerings in support of our degree programs.

A complete application consists of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, brief statement of teaching philosophy and research interests, and a copy of graduate transcripts. Applicants should also provide a list of at least three professional references with contact information. All application materials must be submitted online. Please visit our Human Resources web site at https://employment.spsu.edu for details and position requirements. Clicking on a position opening will direct you to our online application process. Screening of candidates will begin January 2013 and will continue until the position is filled.

Southern Polytechnic State University, a member of the University System of Georgia, is a residential university with approximately 6,200 students pursuing bachelors and masters degrees in many of the nation's fastest growing technology fields. The university, located one mile west of 1-75's Exit 263, is just 20 minutes northwest of downtown Atlanta. Southern Polytechnic is an EOE/ADA/AA Employer.

MLA JIL 11/21/12

Deadline: screening begins January 2013

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Stanford University - Assistant Professor of Art in Emerging Practices Design - Oct. 15[]

The Department of Art & Art History at Stanford University seeks to make an appointment of a new emerging practices/designer working at the intersection of contemporary art and design at the tenure track level of Assistant Professor. Prospective candidates might create works of art/design in areas such as social structures, community collaborations, interventionist strategies, architecture, interaction design, future technologies, relational aesthetics, environmental remediation, alternative economies, or other emerging areas of contemporary art and design practice.

Candidates should hold an MFA degree, and also should have exceptional credentials as an artist, designer and experience as a teacher at a college level, demonstrating an extensive familiarity with contemporary emerging media in art and design. The successful candidate will have a distinguished body of work and an accomplished public interaction/exhibition record. He or she will have a genuine commitment to teaching design at both the graduate and undergraduate level and will have a global perspective on the role of design and contemporary art. He or she will be prepared to build a curriculum that will reflect that perspective.

The successful candidate will be expected to participate fully in Stanfords art practice program, working with both undergraduate and graduate students, and to provide leadership as the Department of Art & Art Historys representative in the Stanford Joint Program in Design, a collaborative graduate program with Stanfords Department of Mechanical Engineering. Application deadline: October 15, 2012. Please send a letter of introduction and curriculum vitae to Chair, Emerging Practices Design Search Committee, Department of Art & Art History, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305-2018. No electronic submissions will be accepted. Stanford University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. It welcomes nominations of and applications from women and members of minority groups, as well as others who would bring additional dimensions to the university's research and teaching missions.

See posting at the Chronicle

Acknowledgment received: 10/25, Receipt of materials and timeline for making first round decisions

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SUNY New Paltz - TT Assistant Professor, Interdisciplinary Faculty Position in Digital Humanities, Computer Science, or Art/Design[]

http://www.newpaltz.edu/hr/displayjobdetails.php?id=1333

SUNY New Paltz seeks an accomplished computer scientist for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning in Fall 2013 with the ability to combine art/design and/or humanities within his or her teaching and research. The candidate should possess outstanding technical skill, theoretical knowledge, and demonstrated experience in interdisciplinary and collaborative teaching and research. Areas of specialization should include, but are not limited to, analysis and visualization/sonifcaton of multidimensional data sets from the natural and social sciences, arts, and humanities and digital applications in the humanities and the arts.

Duties: The successful applicant is expected to promote and to contribute actively to visionary interdisciplinary research between the arts, humanities and sciences across the academic units of Fine and Performing Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences, and Science and Engineering. The faculty member will be expected to teach three courses each semester and to direct graduate and undergraduate student research consistent with the interdisciplinary nature of the position. This position presents a rare opportunity to play a foundational role in a growing interdisciplinary collaboration at SUNY New Paltz between the arts, humanities and the sciences.

Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must have a terminal degree in the arts and/or humanities and/or computer science or a closely related technological field, and an active record of teaching and creative work appropriate to specialization. Exceptional ABD candidates with a firm completion date will be considered.

Candidates who bring diverse cultural experience and who are especially qualified to mentor and advise all members of our diverse student population are especially encouraged to apply. The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to individuals with teaching and research profiles that include a clear and productive dialogue between the arts, humanities, and sciences. The ideal candidate will have command of multiple fields and an ability to pursue transformative teaching and research in a comprehensive university setting. The successful candidate will also be expected to initiate and encourage interdisciplinary collaboration between faculty and students.

Contact Information: Only electronic applications will be accepted. Please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching and research statements, and three letters of recommendation collectively addressing teaching and research to:

interdisciplinary@newpaltz.edu

Please note search #F12-41 on all materials submitted.

Deadline: Applications accepted until position is filled; priority given to applications received by1/15/12.

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SUNY-Oswego - TT Asst. - Literature & Technology (19th c. British and/or American Lit.) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW SCHEDULED[]

English, 302 Campus Ctr, Oswego, NY 13126

http://www.oswego.edu/administration/human_resources/vacancy

The SUNY-Oswego Department of English & Creative Writing invites applications for a tenure-track position in Literature and Technology. We seek a teacher-scholar committed to exploring the emergence of different technologies and media forms, with particular attention to the formal and/or ideological aspects of 19th century British and/or American literature.

Particular interests may also include a focus upon matters of gender, race, class, and sexuality; intellectual property, archives, digital humanities, or new media studies. We would also be interested in candidates whose work focuses on the redeployment of 19th-century literary strategies in later times using a variety of established or emergent media.

Statements of particular intellectual and professional interests are encouraged. Complete information about the position and application procedures can be found at http://www.oswego.edu/vacancies.

Application review begins November 1, 2012. Preliminary interviews at MLA. Inquiries to: bennet.schaber@oswego.edu SUNY Oswego seeks a diverse faculty committed to teaching and grounded in sustained scholarly and creative activities. Women, persons of color, and candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply. An Affirmative Action Employer.

MLA JIL 09/28/12

Deadline: review begins Nov. 1

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anyone know about submitting letters of rec through interfolio for this one?

Also posted at Romanticism/Victorian/19th 2013‎‎ & Early American 2013

SUNY Institute of Technology (SUNYIT) - TT Asst. - Digital Media Design & Humanities[]

http://j.mp/sunyit-digital-humanities-position

The Department of Communication & Humanities at the SUNY Institute of Technology invites applications for a tenure-track faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. The department supports three programs: Communication & Information Design, Interdisciplinary Studies, and Information Design & Technology -- and also provides general education offerings in writing and the humanities.

We seek a colleague whose teaching and research are focused in digital media and humanistic inquiry. The candidates should be able to teach core courses in the department and have a commitment to exploring broader social dimensions of digital media in a global context. The teaching and research interests of candidates should align with department foci including the following areas:

  • Digital Media theory and culture (new media theory, design, aesthetics)
  • Digital Media design and production (graphics, animation, web, video, hypertext)
  • Cultural Studies (globalization, aesthetics and philosophy, especially in non-Western contexts)

Teaching interests could also include:

  • Writing (freshman composition, writing for new media)
  • General Education (art, art history, design, non-Western civilization)

Requirements:

The annual teaching load is three courses per semester together with research and service activities. Responsibilities include advising and collegial participation in the life of the University.

A Ph.D. is preferred; exceptional ABD candidates with a firm completion date will be considered. Candidates with undergraduate or graduate degrees in technical and/or artistic fields, in addition to a humanities-based PhD, are especially desired.

Application Instructions: Apply online: http://j.mp/sunyit-digital-humanities-positio. Paper submissions will not be accepted. Include resume, cover letter and complete contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin on March 25, 2013 and continue until the position is filled.

Deadline: review begins March 25

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Texas A&M University - Assoc. Professor of Digital Shakespeare Studies.[]

The Department of English at Texas A&M University invites applications for a tenured position at the associate professor rank in Digital Shakespeare Studies to begin in the Fall of 2013. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in a relevant field and a substantial scholarly record in both Shakespeare Studies and Digital Humanities as well as ongoing research initiatives in these areas. The successful candidate will teach a 2/2 load, including undergraduate and graduate courses in Shakespeare as well as a range of courses in early modern literature and Digital Humanities. The DH courses will contribute to the offerings of the Digital Humanities Certificate. The successful candidate will also assume the role of Executive Editor of Early Modern Digital Projects at the Initiative for Digital Humanities, Media, and Culture (IDHMC), including the World Shakespeare Bibliography, Digital Donne, eMOP (the early modern OCR project), and the digital Cervantes and Quixote Iconography projects. The IDHMC, in collaboration with the Visualization Department (the only one in the country) and Computer Science, is developing sophisticated data analysis and visualization capacities to work with one of the largest digitized collections of early modern texts -- 45 million page images.

Applicants should submit as PDFs a letter of application specifying how the applicant's work advances research and teaching in Shakespeare Studies and Digital Humanities, together with a CV, by e-mail to Robert Griffin rjgriffin@tamu.edu. Applicants should also have 3 letters of recommendation sent to Professor Griffin. We will begin reviewing applications on November 12, 2012, and continue until the position is filled. Interviews will be held at the MLA.

Advertised on the REED and Humanist mailing lists. Also posted at the Chronicle.

English Department Website & IDHMC Website

Deadline: Nov. 12 (or until filled)

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Also posted at Renaissance 2013

Texas Tech University - TT Assistant Professor - Interdisciplinary Arts=[]

Start Fall 2013: Ph.D. or equivalent degree in appropriate field; will consider ABD if complete by August 2014. Area of expertise: research and teaching specialization that incorporates cross-disciplinary investigation of arts, culture, and/or media and technology, in any geographic area, culture, or combination of media. We especially seek candidates whose work operates at the nexus of research, theory, and practice. The applicant should be grounded in an interdisciplinary approach to her or his scholarship and should be able to work collaboratively across disciplines. Required qualifications: demonstrated excellence in research and teaching; demonstrated interest in engaging multiple artistic and/or cultural forms. Desired qualifications: established record of interdisciplinary or cross-disciplinary research / scholarship engaging the arts; university level teaching experience beyond teaching assistant. Responsibilities: contribute to a distinctive interdisciplinary, multi-arts curriculum shared by three arts specializations (Music, Theater, and Visual Arts) at graduate and undergraduate levels by means of teaching, curriculum development, and service responsibilities; maintain active program of research / creative scholarship, teaching, and service.

See complete description and list of application materials at: http://www.depts.ttu.edu/cvpa/college/InterdisciplinaryArtsFaculty.asp

Online portion of application for Requisition # 87651 is at: https://jobs.texastech.edu/ Screening begins 14 January 2013; position open until filled.

MLA JIL 12/21/12

Deadline: Jan. 14

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University of Amsterdam - Associate Professor in New Media and Digital Culture[]

Faculty of Humanities - Department of Media Studies

University of Amsterdam

http://www.uva.nl/over-de-uva/werken-bij-de-uva/vacatures/item/12-284.html

Salary indication: €4,428 to € 5,920 gross per month (based on full-time)

Position: for 30.4 to 38 hours per week

Application closing date: 9 December 2012

Vacancy number: 12-284

The Media Studies Department invites applications for the position of Associate Professor in Media Studies (with a specialization in New Media and Digital Culture).

The Media Studies Department is responsible for the following degree programs:

A three-year Bachelor and a one-year Master's degree in Media and Culture, with tracks in New Media and Digital Culture, Film Studies as well as Television and Cross-media Culture. A three-year Bachelor and a one-year Master's degree in Cultural Information Science. Professional Masters in Journalism and Archival Science (all programs 1.5 years). A professional, international Master in Preservation and Presentation of the Moving Image (1.5 years) A two-year Research Master's degree in Media Studies. Media Studies degree programs serve some 1,500 students. For further (Dutch-language) information about Media Studies' faculty, staff and teaching programs, please visit www.mediastudies.nl

Faculty's research is organized and coordinated mainly through the Amsterdam School for Cultural Analysis (ASCA) and the Institute of Culture and History (ICG). For further information, visit http://www.hum.uva.nl/asca and http://www.hum.uva.nl/icg

The Media Studies department currently employs just over 60 permanent and approximately 30 temporary faculty. Most Media and Culture faculty teach in various programs, at varying degree levels, and they are active in one or more teaching teams; each teaching team is responsible for teaching and curriculum development in various tracks and programs. The Media Studies faculty includes experts in film and visual culture, television and cross-media culture, new media and digital culture, journalism, information studies and archival studies. Within the Media and Culture BA and MA programs film, television and new media are studied as representational technologies, cultural practices, and cultural forms. A variety of disciplinary and interdisciplinary approaches to media (e.g. philosophical/aesthetic, historical and socio-cultural) are taught in conjunction: the interrelated study of the form, content and modality of media is an important principle. The professional MA programs combine theory and practice to prepare students from various academic backgrounds for jobs in media, archives, museums, etc.

The New Media and Digital Culture team, in particular, concerns itself with research strategies for the critical study of Internet culture. New Media faculty members are recognised experts in the field, and actively contribute to contemporary discourses surrounding critical media theory, media art and new media research practices and methods, with a specialisation in creating online research environments and distribution platforms, such as the Masters of Media student research blog, and the Digital Methods Initiative's tool suite. Expertise is on hand in the areas of media aesthetics, social media, information visualisation as well as the emerging area of data science, with a focus on online trace analysis. The New Media team also participates in a wide variety of international research projects and collaborations, in such areas as controversy mapping, ICTs for development, search engine and social media critique as well as empirical work on internet censorship.

Job Description

The ideal candidate would have expertise in the study of digital media in the humanities, and have made contributions to such areas as digital humanities, data visualization, Internet studies, digital methods, media arts, information aesthetics, social media, media history and media theory. Internet skills are essential, as is up-to-date knowledge of Internet culture. Proven ability in securing research funding is key. Practical experience in working with Web-based applications (e.g., blogs and wikis) is desirable. Affinity and willingness to work with software for capturing and analysing online objects and data are a plus.

New Media and Digital Culture are part of the Media Studies Department, which has dedicated areas of study in film, television and cross-media, journalism, archival science and information culture. The Associate Professor is expected to teach on both the bachelor's and master's degree levels, in courses concerned with such topics as digital aesthetics, Internet research methods and techniques, media archaeology, media theory as well as the politics of code. He or she is expected to co-supervise PhD dissertations in New Media and Media Studies. Candidates should be considered an expert in the field, and also have a new media research agenda.

Requirements

- A PhD in the field of Media Studies or other relevant field of the humanities.

- At least five years of teaching experience, preferably at various levels of university education; an interest in new methods of teaching (especially the use of digital technology and electronic learning environments).

- Outstanding research skills, demonstrated by publications in international refereed academic journals and academic publishers.

- Fundraising experience, e.g. acquisition of research projects through government agencies, non-governmental foundations or the private sector.

- Experience in supervising PhD research.

- Proven leadership qualities; experience in administration, organisation and coordination of university education and research.

- Enthusiasm, an interdisciplinary attitude, a strong team spirit and the ability to motivate team members.

- Sound knowledge of ICT developments in the field.

- Flexibility, readiness to participate in interdisciplinary cooperation and multidisciplinary development.

- Excellent command of both Dutch and English; preferably international teaching experience. If Dutch is not the native language, an active and passive command should be acquired within two years of appointment.

Further Information

For further information, please contact: Professor Patricia Pisters, Chair of the Department of Media Studies telephone: +31-20-525-2980

Appointment: This is a tenure track appointment for a minimum of 0.8 fte. The initial appointment will be two years. Depending on teaching evaluations and professional assessment, tenure will be granted after two years. Gross monthly salary for a fulltime appointment (38 hours a week) will be between € 4,428 (scale 13) and € 5,920 (scale 14).

Job Application Application letter and CV should be addressed to the Dean of the Faculty of Humanities, professor dr. F.P.I.M. van Vree, Spuistraat 210, 1012 VT Amsterdam. The application deadline is December 9, 2012. The top left-hand corner of the envelope should be marked with the vacancy number and the words "strictly confidential". Alternatively, applications may be e-mailed bij clicking Apply Now on the online form: http://www.uva.nl/over-de-uva/werken-bij-de-uva/vacatures/item/12-284.html Please indicate the vacancy number in the subject field.

Deadline: Dec. 9

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University of Calgary - TT Ass't Professor of Digital Humanities (English Dept) - FAILED SEARCH[]

The Department of English at the University of Calgary invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, effective July 1, 2013.

We are seeking candidates with a completed PhD in English or a closely related discipline, a demonstrated scholarly record, intellectual breadth and flexibility, and expertise inDigital Humanities research such as text analysis (algorithmic criticism, corpus linguistics), data visualization, tool development, data curation/mining, GIS, digital editing, social media/networked knowledge.  The successful applicant will be able to contribute to the teaching needs of the Department at all levels and will be an active member of the Digital Arts and Humanities working group.

The Department of English at the University of Calgary is one of the most dynamic research and teaching departments in Canada, with thriving MA and PhD programs and a strong undergraduate program.  We encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, and persons with disabilities.  For more information about the Department, see our home page: http://www.english.ucalgary.ca.

Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, a refereed publication or project URL, and evidence of teaching effectiveness.  They should arrange to have three confidential letters of reference forwarded directly to: Dr. Bart Beaty, Head, Department of English, University of Calgary, 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta  T2N 1N4 or by e-mail to the Department Manager, Anne Jaggard: jaggard@ucalgary.ca

Original letters of reference must be sent to the address above.

Deadline: January 31, 2012 or when the position is filled.

Increasing scholarly capacity will help the University of Calgary meet its strategic goal to become one of Canada’s top ­five research universities by 2016, where innovative teaching and groundbreaking research go hand in hand, and where we fully engage the communities we both serve and lead. The strategy is called Eyes High, inspired by the university’s Gaelic motto, which translates as ‘I will lift up my eyes.’

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

http://ullyot.ucalgaryblogs.ca/2012/12/05/ad/

pdf: http://ullyot.ucalgaryblogs.ca/files/2012/12/DH_ad.pdf

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University of California, Berkeley - Asst., Assoc. or Full Professor - Visual Culture (Dept. of Rhetoric) - CAMPUS VISIT SCHEDULED[]

The Department of Rhetoric at the University of California, Berkeley seeks to appoint an Assistant Professor (tenure track) or Associate or Full Professor (with tenure) in the area of Visual Culture starting in Fall semester 2013.

Requirements: Ph.D. or equivalent by date of hire; excellent research profile and demonstrated record of scholarship that addresses the production and interpretation of visual works in their conceptual, political or technical dimensions; a strong record of relevant teaching; and broad understanding of rhetoric in the humanities. The Department is especially interested in candidates whose work has historical or comparative components and a theoretical focus. Possible areas of expertise include: photography, digital media, time-based media, video art, popular culture, public art, museum culture and design. Research topics could be as various as: war and violence, migration, human rights, the environment, race and sexuality.

Candidates should send cover letter, CV, a writing sample of no more than twenty-five pages, and contact information for three persons willing to submit letters of reference. All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality: http://apo.chance.berkeley.edu/evalltr.html. All application materials should be uploaded to the secure search portal at https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/apply/JPF00064.

Applications close November 1, 2012.

Acknowledgment received:

Request for additional materials: [From Film Studies 2013 page: "11/9 (letters of rec x2)"]

Rejection (no interview):

Preliminary interview scheduled: [From Art History 2012-2013: "11/26 request for skype interview"]

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Also posted at Communication and Media Studies 2012-2013, American Studies 2013, Art History 2012-2013, Film Studies 2012-2013 & Rhetoric/Composition 2013

University of California, Berkeley, TT Asst. Professor in Visual Studies (Art History) - Oct. 15 - SKYPE INTERVIEWS REQUESTED[]

Department of History of Art, University of California at Berkeley. Assistant Professor of Visual Studies (tenure-track). Appointment effective July 1, 2013; PhD required by start date. In an initiative to broaden our conceptual coverage and our representation of methods and theories in interdisciplinary visual studies, the Department seeks a specialist in the anthropology of art and/or critical theory of image-making broadly defined, especially if focused on key technologies of image- and object-production and their histories and economies. Substantial PhD-level training in non-Western or Western arts and visual cultures is desirable; evidence of comparative, analytical, or historiographical work beyond particular area/period studies in art history is essential. Teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels is expected; located in a global research university in a dynamic metropolitan area, the Department administers a large and vital major and an internationally prominent PhD program. Affiliation with or cross-appointment in other programs on campus is possible where relevant.

All application materials should be uploaded to the secure search portal at aprecruit.berkeley.edu/apply/JPF00021 by October 15, 2012.

Acknowledgment received:

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  • From Art History page: "Skype Interview requested (11/29) (x2)"

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Also posted at Art History 2012-2013 and Cultural Anthropology 2012-2013

University of California, Berkeley, TT Ass't Prof: Technology and Education[]

The Graduate School of Education (GSE) and the School of Information (I School) at the University of California, Berkeley jointly seek applicants for atenure-track (assistant professor) position in technology and education to begin in July 2013.

