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 * See also: Rhetoric/Composition 2018, Communication and Media Studies 2017-2018, Film Studies 2017-2018, Non-Geographic/Methodologically Oriented History 2017-18 and English Literature 2017-2018

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Bowie State University (MD) - TT Asst. Professor of English (fields incl. Digital Humanities and New Media Studies/Open)
Responsibilities: Teaches 12 credit hours per semester ranging from freshmen composition to upper level undergraduate and graduate courses; advises students; conducts research; serves on departmental, college, and/or university committees; writes proposals for public and private grants; performs other related duties as assigned. This is a full-time, tenure-track position that may require teaching in the evenings and/or weekends.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in one or more of the following fields from an accredited institution is required: American literature, digital humanities, cultural studies, professional writing, Caribbean literature, and new media studies. Minimum of three (3) years of college/university teaching experience preferred. Evidence of strong research capability and a strong, peer-reviewed, scholarly publication record; demonstrated ability to effectively teach undergraduate and graduate courses in area of specialization; knowledge and experience developing and evaluating undergraduate and graduate courses; demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, research/scholarship, university and community service; excellent communication skills; commitment to the mission of Bowie State University; digital information technology skills a plus, including Blackboard; bilingualism in modern languages is also a plus.

Founded in 1865, Bowie State University is part of the University System of Maryland and is the state’s oldest HBCU. Conveniently located between Washington, D.C, Baltimore, and Annapolis, the campus features a MARC train station for easy commuting. The university has experienced increased enrollment in recent years and is under new leadership with the installment of Dr. Aminta Breaux as Bowie State University’s 10th President.

Salary Range: $58,000 - $60,000

Application: Qualified applicants should submit a CV, a cover letter, a one-page teaching philosophy, official transcript(s), an application, and three (3) professional letters of reference. Submissions without an application will not be considered. Email all documents to the following address (PDFs preferred): JOBS@bowiestate.edu.

LINK (posted 8/2/17)

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 * Also posted at Other Ethnic American 2018, Generalist 2018 and American Open 2018
 * Does "12 credit hours per semester" mean this job has a 4/4 load?
 * "12 hours" usually means 4 courses/semester (assuming each course is 3 credit hours).

Chapman University (CA) - TT Assistant/Associate Professor in the Creative and Cultural Industries (incl. Digital Humanities)
Chapman University seeks applications for a tenure-track/tenured Assistant/Associate Professor in the Creative and Cultural Industries, to be housed within the Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, beginning August 2018.

More information about Chapman University is available at http://www.chapman.edu.

A terminal degree in a relevant field is required.

We are open to all areas, but are particularly keen to develop our strengths in any of the following: Digital Humanities/ digital cultures; CCI policy; cross-cultural CCI studies; cultural memories; critical theory and cultural studies; visual cultures.

The interdisciplinary position will be appointed in one of the nine academic department within WCAHSS that is best aligned with the candidate's teaching and research in the visual arts, creative writing, humanities, or social sciences.

Additional areas of interest, experience, research, or creative activity are welcome. Examples of such areas include the creative economy, cultural studies, disability studies, game development, intellectual property, media studies, medical humanities, print and electronic publishing, programming or user interface design, public relations, war and society, or data collection, analysis, or visualization.

Tenured candidates must have a strong track-record in scholarly research or creative activity. The successful applicant will have an outstanding research profile, measured either in production or demonstrated potential for production. Research or creative activity in the Creative and Cultural Industries or the Digital Humanities should be situated within theoretical and methodological approaches appropriate to the applicant’s subject area of expertise.

Tenured candidates must have strong record of teaching undergraduate and graduate students. TT candidates must demonstrate strong potential for teaching undergraduate and graduate students. Applications from candidates with a fresh and dynamic perspective on teaching, curriculum development, interdisciplinary practices, and a commitment to mentoring students are especially welcome.

Tenure track faculty are expected to develop and maintain an active research agenda for future tenure consideration and are evaluated on their research/scholarly activity, teaching and service.

Responsibilities: Tenure-track faculty are expected to develop and maintain an active research agenda for future tenure consideration and are evaluated on their research/scholarly/creative activity, teaching, and service. Tenured faculty are expected to develop and maintain an active research agenda and are evaluated on their research/scholarly/creative activity, teaching, and service. The faculty member will be expected to support the Creative Media Studies/Creative Industries minor, teaching several courses in this area, supervise student thesis projects, and work with colleagues to shape the future of the university. Applications from candidates with success in or potential for attracting external grants to support research, program development, and/or pedagogical work are especially welcome.

Qualified applicants should electronically submit a faculty application, letter of interest, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy (1-2 pages), and one sample publication, dissertation chapter, or links to substantive digital project(s) to: Dr. Stephanie Takaragawa, Search Chair c/o Shannon Halverson-Gorajia, shalverson@chapman.edu. Please use “CCI/DH Faculty Position” as the email subject line.

Candidates will be contacted if three recommendations should be sent by their authors or the candidate’s dossier service to the same e-mail address.

Application review begins November 1, 2017 and continues until the position is filled. Skype interviews will be held in December.

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 * Also posted at Communication and Media Studies 2017-2018

Coastal Carolina University (SC) - TT Assistant Professor of Digital Culture and Design
The College of Humanities and Fine Arts at Coastal Carolina University invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor of Digital Culture and Design in the Department of English. The appointment will be effective August 16, 2018. Teaching responsibilities include lower division major courses in digital media, digital studies, and broadening upper-level offerings in digital methods, including coding for humanities projects and text or interactive methods (possible skills might include JavaScript; HTML and CSS; or other server-side programming or creative platforms).

Competitive candidates will have a Ph.D. in Digital Humanities, or in a relevant field with a specialization in digital media and culture, critical computation and new media, or other digital humanities-focused work; an established scholarly agenda in digital and humanistic studies; and a strong record of teaching integrated humanities courses. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience teaching digital humanities content at the undergraduate level and working with students on digital humanities-focused research projects. Experience with digital and distance education technologies is also desirable. Teaching assignments may include, hybrid, evening, and distance-learning courses. Travel and research support available for professional development.

Coastal Carolina University is a public comprehensive liberal arts institution located just nine miles from the Atlantic coast resort of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Coastal enrolls more than 10,000 students from 45 states and 58 nations. The University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the baccalaureate and selective master’s degrees of national and/or regional significance in the arts and sciences, business, humanities, education, and health and human services, a specialist degree in educational leadership, and a Ph.D. degree in Marine Science.

Candidates should submit an online application, cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and reference list with contact information electronically at http://jobs.coastal.edu. The online application will require the submission of three references with contact information. An email will be automatically generated requesting letters of recommendation from these specific references. Deadline for submission of online application materials is November 1st, 2017. Address all correspondence to: Assistant Professor of Digital Culture and Design, Search Committee, Department of English, Edwards College of Humanities and Fine Arts, Coastal Carolina University, Conway, SC 29528-6054

Coastal Carolina University is building a diverse faculty and encourages applications from women and underrepresented minorities. Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.

