Faculty Application Procedures
UPDATED 11/24/2008
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As a
result of ULV’s diverse student body, we have been designated by the Department
of Education as a minority- and Hispanic-serving institution. We are actively
seeking candidates who have experience and skills in creative teaching
approaches with such a diverse population.
To
apply for a FACULTY position, please send a cover letter with a description of your
scholarly interests, a curriculum vitae, a detailed statement of your teaching
philosophy and goals, and the names and contact information for 3 professional
references to: Human
Resources; Reference Position #_____; University of La Verne; 1950 3rd Street;
La Verne, CA 91750; or you may FAX your application materials to: (909)
392-2791; or use our e-mail address:
To
the extent possible, please omit photographs and any information which is
personal/private and which is not directly related to our screening of
applications to determine whether the application shows sufficient evidence of
skills and ability to perform the work of the position, such as marital status,
age, religion, rage, gender, etc. (As a committed Equal Opportunity Employer we
make every attempt to not have access to information which could be thought to
unduly bias the selection process).
ULV is a proud member of HERC
ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
Position # 2940 Assistant, Associate Professor -
THE UNIVERSITY OF LA VERNE, COLLEGE OF LAW invites applications for
one or more full-time, tenure-track positions beginning in the 2009-2010
academic year. Areas of interest include property, constitutional law, criminal
law, criminal procedure, evidence and legal writing. We seek candidates with a
strong commitment to scholarship and teaching, as well as meaningful experience
in the areas of interest. A background in teaching for at least one year at an
ABA-approved law school, and scholarly distinction or promise of a
distinguished record of scholarship is preferred. Candidates with other
academic interests are also welcome to apply in the event the law school’s
curricular needs should change. Rank of Assistant, Associate, or Professor
depends upon qualifications and experience. The hiring range for this position
is dependent upon qualifications and departmental equity. Benefits of
employment include a comprehensive health and welfare plan, tuition program and
a generous 10% contribution to the university’s 403B retirement plan. To apply, please see instructions above. This position(s) is located at
Position # 2939 – Assistant, Associate OR Full Professor of Law - Director of Legal
Analysis and Writing
THE UNIVERSITY OF LA VERNE, COLLEGE OF LAW invites applications for the position of Director of Legal Analysis and Writing beginning in the 2009-2010 academic year.
This is a tenure-track position
reporting to the Associate Dean. The successful candidate will be responsible
for oversight of the Legal Analysis and Writing program, as well as teaching
according to the needs of the
Position #2925 –
Assistant Professor of Education/School Counseling
The
This position requires a doctorate in Education, Counseling or a closely related area. Additional requirements include higher education teaching and advising experience, plus experience with extended campus program coordination. Hiring salary is commensurate with experience, and departmental equity. Benefits of employment include a comprehensive health and welfare plan, tuition program and a generous 10% contribution to the university’s 403-B retirement plan. To apply, please see instructions above.
Position #2941 Assistant/Associate Professor-DOCTORAL PROGRAM IN
ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP
The
to quality teaching, student success, and ongoing program improvement. Salary is commensurate with experience, degree, and internal equity. The Doctoral Program in Organizational Leadership,
accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges,
is one of the most successful programs of its kind in the
including K-12 education, higher education, health, governmental service, non profits, the military, and business and industry. The core competencies upon which this innovative program is
based are leadership, change, and contribution as they relate to personal, interpersonal, team, and organizational effectiveness. Theory strands such as decision making, conflict, communication, and systems
theory spiral over three years in an ever-widening depth of understanding and development culminating in research that makes a major contribution to the field. The mission of the doctoral program is “to
develop scholarly practitioners as leaders and architects of change who make significant contributions to the organizations and communities they serve.” For a more in-depth description of the program,
please review the program website at http://edd.ulv.edu.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will work collaboratively with colleagues to
· Design, teach and facilitate small and large group experiential learning activities online and face-to-face
· Design and deliver state-of-the-art blended curriculum and online content
· Prepare interactive presentations for asynchronous, online lectures and discussions
· Lead and participate in online synchronous Web-based seminars
· Teach and coach students in advanced academic inquiry and research
· Participate in dissertation advisement and serve on dissertation committees
· Make scholarly contributions to the doctoral and university community
· Travel as required to campus and other locations to deliver programs, attend faculty and other meetings, participate in university related activities and two weeks of research seminar.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will:
· Possess knowledge, skills, and experiences to fulfill the responsibilities and requirements listed above.
· Possess a doctoral degree in education or related field from an accredited institution
· Have knowledge of pertinent theory and practice as they relate to program content
· Demonstrate excellent communication skills, including face to face, via computer, in small learning groups, and in large group settings
· Be skilled in making effective presentations and facilitating interactive training sessions in large groups and online
· Possess effective interpersonal skills – able to deal with differing personalities and diverse populations in close working relationships
Hiring salary is commensurate
with experience, and departmental equity. Benefits of employment include
a comprehensive health and welfare plan, tuition program and a generous 10%
contribution to the university’s 403-B retirement plan. To apply please
send a curriculum vita, cover letter (including a brief statement of
professional objectives and philosophy, as well as professional interests), and
three letters of professional reference to: Human Resources Department,
Position #2941, University of La Verne, 1950 Third Street, La Verne, CA 91750.