The Graduate School of Education is home to an interdisciplinary group of scholars who merge cognitive, developmental, and social perspectives to study cognition and learning, and who have a deep interest in the ways that new technologies stand to transform teaching and learning and enhance access to education. The School of Information is the university’s newest graduate professional school, with an interdisciplinary research faculty committed to the study of information and to improving its usability, reliability, and credibility while preserving security and privacy. We are excited about welcoming a new colleague in this rapidly expanding field.

We are looking for a scholar who conducts research on the design and/or use of new technology and digital media to advance innovation and enrich teaching and learning in schools and in other learning environments. Examples of possible research specializations are: computational and digital literacies and their significance for individuals and communities with a focus on issues of equity (e.g., issues related to digital divides, intersection of new media and globalization, teacher education and digital media); instructional systems design and online education; computer-mediated collaborative learning; the design of learning environments; user-interface design (e.g., Natural User Interfaces) in education; intelligent agents and systems for teaching and learning; simulation and immersive learning environments; and educational data mining/learning analytics in K-12 learning environments. The scholar would contribute to both academic and professional programs by teaching courses, leading research groups, and mentoring graduate students.

Qualifications include:

  • a doctoral degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as education, media studies, communication, computer science, learning science, cognitive science, information studies, or a related field, and
  • the potential for significant research accomplishment and for distinguished teaching.
  • The doctoral degree must be completed by date of hire.

Applications must include:

  • a curriculum vitae;
  • a statement of interests and qualifications;
  • up to three samples of academic writing;
  • optionally, sample artifacts, such as educational media (e.g., a URL of an applet); and
  • the names and contact information of three references.

All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please arrange for letters of recommendation to be uploaded directly by recommenders. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality:http://apo.chance.berkeley.edu/evalltr.html

To apply, please submit all materials electronically, by January 4, 2013, to the following URL: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/apply/JPF00089

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. We are interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching, research, and service. UC Berkeley is committed to addressing the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples and single parents. For more information seehttp://calcierge.berkeley.edu/

Via @dhnow, twitter

link: http://www.ischool.berkeley.edu/about/ischooljobs/faculty-education-technology

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University of California, Irvine - Assistant Professor, Digital Media Culture - OFFERS MADE[]

The Department of Film and Media Studies at the University of California, Irvine invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor level, beginning July 1, 2013. We seek scholars whose research and teaching is dedicated to the history and theory of digital media culture. Applicants must demonstrate potential for excellence in scholarship and undergraduate and graduate teaching. Research and teaching interests should include a range of issues in digital culture, using theoretical models that consider aesthetic, social, and technological changes as cultural processes. The preferred candidate will be a humanities scholar able to teach courses in media studies and digital culture, focusing on theoretically engaged work on a range of issues (e.g., gaming, interactivity, software studies, transnational flows, avant-garde or alternative digital media practices, mobile and social media, data-mining and surveillance, media archeology et al.) Ph.D. in Film and Media Studies or related field must be completed before date of appointment.

Please apply online at http://recruit.ap.uci.edu and submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, an article-length writing sample, a sample course syllabus, and three letters of reference. The application deadline is November 15, 2012.

Please see http://www.humanities.uci.edu/filmstudies for more information about the Department of Film and Media Studies and the Ph.D. Program in Visual Studies at UC Irvine. For additional information, please contact Professor Peter Krapp, Chair, Department of Film and Media Studies, 2000 Humanities Gateway, ZOT 2435, University of California, Irvine, Irvine, CA 92697-2435. digitalsearch@uci.edu

Acknowledgment received:

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Preliminary interview scheduled: Skype (1/3)

Rejection (after preliminary interview):

Rejection (no interview): 1/16

Campus interview scheduled: four finalists selected for campus visits 1/17

Rejection (after campus interview):

Offer made: Yes

Offer accepted: Yes

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  • Any news? (12/30)

Also posted at Film Studies 2013 & Communication and Media Studies 2012-2013

University College Cork: Senior Lecturer in Digital Humanities and Screen Media[]

University College Cork Closing Date for Applications: 20 Nov 2012 Contract Type: Permanent Whole-Time Job Type: Academic Salary: €67,107 – €94,043

Applications from suitably qualified candidates are invited for the post of Senior Lecturer in Digital Humanities and Screen Media.

The successful applicant will be an established scholar with an excellent track record in research and publication, teaching and administration. The core field of specialization will be Digital Humanities, with essential expertise in Screen Media. As well as playing a key role in the new MA Digital Humanities and the new BA Film & Screen Media, the appointee will fully contribute to relevant undergraduate and postgraduate programmes including the MA and PhD programmes in Arts and Digital Humanities and the MA in Film Studies. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and innovative College with an international profile and a vibrant research culture. The appointee will be expected to play a leading role in developing these pivotal areas which combine groundbreaking interdisciplinary research and innovation in teaching, and constitute prioritised areas for development and funding in Ireland.

Essential criteria include: a PhD in a relevant discipline; a strong record of research including practice based research and publication; proven teaching excellence; proven administrative experience or evidence of ability to undertake administrative responsibility; demonstrated leadership skills and capacity for successful course development; excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relations and liaise with colleagues in other disciplines.

The post is available from 1 January 2013 or at a date to be agreed.

More information and to apply: http://www.ucc.ie/en/hr/vacancies/academic/full-details-170356-en.html

(From the Humanist Listserv)

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Also posted at Film Studies 2013

University of Connecticut- Associate/Full Prof in Brit or American Lit & Digital Humanities - CANCELLED[]

Associate/Full Professor, British and/or American Literature and Digital Humanities

The English Department at the University of Connecticut, Storrs Campus, invites applications for a FT (9mo.) senior faculty position (at the advanced Associate/Full Professor level) from individuals with a national/international reputation in British and/or American Literature AND with notable accomplishments in Digital Humanities, to start Fall 2013. Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in English or other appropriate field; expertise in some area or areas of British and/or American literature AND in Digital Humanities; distinguished publications in literary studies; national/international visibility and leadership in Digital Humanities; record of effective teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate/graduate levels; and evidence of engagement in institutional and/or professional service. Preferred Qualifications: Strong record of successful grant funding; compatibility with research strengths of current faculty; one or more published monographs; and the ability to contribute through research, teaching, and/or public engagement to the diversity and excellence of the learning experience. Equivalent foreign degrees acceptable. Selected candidate will teach upper-diviison courses and graduate seminars in her or his field(s) of literary expertise and, in concert with other new departmental hires and with UConn's Digital Media Center, help us develop significant digital components in our research, teaching, and public programming. Appointment is at Storrs campus with possbility of work at regional campuses.

Visit us at www.english.uconn.edu/, and www.dmc.uconn.edu. Apply to Husky Hire at www.jobs.uconn.edu by submitting your cover letter, CV, evidence of teaching experience, and a 15-25 page writing sample. Five (5) letters of recommendation should be to: Margaret Breen, Interim Head, Department of English, SR HD search, 215 Glenbrook Road, Unity 4025, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269-4025. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. The University of Connecticut is an EEO/AA employer.

MLA JIL 09/14/12

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Offer made: 4-19-2013; Job Search canceled, position withdrawn, 4-29-2013* 

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  • Serious shenanigans with search on the part of the UConn Dean. Digital Humanists beware!

University of Connecticut- Assistant Prof in Poetics & DH - MLA INTERVIEW SCHEDULED[]

Assistant Professor in Poetics/Digital Humanities

The English Department at the University of Connecticut, Storrs Campus, invites applications for a FT (9-mo.) tenure-track faculty position at Assistant Professor level, with a specialty in poetics and a strong interest in digital humanities, to start Fall 2013. Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in English or other appropriate field; expertise in poetics and digital humanities; a record of, or strong potential for, distinguished scholarship and effective teaching and mentoring at the graduate/undergraduate levels; and evidence of engagement in institutional and/or professional service. Preferred Qualifications: ability to teach and conduct research in one or more historical periods of literature in English; publication(s) in national/international journals; and the ability to contribute through research, teaching, and/or public service to the diversity and excellence of the learning experience. Equivalent foreign degrees acceptable. Selected candidate will teach upper-division courses and graduate seminars in her or his field(s) of literary expertise, as well as occasional survey/general education courses, and, in concert with other new departmental hires and with UConn's Digital Media Center, help us develop significant digital components in our research, teaching, and public programming. Appointment is at Storrs campus with possiblity of work at regional campuses. Salary is competitive based on qualifications.

Visit us at www.english.uconn.edu/, and www.dmc.uconn.edu. Apply to Husky Hire at www.jobs.uconn.edu by submitting your cover letter, CV, evidence of teaching experience, and a 15-25 page writing sample. Five (5) letters of recommendation should be sent to: Margaret Breen, Interim Head, Department of English, Poetics Search, 215 Glenbrook Road, Unit 4025, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269-4025. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. The University of Connecticut is an EEO/AA employer

MLA JIL 09/14/12

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University of Connecticut - Assistant Prof in Nature Writing & DH -  CAMPUS VISIT SCHEDULED[]

Assistant Professor in Nature Writing (non U.S.)/Environmental Studies/Digital Humanities

The English Department at the University of Connecticut, Storrs Campus, invites applications for a FT (9-mo.) tenure-track faculty position at Assistant Professor level, with a specialty in Nature Writing (non U.S.) and strong interests in Environmental Studies and Digital Humanities, to start Fall 2013. Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in English or other appropriate field; expertise in non-U.S. Nature Writing, Digital Humanities, and Environmental Studies; a record of, or strong potential for, distinguished scholarship and effective teaching and mentoring at the graduate/undergraduate levels; and evidence of engagement in institutional and/or professional service. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with digital mapping programs; ability to teach and conduct research in some broader field(s) of study; publication(s) in national/international journals; and the ability to contribute through research, teaching, and/or public engagement to the diversity and excellence of the learning experience. Equivalent foreign degrees acceptable. Selected candidate will teach upper-division courses and graduate seminars in her or his field(s) of expertise, as well as occasional survey/general education courses, continbute to UConn's new Environmental Studies program, and, in concert with other new departmental hires and with UConn's Digital Media Center, help us develop significant digital components in our research, teaching, and public programming. Appointment is at Storrs campus with possibility of work at regional campuses. Salary is competitive based on qualifications. Visit us at www.english.uconn.edu/, www.dmc.uconn.edu, and www.ecohusky.uconn.edu/outreach/env-studies.html

Apply to Husky Hire at www.jobs.uconn.edu by submitting your cover letter, CV, evidence of teaching experience, and a 15-25 page writing sample. Five (5) letters of recommendation should be send to: Margaret Breen, Interim Head, Department of English, NW/ENV search, 215 Glenbrook Road, Unit 4025, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269-4025. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. The University of Connecticut is an EEO/AA employer.

MLA JIL 09/14/12

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University of Connecticut - Assistant Prof in World Literature in English & DH - MLA INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED[]

Assistant Professor in World Literature in English/Digital Humanities

The English Department at the University of Connecticut, Storrs Campus, invites applications for a FT (9-mo.) tenure-track position at Assistant Professor level, with a specialty in World Literature in English and a strong interest in Digital Humanities, to start Fall 2013. Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in English or other appropriate field; expertise in World Literature in English and Digital Humanities; a record of, or strong potential for, distinguished scholarship and effective scholarship and mentoring at the graduate/undergraduate levels; and evidence of engagement in institutional and/or professional service. Preferred Qualifications: focus on emerging digital publishing media/venues in post-colonial societies; ability to teach and conduct research in one or more historical periods of British or American literature; publication(s) in national/international journals; and the ability to contribute through research, teaching, and/or public engagement to the diversity and excellence of the learning experience. Equivalent foreign degrees acceptable. Selected candidate will teach upper-division courses and graduate seminars in her or his field(s) of expertise, as well as occasional survey/general education courses, and, in concert with other new departmental hires and with UConn's Digital Media Center, help us develop significant digital components in our research, teaching, and public programming. Appointment is at Storrs campus with possibility of work at regional campuses. Salary is competitive based on qualifications. Visit us at www.english.uconn.edu and www.dmc.uconn.edu.

Apply to Husky Hire at www.jobs.uconn.edu by submitting your cover letter, CV, evidence of teaching experience, and a 15-25 page writing sample. Five (5) letters of recommendation should be sent to: Margaret Breen, Interim Head, Department of English, World Lit Search, 215 Glenbrook Road, Unit 4025, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269-4025. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. The Univeristy of Connecticut is an EEO/AA employer.

MLA JIL 09/14/12

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  • From Anglophone page: "MLA interview scheduled via email (x3, 12/7)"

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Also posted at Anglophone 2013

University of Copenhagen - 2 Assistant Professorships in Communication and IT[]

http://hastac.org/opportunities/assistant-professorships-communication-and-it-univ-copenhagen

The University of Copenhagen is advertising two Assistant Professorships in Communication and IT, beginning August 1 2013, and with a closing date for applications on January 17.

The positions are associated with the graduate and undergraduate programs in Communication and IT, which integrate competences in media and communication and in computer science, and with the interdisciplinary Center for Communication and Computing, http://ccc.ku.dk/

Job content: An assistant professorship is a three-year, fixed-term academic position involving research and teaching. The persons appointed to the posts will be obliged to complete a course in university teaching devised especially for assistant professors, and are expected to be able to take part in all the activities of the department, including examinations and administration. The job description includes development, planning and administration at the BA and MA programmes in Communication and it as well as teaching within one or more of the central areas in these programmes. Applicants are furthermore expected to be able to teach modules belonging to other educations under the section for Film and Media Studies in Danish as well as in English.

Qualification requirements: Candidates are required to document research qualifications at PhD level within digital media and communication. The applicants must provide documentation that they are able to plan and undertake teaching within one or more of the central modules at the BA and MA programmes in Communication and it: Basic communication theory, Empirical methods, Audio-visual communication, Communication in context, Theory of science, Communication and it-supported collaboration in organizations, Empirical investigations of IT, media use and communication in networks, and Media as communicative networks. The application must specify the module(s) in which the applicant is able to teach and support this by material indicating ideas and formats of the selected module(s). With regard to the position as assistant professor, the applicants must have a Ph.D. or its equivalent within the area advertised. Furthermore, applicants who have teaching experience at university level will be at an advantage. The duties of the positions are evenly distributed on tasks related to teaching and tasks related to research (including relevant administration and knowledge-sharing). Hence the assessment of applicants' qualifications will assign equal weight to documented competences in the field of teaching, pedagogy and didactics and competences in the field of research, research collaboration and research organization. In addition, the assessment will assign weight to applicants' reflection on and experiences with integration of research and teaching activities.

Furthermore, emphasis will be placed on the following academic and personal qualifications:

  • Research qualifications, which will be assessed in relation to the period of active research, the degree of originality, and academic output.

Within a reasonable period of time (max. 2 years), non-Danish-speaking appointees are expected to acquire proficiency in Danish sufficient to teach in Danish as well as interact with colleagues and students.

For further details about the qualification requirements for assistant professorships, please refer to Circular no. 9427 of 13 June 2007 concerning the job structure for academic staff http://www.ubst.dk/lovgivning/personalejura-medarbejdere/ny_stillingsstruktur_eng.pdf For further information about the position, please contact Head of Department, Maja Horst, e-mail: horst@hum.ku.dk. For more information on the positions and how to apply, please go to http://www.ku.dk/english/available_positions/vip/ and scroll down to 'Two Assistant Professorships in Communication and IT.'

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University of Houston, Downtown - Assistant Professor of Digital Media/Digital Humanities - MLA INTERVIEW SCHEDULED[]

Apply to this position: https://secure.interfolio.com/apply/15538

The University of Houston‑Downtown invites applications for a tenure‑track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Digital Media/Digital Humanities. The teaching load is 3/4 and begins August 2013. A PhD is required by initial appointment. Candidates should have expertise in one or more of the following areas: digital media, digital humanities, digital design, new media, game design and/or digital video production. Applicants with a secondary expertise in critical race studies/theory are highly desirable. Candidates must have an ability and willingness to teach digital media/digital humanities courses in addition to a regular course rotation that includes business and technical report writing, and courses for the BS in Professional Writing and MS in Professional Writing and Technical Communication. Publications in candidate's field of digital expertise and service are required for tenure. A willingness to participate in external grant opportunities is important. The University of Houston‑Downtown is a vibrant urban university serving a diverse student population. Offer of employment is contingent upon verification of individual's eligibility for employment in the United States. UHD is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. 

Applicants should submit an initial letter of application and CV online at the link above by November 12, 2012 for interviews at the Boston MLA in January. Candidates selected for the next stage of review will be contacted to send additional materials

MLA JIL 13 Sept 2012

Acknowledgment received:

Request for additional materials: 11.16 (email)

Rejection (no interview): 11.20.12 (email) 12/03 (email)

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University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign - Assistant/Associate/Full Professor[]

GSLIS seeks to hire an outstanding full-time faculty member to join our iSchool. Strong candidates in any area relating to the organization, management, preservation, and retrieval of information, and the production and transmission of knowledge are encouraged to apply. We are particularly interested in specializations that directly contribute to our leading program in data curation, including cyberinfrastructure, scientific data management, workflow systems, provenance, data archiving, data science, digital humanities, e-Research and e-Science, and semantic technologies. A focus on data in any area of science or scholarship, including the social sciences and the humanities, is relevant.

We especially welcome applications from members of underrepresented groups working in these or other areas of library and information science. GSLIS is a highly interdisciplinary unit and the successful candidate could hold degrees in information science, a social science, cognitive science or psychology, computer science, the humanities, a natural science, or other relevant disciplines.

Appointment will begin August 16, 2013 or as negotiated. Rank is open, and salary commensurate with qualifications. A Ph.D. degree or equivalent is required although candidates near completion will be considered. To apply create a candidate profile at https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, short research statement, list of three references including contact information. To ensure full consideration applicants must apply by November 20, 2012. Applicants may be interviewed before that date, but no hiring decisions will be made until after the search closes.

Acknowledgment received:

Request for additional materials: Letters requested (as evidenced by Interfolio) (12 Dec)

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  • 2/2 teaching load, composed of master's and doctoral courses

University of Nebraska - Assistant Professor in Digital Humanities (Multiple positions) - SKYPE INTERVIEW HELD[]

Description of Work: Research and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Digital Humanities, and in the relevant home department, plus other normal faculty duties.

Minimum Qualifications: Accomplished digital humanist able to contribute to an interdisciplinary initiative and home department. Candidates must provide evidence of successful teaching and an active research agenda. PhD required by August 2013.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates engaged in the building of digital projects, archives, editions, models, tools, and other creative scholarly works in the digital medium. Applicants should go to http://employment.unl.edu, requisition #120608 and complete the Faculty/Academic Administrative Information form and apply online. Applicants should be prepared to attach the following to their online application: a letter of application, a curriculum vita, and a PDF or a link to one representative sample of their digital work. Please do not send paper applications.

Quicklink: employment.unl.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=63641

See also: Ad in Chronicle

Application Review Date: 09-25-2012 (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Acknowledgment received:

Request for additional materials: letters (9/29)x4

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Note from UNL Center for Digital Research in the Humanities: "08/16/2012 - UNL to hire in Digital Humanities. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) seeks to hire additional faculty for its cluster hire in digital humanities. In this second phase of our effort, we hope to hire two or three additional tenure-track assistant professors to further propel this signature program. Field of expertise is open within the humanities. Preference will be given to candidates engaged in the building of digital projects, archives, editions, models, tools, and other creative scholarly works in the digital medium. Applicants should go to http://employment.unl.edu. For further information contact Kenneth Price, search committee chair, at 402-472-0293 or kprice2@unl.edu."

Question: any updates on this search? Are they still interviewing?

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - TT Assistant Professor of Digital Humanities in American Studies - CAMPUS VISIT SCHEDULED[]

The Department of American Studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for a tenure-track job at the Assistant Professor level. This position carries a 2-2 teaching load with significant research expectations.

We aim to hire a promising scholar-teacher who will push the intellectual boundaries of our rich and diverse discipline and who appreciates the transformative potential of digital technologies for his/her own research and teaching agenda. Our new colleague will embrace the role digital technologies can play in expanding the audience for American Studies scholarship and in engaging a wider public. We expect his/her intellectual ambition, imagination, and resourcefulness to have a significant impact on our department, our university, and the field of American Studies. He/she will contribute to the new PhD program in American Studies, our graduate program in Folklore, and to a broader graduate curriculum in digital humanities, training students both for traditional academic jobs as well as a variety of new professions in the public sphere; develop innovative graduate and undergraduate courses exploring the methodological and intellectual diversity of the field; further the work of the department through effective engagement with cultural organizations and non-academic audiences, particularly around issues affecting the state and region; and participate in interdisciplinary research collaborations.