MLA JIL 9/15/17

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Fitchburg State University (MA) - TT Asst. Professor OF English Studies - Journalism
Assistant Professor/English Studies -Journalism Tenure Track MSCA Unit Position

Application deadline: January 12, 2018 .Hire date: September 1, 2018

General Statement of Duties: Full-time, tenure-track assistant professor in Journalism teaching journalism, online college newspaper, writing in online media and other professional writing courses within the candidate’s area of expertise. Desirable sub-specialties include: writing for digital and social media, social justice journalism, community journalism, and journalistic ethics

Supervision Received: Department Chair of English Studies

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Teaching work load (24 semester hours of credit of instruction per school year), and preparation for classroom instruction.

2. Instructional responsibilities include required and elective course in English and Journalism, and freshman writing courses.

3. Desirable subfield: writing for digital and social media, social justice journalism, community journalism, and journalistic ethics

4. Teach journalism, online college newspaper, writing in online media and other professional writing courses within the candidate’s area of expertise.

5. Provide student assistance, including but not limited to academic advising.

6. Participate in curriculum review and development, program reviews, and student outcomes assessment.

7. Attend university functions, including commencement; convocation; and faculty, committee, and departmental meetings.

8. Participate in scheduled orientation and registration programs.

9. Engage in continuing scholarship and professional activities, which may include contribution to the content of the discipline, participation in or contribution to professional organizations and societies, public service, and contributions to the professional growth and development of the university community.

10. Opportunities to teach summer, winter term, online and undergraduate and graduate evening courses.

Qualifications:

1. Position requires a disciplinary expertise in the area of journalism at the MA or MFA level at minimum with a Ph.D. preferred; evidence of teaching preferred.

2. Professional experience with online and print journalism, a record of publication and demonstrated skill in digital and emerging media.

3. Ability to integrate appropriate technology and software in teaching.

4. Commitment to excellence in teaching, demonstrated teaching experience appropriate to the level of appointment, and evidence of scholarly/creative activity.

5. Ability to work effectively with a diverse student body.

6. Must be able to satisfactorily pass a check conducted by the Criminal History Systems Board (CORI) as well as a completed background check satisfactory to the university.

7. Ability to perform all duties with or without reasonable accommodations.

Please submit cover letter, CV and statement of teaching philosophy as well as a statement

of research activity and interests.

Full-time, 9 month Benefited MSCA Position beginning September 1, 2018

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the MSCA Bargaining Agreement

Fitchburg State University is committed to diversifying its workforce. We strongly encourage women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply for the advertised position.

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 * Also posted at Communication and Media Studies 2017-2018

Florida State University (FL) - TT Asst. Professor - History of Text Technologies
The Department of English at Florida State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor appointment in the History of Text Technologies beginning August 2018. The position is a 2/2 teaching assignment (two courses per semester) with one graduate course per year. The successful candidate would be expected to teach a required graduate course in the History of Text Technologies and undergraduate courses in the Literature and Editing-Writing-Media major.

Qualifications: We seek an expert in book history or media archaeology, specializing in any historical period or genre of Anglophone literature, from medieval English manuscripts to contemporary multimedia digital textuality. Applicant must have a Ph.D. in hand by beginning of appointment. Applicants should also have a record of publication, prospects of future publication, and evidence of effective teaching.

Contact Info: Questions can be sent to the search committee and Department Chair, Professor Gary Taylor, at english-recruiting@fsu.edu

Pay Plan: This is a Faculty position.

Criminal Background Check: This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

How To Apply: If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service. Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

A cover letter, CV, writing sample, contact information for at least 3 references, and evidence of teaching effectiveness should be submitted as a single PDF.

This position requires that you have three confidential professional letters of recommendation submitted on your behalf. Letters of recommendation should be addressed to Professor Gary Taylor, Chair, and sent to english-recruiting@fsu.edu

Open until filled

This position is being advertised as open until filled. A review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Skype interviews with shortlisted candidates will be scheduled in early December.

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Deadline: open until filled (posted 9/26/18)

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 * Also posted at Medieval 2018, Renaissance 2018 and Generalist 2018

Georgia Tech (GA) - Assoc. or Full Professor - Digital Media / Black Media
The School of Literature, Media and Communication (LMC) at Georgia Tech invites applications for a tenure-track faculty member at the rank of associate or full professor. LMC is seeking a scholar practitioner of digital media working in the area of Black media. In the era of #BlackLivesMatter, there is increasing recognition of the importance of social media and other digitally-mediated spaces to understand black experience and broader questions of race in culture and society. Potential areas of interest include but are not limited to critical race studies, interaction design, information design, game design, game studies, educational computing, computational journalism, civic media, digital equity, digital humanities, design studies, media studies, critical data studies, algorithm studies, broadening participation in computing, and culturally responsive computing. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. or other terminal degree and an established research trajectory that fits well with the mission of the school.

LMC is an excellent site for agenda-setting Black media scholarship and design because of its mission of humanistic inquiry in a technological world, its already established community partnerships, and its location at a public technological university in Atlanta, which is an important center for African American culture and for media and technology. The School supports multiple undergraduate and graduate degrees, and the successful candidate would be expected to contribute to our undergraduate programs in literature, media, and communication and computational media (joint with computer science), as well as our masters and Ph.D. Programs in digital media. For additional information on the School, consult our web site at www.lmc.gatech.edu.

As a school, we believe diversity is foundational to creating the most intellectually vibrant and successful academic communities; therefore, we are committed to building and sustaining a socially just, equitable, and inclusive academic unit. The Georgia Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer whose academic core mission is based on the principles of inclusion, equity, diversity, and justice.

Candidates should email a CV and letter of interest emailed as one single PDF to [mailto:hiring@mail.gatech.edu hiring@mail.gatech.edu]. Review of applications will begin on  December 1, 2017.

LINK: https://www.lmc.gatech.edu/hiring-black-media

Deadline: December 1, 2017.

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 * Also posted at Communication and Media Studies 2017-2018

Hartwick College (NY) - TT Asst. Professor - Media Studies / Postcolonial Literature
MEDIA STUDIES/POST-COLONIAL LITERATURE: The Department of English at Hartwick College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor starting in August 2018, pending final administrative approval. We seek candidates with a PhD in English or related discipline with teaching and research strengths in Media Studies, including the cultural semiotics of both traditional and new media (TV, social media, graphic arts, digital artifacts, film, etc.). Candidates will also have secondary expertise in World and/or Postcolonial Literature and Culture. Experience with interpretive digital humanities is an asset. Specific teaching assignments will include courses on media studies, post-colonial literature, and literary theory, as well as general education courses, including First Year Seminars and Composition. Teaching load will average 20 semester credit hours or the equivalent per academic year, and all faculty members teach during the College’s distinctive four-week January Term. The successful candidate will possess an established commitment to and record of excellence, innovation, and diversity in undergraduate teaching combined with strong evidence of publication or the promise of future publication. This candidate will demonstrate an ability to contribute to our vibrant undergraduate program in literature and cultural studies and, if interested, may contribute to current and emerging College-wide interdisciplinary majors and initiatives. Committee service and academic advising also are expected for tenure and promotion.