Application materials may also be faxed to (909) 392-2791 or emailed to our
Internet address: jobs@ulv.edu. No
deadline is established. Screening of
credentials will begin immediately and will continue
until the position is filled.
Position #2942- Assistant/Associate Professor – Clinical Faculty,
School of Counseling
The
This position requires a Masters in
Education, Counseling or a closely related area and
a current
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
Modern Languages
Position #2964 –
Assistant or Associate Professor – Writing Program Director, Modern Languages
The University of La Verne invites applicants at the Assistant or Associate Professor level for the position of Writing Program Director. This is an academic, ten-month, tenure track position beginning September 1, 2009. Position duties include teaching composition courses, advising, writing program administration, and university service. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in Rhetoric/Composition and demonstrate a record of teaching excellence, successful administrative experience, and a strong commitment to scholarship and liberal arts education. Benefits of employment include a comprehensive health and welfare plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse and dependent children and a generous 10% contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan. The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon qualifications and departmental equity. Interested candidates should send a letter of application, curriculum vita, and dossier including three letters of recommendation, teaching philosophy and writing sample to: Dr. Ann K. Hills, Chair, Department of Modern Languages, Miller Hall 203, University of La Verne, 1950 Third Street, La Verne, CA 91750. Priority will be given to applications received by December 15, 2008; interviews will be conducted at the MLA.
Psychology Department
Position #2947 -
Assistant or Associate Professor, Psychology. The
Natural Science Division
Position # 2674 and #2675 - Assistant Professor, Chemistry Department
The Department of Chemistry invites applications for
two tenure-track faculty positions at the assistant professor level in the
fields of Analytical/Inorganic (#2674) and Physical Chemistry (#2675). The appointment will begin September 1,
2009. One successful candidate shall
have a PhD in Physical Chemistry and the other a PhD in Analytical/Inorganic
Chemistry. Preference will be given to
candidates with experience in areas of nanotechnology, surface chemistry,
materials science, and with evidence of successful undergraduate teaching and
research activities. Responsibilities
for the Analytical/Inorganic position may include teaching General, Inorganic,
Analytical, and Instrumental Analysis courses, and the associated
laboratories. Responsibilities for the
Physical position may include teaching General, Physical, Inorganic courses,
and the associated laboratories. In
addition, both positions may teach general education courses and labs for
non-majors and supervise undergraduate research. The individuals shall be committed to a
strong undergraduate chemistry program and the mission of a 4-year liberal arts
and sciences college that stresses interdisciplinary approaches to education,
along with learning outcomes, competencies, and assessment. Please visit www.ulv.edu for information
about the University of La Verne , the College of Arts University of La Verne is an accredited independent institution of
higher education located 40 miles east of Los Angeles
at the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, in the City of La Verne
Wilson Library
Position #2954 - University Librarian, Wilson Library
The
The responsibilities of this position include serving and collaborating with the academic deans to achieve the mission of the university; providing strategic leadership, in a team-based environment, for the coordination and management of library services in support of on-campus, off-campus, and online; serving as the primary advocate for the library; working closely with all academic programs to support faculty research, teaching, service, and student learning; providing leadership in planning, budgeting, and the integration of emerging trends; fostering an organizational culture based upon diversity, respect, service, teamwork, professional growth, responsibility, and accountability; overseeing the assessment of library programs and services; maintaining strong collaborative relationships within the library, university, library profession, and surrounding communities.
The position requires a master's degree in Library Science from an institution accredited by the American Library Association. An additional master's degree in an academic subject or an earned doctorate degree is preferred. At least three years of administrative or team-based leadership experience in academic libraries is required. In addition, the candidate will be expected to understand and have experience in delivery of on-campus, off-campus and online library services; have knowledge and experience in working effectively with librarians and library staff in a team-based environment; have knowledge and experience in information literacy program delivery for both undergraduate and graduate, and on-campus, off-campus and online programs; demonstrate success in building coalitions for budgetary support, effective fundraising, and grant writing; possess donor relations skills; possess a collegial attitude toward the needs of students, faculty, and staff in a complex and diverse university setting; have a commitment to professional excellence through ongoing research, publication, and/or leadership in professional organizations; have excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a commitment to team-building and collaborative initiatives; and possess effective decision-making and organizational skills.
Hiring salary is commensurate with
experience, and departmental equity.
Benefits of employment include a comprehensive health and welfare plan, tuition
remission program for employee, spouse and dependent children and a generous
10% contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan. To apply please
send a curriculum vita, cover letter (including a brief statement of
professional objectives and philosophy, as well as professional interests), and
three letters of professional reference to: Human Resources Department,
Position #2954, University of La Verne, 1950 Third Street, La Verne, CA 91750.
Application materials may also be faxed to (909) 392-2791 or emailed to our
Internet address: jobs@ulv.edu. No deadline is
established. Screening of credentials will begin immediately and will continue
until the position is filled.