A Ph.D.in American Studies or a related field is required (degree in-hand by August 15, 2013).

Candidates should have demonstrable engagement with the application of digital technologies in research and teaching related to the study of the American experience.

Our new colleague will also contribute to the broader Carolina Digital Humanities Initiative. Supported by a generous grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the CDHI is designed to offer an adaptable and sustainable model of transformative academic practice for the 21st century, which embraces research, teaching, engaged scholarship, and the dissemination of knowledge in the humanities. One of three new digital humanities hires in the College of Arts and Sciences anticipated over the next four years, he/she will contribute to and help shape the direction of the Digital Innovation Lab. The position carries a $50,000 start-up fund with the expectation that the candidate arrive on campus prepared to pursue a robust and innovative digital research agenda.

The Department of American Studies is an inclusive and dynamic fellowship of interdisciplinary interests devoted to the integrative study of the American experience. In addition to long-standing prominence in the historical study of cultural forms and practices, we offer distinctive strengths in American Indian Studies, Southern Studies, International/Comparative American Studies, Folklore, and material culture. We enjoy robust collaborative relationships across the University, including the Ackland Art Museum, Carolina Performing Arts, Center for the Study of the American South, Renaissance Computing Institute, and the University Library’s Southern Historical and North Carolina Collections, as well as with local, regional, and global partners. Our new PhD program will emphasize collaborative, interdisciplinary work that will train students for multi-pronged career options, both within and beyond the Academy.

Candidates must apply online via http://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/9129 . Applications should include:

  • Cover letter
  • CV
  • Statement of teaching philosophy and demonstration of teaching effectiveness
  • A portfolio (uploaded as a single “other document”) that contains: dissertation abstract, research statement, example of recent written scholarship (no more than article/chapter length), and evidence and discussion of engagement with digital technologies

At the time of application candidates will be required to identify the names, titles, and email addresses of four professional references who can speak specifically to their qualifications, experience, and interests as they relate to the special role this position will serve for our department and university. The recommenders candidates identify will be contacted via email with instructions for uploading their recommendation letters. Please note that only individual reference letters will be accepted; recommendation letters sent via Interfolio or other reference services will not be accepted. Applications with less than four recommendation letters will be considered incomplete.

Preliminary interviews with job applicants attending the American Studies Association meeting in San Juan, Puerto Rico can be arranged. Please contact the search committee chair for more information.

Deadline: Open Until Filled (post opened 10/22/2012)

Acknowledgment received:

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Preliminary interview scheduled (phone, Skype, ASA ...): ASA interview scheduled (11/12); preliminary Skype interview for non-ASA attendee scheduled for week of 1/14 (12/20—posted 1/9 in response to query below). --Thanks, and good luck!

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  • 11/26: Did others who went ahead and sent Interfolio dossiers to this job (out of consideration for our overworked senior colleagues) receive the notice to have recommenders upload letters individually? FWIW, this notice said remaining applications would be reviewed in mid-December.
  • I did too. I found that requirement incredibly presumptuous. It's not only that our letter-writers are overworked, but also that not all of us have letter-writers who are so invested in our careers that they're willing to respond to individual letter requests. Does UNC really think their job is so special? Because it's really not. I mean, just take a look at the jobs on this page... 
  • Any news? (1/9)
  • finalists selected (as of 1/28). -- Finalists, how were you contacted?  .....  Singing Pajamagram bullhorned from a Korean-War-era helicopter.

Also posted at American Studies 2013

University of North Carolina at Charlotte - TT Asst. Professor of English: Digital Narratives for Young People - OFFER ACCEPTED[]

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte invites applications for the position of assistant professor of English specializing in digital narratives for young people, beginning August 2013. The appointment is a 9-month tenure-track position. This is one of five positions in the college this year that entails expertise in new media or digital technologies.

Required qualifications: Ph.D. in English (or related field) with a specialization in digital narratives for young people (including, but not limited to popular culture, gaming, CGI, film, digital archives, or theoretical explorations of new media); evidence of strong potential for professional development as a scholar; evidence of potential for successful university teaching; and a commitment to promoting diversity in the department and college. Teaching for this position will include graduate and undergraduate courses in digital narratives for young people, as well as in children’s and adolescent literature and culture.

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is a dynamic, research-intensive university, located in a thriving metropolitan area, with a student population of 26,000+ and more than 900 full-time faculty. The Department of English, with 32 tenure-line faculty and more than 400 majors and 90 graduate students, offers Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees with area emphases in Literature, Children’s Literature, Creative Writing, Linguistics, and Professional/Technical Writing. The Department also offers an undergraduate interdisciplinary minor in Children’s Literature and Childhood Studies (CLCS), as well as a Master’s Concentration in Children’s Literature.

For consideration, apply online at https://jobs.uncc.edu with a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, unofficial electronic transcript(s), and a writing sample of approximately 20 pages. Screening of applicants will begin November 5, 2012, and will continue until the position is filled. Additional application materials, such as sample syllabi, teaching evaluations, and further writing samples, may be requested of finalists. We will conduct preliminary telephone interviews. Please direct inquiries to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Paula T. Connolly (ptconnol@uncc.edu).

MLA JIL 10/12/12

Deadline: Nov. 5

Acknowledgment received:

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Campus interview scheduled: 12/22

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Offer made: 1/24

Offer accepted: 1/29

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Also posted at Children's 2013

University of North Carolina at Charlotte - TT Asst. Professor of English: World Lit. & New Media - MLA INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED[]

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte (http://english.uncc.edu) invites applications for the position of assistant professor of English specializing in world or postcolonial literature, with an interest in new media, broadly defined. The appointment is a 9-month tenure-track position beginning August 2013.

Required qualifications: Ph.D. in English with a specialization in world or postcolonial literature, or a related field; research and/or teaching interests in new media broadly defined, including but not limited to digital technologies, visual culture, film studies, or digital archives; evidence of strong potential for professional development as a scholar; evidence of potential for successful university teaching; and a commitment to promoting diversity in the department and college.

This position is one of five in the college this year that entails expertise in new media or digital technologies. UNC Charlotte is a dynamic, research-intensive university, located in a thriving metropolitan area, with a student population of 26,000+ and more than 900 full-time faculty. The Department of English, with 32 tenure-line faculty, offers Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees with area emphases in literature and culture, children’s literature, creative writing, professional/technical writing, and linguistics.

For consideration, please apply online at https://jobs.uncc.edu with a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, unofficial transcript, and a writing sample of approximately 20 pages. Screening of applicants will begin November 5, 2012, and will continue until the position is filled. We plan to conduct interviews at the MLA convention. Please direct inquiries to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Lara Vetter (LVetter@uncc.edu).

MLA JIL 10/12/12

Deadline: Nov. 5

Acknowledgment received:

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University of North Carolina at Charlotte - TT Asst/Assoc. Director of Public History with DH focus[]

The Department of History at the University of North Carolina at Charlotteinvites applications for a director of the Public History concentration within the M.A. program in History to begin August 2013. We intend to appoint a tenure-track faculty member at the Assistant/Associate Professor level. Applicants are required to have a Ph.D. in history or related field. Required qualifications include a record of research, publication and teaching experience appropriate to rank, expertise in digital history, and public history work experience. Research and teaching specialty is open. Because the College and department strive to develop a deep understanding of and respect for diversity among students and colleagues, we encourage applications from those who can help us achieve this goal.

The successful candidate will have an opportunity to redesign the Public History program to include a digital history focus since this is one of four positions being recruited by the College this year requiring expertise in the digital humanities. Within a 2-1 teaching load, the successful candidate will teach core courses in the program in public history as well as undergraduate courses in their specialty. Additional responsibilities include recruitment, identifying internships, advising students, collaborating with community organizations and, as far as feasible, pursuing external sources of funding.

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is a doctoral, research intensive university, located in one of the nation’s fastest growing metropolitan areas on an expanding modern campus. One of sixteen campuses in one of the oldest public university systems in the United States, UNC Charlotte offers over 26,000 culturally diverse students a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences houses 20 departments in the humanities, social and behavioral sciences, physical sciences, and military sciences, as well as eight research centers and institutes and 13 interdisciplinary programs.

Screening of applications will begin October 15, 2012, and will continue until the position is filled. Applications must be made electronically at https://jobs.uncc.edu and should include a cover letter, CV, and samples from a digital portfolio. Three letters of recommendation should be mailed separately to Professor John David Smith, Chair, Public History Search Committee, Department of History, UNC Charlotte, Charlotte, NC 28223. Informal inquiries can be directed to Professor Karen Cox at kcox@uncc.edu

UNC Charlotte is a doctoral-extensive urban university committed to excellence in research and teaching, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and an ADVANCE institution.

Job Ad (HASTAC): http://hastac.org/opportunities/tenure-track-position-director-public-history-dh-focus

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University of Northern Colorado - TT Assistant Professor, 20th Century/Contemporary British Lit. (2ndary Spec. in DH)[]

The Department of English invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of English in 20th Century and Contemporary British literature. Secondary specialization in New Media/Digital Humanities desirable. Applicants must demonstrate evidence of an active research agenda in the area of specialization as well as an ability to teach a broad range of undergraduate and graduate courses.

Minimum Qualifications: PhD must be in hand by August 2013.

Search Committee Chair: Lloyd Worley

Search Committee Chair Phone/Extension: 970-351-2942

Salary and Benefits: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits available include health, life, and dental insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement programs. Dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed as 0.5FTE or above are entitled to and eligible for Dependent Tuition Grants. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

Application Materials: Please apply via the following website: https://careers.unco.edu. Application should include letter and CV uploaded in PDF format. Please send direct inquiries to Prof. Lloyd Worley, Chair of Hiring Committee, Department of English, Box 109, University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO 80639.

HigherEdJobs.com

Deadline: January 15, 2013

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University of Ottawa: Open Rank Information Science position University of Ottawa: School of Information Studies Open rank tenure-track faculty position

The graduate School of Information Studies (SIS) at the University of Ottawa, Canada, invites applications for an open rank full-time tenure-track position in library and information science. Appointment will be for July 1, 2013, and salary will be in accordance with the Collective Agreement of the Association of Professors of the University of Ottawa.

The University of Ottawa holds an international reputation for excellence in advanced research and learning. It is located in Canada’s National Capital Region – an area of beauty and cultural diversity. The School offers a Master of Information Studies (MIS) and a Graduate Diploma in Information Studies (GDIS). Further information about the School can be found at www.sis.uottawa.ca.

The School is seeking a candidate in the area of information policy, in particular government and institutional policy, which may include an interest in e-government, information access policies, information policy compliance and/or international librarianship.

Qualifications

Candidates must have met the requirements for a PhD in a relevant field by the time of appointment; an MLIS (or equivalent) and relevant professional experience will be an asset. Candidates will be expected to teach courses in at least one of the core areas in the SIS MIS program, as well as to offer advanced graduate elective courses in their areas of expertise. Successful applicants will be able to immediately function in a bilingual setting, teaching in one of Canada’s two official languages (English or French) and having a solid working knowledge of the other (i.e., being able to interact with students and colleagues in both languages). At the time of tenure, professors must be able to teach in both official languages. Candidates will have demonstrated their potential for high scholarly impact and will have an established record of research and publications. Experience or demonstrated ability in design and delivery of courses in a variety of formats, including distance learning modes, is an asset. Applications arriving by December 1, 2012 will be given priority. Please send a letter of intent, curriculum vitae and three confidential letters of reference (sent directly by the referees) to: Lynne Bowker, Director, School of Information Studies, University of Ottawa, 55 Laurier Ave East (DMS 11101), Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6N5 CANADA - lbowker@uottawa.ca

While the University of Ottawa values all applications received, only those candidates short-listed for further consideration will be contacted.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Equity is a University of Ottawa policy; men, Aboriginal peoples, members of visible minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language. At the time of tenure, professors are expected to have the ability to function in a bilingual setting and teach in both official languages.

link: http://hastac.org/opportunities/opp-tenure-track-position-information-studies

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University of Pennsylvania - TT Assistant Professor - Television and New Media (English and Program in Cinema Studies)[]

Assistant Professor of Television and New Media The Department of English at the University of Pennsylvania announces a tenure-track Assistant Professor position, with a focus on television and new media in the Department of English and the Program in Cinema Studies to begin July 1, 2013. We anticipate making the appointment at the advanced assistant professor level but an appointment at the level of associate professor with tenure would be possible for an exceptionally well qualified candidate. A demonstrated commitment to excellence in scholarship and teaching is required. PhD is expected by the start of the appointment. Application materials are to be submitted online at http://facultysearches.provost.upenn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=51125. A complete application includes a cover letter, CV, writing sample, statement of teaching philosophy, and the contact information for three individuals who will be contacted by the University with instructions on how to submit a letter of recommendation. Candidates are encouraged to apply by December 21, 2012, but applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. The University of Pennsylvania is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

MLA JIL 11/21/12

Deadline: review begins Dec. 21

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University of Pittsburgh  - Asst./Assoc. Prof. Archives and Information Science [renewable NTS position (i.e. Digital Humanities; Digital Scholarship; Human Information Interaction; Book History and Print Culture; Media Archaeology)][]

"The iSchool at Pitt emphasizes the synthesis of people, information and technology, and offers opportunities for research, instruction, and service spanning the diverse needs and interests of an information-intensive, multi-cultural, and increasingly digital society."

Electronic applications should be sent to sissearch@sis.pitt.edu. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses (with e-mail), and telephone numbers of three references. For full consideration, applications must be received by January 4, 2013

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University of Sydney - Lecturer (= Asst. Prof.) in Digital Cultures[]

Lecturer in Digital Cultures (Ref. 1593/0912)

Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, School of Letters, Art and Media, University of Sydney

The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences offers one of the most comprehensive and diverse range of humanities and social science studies in the Asia Pacific region and is regularly ranked in the 20 top faculties of its kind.

The Digital Cultures Program was founded in 2000 as a critical investigation of the intersections of digital technology, society and culture. It is based in the School of Letters, Art and Media. The program includes an undergraduate major, an Honours program, postgraduate coursework programs and postgraduate research degrees.

From 2013 the Digital Cultures Program will formally become part of the Department of Media and Communications (MECO), a leading centre for teaching, research, and public engagement. Its fields of interest include transformations in communication and media, journalism studies, digital cultures and technologies, culture and media, communication and media policy, public and political communication, health communication, media history, screen studies, and media and politics. The amalgamation of the Digital Cultures Program with MECO will enhance both areas, and the burgeoning field of digital cultures research.

Since its foundation in 2000, MECO has established itself as a supportive environment for innovative research. It makes an internationally significant contribution to advancing understandings of media, communication, and digital cultures, that are now so central to our social, economic, political, and cultural arrangements. MECO has a strong track record of research collaborations and external grant success.

MECO benefits from excellent media production facilities, high-quality research infrastructure and support, established interdisciplinary links and projects with outstanding researchers at the University working on media and communication from different disciplinary perspectives such as cultural studies, gender studies, political studies, human rights, sociology, law, business, science and technology, health and medicine, and area studies, especially Asia, the Americas, and Europe.

Digital cultures research is a key research focus in the new amalgamation of the Digital Cultures Program with the Department of Media and Communications and we seek to expand this emphasis through the appointment of a new lecturer in Digital Cultures.

In this exciting lectureship opportunity in digital cultures you will:

  • teach and develop curriculum for undergraduate and postgraduate courses in digital cultures, and related areas of communication and media
  • make an important contribution to the research strengths of the school, including regular publication in journals of high ranking and other quality outlets, and pursuing research grants
  • supervise research higher degree students
  • develop effective interdisciplinary collaborations within the University, across the academic fields and with external stakeholders
  • engage with communication and media industry, professions, and interested publics
  • contribute to academic administration

To be the successful candidate you will need:

  • a PhD in digital cultures, communications and media, or related field
  • teaching experience at tertiary level in digital cultures
  • proven expertise and knowledge, research ability and research potential in digital cultures
  • evidence of your ability to undertake academic administrative responsibilities
  • the ability to work in a collegial and effective manner with a broad range of university wide colleagues and with external stakeholders
  • a demonstrated capacity for engagement in cultural and industry debates regarding digital cultures

Please see the selection criteria document at the bottom of this advertisement for full details on the required knowledge, skills and experience (including the list of desirable criteria).

Remuneration package: Lecturer (Academic Level B): $104,644 - $124,263 p.a. (which includes a base salary of $88,426 - $105,004 p.a., leave loading and up to 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation).

Specific enquiries about the role can be directed to Professor Gerard Goggin on +61 2 9114 1218 or email gerard.goggin@sydney.edu.au

Enquiries regarding the recruitment process can be directed to Michelle Carlon on + 61 2 8627 1238 or email michelle.carlon@sydney.edu.au

CLOSING DATE: 13 January 2013 (11:30pm Sydney time)

The proposed start date for this role is 1 July 2013, or as soon as possible thereafter.

The University is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups and women are encouraged.

Ad: http://hastac.org/opportunities/opp-lecturer-digital-cultures-sydney

Full job ad: http://www.utwente.nl/vacatures/en/

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University of Toronto Mississauga - Assistant Professor of New Media, Global Perspectives on Information and Communication[]

The Institute of Communication, Culture and Information Technology (ICCIT) at the University of Toronto Mississauga invites applications for two tenure-stream appointments at the rank of Assistant Professor. The start date for the positions is July 1, 2013.

Assistant Professor, New Media – Global Perspectives on Information and Communication

We seek a candidate with the ability to work within and across disciplines to analyze transformations in culture, society, and politics underwritten by transnational communications. With this position, the Institute will build strength in the study of international contemporary issues and debates regarding new media, including issues such as the tensions in local and global information flows; issues of power, inequality, and resistance; revolutions behind-the-screen and on the street; and the presumption of digital diplomacy. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses focusing on one of these areas of specialization and s/he will have a graduate appointment in one of the University’s tri-campus graduate departments. Completion of a Ph.D. and evidence of excellent teaching and research abilities are required. The successful candidate will be expected to commit to shaping the future of the Institute in the field of digital and new media and to assist in developing the ICCIT as a centre of research and teaching excellence. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and teaching experience.

About ICCIT: ICCIT is a newly established Institute at the University of Toronto Mississauga that focuses on teaching and research excellence in its four undergraduate programs: Communication, Culture and Information Technology (CCIT), Interactive Digital Media (IDM), Digital Enterprise Management (DEM), and Professional Writing and Communication (PWC). Currently, ICCIT is building a research complement in social networking and communication, interactive and immersive digital media and culture, and the theory and practice of design, with an emphasis on all aspects of digital media. ICCIT is also actively engaged with the community and profit and non-profit organizations.

The University of Toronto offers the opportunity to teach, conduct research and live in one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world. ICCIT provides an exciting and creative context in which to work in an emerging interdisciplinary environment and in a range of collaborative programs.

Application Details

All qualified candidates are invited to apply by clicking on the link below. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy), and a statement outlining current and future research interests. All application materials should be submitted online.

The U of T application system can accommodate up to five attachments (10 MB) per candidate profile; please combine attachments into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. Submission guidelines can be found at:http://uoft.me/how-to-apply.

Applicants should also ask at least three referees to send letters directly to Professor Anthony Wensley, Director, ICCIT, University of Toronto Mississauga via email to iccit.utm@utoronto.ca by the closing date, November 30, 2012.

For more information on the Institute of Communication, Culture and Information Technology, please visit our website.

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University of Toronto, Mississauga - Assistant Professor of New Media: Interactive Virtual Environments[]

The Institute of Communication, Culture and Information Technology (ICCIT) at the University of Toronto Mississauga invites applications for two tenure-stream appointments at the rank of Assistant Professor. The start date for the positions is July 1, 2013.

Assistant Professor, New Media – Interactive Virtual Environments

We seek a candidate who transcends traditional divisions, with an active research agenda that embraces the development, implementation and use of new media with a specialization in Interactive/Immersive Virtual Environments. Candidates with a focus on some combination of the following digital technologies: virtual environment design, 3-D modeling, responsive environments, information spaces, interaction design, gesture control, simulation, and an appreciation of both technical and socio/cultural aspects of digital media are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants with experience in applying these technologies in the areas of healthcare, business, and/or creative performance will be welcomed. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses focusing on one of these areas of specialization and s/he will have a graduate appointment in one of the University’s tri-campus graduate departments. Completion of a Ph.D. and evidence of excellent teaching and research abilities are required. The successful candidate will be expected to commit to shaping the future of the Institute in the field of digital and new media and to assist in developing the ICCIT as a centre of research and teaching excellence. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and teaching experience.About ICCIT

ICCIT is a newly established Institute at the University of Toronto Mississauga that focuses on teaching and research excellence in its four undergraduate programs: Communication, Culture and Information Technology (CCIT), Interactive Digital Media (IDM), Digital Enterprise Management (DEM), and Professional Writing and Communication (PWC). Currently, ICCIT is building a research complement in social networking and communication, interactive and immersive digital media and culture, and the theory and practice of design, with an emphasis on all aspects of digital media. ICCIT is also actively engaged with the community and profit and non-profit organizations.