An independent, residential liberal arts, Hartwick embraces the teacher-scholar model, with teaching excellence as the first priority, and seeks to recruit, retain and promote a diverse workforce. Located in the scenic Susquehanna River valley in Oneonta, NY, near the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains, the College features a Liberal Arts in Practice general education curriculum and aspires to “be the best at melding liberal arts education with experiential learning.”

Hartwick offers health benefits to domestic partners of employees, and prohibits discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation/preference and gender identity/expression. Hartwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to broadening “the understanding, awareness, and appreciation of diversity among all members of the Hartwick community.” Underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Additional information about Hartwick (an institutional member of the Council on Undergraduate Research) and the Department may be found on our web site at www.hartwick.edu.

Hartwick College is committed to providing a safe and secure educational environment. Employment at Hartwick College is therefore contingent upon a successful background check of every new employee. Candidates to whom an offer of employment is made will be required to sign a Release of Information Form authorizing the College to conduct a thorough background check.

To apply, please send: cover letter; curriculum vitae; statements of teaching philosophy and research interests; evidence of teaching, scholarly, and creative excellence or the potential for it, as established through the submission of a teaching portfolio, and scholarly article or essay, or original creative work or website; a Diversity Statement: viz, a statement addressing how past and/or potential contributions to diversity will support Hartwick College’s Diversity Statement; (http://www.hartwick.edu/campus-life/student-affairs/intercultural-affairs/diversity-at- hartwick/); and, an individual letter of reference sent from each of three referees.

Letters should be addressed to Dr. Susan Navarette, Chair, Department of English, and all materials must be sent electronically to facultyjobs@hartwick.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

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 * Also posted at Anglophone 2018

Illinois Institute of Technology (IL) - TT Asst. Professor - Humanities
The Department of Humanities at Illinois Institute of Technology seeks a tenure-track assistant professor for a Fall 2018 appointment. The ideal candidate will complement the department’s core disciplinary areas: communication, information architecture; history; linguistics; media studies; philosophy and ethics; and science, technology, and society. Competitive candidates must demonstrate a research agenda that integrates digital media technologies and humanistic scholarship. The department is especially interested in candidates whose research questions are approached and answered through large-scale quantitative or corpus-based research methods. Successful applicants must have completed a Ph.D. by August 2018 and must provide evidence of potential for collaborative, interdisciplinary research.

The ideal candidate will be prepared to teach undergraduate- and graduate-level research methods. Additional teaching responsibilities will include instruction in the department’s undergraduate majors, Humanities, Digital Humanities, and Communication, and instruction in the graduate program in Technology and Humanities, which offers both M.S. and Ph.D. degrees.

In addition to courses in the candidate’s area of expertise, candidates should be prepared to teach in at least one of the following areas: Research methods, quantitative and ideally also qualitative; User experience and user research; Information structure and design. Applicants should submit a single PDF file containing (1) letter of interest, (2) C.V., and (3) contact information for three references to 2017.hum.search@gmail.com.

Illinois Tech is a private, Ph.D.-granting research university in the global city of Chicago. The Department of Humanities is part of the Lewis College of Human Sciences and is located on the university’s 120-acre Mies (Main) Campus just south of downtown. Illinois Tech pairs the educational and cultural experiences of America’s third-largest city with the small feel of an undergraduate population of just over 2,300 and total student population of just over 7,400.

Illinois Institute of Technology is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer committed to enhancing equity, inclusion and diversity within its community. It actively seeks applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, sex, marital status, religion, creed, national origin, disability, age, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity and expression. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.

We seek candidates whose research, teaching, and/or service have prepared them to fulfill our commitment to inclusion and have given them the confidence and experience to fully engage audiences in higher education from a wide spectrum of backgrounds. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2017 and continue until the position is filled. For more information about the Humanities Department, including graduate and undergraduate degree programs, visit the department website, or contact the search committee chair, Associate Professor Karl Stolley, by email at 2017.hum.search@gmail.com.

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 * Also posted at Interdisciplinary Humanities and Liberal Arts 2017-2018

Loyola Marymount University (CA) - TT Asst. Professor of English - Journalism (incl. Multimedia)
The Department of English at Loyola Marymount University seeks an assistant professor to fill a tenure-track position in Journalism to begin in Fall 2018.

An advanced degree in Journalism (Ph.D. preferred) or a closely related field (or equivalent), successful undergraduate teaching, a record of publication and/or authorship of film/video/audio/digital work, and experience in the profession are required. Experience in and critical knowledge of the technology and content of multiple media, expertise in covering communities traditionally underserved by media in general, and a concern for ethical issues that confront journalists in the digital era are required.

We are looking for a candidate qualified to help us strengthen and increase the visibility of our social justice grounded Journalism Minor and help expand our program. Interest in teaching courses that could be cross-listed with any of our interdisciplinary programs such as African-American Studies, Chicano/Latino Studies, Environmental Studies, or Urban Studies would be preferred.

The normal teaching load would be two or three 4-unit courses per semester (2-2-2-3 courses per semester over two years), including Core courses and Journalism courses.

As part of an intercultural, student-centered institution, the English Department promotes teaching diverse course content using inclusive/critical pedagogies. Candidates should have an interest in helping students develop as local and global citizens through, for example, experiential learning assignments, community-engagement, and/or immersion experiences. Experience with or interest in digital pedagogies or integrating technology in teaching in ways that enhance student learning would be considered an asset. LMU values the teacher-scholar-practitioner educator model, offering a pre-tenure sabbatical and opportunities for research and course development grants. Interest in and value for University citizenship and engagement are important for faculty at LMU.

To apply, please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a one-page statement of teaching philosophy, and three pieces of journalism published in print, digital, audio, video, or film format, or articles on media and/or journalism in scholarly publications, by November 15, 2017. Application materials (in pdf format) should be emailed to JournalismPosition@LMU.edu (preferred) or to mailing address: Evelyn McDonnell, Director, Journalism Program, Loyola Marymount University, 1 LMU Drive, Suite 3800, Los Angeles, CA 90045.

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 * Also posted at Communication and Media Studies 2017-2018

Marian University (WI) - TT Asst. or Assoc. Professor of Digital Communication
Marian University invites applications for the full-time, tenure-track position of Assistant or Associate Professor of Communication (Digital Communication).

Primary responsibilities include teaching a range of courses in the department – including digital communication, social media, new- and trans-media, communication applications, and strategic communication – curriculum development, student advising, and program assessment/continuous improvement. Scholarly and professional activities, and service to the university, profession and community are expected.

Education in a field related to digital communication is strongly preferred as this position will support the growth and development of Digital Communication as a track in the Communication Program. Ideal candidates should have a Doctorate or terminal degree in a relevant discipline (M.A. considered).

Candidates must demonstrate effective university teaching using a variety of teaching strategies, and be willing to collaborate in an interdisciplinary setting. Professional work experience in digital communication, social media, strategic communication or similar experience is strongly desired. Willingness to support the Mission and Core Values of the University is essential.

To be considered please submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, evidence of teaching competency, copies of transcripts and three letters of reference, to [mailto:muapplicants@marianuniversity.edu muapplicants@marianuniversity.edu]. Please use Digital Communication in the subject line of the email. Review of applications will begin  November 1, 2017  and continue until the position is filled.

Candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Marian University is located in Wisconsin’s beautiful Fox Valley, approximately one hour north of Milwaukee and Madison.

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MA) - TT Faculty - Program in Media Arts and Sciences/Media Lab
The MIT Media Lab seeks a new kind of early career faculty member, not defined by discipline, rather by his or her unique and iconoclastic experience, style and points of view. You can be a designer, inventor, scientist, scholar or other – any combination – as long as you make things that matter. Impact is key.

This means somebody with at least these three sets of characteristics: Being deeply versed in a minimum of two fields, preferably not ones normally juxtaposed; Being an orthogonal and counter-intuitive thinker, even a misfit within normal structures; Having an adventurous personality, boundless optimism, and desire to change the world.

Any disciplines apply as long as their confluence shows promise of solving big, hard and long-term problems. And, most importantly, candidates must explain why their work really can only be done at the Media Lab. We prefer candidates not be similar to our existing faculty. We welcome applicants who have never considered academic careers.

QUALIFICATIONS: A doctorate is not necessary, but evidence of extreme creativity is.

Successful candidates will: establish and lead their own research group within the Media Lab; engage in collaborative projects with industrial sponsors and other Media Lab research groups; actively contribute to shaping the open and creative culture that defines our community; supervise masters and doctoral students; and participate in the Media Arts and Sciences academic program.

Applicants will be asked to upload their CV, link to a personal website; links for three publications; the names (and contact information) of three references. A personal statement of no more than 2 pages that includes the applicant’s plans for exploring big ideas and challenging questions, and discusses what the applicant will bring to the Media Lab and how the Lab will enable you to accomplish your goals.

Apply at: https://apply.interfolio.com/45199

Link to Ad: https://www.media.mit.edu/posts/tenure-track-faculty-search-general/

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Michigan State University (MI) - Associate/Full Professor, Literary Studies and Digital Humanities
The Department of English at Michigan State University invites applications for a scholar, at the level of Associate or Full Professor, whose work connects literary studies and the digital humanities to critical diversity. This position is part of the College’s Critical Diversity in a Digital Age initiative, which will facilitate research programs, develop new curricula, and seek external funding for scholarship at the intersections of digital theory and practice with issues of social justice and human difference, including race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, class, ability, and religion. Within the Department of English, this position will foreground literature’s singular ability to shape and critique ideas about our common humanity through the study of history, identity, belief, narrative, and other socially embedded imaginative forms.

For a full description of the Critical Diversity in a Digital Age initiative, see http://cal.msu.edu/criticaldiversity

For more information about Digital Humanities at Michigan State University, see http://digitalhumanities.msu.edu

The Department of English seeks a colleague committed to critical diversity and whose work bridges literary studies and the digital humanities in innovative, field-defining ways. Our new colleague will find faculty in the Department of English who foreground scholarly and pedagogical interest in critical diversity across many subfields, including literature, film studies, creative writing, popular culture, and English education. Our Department also features cross-field areas of study, such as black literature, film, and culture; empire and globalization studies; feminisms, genders, sexualities; film, visual culture, and digital media; modern, contemporary, emergent; and neuro-literary studies. We look forward to welcoming a scholar and teacher who will complement our strengths and help develop new directions, particularly in our literary studies program. This is an academic-year, tenure-system faculty appointment to begin August 16, 2018.

The requirements for a successful candidate include: a Ph.D. in English or in a related Digital Humanities field or discipline; a record of research, teaching, service, and outreach commensurate with a tenured position and demonstrating a commitment to critical diversity; evidence of innovation in digital scholarly methods or modes of scholarly communication; a research program that reflects the needs of minority or underserved populations; potential for leadership, especially in program development and community building; a record of promoting inclusivity in classrooms and academic work environments; experience incorporating multicultural perspectives into curriculum and classroom conversations for 21st century leadership; experience working in a diverse environment and/or using a variety of teaching methods designed for broad student success; demonstrated participation in programs designed to promote inclusion; experience or interest in mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2017, and will continue until the position is filled.

Applications must be submitted electronically to the Michigan State University Human Resources website (https://careers.msu.edu) Posting #472017. Applications should include a letter expressing interest in this position and describing research and teaching qualifications and experience; a current curriculum vitae; the names and email addresses of 3 potential referees; and a statement providing both a summary of experience with diversity in the classroom, in past or planned research endeavors, in mentoring diverse students, and/or in community outreach initiatives, and an explanation of how the applicant will advance our goals of inclusive excellence.

Contact Professor Kathleen Fitzpatrick, search committee chair, at kfitz@msu.edu or (517) 354-7423 with questions.

Michigan State University, the nation's pioneer land-grant university, member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), and one of the top 100 research universities in the world, was founded in 1855. We are an inclusive, academic community known for our traditionally strong academic disciplines and professional programs, and our liberal arts foundation. Our cross- and interdisciplinary enterprises connect the sciences, humanities, and professions in practical, sustainable, and innovative ways to address society’s rapidly changing needs.

The College of Arts & Letters recognizes that only an academic and organizational culture that actively seeks out and strengthens diverse voices and perspectives among its members results in true excellence. We are an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. The College of Arts & Letters is particularly interested in candidates of all backgrounds who are committed to the principle that intellectual leadership is achieved through open access and pro-active inclusion. We actively encourage applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities. Persons with disabilities have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodation.

MSU enjoys a park-like campus with outlying research facilities and natural areas. The campus is located in the city of East Lansing, adjacent to the capital city of Lansing. The Lansing metropolitan area has a diverse population of approximately 450,000. Local communities have excellent school systems and place a high value on education. The University is proactive about its obligations under the ADA, and provides individual accessibility plans to students and employees with disabilities. Michigan State University is pro-active in exploring opportunities for employment for dual career families, both inside and outside the University, and respects all family forms. Information about MSU’s dual career support can be found at http://miwin.msu.edu. Information about WorkLife at MSU can be found http://worklife.msu.edu. Information about the Academic Advancement Network can be found http://aan.msu.edu. Information about MSU Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives, including the Diversity Research Network can be found http://www.inclusion.msu.edu.

The College of Arts & Letters employs 250 full-time faculty with 3300 undergraduates and 175 graduate students enrolled in 24 majors, 38 minors, and 9 graduate programs that are housed in 8 departments and 22 research centers and interdisciplinary programs. These include such outstanding programs as African and African American Studies, American Indian and Indigenous Studies, Jewish Studies, the Center for Gender in a Global Context and the Center for Interdisciplinarity. The College also has a vibrant mentoring program at the College and Departmental levels. It works closely with MSU’s five international centers that receive Title VI funding and is also a long-time leader in international education sponsoring 70-80 programs each year. In 2016, faculty of color made up 25% of the College faculty and students of color made up 28% of its entering undergraduate class.