The University of Toronto offers the opportunity to teach, conduct research and live in one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world. ICCIT provides an exciting and creative context in which to work in an emerging interdisciplinary environment and in a range of collaborative programs.

Application Details

All qualified candidates are invited to apply by clicking on the link below. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy), and a statement outlining current and future research interests. All application materials should be submitted online.

The U of T application system can accommodate up to five attachments (10 MB) per candidate profile; please combine attachments into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. Submission guidelines can be found at:http://uoft.me/how-to-apply.

Applicants should also ask at least three referees to send letters directly to Professor Anthony Wensley, Director, ICCIT, University of Toronto Mississauga via email to iccit.utm@utoronto.ca by the closing date, November 30, 2012.

For more information on the Institute of Communication, Culture and Information Technology, please visit our website.

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University of Twente (Netherlands) - TT Assistant Professor in the Philosophy of Technology[]

The Department of Philosophy is looking for an Assistant Professor (full-time, tenure-track) in Philosophy of Technology with a (future) emphasis on philosophical anthropology and human-technology relations

The department of philosophy is internationally leading in the philosophy and ethics of technology. It currently includes seven tenured staff members, one postdoc, seven PhD students, and five part-time faculty. We strive to combine academic excellence with societal relevance. We have a strong international orientation and include members from many different nationalities. The department is currently expanding with two tenure-track positions, one in Applied Ethics and/or Political Philosophy, and one in the currently advertised area.

Full job ad: http://www.utwente.nl/vacatures/en/

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University of Utah - Assistant Professor - Emerging Media - Sept. 1[]

Position: Full-time tenure-eligible appointment for a new studio art track in Interactive Emerging Media at the rank of Assistant Professor. Start date is August 2013.

Qualifications: MFA in studio art specializing in Emerging Media with a critical and creative approach to contemporary art. Expertise in some combination of the following digital art technologies: 3-D modeling, animation/motion graphics/video, installation and responsive environments, information spaces, web interface, net art, virtual environments, sound art, performance. Applicants are expected to engage aesthetic, intellectual, and structural dimensions in interdisciplinary combinations of art, media and technology. Preferred applicants will be practicing artists with a professional record of creative research and excellent teaching methods.

Responsibilities: Develop a sequence of core courses exploring Emerging Media from a fine art perspective for undergraduate art majors/minors and graduate MFA students. The successful candidate should expect to participate in ongoing efforts to facilitate experimental and innovative approaches to contemporary art making that complements established media-specific disciplines. Coordinate a studio track where students are educated in Emerging Media and prepared for collaborations with students in established media-specific studio art disciplines. Develop additional courses in area of expertise. Assist in mentoring and advising students. Ongoing, active participation and development in creative research, teaching, and service is required. Involvement is expected in promoting the role of Emerging Media at the intersection of scientific/technological and humanities/arts disciplines. Visit http://www.art.utah.edu for more information about the department.

Emerging Media is a new studio program within the Department of Art and Art History, building on the trajectory of the department into more experimental forms of art production. The mission of the department is directed towards a diverse and inclusive yet rigorous and responsible environment. The departments integrative Emerging Media philosophy fosters a critical and creative exploration of new forms of research in the visual arts. Engagement with the College of Fine Arts creative campus initiative is anticipated as well as exploring ways to work with faculty/students from other College of Fine Arts units (Ballet, Modern Dance, Film and New Media, Music, Theatre). Our department is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and students.

The flagship of the states higher education system, the University of Utah is located in Salt Lake City, a diverse metropolitan community at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains offering a wide range of cultural and recreational activities.

Interested candidates should apply online at utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/15684

Application: A letter of application, curriculum vita, artists statement, statement of teaching philosophy, sample curriculum design in integrative arts, 20 examples of applicants work, and 20 examples of student work, applicable web sites, and SASE. Images & image list should be mailed directly to the department. Three letters of recommendation should be sent separately by the referees. Address application materials to Chair of Emerging Media Search Committee, University of Utah Department of Art and Art History, 357 S 1530 E, RM 161, Salt Lake City, UT 84112-0380. A/D: 1 September 2012.

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University of Virginia - TT Asst. Professor Media & Gender/Sexuality Studies - SKYPE INTERVIEW SCHEDULED[]

The Department of Media Studies ( http://www.mediastudies.virginia.edu ) and the Program in Women, Gender, and Sexuality ( http://www.wgs.virginia.edu/) at the University of Virginia seek to hire jointly a tenure-track Assistant Professor, appointment beginning August 25, 2013. The successful candidate must have a PhD (or be ABD with expected completion of June 2013), evidence of innovative and effective teaching, and excellent research promise in both media studies and gender and/or sexuality studies. Desired areas of specialization within media studies may include LGBTQ studies, globalization, digital media, game culture, and social media. To apply, candidates must submit a Candidate Profile through Jobs@UVA ( https://jobs.virginia.edu ), search on posting number 0610690, and electronically attach the following: a cover letter of interest that describes research agenda and teaching experience and a curriculum vitae.

Also, under separate cover by e-mail please arrange for three (3) confidential letters of recommendation that speak to research excellence to be sent to: Professor Andrea Press, Chair of Search Committee, gender_mediasearch@virginia.edu

For priority consideration please submit all application materials and letters of reference by November 1, 2012.

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University of Washington - TT Assistant Prof Journalism and Communications - Ethics in a Digital Age (Dept of Communication) - CAMPUS VISITS SCHEDULED[]

The Department of Communication at the University of Washington seeks a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor who focuses on journalism and communication ethics in a digital age.

Journalism and other communication professions are undergoing rapid transformation in response to technological innovation, economic disruption and social change. We are seeking a scholar who understands, researches and teaches about ethical communication practices and information values in this environment of increasing cultural diversity and fast-paced technological change.

The ideal candidate would have a sophisticated understanding of ethical issues that arise in both legacy and digital journalistic practice, as well as the capacity to examine journalism ethics within the framework of a broad-based communication program. A candidate could have either a strong background in the philosophical study of communication ethics (including familiarity with traditional ethical reasoning and critiques of that reasoning) or could approach the study of ethical decision-making through the empirical examination of changing information values and practices.

In addition, preference will be given to candidates whose scholarship complements existing areas of strength in the Department: communication and culture; communication technology and society; global communication; media organizations and institutions; political communication; rhetoric and critical/cultural studies; and social interaction. Experience working as a journalist or in media organizations also is desirable.

The start date for this position is September 16, 2013. By that date, candidates must have earned or be close to completion of a Ph.D. in communication, mass communication or closely related discipline.

University of Washington faculty members engage in teaching, research and service. Candidates are expected to conduct research, teach four courses during a three-quarter academic year and supervise graduate students at the masters and doctoral levels. The position involves teaching in the Department of Communications undergraduate and graduate programs. Candidates must submit: (1) a letter of application that addresses research and teaching interests (on the latter please discuss fit with current courses and/or suggestions for potential new ones); (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) three letters of recommendation; and (4) two or three academic writing samples. Application materials are to be submitted online at http://com.uw.edu/facultysearch. Review of applications will begin October 15, 2012. Inquiries should be directed to the search committee chair, Professor Randal Beam, at rabeam@uw.edu.

The University of Washington is an Affirmative Action, equal-opportunity employer. The University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

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University of Washington - Tenure Track Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in Human Centered Design & Engineering[]

Position open in "big data" with relationship to crowdsourcing, social computing, visualization, visual analytics, individual and group behavior, ubiquitous computing.

The Department of Human Centered Design & Engineering at the University of Washington invites applications for a full time tenure track Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. We are seeking a top caliber researcher and teacher to join our growing and dynamic department. We are interested in candidates whose research is outstanding in quality and originality, and who possess expertise in human centered aspects regarding the use of big data. We are particularly interested in researchers who unite the study of massive and complex data sets with the study of crowdsourcing, visualization, visual analytics, individual and group behavior, social computing, interactive design, and/or ubiquitous computing. We are also interested in candidates who engage critically with theory in their research. This faculty member will be joining a growing interdisciplinary community of engineers, social scientists, computer scientists, and humanities scholars at the University of Washington interested in the emerging frontier of big data.

We will consider candidates from a range of disciplinary backgrounds who use innovative methodological, computational, or theoretical approaches to address current challenges in human centered design and engineering. HCDE is an interdisciplinary community that incorporates a range of research traditions. More information about our department can be found at hcde.washington.edu. The successful candidate is expected to develop a substantial program of research including peer-reviewed publications and external funding.

The department is seeking applicants at the Assistant Professor level, although an appointment may be made at the rank of Associate or Full Professor if circumstances and qualifications warrant. Applicants must have an earned doctorate by the date of appointment.

HCDE offers BS, MS, and PhD degrees. The candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses and will supervise doctoral dissertations. The yearly teaching load is three courses (one per quarter) plus supervision of research groups. Teaching opportunities will be based on current course offerings and the individual’s areas of scholarly expertise.

The successful candidate will join a vibrant faculty conducting interdisciplinary research in human-computer interaction and the design of sociotechnical systems. Current faculty research includes work in CSCW, sociotechnical systems, HCI, computer-mediated communication, ICTD, user research, emerging communication technologies, engineering design, scientific collaboration, and engineering education. The department collaborates with colleagues around campus, including Computer Science and Engineering, the Information School, the eScience Institute, and the School of Art. The faculty also routinely engage in research projects with affiliates from the region's noted high-tech industry. Seattle is home to many prominent technology companies, along with a robust startup and global health community.

The University of Washington is building a culturally diverse faculty and strongly encourages applications from women and minority candidates. The University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. The University of Washington, a recipient of the 2006 Alfred P. Sloan award for Faculty Career Flexibility, is committed to supporting the work-life balance of its faculty. University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.

Appointment begins in autumn 2013, contingent on budgetary approval. Review of applications will begin November 7, 2012. Priority will be given to applications received by November 28. *According to HCDE website posting review of applications begins Dec 31, 2012.*

To apply, send (1) a letter of application, (2) a current cv, and (3) a statement of research and teaching goals to hcdefac@uw.edu. Additionally, request that at least three letters of recommendation be submitted tohcdefac@uw.edu. All materials should be addressed to Professor Jennifer Turns, Search Committee Chair.

LINK: http://hcde.uw.edu/employment#tenure_track_assistant_associate_professor_nov_2012

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University of Washington Tacoma - Assistant Professor in Global Media Studies - PHONE INTERVIEW SCHEDULED[]

The University of Washington Tacoma invites applications for a full time tenure-track Assistant Professor in Global Media Studies in the Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences (IAS) Program. The successful candidate will be an intellectually expansive scholar whose research addresses the interdependencies and interconnections of globalization as developed through one or more of the following areas: development communication, reception studies, production studies, social media, convergence technologies, and global health. The successful candidate will build on the critical and cultural studies framework in which the major is situated, and advance a teaching and research agenda that addresses the ways in which new technologies complicate and facilitate transactions in a global society. We seek a candidate ready to contribute to our campus's success with diversity and inclusion, prepared to involve students in faculty research and field-based experiences, and eager to integrate new pedagogical techniques and technologies into teaching/learning. The position primarily contributes to an interdisciplinary major in Communication but also contributes to other interdisciplinary majors and concentrations at UWT, such as: Arts, Media, and Culture; Global Studies; Politics, Philosophy, and Economics; and Ethnic, Gender, and Labor Studies. The position begins September 16, 2013, requires an earned doctorate in Communication or related field at the time of appointment, and is contingent on funding. IAS offers a range of innovative interdisciplinary majors. We welcome applicants representing diverse perspectives and approaches. One of three University of Washington campuses, UWT is located in new and historic facilities in downtown Tacoma and serves students of a wide range of ages and backgrounds in the South Puget Sound region. The South Sound is a beautiful place to live with outstanding opportunities for both cultural and recreational activities. It also has vibrant business and nonprofit communities including organizations like the world-renowned Museum of Glass, Tacoma Art Museum, Amazon, Boeing, Microsoft, Nordstrom, RealNetworks, Starbucks, Weyerhaeuser, the Port of Tacoma, and more.

For more information on UWT, visit our website at https://www.tacoma.uw.edu. To apply, please submit: 1) letter delineating your interests and qualifications, a description of research projects underway, your teaching experience, and previous activities mentoring minorities and/or advancing minorities, women, or members of other under-represented groups, 2) curriculum vitae, including a list of courses taught, 3) statement of your teaching philosophy, 4) an article-length writing sample, 5) evidence of teaching effectiveness, and 6) three letters of reference. Submit all application materials through http://academicjobsonline.org. Application materials, including letters of recommendation, received via email will not be considered.

Screening of applicants will begin November 1, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled. For further information, e-mail Dr. Divya McMillin, search chair, at divya@uw.edu. The University of Washington is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. The University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff and strongly encourages applications from women, racial/ethnic minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and covered veterans. If you have a question about the details of this search/position please contact that hiring unit directly. All University of Washington Tacoma faculty engage in teaching, research and service.

Link: http://hastac.org/opportunities/assistant-professor-global-media-studies-university-washington-tacoma

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University of Western Ontario - TT ASST PROFESSOR - Digital and Emerging Media Communication - CAMPUS VISIT SCHEDULED[]

The University of Western Ontario, The Program in Writing, Rhetoric, & Professional Communication (http://www.uwo.ca/writing/ ) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Digital and Emerging Media Communication, to begin July 1, 2013. Ph.D. in Writing Studies or related discipline required. Significant research/publication record and demonstrated knowledge of HTML are essential. Preference will be given to candidates with research interests in one or more of the following areas: Computer-based Methodologies, On-line Teaching and Learning, Digital and Emerging Media, Social Media platforms, Digital Literacy or Literary Scholarship; emerging publishing technologies, Digital Humanities, and Rhetorical Theory.

Send letter of application with curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts, a writing sample, and three letters of reference to Prof. Kathleen D. Fraser, Acting Director, The Program in Writing, Rhetoric, & Professional Communication, Lawson Hall 3270, The University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada, N6A 5B8; fax (519) 850-2902. Applications must be received by 10 January 2013. Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent oral and written communication skills in English. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Western Ontario is committed to employment equity and welcomes applications from all qualified women and men, including visible minorities, aboriginal people, and persons with disabilities.

Deadline: Jan. 10

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Also posted at Rhetoric/Composition 2013

University of Wisconsin-Madison - TT Asst. Prof. of Information Visualization[]

The School of Library and Information Studies ([http:// http://www.slis.wisc.edu/ http://www.slis.wisc.edu/] ) and the Wisconsin Institute for Discovery Living Environments Lab ( http://discovery.wisc.edu/home/wisconsin/research/living-environments-lab/) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison seeks applications for a full time tenure track position, at any level, in the broad area of Information Visualization. Desired emphases include visual depictions of data from complex systems, cognitive studies of how people perceive and interpret images, or studies of how visualizations interact with behaviors. Successful applicants will have technical skills in information visualization, an ability to work in dynamic team environment, and a willingness to apply their work to the area of health care.

The position will teach two courses per year for the School of Library and Information Studies and conduct research as part of the WID Living Environments Laboratory team. The successful candidate's tenure home would be the School of Library and Information Studies.

This position is part of a larger, multi-position recruiting effort at the Wisconsin Institute for Discovery. More information about the position is available in the initial PVL description at PVL # 72208 (http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv_072208.html)

For full consideration, please submit all application materials by October 15, 2012 using the below instructions:

Please send resume and cover letter referring to Position Vacancy Listing #72208 to

Ms. Kendra Kreutz
333 N Randall Ave
Madison, WI 53715-1003
Phone: 608-316-4327
Email: kendra@discovery.wisc.edu Fax: N/A

Candidates must also submit additional application materials, including CV, research statement, teaching statement, three example publications and names and contact information of three references, as per the instructions on the following web site: http://newfac.lel.discovery.wisc.edu/ Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled. UW-Madison is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. A criminal background check will be required prior to start of position.

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Also posted at Communication and Media Studies 2012-2013

Wellesley College - Assistant Professor in New Media Theory - OFFER ACCEPTED[]

Job Opening: Assistant Professor in New Media Theory and Criticism at Wellesley College

The Cinema and Media Studies Program (CAMS) at Wellesley College seeks a tenure-track assistant professor (beginning or advanced) whose research and teaching focus is on the theory and practice of digital media and emerging technologies. CAMS is a relatively young interdisciplinary program with a strong global orientation, committed to the integration of theory and practice. The curriculum offers courses in the history and theory of film as well as studio production courses in video, photography, and digital imaging. We are looking for a New Media scholar who can provide intellectual and teaching expertise in areas that look beyond cinema. The candidate will play an active role in developing and refining a forward-looking program, working closely with other programs including Art History and Studio Art, Media Arts and Sciences, and Anthropology. Dynamic candidates with a vision are encouraged not only to apply, but also to be creative in proposing areas of undergraduate teaching and research that explore the emerging mediascapes and theorize the role that new technologies might be playing in bringing about the "post-human" condition.

The ideal candidate will hold an advanced degree in Media Studies or a closely related field (PhD preferred--ABD considered) and show an active interest in critical/theoretical approaches to: (a) web-based production and consumption of still/moving images and music/sound; (b) interactive games and virtual reality; (c) mobile media; and/or (d) social media and the public sphere. Pluses include: research program and ability to develop an undergraduate course in (a) animation, (b) twenty-first century global media, (c) questions of ethics, privacy and the politics of digital exchange, or (d) the interface between cognition and media. In addition to teaching both core and advanced courses in media studies, the successful candidate, depending on field, may also have the opportunity to teach production.

POSITION STARTS: Fall 2013

Please submit: (1) a letter of interest; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) ideas for courses to teach at the undergraduate level, with an annotated syllabus if possible; (4) writing sample (published article or chapter of the dissertation) and, if applicable, creative work samples (as PDF files or other appropriate formats) and (5) names of at least three referees asked to submit confidential letters of recommendation (the online application will request name and email address in order for recommenders or dossier services to submit letters directly). Applications should be submitted electronically to: https://career.wellesley.edu/. If circumstances make it impossible to submit materials online, please email us working@wellesley.edu.

Application Due: December 15

Wellesley College is one of the country's pre-eminent liberal arts colleges, and a distinguished leader in the education of women. We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the intellectual diversity and dynamism of the academic community through their innovative research, effective teaching, and commitment to service.

Application Information

Postal Address:

Human Resources

Wellesley College

106 Central Street

Wellesley, MA 02481

Phone: 781-283-3202

Online App. Form: https://career.wellesley.edu

Acknowledgment received:

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Preliminary interview scheduled: 1/28/13 (x4)

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Campus interview scheduled: 2/4/13 (scheduled for sometime in Feb)

  • Have on-campus interviews been conducted? 2/19/13?
    • On-campus interviews are in progress

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  • Anyone heard anything? (12/30)

Also posted at Film Studies 2013

Western Oregon University - TT Asst. Prof. - Digital Writing - SKYPE INTERVIEW SCHEDULED[]

Western Oregon University seeks a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Digital Writing, beginning September 2013, to broaden and strengthen our undergraduate writing curriculum. WOU is an AA/EOE employer and committed to fostering diversity in its student body, faculty and staff. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in Composition and Rhetoric/Writing Studies or related field is required by time of appointment. Consideration will be given to candidates with an MFA in Digital Writing/Design or closely-related field. Digital writing expertise is a must. Demonstrated expertise in composition/rhetoric or writing/communication AND new media studies, digital humanities/literacy, or electronic environments is required. Interest and experience in writing program administration is a plus. Applicants should possess a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and advising. Usual teaching load is 3 classes/12 hours per quarter.

Start Date: September 16, 2013

Contact Information: Questions regarding this position may be directed to Dr. Meg Artman, Search Committee Chair, at artmanm@wou.edu.

For questions regarding the application process or to submit your application documents, please contact Human Resources at 503-838-8552 or employment@wou.edu.

Application Process Required application materials:

  • WOU Faculty Application Form (available at www.wou.edu/facultyapp)
  • Letter of interest
  • Current curriculum vitae
  • Unofficial copy of transcripts for highest degree
  • Names and complete contact information for at least three (3) references. (Three (3) current letters of reference preferred for initial screening and will be required prior to an interview. At least one of the references must address teaching.)

Submit Application Materials to: F1215 Assistant Professor of Digital Writing, Western Oregon University, Human Resources Office, 345 N. Monmouth Ave., Monmouth, OR 97361

-OR- E-mail as an attachment to employment@wou.edu -OR- Fax to 503-838-8144.

Deadline: Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. [posted Nov. 12, 2012]

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Also posted at Rhetoric/Composition 2013

Victoria University of Wellington, NZ - Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Media[]

The School of English, Film, Theatre, and Media Studies at Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand invites applications for a permanent position for a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Media Studies, to begin in January 2013. Candidates with a demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas would be desirable: new media; media theory and analysis; media, politics and society; and media and popular culture.

Applications close on 15 August 2012. [NOTE: H-net version of this ad states 5 August as deadline.]

For information about this position and to begin online application, please visit http://vacancies.vuw.ac.nz/

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Request for additional materials: NOTE from Communication and Media Studies 2012-2013: "8/31 email request for more materials (writing sample, research plan, teaching portfolio)."

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Also posted at Communication and Media Studies 2012-2013 and Film Studies 2013

York University (Toronto) - Department of Humanities, Critical Digital Studies - OFFER ACCEPTED[]

The Department of Humanities invites applications for a position in critical digital theory at the rank of Assistant Professor, effective July 1, 2013. Applicants are required to hold a PhD in a relevant area of the humanities and have an active, interdisciplinary research program in some aspect of digital culture and critical digital theory. Applicants are also required to demonstrate a commitment to excellence in interdisciplinary teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to several programs within the Department, including the General Education program and the Culture and Expression program. Applicants should be prepared to demonstrate how they could expand the curriculum, particularly in upper-level undergraduate courses. The successful candidate must be suitable for prompt appointment to the Faculty of Graduate Studies.

Salaries will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. All York University positions are subject to budgetary approval.

York University is an Affirmative Action Employer. The Affirmative Action Program can be found on York's website at www.yorku.ca/acadjobs or a copy can be obtained by calling the affirmative action office at 416-736-5713. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority.

Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching and research interests, one sample of scholarly writing, and a teaching dossier including institutional teaching evaluations (where available), and arrange for three confidential letters of reference to be sent directly, by October 30, 2012, to Professor Martin Lockshin, Chair, Department of Humanities, 206 Vanier, Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies, York University, 4700 Keele St., Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M3J 1P3.

Acknowledgment received: Yes

Request for additional materials:

Rejection (no interview): 12/14 (snail mail), me too

Campus interview scheduled: 11/28

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Offer made:

Offer accepted: Yes/ Yes?

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  • recieved request for eligibility to work in Canada (12/11) [ditto, 2/11]

NON-Tenure Track PERMANENT Positions (incl. alt-ac)[]

British Library (London, UK) - Digital Curator[]

Digital Curator

Ref S&C00360

Location: London, St Pancras

Position Type: Permanent

Specialism: Curators, Conservation and Reading Room

Salary: £37,937 - £44,059

Hours: Full time

The research landscape is changing rapidly in the digital age, with scholars able to ask new types of questions and answer them in novel ways. As one of the British Library’s Digital Curators you will play a role in the exciting transformational steps that will change the way the Library provides access to its collections in digital form. You will also assist in the development of programmes to train staff in the opportunities for and practices of digital scholarship.

The work will involve tracking developments in digital scholarship, creating partnerships which can support the Library’s strategic objectives and encouraging, supporting and assisting curators to realise their vision for integrating digital content into a seamless research experience.

You will have a good understanding of digital scholarship, preferably gained from working in a research library, academic or other appropriate environment. You will have excellent information technology skills, including web-based skills and experience of the tools and technologies that support digital scholarship. Excellent Project Management, oral and written communication skills are also essential for this post.

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Aly Conteh, Head of Digital Research and Curator Team, ext. 7478

Closing date 26 November 2012.

Download a job description PN8502 Digital Curator (A) V.2.3.doc

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Computer History Museum (Silicon Valley) - Digital Archivist[]

The Computer History Museum, located in the heart of Silicon Valley, California, seeks an articulate, creative & "can-do" individual for the Digital Archivist position. The Museum's mission is to preserve and present for posterity the artifacts and stories of the information age. This unique and exciting institution is home to one of the largest collections of computer-related artifacts in the world. Backed by leaders and innovators of the computer industry, the Museum brings computing history to life through its speaker series, exhibitions, oral histories and website.

Position Summary 

The Digital Archivist is responsible for day to day management of the Museum's new digital repository. The Digital Archivist is responsible for the curation of born digital and digitized objects; playing a significant role in the accession, description and access to digital objects in the Museum's collection. The position requires an individual who is self-motivated and eager to learn and explore. The successful applicant will have a good base of understanding in a variety of technologies related to digital preservation and digital curation, and will keep abreast of new technical information and developments relating to the life cycle of digital objects.

Responsibilities

  • Develop workflows and procedures, and aid in policy revisions, for the digital repository 
  • Arrange, describe, preserve, and make accessible born-digital and digitized materials following archival practices
  • Help identify, evaluate, recommend, and implement appropriate hardware and software for digital preservation and digitization
  • Assist in planning and implementing digitization projects 
  • Assist in infrastructure development, planning and support for long-term access to the digital collection
  • Create reports and other documentation about Museum's digital object collection
  • Take an active role in the Museum's social media endeavors and promoting the digital collection
  • Support Museum special events as needed
  • Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications, Attributes and Skills

  • Masters in Library Science, Museum Studies or Bachelor's in Computer Science 
  • Two or more years professional experience working with digital objects in an archive, library, historical society or museum
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Knowledge of administrative, technical, structural and descriptive metadata standards such as Premis, EAD, METS, and MODS 
  • Experience working on the management and preservation of digital objects
  • Expertise with relational databases and/or content management systems
  • Skill in coordinating resources and establishing priorities
  • Analytical problem-solving capabilities and technical knowledge
  • Knowledge of intellectual property issues
  • Detail-oriented and ability to be flexible
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications, Attributes and Skills

  • Basic IT skills including an understanding of networking, MySQL, and Ubuntu
  • Experience with Archivematica or related digital repository management system
  • Familiarity with the reading and reformatting of obsolete digital media
  • Experience providing reference services
  • Experience working with volunteers and interns

The Computer History Museum offers a competitive salary and benefits package including health, dental, vision and life insurance and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Please send resume, cover letter and contact information for three references to: collectionsjobs (at) computerhistory.org by December 11, 2012.

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Folger Shakespeare Library (DC) - Director of Digital Access[]

Status: Full-time

Posted: 11/14/12

Deadline: [Not specified]

Director of Digital Access

The Folger Shakespeare Library invites nominations and applications for the position of Director of Digital Access. Founded in 1932, the Folger is home to the world’s largest collection of Shakespeare-related materials and the finest collection of early Continental and British printed works outside England. It offers an expansive range of scholarly, cultural, and educational outreach programs that inform, enrich, and entertain more than 100,000 individuals each year. With an endowment significantly above $200 million, the Library is administered by a Board of Governors under the auspices of Amherst College, founder Henry Clay Folger’s alma mater.

The Director of the Library seeks a dynamic individual to serve in the newly-created position of Director of Digital Access. This leadership position will work with other senior staff to expand the library’s existing digital outreach, create meaningful access to Folger expertise, and develop an infrastructure that will establish the Folger’s reputation as a center for the digital humanities.

The successful applicant will have an advanced degree and a record of accomplishment in online humanities scholarship and outreach. He/she must have experience in management and supervision, familiarity with application development and other emerging technologies, and a strong grasp of trends in humanities scholarship. He/she should also demonstrate a significant record of success in grant writing, community building, and an ability to collaborate with people from a variety of disciplines.

The Director of Digital Access will serve as a member of the Director’s senior leadership team and, in coordination with the Director, will be responsible for developing a strategy for the current and future library’s digital initiatives, which encompass all aspects of its operations. He/she works closely with the Director and other members of the leadership team to determine how digital assets at the Folger should be deployed to expand access for both scholarly and popular audiences.

The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, with excellent analytical, written, and oral communication and organizational proficiency. He/she will demonstrate a thorough understanding of the Folger’s unique role in the cultural and scholarly communities, and be responsive to the needs of the various components of the institution and its mission.

Competitive salary and generous benefits. The position is available on January 1, 2013.

Please send cover letter and c.v. to Folger Shakespeare Library, Attn: Karen Lyon., 201 E. Capitol St., SE, Washington, DC 20003-1004 or e-mail to klyon@folger.edu. Please visit our website at www.folger.edu. No phone calls please. EOE.

Email klyon@folger.edu to apply for this job.

Ad: http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/Director-of-Digital-Access/21355.cfm

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Also posted at Renaissance 2013

Institut de recherche et l'histoire des textes: Multiple positions[]

For more information: http://www.irht.cnrs.fr/actualites/equipex-biblissima-offres-demploi

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New Hampshire Historical Society - Digital Projects Manager[]

Digital Projects Manager

Position Summary: The New Hampshire Historical Society seeks a full-time digital projects manager to help lead the evolution of the Society’s digital collections and services and to take charge of a portfolio of digital initiatives, some under way and others ready to begin the planning stages. The position is planned to be in place for a period of three years, and may extend beyond that time.

The digital projects manager reports to the assistant executive director and will work closely with the collections stewardship, interpretation, and technology advisory teams to determine, plan, implement, and support the development of digital collections and web-based services. Team members include the Society’s staff (collections, interpretation, development, and administrative), current and former trustees, outside consultants and vendors, and colleagues from partnering institutions. Priority initiatives currently under way or ready to enter the planning stages include the conversion to an integrated collections management software (MINT), and the development of an online public access system for the MINT collections catalog; the establishment of an institution-wide digital assets management system; the creation of an online resource center to engage schools and local historical societies; and the development of an online collaborative portal to share digital images and transcriptions of the collected papers of U.S. President Franklin Pierce.

About the New Hampshire Historical Society: Founded in 1823, the New Hampshire Historical Society is the fifth-oldest historical society in the nation. It is the only institution devoted to saving, preserving, and sharing all aspects of New Hampshire’s history.

The Society’s mission is to educate a diverse public about the significance of New Hampshire’s past and its relationship to our lives today. In support of this mission the Society collects, preserves, and interprets materials pertaining to New Hampshire history. It is an independent nonprofit organization that receives no financial support from the state government.

The Society’s collections offer the most complete picture of the social, economic, political, and cultural history of over four centuries of life in New Hampshire. The collections include 31,000 objects, 50,000 bound volumes and pamphlets, 800,000 pages of 18th- and 19th-century newspapers, 500,000 pages of manuscripts, 15,000 ephemera items, 3,000 broadsides, 2,300 maps, and 200,000 photographs. The Society is located in Concord, the state’s capital city, and uses its collections and resources to serve thousands of adults and children each year through its research library, museum exhibitions, educational programs, and publications. Our school programs reach an average of 18,000 students annually, both on-site and in classrooms across the state. The Society publishes a semi-annual journal, Historical New Hampshire, and a variety of books for both general and specialized audiences.

The Society’s annual operating budget of about $2 million is supported by 4,000 members and donors; an endowment of approximately $12 million, and earned income. The Society recently launched a comprehensive campaign to raise a total of $10.7 million, including $9.2 million in capital funds, with the dual objectives of expanding access to our collections and resources, while strengthening our financial position in both operations and capitalization. The Society is governed by a representative citizen board of 22 trustees. The Society’s staff of 13 full- and 29 part-time employees is supplemented by 80 volunteers. The Society has been accredited by the American Association of Museums since 1986.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the process to complete the conversion to and full implementation of MINT, the Society’s new integrated library, archives, and museum collections management system.
  • Lead the planning, development, and implementation of institution-wide digital assets management strategies, policies, standards, and procedures that support the creation, discovery, access, management, storage, and preservation of the Society’s digital assets.
  • Evaluate and recommend ways to integrate on-site and online offerings that are sustainable and induce people to join and donate to the Society.
  • Lead the planning, development, and implementation of a redesign of the Society’s website (nhhistory.org), including a new online public access system for the Society’s MINT collections catalog.
  • Lead the technology-related planning for the development of an online collaborative portal to share digital images and transcriptions of the collected papers of U.S. President Franklin Pierce.
  • Lead the planning, development, and implementation of solutions to make PDFs of finding aids and the full run of Historical New Hampshireavailable on the Society’s website.
  • Participate in the planning, development, and implementation of a collaborative statewide online New Hampshire history resource center and digital repository.
  • Provide technical support and training to staff and volunteers for the Society’s collections, digital assets, and content management systems.
  • Assist in the planning, development, and implementation of on-site, online, and peripheral digital projects related to exhibitions and programmatic goals.
  • Conduct audience research and evaluate the effectiveness of web and digital media efforts through web analytics and other research tools.
  • Participate in long-term technology planning and the determination of new digital projects.
  • Stay current with best practices, standards, platforms, and tools for digital collections care and preservation.
  • Participate in fundraising for digital initiatives.
  • Participate in promoting the Society’s digital projects and initiatives.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree and three years experience developing and managing digital projects within a historical society, special collections library, or museum.
  • Broad understanding of library, archival, and museum collections management principles.
  • Experience working with digital library and museum collections systems, digital assets management systems, content management systems, and related technologies.
  • Experience with best practices, standards, platforms, and tools for digital collections care and preservation, including digital creation, metadata, discovery, access, management, storage, and preservation.
  • Commitment to the design of technology systems focused on the user experience.
  • Experience with website development and website analytics.
  • Experience managing projects to successful conclusions in a shared decision-making environment.
  • Ability to communicate effectively about technology projects to both technical and non-technical people.
  • Energetic, hands-on, friendly, and flexible.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in library and information science or equivalent.
  • Familiarity with MINT collections management software.
  • Previous work experience at a historical society or institution with both museum and special collections.
  • Interest in and knowledge of U.S. history.
  • Familiarity with New England history and culture.

Application Process: The New Hampshire Historical Society is an equal opportunity employer. Review of applications will begin immediately and the position will remain open until filled. To apply, please send cover letter, including salary expectations, and resume in PDF, to Joan Desmarais, Assistant Executive Director, atjdesmarais@nhhistory.org. Subject line of the e-mail should read: Digital Projects Manager Application [your last name].

PDF Version of Position Description

Job ad: http://www.nhhistory.org/employment_digital_projects.html

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Saint Louis University (Center for Digital Theology)- Senior Web Developer[]

The Center for Digital Theology, a research unit in the Department of Theological Studies of Saint Louis University, seeks to hire a Senior Web Developer. This successful candidate will be part of a team who design web-based applications that support advanced research in the humanities. Reporting to the Center’s Director, the Senior Developer will be responsible for backend development including database design and management as well as system architecture. The developer will be responsible for ensuring all applications meet W3C standards for interoperability. Part of the position’s tasks includes acting as a liaison concerning technical operations for partnering institutions.

The Center seeks a creative and self-motivated developer who will take the initiative in system design and implementation. S/He will have strong communication skill, possess the ability to work in a team, and work according to set deadlines. S/He will work within an agile development method, participate in debugging and work closely with use case testers and contracting clients.

The successful candidate will have a minimum 2 years in software development with Java. S/He will also have some experience with JavaScript. Knowledge of other coding languages (Ruby, Python, etc.) would also be an asset.

The salary range is $42,600-$64,000 and will be based on qualifications and experience. This position comes with a full range of benefits offered to full-time employees of Saint Louis University.

Applicants can learn more about the Center at its website and see its most recent project at www.t-pen.org

Apply online at jobs.slu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=65031

Circulated on the Humanist Listserv.

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Stanford University - Academic Technology Specialist for Dept. of English - CAMPUS INTERVIEWS HELD[]

An Academic Technology Specialist (ATS) at Stanford collaborates with faculty and staff to provide leadership in the uses of information technology for education and research. The ideal candidate for an ATS position will have a record of innovation and creativity in making technology accessible, understandable, and appealing to an academic audience and demonstrated leadership and resourcefulness in identifying and integrating technological solutions to pedagogical needs. The ATS Program is part of Academic Computing Services, a division of Stanford Libraries.

The ATS for the Department of English will focus on implementing online courses featuring multiple faculty members and covering the history of English and American literature. The Department’s ultimate goal is to make Stanford English an intellectual hub for online reference tools and courses in English and American literature.

Qualifications: -advanced degree in the humanities, with a focus on literature; -excellent teaching, communication, and interpersonal skills; -ability to plan, formulate and manage online courses; -experience in academic computing, humanities course content pedagogy, online delivery technologies, scripting, relational databases, content management systems, web site development.

For more information and to apply, search for job #50014 at http://stanfordcareers.stanford.edu

https://secure.interfolio.com/apply/19799

MLA JIL 10/26/12

Deadline: 11/30/2012

Acknowledgment received:

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Rejection (after campus interview): x1

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  • The pool for this position seemed quite small--would love to hear who snagged it!

University of California at Berkeley - Campus Online Education Coordinator[]

University of California, Berkeley: Campus Online Education Coordinator #14582

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: October 3, 2012

Departmental Overview: The goal of the Berkeley Resource Center for Online Education (BRCOE) is to coordinate UC Berkeley’s online education efforts, ensuring that these efforts remain consistent with the campus’s academic enterprise, administrative resources, financial structure, and reputation. Under the guidance of its Executive Director, BRCOE is charged with developing a detailed strategic framework for the campus, overseeing the development of shared resources, disseminating best practices, creating an administrative infrastructure that provides consistent financial and legal expertise, and consulting with relevant campus groups. The Executive Director works in partnership with the academic director for the BRCOE and under the guidance of the Steering Committee for Online Education (SCOE) led by the Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost and Vice Chancellor-Administration & Finance and composed of several Deans, a Vice Provost, and the Academic Senate Chair.

Responsibilities: This new, contract position will work under the guidance of the Executive Director of the Berkeley Resource Center for Online Education to assist in identifying and guiding the development of the organizational and operational resources necessary for Berkeley to successfully develop online offerings consistent with the University’s principle’s for online education; including:

• A commitment to access and excellence

• A focus on improving teaching quality

• Learning through experimentation

•Improving long-term financial sustainability

•A focus high demand certificate and degree programs, undergraduate gateway and hybrid courses that increase capacity and enrich on-campus learning, “public good” courses offered to the broader community, and the development and sale of online educational content.

Under the guidance of the Executive Director, the incumbent will work collaboratively with academic departments, central campus offices, and campus leadership to:

•Assist in defining and clarifying campus-level online strategy and priorities,

•Research, frame, and assist in the development of recommendations on key strategic, organizational and operational questions,

•Gather information on current and emerging internal and external developments in the online space

•Assist in development of implementation plans as needed to implement campus strategy and department specific Online Education Initiatives, and

•Facilitate development of department specific online offerings.

Additional key responsibilities include:

Provides expert support to Executive Director and Berkeley Resource Center for Online Education. Supports Executive Director in serving as the campus expert on online education: providing guidance, education, and policy development expertise to campus leadership. Provides expert support to Executive Director and works to:

•Participate in organizational, strategic planning and policy-making committees as appropriate.

• Anticipate future needs, challenges and opportunities and oversees market research and feasibility studies for new educational initiatives and self-supporting professional master’s degree programs.

•Recommend sustainable and scalable business models for generating new streams of revenue, including innovative continuing, professional, self-supporting, and undergraduate education programs.

•Ensure a close productive relationship by working in a highly effective and collaborative manner across the UC Berkeley campus and at all levels of the organization.

•Develop appropriate external alliances within and outside of the UC system to further departmental and organizational goals.

•Analyze, predict and advise constituencies regarding direction in the absence of clear external and internal practices.

•Collaborate and partner across the university at all organizational levels with a variety of academic colleges, schools, and departments; ladder-rank and adjunct faculty/instructors; academic deans/chairs/directors; administrative directors/CFOs; and technical and administrative staff to achieve programmatic goals.

• Develop infrastructure to leverage “best practices in online education” across campus

Under guidance of Executive Director, provides expert analysis of emerging strategic and operational issues.

•Assist departments in analysis of current educational needs, market research, and program development and delivery strategies.

•Develop survey of current and emerging internal and external initiatives.

•Conduct staffing needs assessment for implementing and scaling online programs.

•Research, document and share “best practices in online education.”

•Serve as key organizational analytical resource on cutting edge distance learning trends and advances in online learning

Conducts policy analysis

Identifies policy issues of importance to the Campus which frequently cross organizational lines and require research of state and national organizations; develops appropriate analytical and procedural framework for addressing the issues on the Campus. Recommends new policies and procedures as necessary.