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Molloy College (NY) - Asst. Professor of Digital Humanities and New Media (Game Studies)
The Department of Digital Humanities and New Media at Molloy College invites applications for an Assistant Professor rank faculty member in Game Studies. Applicants' expertise in teaching and research may include interactive narrative, digital games studies, game theory and development, educational games, and digital media literacy in secondary ELA or education. Applicants' interests should also emphasize social good, particularly how digital technology interfaces with and disrupts structural inequalities along axes of identity and subjective formation pertaining to race, class, gender. Applicants are expected to have a Ph.D., exhibit a clear vision for teaching, and show evidence of research. Applicants should also show interest or experience in pursuing grant-funded research and teaching opportunities.

Position Begins Fall 2018

To apply, please submit a cover letter, CV, teaching statement, and three letters of recommendation to [mailto:humanresources@molloy.edu humanresources@molloy.edu].

Review of applications will begin immediately.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

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San Diego State University (CA) - TT Asst. Professor - Electronic and Digital Rhetoric
The Department of Rhetoric and Writing Studies at San Diego State University seeks applicants for the position of tenure-track Assistant Professor, beginning in Fall Semester, 2018.

Ph.D. in Rhetoric, Composition, or comparable area is required.

We seek candidates with a demonstrated capacity for scholarly research and publication and a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching electronic and digital rhetoric. Desirable areas of teaching experience include multimodal literacies, multimodal composition, professional communication, social media, digital humanities, content management, and visual and information design.

The Department of Rhetoric and Writing Studies is a freestanding academic unit within the College of Arts and Letters comprised of collegial, nationally and internationally recognized faculty with interests in literacy and the teaching of writing, rhetorical theory and the history of rhetoric, and professional and public discourse. (Please see the department website at: http://rhetoric.sdsu.edu.) The department also participates in San Diego State’s Digital Humanities Initiative, which researches digital culture and provides a regional hub for strategic innovation and collaboration. The university recently defined the initiative as an area of excellence, committing resources and funding to digital humanities work at San Diego State University.

San Diego State University, an R2 institution and the flagship of the Cal State system, sponsors the second highest number of Fulbright Scholars in California. SDSU is a large, diverse, urban university and Hispanic-Serving Institution with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence. Our campus community is diverse in many ways, including race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, pregnancy, medical condition, and covered veteran status and ranks among the top six universities nationwide in terms of student ethnic/racial diversity. We strive to build and sustain a welcoming environment for all. SDSU is seeking applicants with demonstrated experience in and/or commitment to teaching and working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and members of underrepresented groups.

Applicants must apply via Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/42955. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2017, and will continue until the position is filled. We expect to conduct interviews via Skype.

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Santa Clara University (CA) - TT Asst. Professor of English - Shakespeare and Digital Humanities
The Department of English at Santa Clara University invites applications for a tenure-track position specializing in Shakespeare, with additional desirable expertise in Digital Humanities. Successful candidates must have a strong commitment to teaching undergraduates and be able to establish an active research program, possibly including undergraduates. Teaching responsibilities will include introductory and advanced courses in Shakespeare and the Renaissance (including possibilities such as book history, print culture and digital approaches to literary studies) as well as first-year critical thinking and writing courses. The successful candidate will teach six courses spread over three quarters. Ph.D. must be in hand by September of 2018.

Santa Clara is located in the heart of northern California’s Silicon Valley. Faculty members are teaching scholars who balance excellent undergraduate teaching with active research agendas. Santa Clara University is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action employer, committed to excellence through diversity; in this spirit we particularly welcome applications from women, persons of color, and members of historically underrepresented groups. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with disabilities.

Salary Competitive, benefits eligible, including housing assistance program.

Basic Qualifications: Applicants must have a Ph. D. in English, and must be committed to working with undergraduates.

The following qualifications would be important in the ideal candidate:
 * Evidence of teaching excellence in relevant fields
 * A record of productive research
 * Alignment with the Jesuit educational philosophy, the social justice mission of the university, and the goals of the Department of English at Santa Clara University

Open Date: 08/11/2017

Close Date: 10/23/2017

Special Instructions to Applicants: Application materials should include 1) letter of application describing teaching philosophy, research plan appropriate for department serving undergraduates, experience working w/people of diverse cultures and identities, and reasons for interest in a position at Santa Clara University 2) curriculum vitae 3) sample syllabi 4) recent teaching evaluations for 2-3 courses 5) an example of scholarship: e.g., article, book chapter, dissertation chapter 6) (unofficial) graduate transcripts 7) three letters of reference, which will be solicited automatically through the applicant portal system upon submitting your application.

LINK to Apply: https://jobs.scu.edu/postings/6272

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Southern Methodist University (TX) - TT Assistant Professor of English with Digital Humanities Expertise
Position No. 00029414. The Southern Methodist University Department of English invites applicants for a tenure-track assistant or advanced assistant professor beginning Fall/August 2018. We are seeking a scholar with a well-developed Digital Humanities project and a research profile in any area of literary scholarship and new media. The applicant should show evidence of a theoretical and practical understanding of the role of computing in the humanities, which could include the intellectual and cultural effects of text mining, quantitative analysis, visualization, and text and archive creation. Teaching would range from undergraduate introductions to digital humanities to working with PhD students with dissertations that employ DH. Applicants should also be prepared to teach courses on literary topics that serve departmental needs. The appointee will join a developing interdisciplinary group who hold appointments in fields including history, engineering, gaming, the arts, and anthropology. We require a completed Ph.D. in a field of literary studies by the time of appointment. Applications should be submitted in searchable pdf format and should include a statement of research and teaching interests, curriculum vitae, and three reference letters. Applications should be addressed to Darryl Dickson-Carr, Chair, Department of English, Dedman College, Southern Methodist University, P.O. Box 750435, Dallas, Texas 75275. We accept and encourage Interfolio submissions. Those delivered by email should be sent to dfoster@smu.edu. Priority will be given to applications received by November 1, 2017, but the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.

Southern Methodist University will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu.

Apply online: https://apply.interfolio.com/44545

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Texas Christian University (TX) - TT Asst. Professor of English - Digital Humanities/Big Data
The English Department at TCU, which offers Ph.D., M.A., and B.A. degrees within a teacher-scholar model, invites applications for a tenure-track position in Digital Humanities/Big Data. Rank assistant professor. Candidates who combine digital humanities (e.g., distant reading, big data analysis, GIS) with secondary expertise in American literature or Global literature are especially welcome. We seek scholars with a developed research agenda, a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching, and the desire to join colleagues within the department and beyond in contributing to new programs in big data and the digital humanities. Current DH work in the department is supported by a New Media Studio and by DH/IT library staff who are committed to working with academic departments. The English Department values diversity, interdisciplinary research, and the intersections of literature and technology. TCU’s college of liberal arts is reinforcing these departmental values by hiring a cluster of big data specialists across disciplines.

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Requirements: PhD in English or related field by August 1, 2018.

To apply, sign in online at https://tcu.igreentree.com/CSS_Faculty and upload 1) letter of application; 2) CV; 3) writing sample; 4) dissertation / project abstract; 5) three letters of recommendation; and 6) statement indicating experiences with and contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Personal/contact information is required; applicant survey is voluntary. All questions regarding the application process should be directed to Human Resources at hrtalentacquisition@tcu.edu or 817-257-7790. Review of applications begins 1 October 2017 and will continue until this position is filled.