Required Qualifications

•Demonstrated entrepreneurial mind-set with a track record of building and operating businesses in a non-profit education setting.

•Expert strategic thinking and analytical/problem solving skills

•Ability to coordinate large, complex efforts and to communicate effectively the status of projects to all stakeholders.

•Facility with financial models

•Demonstrated capacity to operate effectively within a complex university environment.

•Excellent interpersonal skills and experience in creating, building and sustaining organizational relations.

•Expert level knowledge of current trends in educational technology related to on-line and distance learning desired.

•Excellent written and oral communication skills.

•Advanced skills in all levels of project management.

•Ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes.

•Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.

Education/Training:

•Bachelor's degree required

•Advance degree in related area preferred

Salary & Benefits: Salary is commensurate with experience. This is an 18-month contract position.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: http://atyourservice.ucop.edu/forms_pubs/misc/benefits_of_belonging.pdf

How to Apply: Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single attachment when applying.

Criminal Background Check: This position has been designated as sensitive and may require a Criminal Background Check. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of a Criminal Background Check.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Job ad: http://hastac.org/opportunities/job-uc-berkeley-campus-online-education-coordinator

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University of Michigan: Assistant Director, Institute for the Humanities (DH desired)[]

Assistant Director, Programming

How to Apply: A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. Applications without this information and a cover letter will not be reviewed.

Job Summary: The Assistant Director will work closely with the Director of the Institute for the Humanities (HI) on the development of projects, initiatives and programs related to interdisciplinary humanities projects with an emphasis on digital humanities.

Responsibilities

PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT AND SUPPORT
Work with the Director and Key Administrator as part of a strategic team to determine future directions and projects for the Institute with a focus on imagining, planning and providing programmatic support to new initiatives and programs under HI sponsorship. Work with the HI Director to build connections between UM and CIC universities through shared programmatic opportunities, exchanges, and other forms of cooperative projects. Collaborate with and provide support for units across campus in order to foster the development of digital humanities. Work closely with HI staff to coordinate and provide support to programming activities of the Humanities Institute. UNDERGRADUATE INITIATIVES
Develop and manage a set of undergraduate internships. Develop and maintain connections to other LSA student engagement programs. Work with other humanities units to develop undergraduate initiatives. Develop and implement a strategy for encouraging undergraduate students to participate in HI programs and opportunities. Initiate and strengthen connections with the LSA Honors program. OTHER/MISC
-Investigate possible funding sources from granting agencies for future projects. Coordinate and write grant proposals as appropriate. 
-Work closely with LSA Development providing pogrammatic support for fundraising initiatives and programs within the Institute.
-Coordinate work efforts of HI staff relating to unit programming in support of the initiatives outlined above including publicity, event planning and coordination, and program evaluation.

Required Qualifications

The successful candidate will have three to five years of progressive experience managing projects and programs in a University setting; an advanced degree (M.A. or equivalent) in the humanities and/or information sciences with significant years of directly related experience in the humanities; excellent written and verbal communication skills; the ability to work with a diverse group of faculty and staff, across disciplines and at various levels of the University; project coordination and management experience; experience in grant writing and communicating with funding agencies; the ability to work independently while exercising sound judgement and decision making skills; demonstrated trouble shooting and problem solving skills; the ability to multitask; excellent computing skills including MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and Google (mail, calendar, docs, sites); some staff coordination and/or supervisory experience.

Desired Qualifications

Experience and expertise in some aspect of digital humanities (DH) work; knowledge of scholarly and pedagogical currents in DH work, including digital communication. The ability to network, form relationships and collaborate with faculty and staff across the University is critical. The ideal candidate has the ability to think outside the box with the ability to think creatively and imaginatively about the programmatic possibilities and directions for the Institute with a practical ability to understand the details behind implementing those ideas. Experience working with and on an undergraduate curriculum. A strong preference for a candidate with a PhD in the humanities and/or information sciences.

Additional Information

The posting for this position may be removed at any time after the one week required posting timeline. The target salary range for this position is $52,000-$60,000. The actual salary offered may be higher based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.  The position may increase to 100% during the academic year depending on programmatic need to be evaluated at the end of the 12-13 academic year. If the position increases to 100% during the academic year it will remain at 80% during the summer months of mid-May to mid-August. This position is term limited through June 30, 2017. The position may be extended depending on programmatic need and extended budgetary support.

U-M EEO/AA Statement: The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Acknowledgment received:

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University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee -Deputy Director of Century for 21st Studies[]

C21 seeks applicants for the full-time academic staff position of Administrative Program Manager II (Deputy Director). In collaboration with and under the general supervision of the Director of C21, the Deputy Director is responsible for planning and implementing seminars, lectures, and international conferences; coordinating overall communications and outreach strategy; assisting with planning and implementing external development campaign; working with the director to develop and implement strategies to expand and promote humanities and campus-wide transdisciplinary research collaborations; and leading and overseeing the day-to-day activities of the Center. 

Minimum qualifications

  • a graduate degree in the humanities, arts, or social sciences, or related field
  • broad knowledge of 21st century studies in the humanities, arts, and social sciences
  • demonstrated communication and organizational ability
  • excellent writing skills

Preferred qualifications

  • a PhD in the humanities, arts, or social sciences, or related field
  • familiarity with recent developments in digital humanities
  • administrative or supervisory experience
  • experience with at least one of the following: graphic design, web design, or social media
  • experience with grant application and management
  • budgetary experience

For further details, and instructions on applying, please consult this ADMIN PRG MANAGER II (Deputy Director) job description on the UWM Employment page. This recruitment will continue until a final candidate is selected. Review of applications will begin on April 13, 2013

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VISITING POSITIONS / POSTDOCS / Limited Term Appointments[]

Brandeis University - Florence Levy Kay Fellowship in Film and the Digital Humanities - CAMPUS INTERVIEW SCHEDULED[]

from the MLA JIL

Interfolio link: https://secure.interfolio.com/apply/15167

Florence Levy Kay Fellowship in Film and the Digital Humanities

Brandeis University invites applications for a two-year, non-renewable Florence Levy Kay Fellowship in Film and the Digital Humanities, beginning Fall 2013. This interdisciplinary appointment will be shared between the Department of English and Film, Television and Interactive Media. The Fellow, who will be appointed as a faculty member at the rank of lecturer, will actively pursue his or her own research interests and teach one course per semester. Ph.D. must be in hand by September 2013. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in film and any of the following fields as they relate to the digital humanities: (i) the history of consciousness; (ii) print culture and the history of the book; (iii) globalization; (iv) the construction of class, racial, sexual, and gender identities.

The position, which is benefits eligible, has a salary of $55,903 for the 2013-14 academic year and includes a research fund of $4000/year.

Applications will be accepted electronically through Interfolio at the above link. Please include letter of interest addressed to Paul Morrison, Search Chair, CV, brief description of research project, and three letters of recommendation. Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community, and strongly encourages applications from women and minority candidates.

Applications must be received by Thursday, November 1, 2012.

Acknowledgment received:

Request for Additional Materials: 11/29 request for writing sample (x3)

Rejection Letter:

Preliminary interview scheduled (MLA, phone, Skype ...):

  • from Postdocs page: "MLA Interview scheduled by phone (12/17)"

Campus interview scheduled:

  • Invitation for Campus Visit received by email (1/27) [from Postdocs page]

Offer made:

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Also posted at Humanities and Social Sciences Postdocs 2012-13

Brown University - Postdoctoral Research Associate in Public Humanities (including digital public humanities)[]

The John Nicholas Brown Center for Public Humanities and Cultural Heritage at Brown University invites applications for a postdoctoral research associate in public humanities for the academic year 2013-14. While the nature of an applicant’s specific interests and areas of expertise are left open, these should be complementary to the present makeup of the Center. Areas of interest: documentary studies, community memory, digital public humanities, cultural heritage, cultural policy, informal education, public art, and historic preservation. More information about the Center can be found here: http://www.brown.edu/academics/public-humanities/

Applicants must normally have received their Ph.D. from an institution other than Brown within the last five years and have expertise and experience working in the public humanities, and an interest in working with students in an interdisciplinary and public context. In addition to pursuing his or her own projects, the successful candidate will be expected to teach one course per semester, and participate actively in the ongoing development of the Center, via organization of reading or working groups or community projects that extend or develop new university-community connections. This will be a one-year position, beginning August 1, or August 15, 2013, with possibility of extension to a second year. Annual (12 month) salary is $45,000 plus benefits.

For full consideration, candidates should submit a cv, 2-3 page statement of interests, two confidential letters of reference and potential syllabus via https://secure.interfolio.com/apply/21656 no later than June 15, 2013. The search will remain open until the position is closed or filled.

Brown is an EEO/AA employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.

Deadline: June 15

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Also posted at Humanities and Social Sciences Postdocs 2012-13

Case Western Reserve - Digital Humanities Postdoctoral Scholar, Baker-Nord Center for the Humanities[]

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION: The Baker-Nord Center for the Humanities, in partnership with the Office of the Provost, announces a postdoctoral fellowship for the academic year 2013-2014 in the area of digital humanities. This position is in association with the Culture, Creativity, and Design Project and the Baker-Nord Center for the Humanities' DH Initiatives.

This is a one-year fellowship sponsored by the Provost's Office. The position will begin in July 2013 and may be renewable for up to two additional years at the discretion of the Center, the College, and the University Provost.

GENERAL DUTIES: A Postdoctoral Scholar supports programs in a specialized discipline by participating in an academic community, conducting research, and teaching. This is a non-tenure track position of limited duration.

APPOINTMENT: This full-time, 12-month post will be located with the Baker-Nord Center for the Humanities in the College of Arts and Sciences at Case Western Reserve University. The post is funded as part of the Culture, Creativity, and Design Initiative, offered through the Office of the Provost. The post can be renewed annually for up to two additional years at the discretion of the Center, the College, and the University Provost.

The position includes a competitive salary, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and additional funding for professional development resources, including conference travel. Applicants should be eligible for employment in the United States.

STARTING DATE: 1 July 2013 or as soon as possible thereafter.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: To apply, please send a letter of application, a current CV, links to online projects and portfolios, a description of the applicant's research program in digital humanities and/or computational methods (no more than 3 single-spaced pages), and letters of reference from three professional references to: bakernord@case.edu with Digital Humanities Postdoctoral Scholar Search Committee in the subject line. Please submit all application materials electronically. The deadline for submitting applications is April 15, 2013. Submissions should be in PDF format and sent to: Maggie Kaminski
Administrative Director, 
Baker-Nord Center for the Humanities
Case Western Reserve University
10900 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio 44106-7120
(216) 368.2242
mcm5@case.edu

TASKS: Candidate will work with the Digital Humanities Manager for the Baker-Nord Center, on such initiatives as:

  • infrastructure development, including grant writing and working to advance ongoing Center initiatives;
  • curriculum development and classroom instruction;
  • individual research and digital projects development;
  • faculty instruction and project support; and
  • Center digital projects implementation and development.

MENTORSHIP': In keeping with Case Western Reserve University's policy for postdoctoral scholars, the candidate will engage in a mentorship program, to be developed in conjunction with and under the direction of the Associate Director for Digital Humanities for the Baker-Nord Center.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. degree in area(s) of expertise, or equivalent, and additional qualifications as noted below.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must have successfully earned their Ph.D. by the end of June 2013. The successful candidate will have:

  • Experience in working in interdisciplinary humanities environments;
  • Familiarity with the most recent work in the digital humanities;
  • A proven record of grant writing and project management skills;
  • Familiarity with the research process and the application of digital tools and workflows to the research process;
  • Experience with curriculum development, ideally with the subject knowledge to seamlessly blend advanced technologies into the classroom as part of a digital humanities-based class;
  • Experience teaching multidisciplinary, digital scholarship at the master's or doctoral level is highly desired; and
  • Experience with some or all of the following is highly preferred: Wordpress, Omeka, Zotero, Oracle Apex; data visualization tools and methods; programming (PHP, XML/XSLT, Python, Ruby, etc.); text-mining tools and methods; text-encoding and markup; and GIS tools and methods.

Deadline: April 15

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CENDARI Visiting Research Fellowships[]

Call for 2013 Fellows: CENDARI (Collaborative European Digital Archive Infrastructure) invites applications for its Visiting Research Fellowship Programme for 2013. ? The fellowships are being funded through the CENDARI project by the European Union's Seventh Framework Programme for Research.

Visiting Research Fellowships are available in the following CENDARI partner institutions:

  • Trinity College Dublin, Ireland
  • King's College London, UK
  • National Library of the Czech Republic, Czech Republic
  • University of Goettingen, Germany
  • University of Stuttgart and Bibliothek fuer Zeitgeschichte, Germany

Two Fellowships in each institution will be awarded, on a competitive basis. These fellowships, which include a stipend for living expenses and travel to and from the host institution, will provide researchers with access to nationally and internationally significant archival collections and specialist knowledge in the two broad thematic areas piloted by CENDARI:

  • The First World War
  • Medieval European Culture

For more information and to download the information and application form, please go to: http://www.cendari.eu/visiting-research-fellowships-2013 . The closing date for receipt of applications is 12th December 2012. All applications should be sent by email toinfo@cendari.eu, info@cendari.eu with the title "CENDARI Fellowship 2013" in the email title line.

The CENDARI project is funded by the EU's Seventh Framework Programme for Research

Catherine O'Brien, CENDARI Communications Officer, Long Room Hub, Trinity College Dublin, Ireland +353 (0)1 896 2274 www.cendari.eu

www.tcd.ie/longroomhub

As posted on the Humanist listserv

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Cornell University - Mellon Postdoc in Comparative Media Studies[]

from the MLA JIL

Mellon Postdoctoral Fellow in Comparative Media Studies

With the sponsorship of the Society for the Humanities, the Department of Comparative Literature seeks a two-year Mellon Postdoctoral Fellow whose main area of expertise is in Comparative Media Studies. We are particularly interested in candidates who attend creatively to the intersection of old and new media and who work across languages in a transnational and comparative framework. Possible areas of emphasis include: emerging modes of textuality and reading, theory, screen arts, sound, digital and analogue inter-faces, the electronic arts and public memory, the history of the book, network theory, critical game studies, biomedia, virtuality and embodiment, inter-activity and the haptic, and the boundary between the human and the machine.

The successful candidate will teach one upper-level and one general-interest undergraduate course suited to his/her expertise each year.

Eligibility Requirements: Applicants for the Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship for the 2013/14-2014/15 academic years must have received the Ph.D. degree after September 2007. Mellon Fellowships are no longer restricted to citizens of the US and Canada: international applicants are welcome to apply. Applicants who will have received the Ph.D. degree by June 30, 2013, are eligible to apply. Applicants who do not have the Ph.D. in hand at the time of application must include a letter from the committee chair or department stating that the Ph.D. degree will be conferred before the term of the fellowship begins.

Applicants should submit the following materials for consideration by January 7, 2013: 1. cover letter 
2. curriculum vitae 
3. detailed statement of research interests 
4. writing sample 
5. proposals for the courses the Mellon Fellow will teach while in residence at Cornell University
 6. three letters of recommendation

Applications should be sent to: Megan Dirks, Program Administrator, Society for the Humanities, Cornell University, 27 East Avenue, Ithaca, NY 14853.

Acknowledgment received: 01/13

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Also posted at Humanities and Social Sciences Postdocs 2012-13

Dickinson College - Postdoctoral Fellow in Digital Humanities[]

With generous support from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, Dickinson College invites applications for a postdoctoral fellowship in Digital Humanities in the academic year 2013-14, with the potential for an additional year of support. The Fellow will work as a catalyst for faculty innovation by planning, promoting, and implementing strategies to encourage faculty discourse about pedagogy, e-learning tools, and the integration of digital media into teaching and scholarship. The postdoctoral fellowship is an academic appointment reporting to the Dean of the College through the faculty chair of the Digital Humanities Advisory Committee, but the Fellow will be housed alongside the Academic Technology staff in the Library and Information Services division. The Fellow will a) teach one or two courses each year within his or her area of academic specialty; b) guide and participate in workshops for arts, humanities, and humanistic social science faculty regarding disciplinary use of digital tools for curricular and research purposes; and c) work with LIS staff to train students to use digital tools and technologies in order to prepare them for significant student-faculty research collaborations. The Fellow will be eligible for internal grants for pedagogical innovation, as well as standard faculty support for travel and professional development. The salary will be $50,000 plus benefits. Dickinson College is a private, highly selective, liberal arts college located within two hours of major research institutions and metropolitan areas.

The Fellow must normally have received the PhD by July 1, 2013, and within the last three years, and not have held a tenure-track position. Candidates should be conducting research that requires demonstrated expertise in the use of Digital Humanities in their scholarly field.

Review of applications will begin on March 8, 2013, and will continue until the position is filled. Please apply to http://jobs.dickinson.edu with a letter of interest and CV that includes the names and contact information of three references. Questions may be directed to Christopher Francese, chair of the Digital Humanities Advisory Committee, francese@dickinson.edu.

The College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, administrative staff, and student body. We encourage applications from all qualified persons.

MLA JIL 2/15/13

Deadline: March 8

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Also posted at Humanities and Social Sciences Postdocs 2012-13

Five Colleges of Ohio - Mellon Digital Scholar[]

The Libraries at the Five Colleges of Ohio invite applications for the position of Mellon Digital Scholar. The Digital Scholar will support the Ohio Five Libraries' transition to digital scholarship and continue the process of integrating digital collections into the curriculum and faculty research agendas. Funded by a grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the position is a full-time, three-year, limited term appointment reporting to the grant's Program Director. 

The successful candidate will 

  • Foster the conceptualization, design, development, and assessment of scholarly digital projects; 
  • Serve as a liaison to faculty, educating them about the wide range of options offered by the libraries and collaborating with them on the use of digital collections and projects in the curriculum; 
  • Train and coordinate training opportunities for library staff to increase their understanding and awareness of the emerging field of digital scholarship; 
  • Engage faculty and students, as appropriate, in collaborative scholarship and the creation of knowledge using digital collections and emerging analytical tools; 
  • Analyze digital collections, data, or research processes; 
  • Advance collaboration with other liberal arts digital scholarship work, including efforts to expand undergraduate research presentation opportunities at venues such as Re: Humanities; 
  • Work closely with consortial library committees in carrying out the goals of the grant; 
  • Be based at one of the Ohio Five colleges, but travel to consortial sites, ensuring that all five campuses receive the support they need and facilitating steady progress at each; and 
  • Perform other duties as required.  

Minimum Qualifications:The successful candidate must hold a graduate degree in a liberal arts discipline. We seek applicants who will bring both a demonstrated effectiveness in a training or teaching environment and a sophisticated understanding of digital projects, metadata standards, digital publishing, and scholarly communications. Familiarity with digital repositories. Conversant with a variety of digital methodologies, such as text-mining, geographic information systems, data visualization, or other modes of digital scholarship. Experience creating effective digital projects and a history of successful experiences working with students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds and with various levels of technical expertise. Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, presentation, project management, and communication skills. Ability to work effectively across disciplines and with a variety of project stakeholders.  

Preferred Qualification: Additional MLS (MLIS) from an ALA- accredited program, Ph.D. in a liberal arts discipline, or a computer science/informatics advanced degree. Active involvement in academic communities related to digital scholarship, like CLIR or NITLE. Demonstrated experience with statistical analysis tools; data visualization tools and methods; relational databases; server-side web-development; the digital humanities; or UNIX/Linux. Familiarity with programming languages, such as Java, Perl, or PHP. Experience with text processing, including XML, XSL, and/or XSLT. Relevant experience working in libraries or higher education.  

Application Instructions: The Five Colleges of Ohio consortium (The College of Wooster, Denison University, Kenyon College, Oberlin College, and Ohio Wesleyan University) was founded in 1995 to foster closer cooperation and understanding, coordinate operating functions and administrative services, develop collaborative academic programs and resource sharing, and enhance quality while reducing individual and collective operating and capital costs. The consortial libraries have a long history of collaboration through grant programs totaling over $2,500,000.00 and the establishment of the four-college CONSORT library system. For more information, go to http://www.ohio5.org/

As part of the application process, you will need to provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae or résumé, and contact information (name, mailing address, email address, and telephone number) for three references. Review of applications will begin on 1 May 2013 and continue until the position is filled. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Information about benefits and other employment policies can be found here: http://www.kenyon.edu/x19320.xml. Employment will be contingent upon a successful background check.  