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University of British Columbia (CAN) - TT Assistant Professor - Digital Humanities
Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies. Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, Digital Humanities.

The Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies at the University of British Columbia’s Okanagan campus invites applications for a tenure-track position in the interdisciplinary field of Digital Humanities. The appointment will be at the level of Assistant Professor and will begin on July 1, 2018.

The position will include responsibility for the creation and teaching of introductory, upper-level undergraduate, and graduate courses that are interdisciplinary and intersect with the program areas represented in the Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies. The successful candidate will also regularly teach core Digital Humanities courses in the Bachelor of Media Studies stream. The ability to teach courses supporting design process and coding is an asset.

Areas of intersection with Digital Humanities would be one or more of the following: Art History and Visual Culture, Languages and Literatures in English, French, German, Japanese, and / or Spanish, and Visual Arts, Creative Writing, and Cultural Studies. Our goal is to expand our programs and increase interdisciplinary research and teaching through the expertise of a Digital Humanities scholar. In addition, this position also offers research opportunities in the Digital Humanities Data Lab, http://fccs.ok.ubc.ca/research/projects/hdl.html.

We welcome applications from scholars who engage with emerging digital cultures from a humanities perspective (including, for instance, innovative work on the digital publication of scholarly research; inquiry into the intellectual, methodological, and theoretical challenges posed by the emerging field of digital humanities; studies of digital knowledge platforms as they pertain to humanistic research; or research in a traditional field that employs computational approaches to interpretation or new work in digital visualization). We are particularly interested in work that addresses issues of social difference, such as race/ethnicity, gender, sexuality, class, and disability.

Academics whose focus is on intersectional creative and critical approaches to the arts and humanities through digital technology are especially encouraged to apply. For a full list of our programs please consult the faculty web page: http://fccs.ok.ubc.ca/welcome.html.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. or terminal degree in a program area housed in Creative and Critical Studies and clear expertise in Digital Humanities research. The successful candidate will have an active scholarly profile (which can include creative, practice-based research), and evidence of teaching experience that employs Interdisciplinary Digital Humanities approaches and scholarship. An additional benefit would be demonstrated experience in the use of digital tools. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct and disseminate research in his/her area of specialization and to engage with the interdisciplinary nature of the Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The collegial learning environment of the Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies focuses on effective teaching, the integration of research and teaching, and a commitment to developing a locally involved and globally aware community. The Faculty offers both discipline-based and interdisciplinary programs at the undergraduate and graduate level.

For more information about UBC resources and opportunities, please visit http://www.hr.ubc.ca/faculty-staff-resources/. Information about the surrounding community can be found at: http://www.hr.ubc.ca/housing-relocation/okanagan-profile.

How to apply: To apply for this position please visit the link: http://www.facultycareers.ubc.ca/28107

Application material must include the following: A letter of application, complete curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, evidence or record of teaching effectiveness, research plan, and examples of scholarly and/or artistic research.

Candidates should arrange for three letters of reference to be sent directly to Dr. Blum, Head, Department of Critical Studies at recruitment.fccs@ubc.ca with the subject line “Digital Humanities”.

Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Martin Blum at martin.blum@ubc.ca.

The deadline for applications and letters of reference is December 8, 2017.

All appointments are subject to budgetary approval. Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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University of Toronto Mississauga (CAN) - TT Assistant Professor - Indigenous Digital Arts and Performance
The Department of English and Drama and the Department of Visual Studies at the University of Toronto, Mississauga campus invite applications for a jointly-appointed, full-time, tenure-stream position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the field of Indigenous Digital Arts and Performance. The start date for this position is July 1, 2018.

The Departments welcome applications from emerging researchers or artist-researchers working in and across the fields of Indigenous digital arts and visual culture—including but not limited to digital media art, video games, activism, and design—and digital performance, including but not limited to digitally enhanced performance, virtual performance, and performance inflected by, or engaging with, digital culture. The focus of applicants’ work should be on the experiences of and engagement with Indigenous peoples in Canada.

Applicants must have earned a PhD in Art History, Performance Studies, Theatre Studies, Visual Culture, or another relevant field by July 1, 2018 or shortly thereafter. Alternatively, they must have earned an MFA or equivalent graduate degree and have a strong record of creative professional practice. The successful applicant will have a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching and in research and/or an active and recognised digital arts and performance practice. The successful candidate’s record of research and/or practice, teaching, and service should demonstrate an understanding of Indigenous knowledges, methodologies, epistemologies, pedagogies, and community relations.

The successful candidate’s primary undergraduate Department will depend on their field of expertise, but the candidate will play an important role in undergraduate teaching in both Departments. The candidate will also hold an appointment at the most relevant graduate unit at the University of Toronto, depending on the candidate’s specialisation. The candidate will be expected to teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and to engage in teaching practices informed by Indigenous pedagogies. Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, letters of reference, and the teaching dossier including a teaching statement and teaching evaluations submitted with the application.

The candidate will also be expected to establish and maintain a strong research and/or research-creation program/creative professional practice that engages with Indigenous experience in Canada, drawing on decolonising and other indigenous perspectives and that is informed by involvement with Indigenous communities, organisations, and institutions. Excellence in research is demonstrated by the quality of the writing sample, publications in top-ranked and field-relevant academic journals, presentations at major conferences, awards and accolades, evidence of an innovative research program, and strong endorsements by referees of high standing. Excellence in research-creation or creative professional practice is demonstrated by the quality of the portfolio; record of exhibitions, performances, and/or projects; awards and grants; evidence of an innovative program of research; and strong endorsements by referees of high standing.

The Department of English and Drama and the Department of Visual Studies are both multi-disciplinary units. The Department of English and Drama offers programs in English, Theatre and Drama Studies, and Canadian Studies. The Department of Visual Studies offers programs in Art History, Art and Art History, Visual Culture, Visual Culture and Communication, and Cinema Studies, and a certificate in Curatorial Studies. The successful candidate will bring a strong program of creative, interdisciplinary, digital media-based research that enhances and builds on the strengths of the Departments in contemporary art, visual culture, and theatre and performance studies. They will be able to draw on the resources of UTM’s hub for the Jackman Humanities Institute’s Digital Humanities Network and to participate in a cross disciplinary project to establish a Centre for Indigenous Studies at UTM. At the graduate level, the candidate will have opportunities to work with students and faculty from across the tri-campus university working in Indigenous Studies and Digital Arts and Performance, e.g. in the Graduate Departments of Art and English; the Centre for Drama, Theatre and Performance; and the Visual Studies graduate unit at the John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape and Design.

This successful candidate may be nominated for a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair. For information regarding eligibility criteria, please consult the CRC website: http://www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca/program-programme/nomination-mise_en_candidature-eng.aspx#s2

Salary for this position will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

UTM is part of the tri-campus University of Toronto, a research-intensive institution with an interdisciplinary commitment and a multicultural student body speaking a wide range of languages. The sacred land on which the University of Toronto and UTM operate has been a site of human activity for 15,000 years. It is the territory of the Huron-Wendat and Petun First Nations, the Seneca, and, most recently, the Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation. The territory was the subject of the Dish With One Spoon Wampum Belt Covenant, an agreement between the Iroquois Confederacy and Confederacy of the Ojibwe and allied nations to peaceably share and care for the resources around the Great Lakes. Today, the meeting place of Toronto is still the home to many Indigenous people from across Turtle Island.