Contact: Susan Palmer, Executive Director  Five College of Ohio, 740-427-5234, palmers@kenyon.edu

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Five Colleges Postdoctoral Fellowship in Digital Humanities[]

With generous support from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, Five Colleges, Incorporated invites applications for a two-year postdoctoral fellowship in Digital Humanities beginning in the academic year 2013-14.  The position will be based at one of the consortium’s associated institutions (Amherst, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith colleges and the University of Massachusetts Amherst). While the Ph.D. field and the eventual assigned department(s) are open, we especially seek candidates engaged in interdisciplinary work in the humanities who bring to their research and teaching the theoretical, methodological, and technical practice of digital technologies. Along with fluency in the intellectual and theoretical challenges posed by the emerging field of digital humanities, we expect candidates to have experience in computational approaches to interpretation, whether the interpretive focus rests on performances, architectural or urban settings, texts, images, and/or other artifacts. Expertise could be in geographic information systems, visualization, text-mining or other modes of computer or internet-based work, as well as new modes of presenting work in electronic formats.

This position is part of a Five College initiative to support exceptionally promising young scholars, offering an opportunity to pursue teaching and research for two years. The fellow will teach two undergraduate courses each year, one each semester. (There will be a home institution and one other campus where teaching will occur, both to be determined such that the successful candidate’s field of specialization can be best supported with mentors.) Because this post-doctoral program is designed to provide the fellow with valuable teaching experience and time to complete and publish research prior to seeking a full-time tenure-track position, the fellow will also be expected to pursue an independent research program vigorously.

The fellow will fully participate in one of the nation’s most vibrant academic collaborations, with support from colleagues and library and research facilities at all five campuses, each located within 20 minutes drive of the others. The fellow will be paired with research and teaching mentors in closely related fields and will be an active participant in the Five College Digital Humanities Project (https://www.fivecolleges.edu/dh) with the opportunity to collaborate with scholars engaged with the Digital Humanities Initiative at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.

This postdoctoral fellowship is a full-time salaried appointment ($50,000) with excellent benefits and $5,000 in research support each year. It is open only to recent Ph.D. recipients; the fellow must have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. by September 2013 and no earlier than June 2010.

Review of applications will begin January 30, 2013, and continue until the position is filled.

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Harvard University - Berkman Center for Internet & Society: 2013-2014 Fellowship[]

The Berkman Center for Internet & Society at Harvard University has opened our yearly call for fellowship applications. This opportunity is for those who wish to spend the 2013-2014 academic year in residence in Cambridge, MA as part of Berkman's community of pioneers, and who seek to deeply engage in the collaborative, cross-disciplinary, and cross-sectoral exploration of some of the Internet's most interesting, challenging, and compelling issues.

We invite applications from those who are working on issues related to Internet and society who are familiar with the work of the Berkman Center as well as those who are not; those studying issues that overlap with ongoing Berkman interests and those who will expose us to new opportunities and approaches; scholars, practitioners, innovators, and others committed to understanding and advancing the public interest; those who come from and have interest in countries industrialized or developing; and people just beginning their work, in the midst of it, or eager to reflect upon it. Through this annual open call, we seek to advance our work and give it new direction, and to deepen and broaden our community. We welcome you to read more about the program below, and to consider joining us as a fellow!

About Berkman’s Fellowship Program

The Berkman Center's mission is to explore and understand cyberspace; to study its development, dynamics, norms, and standards; and to assess the need or lack thereof for laws and sanctions.

We are a research center, premised on the observation that what we seek to learn is not already recorded. Our method is to build out into cyberspace, record data as we go, self-study, and share. Our mode is entrepreneurial nonprofit.

Inspired by our mission statement, the Berkman Center’s fellowship program provides the opportunity for some of the world’s most innovative thinkers and changemakers to hone and share ideas, find camaraderie, and spawn new initiatives. The program aims to encourage and support fellows in an inviting and rigorous intellectual environment, with community activities designed to foster inquiry and to identify and expose the common threads across fellows’ individual activities.

Fellows actively participate in exchanges through a weekly fellows hour, fellows-run working groups, and a wide-range of Berkman Center events and interactions. While engaging in both substance and process, much of what makes the fellowship program rewarding is created each year by the fellows themselves to address their own interests and priorities. These entrepreneurial, collaborative ventures – ranging from goal-oriented to experimental, from rigorous to humorous – are what ensure the dynamism of the fellows, the fellowship program, and the Berkman community.

Additionally, with Berkman faculty, students, staff, and other affiliates, fellows help to develop and advance their own work and Berkman Center projects, and they learn and teach through courses, hacking and development sessions, cultural productions, and other diverse gatherings.

Fellows are essential to the Berkman Center as nodes of intelligence, insight, energy, and knowledge-sharing. From their diverse backgrounds and wide-ranging physical and virtual travels, Berkman Center fellows bring fresh ideas, skills, passion, and connections to the Center, and from their time spent in Cambridge help build and extend new perspectives and initiatives out into the world.

About Berkman Fellowships

An appointment that defies one-size-fits-all description, each Berkman fellowship carries a unique set of opportunities, responsibilities and expectations. All fellows engage issues related to the fairly limitless expanse of Internet & society issues, and are committed to the intellectual life of the Center and fellowship program activities. Some fellows work as researchers directly on Berkman Center projects. Other fellowships consist of independent work, such as the research and writing of a manuscript or series of papers, the vision and planning of an action-oriented meeting, or the development and implementation of an initiative or a study on issues related to the Berkman Center’s areas of inquiry.

Fellowship terms typically run the course of the academic year, roughly from the beginning of September through the end of May. In some instances, fellows are re-appointed for consecutive fellowship terms.

While we embrace our many virtual connections, spending time together in person remains essential. In order to maximize their engagement with the community, during their fellowship terms fellows are expected to routinely spend time in and conduct much of their work from Cambridge, in most cases requiring residency. Tuesdays hold particular importance as it is the day the fellows community meets for a weekly fellows hour, in addition to it being the day Berkman hosts our public luncheon series; as such, we ask that fellows commit to spending as many Tuesdays at the Center as is possible.

Qualifications

While fellowships are extremely competitive and our standards are accordingly high, we do not have a defined set of requirements for the fellows we select through our open call; we welcome applications from a wildly diverse pool of individuals.

Fellows come from across the disciplinary spectrum, different life paths, and are at all stages of career development. Some fellows are academics, whether students, post-docs or professors. Others come from outside academia, and include lawyers, philosophers, activists, technologists, entrepreneurs, journalists and other types of practitioners.

The commonality between all Berkman fellows is an interest in the intersections of the Internet and related emergent technologies, social change, and policy and regulatory change, and a commitment to spending their fellowship exploring those dynamics in concert with others.

To learn more about the work and interests of our current community of fellows, you can read their bios and find links to their outstanding work at http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/people/fellows, read their blogs athttp://cyber.law.harvard.edu/planet/current/, and find them on the twittersphere in our list of Berkman community members at https://twitter.com/i/#!/berkmancenter/current-people-projects.

Commitment to Diversity

The work and well-being of the Berkman Center for Internet & Society are strengthened profoundly by the diversity of our network and our differences in background, culture, experience, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, and much more. We actively seek and welcome applications from people of color, women, the LGBTQ community, and persons with disabilities, as well as applications from researchers and practitioners from across the spectrum of disciplines and methods. The roots of this deep commitment are many and, appropriately, diverse. We are not nearly far enough along in this regard, and we may never be. It is a constant process in which there remains much to learn. We welcome your inquiries, comments and ideas on how we may continue to improve.

Stipends, Benefits, and Access to University Resources

Stipends: Fellowships awarded through the open call for applications are rarely stipended. Some fellows receive partial stipends –the award of such a stipend is based on the nature of the responsibilities the applicant would assume while a fellow, and their relation, relevance, and application to Berkman’s funded projects. Most fellows receive no direct funding or stipend through the Berkman Center, but rather have obtained funding through other means, such as an outside grant or award, a home institution, or other forms of scholarship.

Benefits: Fringe benefits do not routinely accompany Berkman fellowships. Fellows must make their own housing, insurance, childcare, and transportation arrangements.

Office Space: Most Berkman fellows work out of the greater-Boston area and spend a significant amount of time at the Berkman Center. There are many desks and workspaces available for flexible use at the Berkman Center, though few fellows are given their own permanent desk or office. We endeavor to provide comfortable and productive spaces for fellows to work, even if it is not the same space each day. Fellows are welcome to host small meetings and gatherings at the Center and on the Harvard campus.

Access to University Resources: Fellows are allowed physical access into Langdell Library (the Harvard Law School Library), and fellows are able to acquire a Special Borrower Card for privileges with the Harvard College Libraries. At present, we do not routinely provide access to the University’s e-resources by way of individual logins, however the e-resources are accessible within the libraries. Fellows do not have the ability to purchase University health insurance, get Harvard housing, or purchase Harvard gym membership. Berkman fellows wishing to audit classes at Harvard University must ask permission directly from the professor of the desired class.

Additional Information about the Berkman Center

The Berkman Center for Internet & Society at Harvard University is a research program founded to explore cyberspace, share in its study, and help pioneer its development. Founded in 1997, through a generous gift from Jack N. and Lillian R. Berkman, the Center is home to an ever-growing community of faculty, fellows, staff, and affiliates working on projects that span the broad range of intersections between cyberspace, technology, and society. More information can be found athttp://cyber.law.harvard.edu.

Frequently Asked Questions

More information about fellows selection and the application process can be found on our Fellows Program FAQ athttp://cyber.law.harvard.edu/getinvolved/fellowships/faq.

Required Application Materials

1.) A current resume or CV.
2.) A personal statement which should a) frame your motivation for applying for a Berkman Center fellowship and b) outline the work you propose to conduct during a fellowship. This statement should be roughly 1,000 – 1,500 words or should be a multi-media equivalent.
3.) A copy of a recent publication or an example of your work that is related to Internet research and inquiry. If it is a written document, it should be on the order of a paper, chapter, or presentation - not an entire book or dissertation - and should be in English.
4.) Two letters of recommendation, sent directly from the reference.

In addition to the above materials, we will ask applicants to share some additional information in a form as part of the application.

1.) Disciplinary background: Up to three disciplines in which you have been trained and/or have worked.
2.) Tags: Five tags that describe or represent the themes, issues, or ideas you know about and on which you propose to conduct work during a fellowship at Berkman; and five tags that represent work, themes, issues, or ideas that you do not currently know much about, but would like to explore and learn more about during a fellowship year. Each tag should be one- to three- words or terms.
3.) Berkman projects of interest.

To Apply for a 2013-2014 Academic Year Fellowship Through Our Open Call

Applications will be submitted online through our Application Tracker at: https://cyber.law.harvard.edu/apply/jobs/7?apptracker_id=3.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the application deadline: January 6, 2013 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time.

Instructions for creating an account and submitting an application through the Application Tracker can be found at:http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/getinvolved/fellowships/opencall20132014/ap....

Note related to recommendation letters: Recommendation letters will be captured through the Application Tracker, so applicants will need to submit the names and contact information for references in advance of the application deadline. References will receive a link at which they can upload their letters. We recommend that applicants create their profiles and submit reference information in the Application Tracker as soon as they know they are going to apply and have identified their references - this step will not require other fellowship application materials to be submitted at the same time.

Link: http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/getinvolved/fellowships/opencall20132014

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HASTAC NSF EAGER Postdoc[]

Early-concept Grants for Exploratory Research (EAGER), Division of Cyberinfrastructure, National Science Foundation

Title: “Assessing the Impact of Technology-Aided Participation and Mentoring on Transformative Interdisciplinary Research: A Data-Based Study of the Incentives and Success of an Exemplar Academic Network”

Skills: Demonstrated experience with mathematical and visual social network analysis, quantitative and qualitative methods (including case study and ethnographic) for mapping collaborative networks, citation networks, professional networks, mentoring relationships, structural cohesion and integration within and across disciplines and institutions. Candidate must be able to participate in and generate dialogue with faculty and students about these issues and then test hypotheses using HASTAC’s data or gathering new data (survey, interviews, case study, ethnography).

Organizational assignment: The postdoctoral fellow will work in the PhD Lab in Digital Knowledge at Duke University or possibly in the Information Futures Project Space (under construction) and will be part of a multi-institutional, multi-disciplinary Technology-Aided Participation Advisory Board. The fellow will be expected to maintain a virtual presence on the HASTAC site, reporting on preliminary findings, posting white papers for peer-to-peer feedback from the HASTAC community, and working within HASTAC’s network structure to generate new ideas, problems, and questions to be addressed.

Position availability: Start date December 2012, or earliest availability; residency at Duke University highly desirable. In an exceptional case, fellow may reside virtually, with a telepresence accessible during business hours and a monthly residence (week long) for site-specific meetings, collaborations, and events.

Outcomes: In addition to working with the HASTAC team to produce a number of local and webcast events (seminars, webinars, conferences), the postdoctoral fellow will be expected to maintain a virtual presence on the www.hastac.org site, reporting on preliminary findings, posting white papers for peer-to-peer feedback from the HASTAC community, and working within HASTAC’s network structure to generate new ideas, problems, and questions to be addressed. The fellow will also be expected to present papers at scholarly conferences and to submit final work to refereed journals in social science, science studies, and other relevant fields.

Type of contract: 6 months to 1 year (with renewable second year possible based on performance)

Salary: $48,000-55,000 annually, prorated for months worked and commensurate with experience

Application deadline: 5pm EST, Friday, November 16, 2012

To apply: Please submit your letter of interest and CV to Mandy Dailey, Director of Administration, HASTAC and Temporary EAGER Program Manager atmandy.dailey@duke.edu by 5pm EST, Friday, November 16, 2012.

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King's College London - Research Developer, Digital Humanities[]

Job reference: R6/AAV/728/12-JM

The Department of Digital Humanities, King's College London is looking for a highly motivated and technically sophisticated individual to join the research and development team. The position will involve data modelling and analysis, and the design and development of both editorial and administrative tools, and public facing web applications, across three research projects in the department's portfolio.

The post is located in the Department of Digital Humanities. The Department is an international leader in the application of technology in research in the arts and humanities, and in the social sciences. It is in the School of Arts and Humanities, and undertakes research on a collaborative basis across discipline, institutional and national boundaries: it has collaborative relationships across King's College and with a large number of institutions and bodies in the UK and internationally.

The successful candidate for this position will have wide experience in modelling structured data and developing tools to search, query, retrieve and display them using relational databases, RDF, and related technologies; in designing, writing and modifying programs which facilitate content creation; and collaborating in the development of integrated interfaces for web publication.

Experience in creating and manipulating structured data with a range of RDB-related and web-delivery standards and technologies (SQL, SPARQL, Django/Python, Javascript/JQuery) is essential. Familiarity with ontologies, text processing techniques and standards-compliant XHTML and CSS is highly desirable, as is experience in the modelling of humanities data, especially that relating to manuscripts and documents.

In addition you will need to have an understanding of how research is conducted in the humanities and social sciences and you will be expected to make a contribution to the departmental research profile. The successful candidate will need to be able to work effectively as part of a team, as well as independently. The successful candidate should have good communication skills and the ability to document their work in clear written English.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 28th November 2012

Equality of opportunity is College policy.

The appointment will be made within the Grade 6 scale, currently £31,020 to £37,012 per annum plus £2,323 per annum London Allowance.

Fixed term contract for 1 year.

For an informal discussion of the post please contact Paul Vetch on 020 7848 1040 or via email at paul.vetch@kcl.ac.uk.

Further details and application packs are available on the College's website. All correspondence should clearly state the job title and reference number R6/AAV/728/12-JM. If you have any queries please contact your Recruitment Co-ordinator at recruitmentteam3@kcl.ac.uk

http://www.kcl.ac.uk/depsta/pertra/vacancy/external/pers_detail.php?jobindex=12519

Deadline: Nov. 28

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Max Planck Institute for the History of Science (Berlin) - 2 postdocs (2 years each) - Big Data & Science in Circulation[]

The Max Planck Institute for the History of Science in Berlin, Department II (Lorraine Daston), announces two postdoctoral fellowships for up to two years, starting date September 1, 2013. Outstanding junior scholars are invited to apply.

The fellowship will be awarded in conjunction with the following two Working Group research projects:

Candidates should hold a doctorate in the history of science or a related field at the time the fellowship begins; the Ph.D. degree should have been awarded in 2010 or later.

The Max Planck Institute for the History of Science is an international and interdisciplinary research institute (website). It is expected that candidates will be able to present their own work and discuss that of others fluently in English. Applications may however be submitted in German, English, or French.

Fellowships are endowed with a monthly stipend between 2.100 € and 2.500 € (fellows from abroad) or between 1.468 € and 1.621 € (fellows from Germany). Candidates of all nationalities are welcome to apply; applications from women are especially welcomed. The Max Planck Society is committed to promoting more handicapped individuals and encourages them to apply. Postdoctoral fellows are expected to participate in the research activities at the Institute.

Candidates are requested to send a curriculum vitae, publication list, copies of certificates (PhD), research prospectus (maximum 750 words), a sample text, and two reference letters (which may be submitted separately) no later than February 18, 2013 to: Max Planck Institute for the History of Science, Administration, Postdoc Dpt. II, Boltzmannstr. 22, 14195 Berlin, Germany

Electronic submission is also possible:rheld@mpiwg-berlin.mpg.de. For questions concerning the research project and Department II, please contact Dr. David Sepkoski; for administrative questions concerning the position and the Institute, please contact Claudia Paaß (paass@mpiwg-berlin.mpg.de), Head of Administration, or Jochen Schneider (jsr@mpiwg-berlin.mpg.de), Research Coordinator.

Candidates may expect a decision by March 18, 2013.

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McGill University (Interacting with Print Research Group) - Postdoctoral Fellowship in Book History and Digital Humanities[]

Salary: 35,000 CAD, plus research allowance

Term of Appointment: 1 August 2013 - 31 July 2014

The Interacting with Print Research Group at McGill University and the University of Montreal is seeking a postdoctoral fellow with interests in developing digital humanities methodologies for studying the print culture of eighteenth- and nineteenth-century Europe. Candidates may specialize in history, art history, literature or a related discipline, and should have their doctorate in hand by the start date. The ideal candidate has experience in both information design and computer programming; expertise in data visualization, text mining, and designing digital tools is especially desirable. A working knowledge of French is an asset.

Interacting with Print researches how print media interact with other media within a larger communicative ecology. One of our primary concerns is how digital interfaces will reorient an extant print-cultural heritage. The postdoctoral fellow will be an integral member of the team, developing his or her own research and working with team members to develop their projects.

Review of applications will begin on 19 November 2012and continue until the position is filled. For further information, see http://www.interactingwithprint.org or contact interactingwithprint@mcgill.ca

To apply, send cover letter, CV, and names of three referees to Prof Tom Mole at interactingwithprint@mcgill.ca

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Microsoft Research New England - Postdoc in Social Media - INTERVIEW SCHEDULED[]

From: http://hastac.org/opportunities/postdoc-social-media-postdoctoral-researcher-microsoft-social-media-collective

The Social Media Collective at Microsoft Research New England (MSRNE) is looking for a social media postdoctoral researcher (start date: 1 July, 2013). This position is an ideal opportunity for a scholar whose work draws on anthropology, communication, media studies, sociology, and/or science and technology studies to bring empirical and critical perspectives to complex socio-technical issues.

Application deadline: Monday 19 November, 2012.

http://research.microsoft.com/en-us/jobs/fulltime/postdoc.aspx

Microsoft Research provides a vibrant multidisciplinary research environment with an open publications policy and close links to top academic institutions around the world. Postdoc researcher positions provide emerging scholars, (PhDs received in 2012 or to be conferred by July 2013), an opportunity to develop their research career and to interact with some of the top minds in the research community. The position also offers the potential to have research realized in products and services that will be used world-wide. Postdoc researchers are invited to define their own research agenda and demonstrate their ability to drive forward an effective program of research. Successful candidates will have a well-established research track record as demonstrated by journal publications and conference papers, as well as participation on program committees, editorial boards, and advisory panels.

Postdoc researchers receive a competitive salary and benefits package, and are eligible for relocation expenses. Postdoc researchers are hired for a two-year term appointment following the academic calendar, starting in July 2013. Applicants must have completed the requirements for a PhD, including submission of their dissertation, prior to joining Microsoft Research. We do accept applicants with tenure-track job offers from other institutions so long as they are able to negotiate deferring their start date to accept our position.

While each of the seven Microsoft Research labs has openings in a variety of different disciplines, the Social Media Collective at Microsoft Research New England (located in Cambridge, MA) is especially interested in identifying social science candidates with critical humanistic approaches to their topics. Qualifications include a strong academic record in anthropology, communication, media studies, sociology, science and technology studies, or related fields. The ideal candidate may be trained in any number of disciplines, but should have a strong methodological, analytical, and theoretical foundation in humanistic approaches to the social sciences, be interested in questions related to technology or the internet and society or culture, and be interested in working across disciplines and with computer scientists.