The University is committed to responding to—among other mandates—the Calls to Action of the Canadian Truth and Reconciliation Commission and the Government of Ontario’s Indigenous Education Strategy.

All qualified applicants are invited to apply online by clicking on the link below. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy, sample syllabi, and teaching evaluations), a statement outlining current and future research interests, and a substantial writing sample and/or audiovisual documentation of recent work. Applicants should also ask three referees to send letters directly to the departments via e-mail to edassist.utm@utoronto.ca by the closing date, October 9, 2017. In addition to their reference letters, candidates may, if they wish, include one or more letters from Indigenous elders, leaders, or organisations describing their collaborative work or involvement with Indigenous communities. All application materials should be submitted online. The UofT application system can accommodate up to fifteen attachments (8.3 MB per attachment) per candidate profile; please combine attachments into one or two PDF/MS Word format files. Submission guidelines can be found at: http://uoft.me/how-to/apply. For submission of digital images, video, and/or other files, please contact edassist.utm@utoronto.ca and instructions for uploading of materials will be provided.

For more information about the Department of Visual Studies, please visit https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/dvs/. For more information about the Department of English, please visit http://www.utm.utoronto.ca/english-drama/home. The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Materials must be received by October 9, 2017. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Debra Burrowes at dvschair.utm@utoronto.ca or Merrylee Greenan at edassist.utm@utoronto.ca.

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University of Utah (UT) - TT Asst. or Assoc. Librarian - Digital Matters
The Marriott Library at the University of Utah seeks a Digital Matters Librarian to work in conjunction with the emerging Digital Matters Lab and its Director, as well as in conjunction with existing scholarly communications services, to facilitate digital scholarship across the University. The ideal candidate will provide technical expertise, training, and support for digital studies tools and methods used by faculty and scholars engaged with computationally enhanced research and pedagogy, cultural criticism & theory, and IT-based research, with a particular focus on the digital humanities, fine arts, architecture, and urban planning.

Marriott Library is a member of the ACRL Diversity Alliance, a program uniting academic libraries who share a commitment to increase the hiring pipeline of qualified, talented individuals from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups.

Position Description: The Digital Matters Librarian will coordinate digital studies activities particularly through specialized reference, consulting, education, and project development services to students, faculty, and researchers at the University of Utah. They will establish and maintain strong relationships with colleagues and researchers to advance the mission of the Digital Matters Lab. As required by Marriott Library and the University of Utah, this tenure-track faculty member will engage in significant research activity that produces scholarship or creative works which contribute to the national and international conversation relevant to librarianship or library and information science.

The successful candidate will: Provide digital research consultations for University of Utah students and faculty and promote these services to relevant academic departments. Evaluate existing tools and technologies, and investigate emerging technologies to identify potential uses in digital scholarship. Conduct presentations, class instruction, and workshops on topics related to digital studies. Report to, and work with, the Digital Matters Lab Director to shape services, instruction, identity, and outreach for the University of Utah’s Digital Matters Lab. Collaborate with colleagues in the Digital Matters Lab and the Marriott Library to develop and promote innovative digital scholarship projects and services across campus, throughout Utah, and the broader community. Employ communication, analytical, organizational, project management, problem-solving, and time management skills. Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS or the equivalent combination of a relevant advanced degree and experience working in a digital library setting. Three years of increasingly responsible library experience and success in development of digital projects and/or other library initiatives. Demonstrated knowledge of “leading edge” digital studies technologies along with related issues such as copyright, metadata, data management, and scholarly communication. Familiarity with scripting languages, metadata schemas, and computational methods used in digital scholarship projects. Demonstrated ability to teach groups and individuals, as well as create learning objects. Demonstrated, successful application of communication, analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills and the ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously. Excellent written and verbal skills and strong interpersonal skills. Capacity to thrive in the fast-paced, future-oriented environment of a research institution and to respond effectively to changing needs and priorities. Commitment to engage in research and scholarship, with the potential to achieve promotion and tenure, as demonstrated by a record of research and scholarship and/or an ability to clearly articulate a research agenda. Successful completion of a criminal background check, as required by Utah state law (http://www.regulations.utah.edu/humanResources/5-130.html).

Preferred Qualifications: 2nd Master’s degree or PhD in related field. Experience with text mining, data visualization applications, GIS, augmented reality, and/or data management. Successful history of writing and implementing grant funded work. Familiarity with cultural criticism & theory research methods. Experience with research analysis technologies to support digital scholarship and learning. Reading, writing, or speaking skills in a second language. One year of supervisory experience of full-time employees. Experience creating user-friendly documentation and training programs.

Compensation: $53,000 to $64,000 dependent on qualifications, plus excellent benefits including a 14.2% retirement contribution to TIAA-CREF/Fidelity, outstanding medical and dental coverage, and ample and flexible paid sick and vacation time.

Preferred consideration will be given to all applications received by October 3, 2017

Apply at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/68366

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Wilkes University (PA) - TT Assistant Professor of English - Postcolonial Literature and Digital Humanities
Wilkes University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of English specializing in Postcolonial Literature and Digital Humanities beginning August 2018. A doctorate in one of the above areas of English completed by August 2018 is expected.

The successful candidate will teach twelve hours per semester, including composition, introductory literature, and upper-division courses in the specialization. A strong record of college-level teaching experience and evidence of scholarly promise are required. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Wilkes University is an independent, comprehensive university dedicated to academic excellence in the liberal arts, sciences, and selected professional programs. The University has approximately 2,420 students at the undergraduate level and over 2,000 full time equivalent students at the graduate and first professional levels.

Its institutional focus is on developing strong mentoring relationships with each of its students and contributing vitally to economic development of Northeastern Pennsylvania. The University is located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, a revitalized city that is located on the lovely Susquehanna River and is within two and one-half hours driving distance of New York City and Philadelphia.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy, and three letters of reference by November 30th, 2017 to the following: https://wilkesuniversitycareers.applicantpro.com/pages/jobshome/. Interviews will be conducted at the 2018 MLA conference in New York. Alternative arrangements will be made for candidates who are unable to attend MLA.

Wilkes University is constantly seeking to become a more diverse community and to enhance its capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. The University strongly encourages applications from persons with diverse backgrounds.

MLA JIL 9/15/17

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 * Also posted at Anglophone 2018

Rochester Institute of Technology (NY) - Visiting Asst. Professor
Field(s): One or more of the following
 * Deep learning for natural language understanding
 * Speech and speech technology
 * Multimodal and linguistic sensors
 * Human-computer interaction
 * Linguistic narrative analytics

Department: English

Rank: Visiting Asst. Professor

URL: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGWEbHost/jobdetails.aspx?partnerid=25483&siteid=5291&AReq=3499BR

The applicant should demonstrate a fit with our commitment to collaborate with colleagues across the university on initiatives in artificial intelligence and in digital humanities and social sciences. The position has the possibility of extension beyond Spring 2018.

Deadline: 25 Nov. 2017

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 * Also posted at Linguistics 2017-2018

Washington University in St. Louis (MO) - Postdoctoral Fellowship in Digital Cultures - American Culture Studies
The Program in American Culture Studies (AMCS) at Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Digital Cultures, renewable annually for up to two years contingent upon satisfactory performance; expected start date is July 1, 2018. AMCS is an endowed program in Arts & Sciences that fosters cross-disciplinary intellectual exchange and transformative scholarship at the intersections of the humanities and social sciences. It offers an undergraduate major, a Ph.D. certificate program, a Master's program, and a wide array of collaborative research and teaching activities, seeking to build community among students of American culture from many fields.

We are particularly interested in applicants, academics and/or practitioners, whose research, teaching, and practice (1) have a strong theoretical awareness, but at the same time deeply engage ethnographic, material, and/or historical particulars; (2) center on an historically-informed study of digital cultures, broadly defined, especially as they pertain to media as a site of cultural production; (3) engage the digital transformation of media and the public sphere, as it pertains to the history of political economy and power, and matters of identity, membership, and exclusion. We prefer applicants who engage digital cultures as a subject of study, and not only as a research or presentation methodology.

Candidates must have received the Ph.D. since July 1, 2014, or be scheduled to defend the dissertation before July 1, 2018. The Fellow will receive a salary of $55,000 per year, plus benefits and a $3,000 annual research/travel stipend.

Applications are due by January 1, 2018. For more information and How to Apply, please see our website at http://amcs.wustl.edu/directory/?sec=postdoctoral%20fellows&sub=application%20process

Deadline: January 1, 2018

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 * Also posted in American Studies 2018
 * Also posted in Communications and Media Studies 2017 - 2018
 * Also posted in Ethnic Studies 2017 - 2018
 * Also posted in Humanities and Social Sciences Postdocs 2017 - 2018
 * Also posted in New Media and Digital Humanities 2018
 * Also posted in Womens/Gender/Queer Studies 2017 - 2018

University of Utah (UT) - Digital Matters Lab Director (Research Associate or Research Librarian)
The University of Utah seeks an innovative and visionary leader for their newly-created Digital Matters Lab, located in the J. Willard Marriott Library. The model candidate will provide leadership and guidance as the lab and its contributors explore new avenues of research and scholarship at the university. This is a career-line faculty appointment with funding guaranteed for the first four years and an institutional commitment to securing continued funding beyond December 2021. The model candidate will provide leadership and guidance as the lab and its contributors explore new avenues of research and scholarship at the university.

The Digital Matters Lab (DML) is a collaborative venture between the University of Utah’s College of Humanities, College of Fine Arts, College of Architecture + Planning, and J. Willard Marriott Library. The aim of the lab is to provide the space, tools, and expertise necessary for computationally-enhanced research and teaching in the arts and humanities. Currently, the DML inhabits a temporary, pop-up space in the Marriott Library, with plans to build out a much larger, more comprehensive center in the near future. The lab will include areas for collaborative work, instruction, digital fabrication, exhibition of research, and data visualization. Projects will be driven by DML staff, as well as faculty and students from the partnering colleges. We imagine the DML to be a hub of innovation and center for dynamic partnerships across the university.

Responsibilities and Duties/Position Information

Community-Building and Leadership: The Digital Matters Lab Director will guide projects relating to Digital Humanities, digital scholarship, and digital fabrication, charting a course for the lab and the university. They will provide oversight of day-to-day operations of the Lab; help to plan and organize intellectual programming, grants, fellowships, pedagogical initiatives, and outreach. They will integrate these activities into the overall programs and services of the Marriott Library and the University. They will represent the Digital Matters Lab, serving as a liaison with University staff, faculty, and affiliated centers, as well as national and international peers.

Research Relationships and Partnerships: The Director will assist in project definition and analysis, including advising about project scope, requirements and specifications, and project design; lead development of high-level goals, intake processes, workplans, and MOUs (Memorandum of Understanding) for digital project collaborations.

Trends and Strategic Directions: Working with the Research & Development team, the Director will keep abreast of new methodologies and practices relevant to digital humanities, digital scholarship, and digital fabrication; update the Board and other staff regularly on practices, standards, events, and other developments relevant to the Lab’s long-term goals; engage in collaborative planning with colleagues across the Library to promote and support digital scholarship. Monitors emerging trends in the development of digital scholarship and digital library programs and plays a key role in strategic planning for the Marriott Library.

Research and Professional Development: The Director will pursue professional development and their own (often collaborative) research projects related to the mission of the Lab, culminating in publication of results and/or presentation at appropriate venues. The director will represent the University of Utah and Marriott Library in professional associations at the international, national, regional, and local levels and serves on inter-institutional and institutional level committees and task forces related to digital scholarship, fabrication, and digital humanities as appropriate.

Policy, Staffing, and Operations: The Director will develop the Lab’s budget; direct the preparation and submission of grants; recruit, develop, and retain talented staff; coordinate the use of all Lab resources (funding, space, personnel) within the context of the Library’s overall approach to resource management. They will be responsible for leading a group with diverse talents and interests, and will be required to develop a team-oriented work environment that encourages collaboration and flexibility.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education: Graduate study (Ph.D. preferred) in the humanities, arts, architecture, industrial design, library sciences, social sciences, or a related discipline.

Required Experience: Demonstrated experience in an administrative position that includes supervision of personnel. Experience in and strong understanding of digital technologies, scholarship and the digital humanities, and relevant experience in developing and leading digital humanities scholarship projects. Minimum of 4 years professional experience in an academic or research library, or academic/higher education setting. Commitment to engage in research and scholarship and potential to achieve promotion and tenure, as demonstrated by a record of research and scholarship and an ability to clearly articulate a research agenda.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Excellent oral and written communication skills. Outstanding analytical, organizational, project, and time management skills and the ability to lead multiple projects. Ability to set schedules and meet deadlines within budgetary and time restraints. Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Familiarity with recent scholarship and emergent best practices in digital scholarship and humanities. Ability to apply modern pedagogical practices in in a workshop or classroom setting, and experience with effective digital pedagogy. A commitment to open-source code, open-access scholarship, and innovation.

Required Technology Competence: Microsoft Office

Preferred Education: Ph.D. in the humanities, library/information sciences, arts, architecture, design, social sciences or related discipline.

Preferred Experience: Experience with a significant digital scholarship project. Familiarity with a notable digital scholarship center and/or makerspaces. Experience teaching humanities, arts, and/or architecture in for-credit courses. Experience with grant writing and management including financial and activity reporting. Demonstrated proficiency and capability with information technology systems in the context of an academic library. Ability to work with different levels of IT expertise, from novice to expert. Reading, writing, or speaking skills in a second language.

Compensation: $85,000 to $100,000 dependent on qualifications, plus excellent benefits including a 14.2% retirement contribution to TIAA-CREF/Fidelity, outstanding medical and dental coverage, and ample and flexible paid sick and vacation time.

Preferred consideration will be given to all applications received by September 25, 2017.

Apply at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/67809

Deadline: Sept. 25

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