The Social Media Collective is comprised of full-time researchers, postdocs, visiting faculty, PhD interns, and research assistants. Current projects include:

  • How does social media use affect relationships between artists and audiences in the creative industries? (Nancy Baym)
  • How do youth make sense of networked publics? (danah boyd)
  • How do we listen to each other in networked environments, and what are the implications for intimacy, privacy and social change? (Kate Crawford)
  • How does information infrastructure shape event epistemology? (Megan Finn)
  • How do people with minimal internet access use mobile media to negotiate marginalization and social immobility? (Mary L. Gray)

To apply for a postdoc position at MSRNE:

Submit an online application at:

https://research.microsoft.com/apps/tools/jobs/fulltime.aspx

Indicate that your research area of interest is “Anthropology, Communication, Media Studies, and Sociology” and that your location preference is “New England, U.S.”

In addition to the CV and names of three referees (including your dissertation advisor) that the online application will require you to include, upload the following 3 attachments with your online application:

  • two journal articles, book chapters, or equivalent writing samples (uploaded as 2 separate attachments);
  • a single research statement (four page maximum length) that addresses the following: outlines the questions and methodologies central to your research agenda (~two page maximum length); provides an abstract and chapter outline of your dissertation (~one page maximum length); offers a description of how your research agenda relates to research conducted by the social media collective (~one page maximum length)

After you submit your application, send an email (msrnejob@microsoft.com) alerting us that you have uploaded your application. If an applicant meets the requirements above, a request for letters will be sent to your list of referees on your behalf. ALL LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION MUST BE RECEIVED BY THE DEADLINE IN ORDER FOR AN APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED. Please make sure to check back with your referees or us if you have any questions about the status of your requested letters of recommendation.

For more information, see: http://research.microsoft.com/en-us/jobs/fulltime/postdoc.aspx

To learn more about the Social Media Collective, check out our blog:http://www.socialmediacollective.org

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer.

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New York University (Dept. of Media, Culture, and Communication) - Social Computing Research Fellows[]

The Department of Media, Culture, and Communication at New York University is pleased to announce the availability of postdoctoral positions as Social Computing Research Fellows. Fellows will conduct foundational research into the relationships between information technologies and society as part of the Intel Science and Technology Center (ISTC) for Social Computing.

In addition to pursuing independently-defined projects, fellows will work with Professors Helen Nissenbaum and Erica Robles-Anderson. Fellows will also have opportunities to work with leading researchers in social computing, digital culture, and values in design, members of the Center at other participating universities.

We welcome applications from a variety of disciplines, including engineering and computer sciences, philosophy, design, information sciences, STS, media studies, law, and traditional social sciences and the humanities. These one-year positions may be renewable for a second year. Teaching in the department may be an option, depending on availability and interest. Fellows will also assist with project-related administration and events.

Interested candidates should apply via email to Alison Garforth, Grants Administrator, Department of Media, Culture, and Communication. Please include: CV with cover letter, writing sample or representative publication, and the names of three references, including relationship and contact information (email addresses and phone numbers). Applicants who have not yet earned their degrees must provide a letter from their academic advisor confirming the expectation of degree by the start of the fellowship.

Review of applications will begin January 31, 2013, and continue until positions are filled. Consult the ISTC Social website for information about the initiative.

Find job listing here.

Job ad: http://hastac.org/opportunities/social-computing-research-fellows

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Penn State University - Digital Humanities Design Consultant (University Libraries) - INTERVIEW SCHEDULED[]

The Pennsylvania State University Libraries are currently seeking a Digital Humanities Design Consultant who is a creative researcher interested in exploring an “alternative academic” career and in expanding the modes of humanistic research through emerging and existing technologies. This position will be a critical part of initiating services and programs in support of the digital humanities at Penn State, and will work as an intellectual partner with faculty, students and staff in the College of the Liberal Arts. The incumbent will collaborate effectively and translate ideas and concepts between diverse audiences to enable the creation of new knowledge and will have fluency with a variety of technologies and direct experience in bringing technology to bear on research and teaching.

This is a fixed-term (multi-year), non-tenure track assistant librarian, 2-year appointment based within the University Libraries, but jointly funded by the College of Liberal Arts, and carries the rank of Assistant Librarian.

Responsibilities include: working with researchers to provide project definition and analysis, such as project scope, requirements, specifications and/or design; evaluating existing tools and technologies, and investigate emerging technologies to identify potential uses in humanities research; prototype demonstration projects and/or implements tools for use by others. Requires an advanced degree in a humanities field; demonstrated proficiency/fluency with one or more technologies commonly used in digital humanities projects, such as database design and development, XML-encoding, GIS; experience deploying information technology tools/services in his or her own research; excellent communication skills; and a strong service orientation. Preferred Qualifications include a PhD in a humanities field and a record of professional presentations and/or publications.

To apply, send materials to: Box DHDC-MLA, 511 Paterno Library, University Park, PA 16802, or to lap225@psu.edu. Please be sure and reference Box DHDC-MLA in the email subject line. Review of candidates begins on November 5, 2012 and continues until the position is filled. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce.

http://www.libraries.psu.edu/psul/jobs/facjobs/dhdc.html

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Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts & Sciences - e-Humanities Group Visiting Fellows[]

Visiting fellowships in Computational Humanities, based at the eHumanities Group, Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW) (http://ehumanities.nl).

Applications for 2013 now open!

These visiting fellowships are intended to enable scholars working in computational humanities to conduct research and to participate in the academic life of the eHumanities Group of the KNAW. Visiting fellowships are awarded for three months

Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate an ability to contribute to one of the ongoing projects of the Computational Humanities Programme (see website for details). During their stay, fellows will be expected to make one presentation about their own research and to hold one workshop in which they provide training in a particular tool, method or approach.

Applicants should send their CV plus a two-page plan for their fellowship to Jeannette Haagsma (jeannette.haagsma@ehumanities.knaw.nl) by 01 November 2012. The plan should include which 3 months they would like to spend in Amsterdam (excluding July & August), and ideas for the presentation and workshop. Visiting fellowships are open to women and men from all countries who already have a PhD and a demonstrable record in computational humanities. Successful applicants will receive a stipendium of €10,000 (paid in three instalments) plus the costs of one return journey from their home. Fellows will be expected to make their own tax, visa, insurance and accommodation arrangements, where necessary.

Job ad: http://ehumanities.nl/news-general/e-humanities-group-visiting-fellows-call/

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Saint Louis University - Research Fellow, Digital Theology[]

Saint Louis University, a Jesuit Catholic institution dedicated to education, research, healthcare and service, seeks applications for a full-time, twelve-month limited contract, Research Fellow (Senior Research Assistant) in the Center for Digital Theology. The successful candidate will join a research team which is developing a web-based editing application for pre-modern texts. This new digital tool will support the creation and publication of digital editions that employ one of the five major editing methods of scholarly editing (Lachmannian, diplomatic, single-manuscript, base-text and mouvance). Development is already underway and will be completed by December 2014.

The Research Fellow will be responsible for one of six use cases that will test the functionality and feature set of the software. This position is connected to the first stage of development and its holder will have significant input on software design. Reporting to the Principle Investigator, the Research Fellow will execute a critical edition (using one of the editing methodologies listed above) as a first stage use case. S/He is expected to be able to identify an editing project that can be completed within the twelve-month period. It is also expected that the majority of the witnesses for the edition will be available as digital surrogates (either manuscripts that are already available through existing repositories or are ones that can be digitized upon request). There are some limited research funds available to assist in digitization should that be required. The Center for Digital Theology would also assist the Research Fellow in seeking permissions where necessary.

In addition to the work of scholarly editing, the Research Fellow will also participate in bug reporting, usability testing and weekly staff meetings.

The successful candidate will possess a doctorate in medieval studies (or a single humanities discipline with a medieval research focus). S/He will have strong, demonstrated skills in Latin and/or vernacular paleography. The successful candidate will also have taken advanced courses in editing or will have at least one year experience in scholarly text editing. S/He must also possess strong interpersonal skills, be able to work in a team environment, and be able to work to set deadlines.

The position will begin immediately upon hire and will terminate twelve months later. The annual salary will be $50,000, paid on a monthly basis. The position includes medical and other minor benefits. For benefits details, consult SLU's HR web-site: http://slu.edu/x40345.xml.

Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications are to be submitted on line at https://jobs.slu.edu. Please include a letter of application, a CV, and a list of three referees. Potential applicants are welcome to contact Professor James Ginther, Director, Center for Digital Theology, for any additional information at ginthej@slu.edu.

Summary of Qualifications

Required

PhD in Medieval Studies (or a single humanities discipline with a medieval research focus)
Demonstrated skill in Paleography and Latin (and/or a medieval vernacular language)
Demonstrable experience in scholarly editing of pre-modern texts
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment
Able to work to set deadlines

Desirable

Experience with digital humanities projects
Experience with XML encoding, such as TEI

Saint Louis University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (AA/EOE) and encourages nominations of and applications from women and minorities.

Required Documents: Resume/CV Cover Letter Reference List

Salary: Commensurate with experience

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Temple University - Assitant Professor of Digital History []

The Temple University History Department seeks applications for a two-year non-tenure-track position in public history, with a specialization in digital history. The appointment will be at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructional, to begin August 2013, with possibility of renewal.  The successful candidate will participate in Temple’s public history program by advising theses, supporting program development, and interfacing with Philadelphia’s thriving community of digital humanists.  Teaching responsibilities could include courses in Temple’s General Education program, upper-level undergraduate courses in the candidate’s area of specialization, and a graduate seminar in digital history. The teaching load is four courses per semester.

Send a letter of application, C.V., three letters of recommendation, a writing sample, and digital portfolio to: Seth C. Bruggeman, Department of History, Temple University, Attn: Public History Search, 908 Gladfelter Hall (025-24), 1115 West Berks Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122-6089

Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Temple University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minority candidates are especially encouraged to apply.

Contact:

Seth Bruggeman

Public History

Digital Humanities

Posting Date: 04/04/2013

Closing Date: 05/01/2013

via @dhnow on Twitter

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University of Alabama - Digital Humanities Postdoctoral Fellow - NEW JOB POSTING[]

The University of Alabama's Digital Humanities Center is still accepting applications for a last minute replacement search for a DH postdoc with a joint appointment in English and the Libraries. Please share and repost widely and encourage anyone who might be suitable to apply.

Job ad here: http://www.lib.ua.edu/digitalhumanities/post-doc

  • Don't be scared off by the "Review of applications will begin July 24, 2013" part for a Fall 2013 start date. They really do mean that the the job is open until filled and they are actively seeking applications. [posted 8/4/13]

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University of California, Davis - Mellon Visiting Assistant Professor in Digital Cultures - SKYPE INTERVIEW SCHEDULED[]

The University of California, Davis, announces a two-year Visiting Assistant Professorship sponsored by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. We are looking for new or recent Ph.D.s in digital cultures, for an appointment from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2015. The position will be housed in one of the following departments, depending on the successful candidate’s background: English, Cinema and Technocultural Studies (CaTS), Design, or Science and Technology Studies (STS). Researchers and practitioners who hold a Ph.D. (or who will hold a Ph.D. by July 1, 2013) in any relevant discipline are encouraged to apply. Fields of expertise may include (but are not limited to): software studies, gaming, computer science, social media, surveillance technologies, hactivism/tactical media, digital design, mobile media culture, and intellectual property issues. Candidates who have technical skills (coding, media design, etc.) in addition to expertise in the humanities or humanistic social sciences are especially welcome.

The Mellon Visiting Assistant Professor will participate in the Mellon Research Initiative in Digital Cultures. Duties include teaching three courses per year (one graduate and two undergraduate), and organizing colloquia and workshops.

The Mellon Visiting Assistant Professor will receive an annual stipend of $50,000 plus medical insurance, moving expenses and research funds.

Review of applications will begin January 11, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, please submit a letter of interest, a CV, and three letters of recommendation to Professors Colin Milburn and Kriss Ravetto using the UC Davis online Recruit system: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/. The University of California is an equal opportunity employer.

MLA JIL 11/09/12

Deadline: Jan. 11

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University of Southampton - Postdoc, 'City Witness' Project[]

Closing date 12th October 2012

Post-doctoral Research Assistant
‘City Witness’ Project
Centre for Medieval and Renaissance Culture
University of Southampton

Location: Avenue Campus
Salary: £27,578 to £33,884 Pro rata per annum
Part Time Fixed Term
Closing Date: Friday 12 October 2012
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: 158712F4

The University of Southampton seeks to appoint a post-doctoral Research Assistant to work on the AHRC-funded research project ‘City Witness: Place and Perspective in Medieval Swansea’. The project will investigate place and identity in medieval Swansea, bringing together work on medieval texts, GIS mapping and 3D visualisation. The project is a collaborative enterprise between teams in the Faculty of Humanities, University of Southampton (lead institution), the Department of Geography, Archaeology and Palaeoecology, Queen’s University Belfast and the Department of Digital Humanities, King’s College, London: an example of the project team’s previous work, on medieval Chester, can be viewed at http://www.medievalchester.ac.uk/.

The Research Assistant is required to produce a full critical edition (with translation) of the witness statements describing the hanging of the Welshman William ‘Cragh’ in Swansea in the late thirteenth century. The Research Assistant will also contribute more widely to the production of the online digital resource and project research, and will liaise with partners in Swansea including the Glamorgan Gwent Archaeological Trust and Swansea Council. The Research Assistant will be based in the English Department and Centre for Medieval and Renaissance Culture at Southampton.

The University of Southampton seeks to attract a researcher with excellent skills in Latin translation, palaeography and textual criticism, who holds a PhD (or is close to completion) in a relevant area (e.g. Medieval Latin, Medieval Studies). The researcher should be able to work as part of a collaborative research team and engage with interdisciplinary and theoretical perspectives. An interest in Digital Humanities is essential (though previous experience is not necessary), as is a commitment to public engagement.

The position is fixed term for a period of 18 months, from 01 January 2013. It is a part-time position at 0.5 FTE.

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be directed to the Project Director, Professor Catherine A. M. Clarke (c.a.clarke@soton.ac.uk). Interviews will be held in the week beginning Monday 19 November, 2012.

The closing date for this post is 12 October 2012. Please apply through www.jobs.soton.ac.uk or please telephone 023 8059 2750 for an application form. Please quote vacancy reference number 158712F4 on all correspondence.

US aims to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Please note that applications from agencies will not be accepted unless indicated in the job advert.

Job Ad (as circulated on Twitter): http://fmrsi.wordpress.com/2012/09/18/employment-post-doctoral-research-assistant-city-witness-project-university-of-southampton/

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University of Utrecht (NL) - Center for the Humanities, Digital Humanities Fellowship[]

This cluster will sharpen the academic awareness of the public perception of the University as a humanistic institution today. It compares notes on different and new concepts of ‘the Human’, drawn from as broad an interdisciplinary field as possible. Mostly it aims at mapping new developments in the relationship between the Humanities and both the social and the natural sciences in the twenty-first century. It thus interrogates the relationship between the ‘two cultures’ of the Humanities and Science in the light of contemporary scientific and technological developments and new epistemologies, with special emphasis on the sophisticated forms of interdisciplinary research that have emerged in the fields of bio-technologies, neural sciences, environmental and climate change research and Information and Communication Technologies. These rapid changes affect the very definitions of the human and of human evolution and thus affect the research agenda of the Humanities. The project studies the specific new forms of inter- and transdisciplinary interaction between the Humanities, the Social and the natural sciences and examines how a culture of ‘mutual respect’ can be developed across all the disciplines today.

The focus for this theme will be: Digital Humanities

The Digital Humanities, also known as Humanistic Informatics or Humanities Computing are a fast-growing field that ranges from digital library resources and digital publishing to research on new media and information technologies. The aim of this fellowship is to provide a synoptical view of some of the substantive and content-driven connections between the research culture and practice of the Humanities and the debates about the new digital media and information technologies. More specifically the fellowship aims to link these debates to the civic mission of the university to train responsible, active and informed citizens. This theme also aims to compare notes on different and new concepts of ‘the Human’ and even ‘the posthuman’ drawn from as broad an interdisciplinary field as possible. This may lead to interrogate the relationship between the ‘two cultures’ of the Humanities and techno-sciences in the light of contemporary developments and new epistemologies. CFH welcomes application from the fields of history, literary theory, cultural studies, linguistics, computer science, media, philosophy, art and digital publishing.

for the call for Digital fellowship click here

This project takes place within the CfH research platform 'The Humanities in the 21st Century’,which aims at exploring the different facets of the social responsibility of the university in the twenty-first century and hence new interfaces between the Humanities and the social, natural and digital sciences. It also relates to the Descartes Centre’s work on the history and philosophy of Science.

The rise of the internet and with it, online communities, social networks and online publishing, has changed the way we gather information and the way we share it. It has significantly influenced the modes of being in the world, as well as changing academics modes of working, researching and publishing. This broad concern, together with the question how these digital developments have affected research in the Humanities, is the core of the Digital Humanities project. How can the digital Humanities fulfill its potential and transform Humanities scholarschip and education?

This fellowship should result in a synthesis report about current scholarship and teaching practice within the digital Humanities field. A selected and up to date bibliography of relevant sources will also be required to develop a mission statement for the digital humanities that will be presented during a joint CfH-Descartes workshop.

This Senior Digital Fellowship is available for three months and offers a stipend of € 2000 - € 2500 per month, depending on the seniority of the candidate.

Eligibility

We welcome applications from promising researchers with at least two years of teaching experience. Candidates are expected to hold a PhD degree or equivalent expertise in the Humanities, preferably in philosophy, media or cultural studies; to be knowledgeable about digital humanities; to speak and write fluently in English.

Application (Due October 1, 2012)

To apply for this 2012-2013 fellowship, please assemble the following information and send it to cfh@uu.nl

Completed application form

  • A proposal of no more than 750 words, that includes a brief summery of the proposed research projects, including a description of relevant current work.
  • A one-page Curriculum Vitae
  • A list of publications of two pages or less
  • A letter of recommendation stating not only the applicant’s merits but also specifying his or her research status in the field of Digital Humanities

Completed applications are reviewed and assessed by the fellowship’s scientific committee consisting of Rosi Braidotti (Centre for the Humanities), Wijnand Mijnhardt (Descartes Centre).

Job ad link (as circulated on Twitter): http://www.uu.nl/faculty/humanities/EN/centreforthehumanities/fellowships/Pages/Humanities-in-the-21st-Century.aspx

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University of Victoria (Electronic Textual Cultures Lab) - Multiple Postdocs, including Digital Textual Studies[]

The Electronic Textual Cultures Laboratory (ETCL; http://etcl.uvic.ca) at the University of Victoria is seeking full-time and visiting postdoctoral fellows in Digital Textual Studies, working in areas that bridge computation, digital humanities, and textual studies.

Fellows will join our existing team of postdoctoral fellows, research assistants, research partners, and developers. Our team works on projects such as Implementing New Knowledge Environments (INKE; http://inke.ca), the Digital Humanities Summer Institute (http://dhsi.org), and beyond. Current ETCL team members pride themselves on a passionate interest in both the humanities and their digital engagement. Ideal candidates may come from a number of pertinent disciplinary backgrounds, but will share similar enthusiasm as well as be able to introduce the team to new ideas and new perspectives.

Successful candidates will have skills and aptitudes in humanities-oriented research, specifically textual studies, including training or demonstrated experience working with a variety of digital humanities resources such as digital archives, scholarly editions, journals and monographs, and text analysis and visualization tools. Organizational skills are essential. Interest and aptitude in research planning and management would be an asset. The ability to work in concert with our existing team is a critical requirement. Postdoctoral Fellowships (2012-13) include salary that is competitive in the Canadian context, governed in part by SSHRC practices. Positions are available as early as October 2012, for a one-year term with the possibility of renewal. Visiting Postdoctoral Fellowships (2012-) are available to those already holding external fellowships and positions in 2012-13 and 2013-14 with aligned programs of research, may be assumed for an academic term or longer, and include an honorarium.

Applications comprising a brief cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information for three referees may be sent electronically to Daniel Sondheim, ETCL Coordinator, at etcl /at/uvic/dot/ca.

Interviews may be conducted via Skype or in person, in Victoria or other venues as feasible. Review of applications begin 15 October and will continue until positions are filled.

http://hcmc.uvic.ca/~etcl/wordpressETCL/2012/10/03/postdoctoral-and-visiting-postdoctoral-fellowships-in-digital-textual-studies/

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