American Indian Studies/Chicano Studies - University of Minnesota

From: Lisa Benjamin <benja129@umn.edu>
Subject: Job Announcement -American Indian
Studies/Chicano Studies - University of Minnesota

Dear Friends,

Please help us spread the word that the American Indian Studies Dept. &
the Chicano Studies Dept. at the University of Minnesota have an opening
for a shared tenure-track position. The
preferred area of specialty is "Indigenous Philosophies in the Americas."
Ideally we are
looking for someone who can teach across the curriculum in both departments.

The announcement is attached.

Thank you,
Edén Torres, Chair - Chicano Studies
Jean O'Brien, Chair - American Indian Studies

Apply on line:
Assistant Professor of American Indian & Chicano Studies, Requisition 158071
http://employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=75550
--
Thanks

Lisa Benjamin
University of Minnesota
Principle Administrative and Office Specialist

American Indian Studies Department &
Chicano Studies Departments

612-624-6309
aminstud@umn.edu
chicstud@umn.edu

Wednesday, September 24, 2008

Air Program Manager

Job Announcement
The La Jolla Band of Luiseño Indians has an open position for:
 
Air Program Manager
The La Jolla Indian Reservation has a vacancy for an Air Program Manager. This position will be responsible for all
aspects of an EPA CAA§103 Air Monitoring Program. This position reports to the Environmental Director.
 
Start Date: Approximately October 2008
The position has the
following responsibilities:
• Provides direction, planning, supervision and
management for the program
• Operate air quality and meteorological
instrumentation
• Develop air quality codes or ordinances
• Emissions inventory, air quality database,
BMP's, AQI, etc
• Willingness to complete training courses
• Must be able to travel for trainings,
conferences, etc
• Able to supervise employees hired to
accomplish tasks for the program
• Must be highly motivated and work well
with others
• Conduct public outreach
• Other related duties as assigned
The ideal candidate will have the  
following qualifications:
• High school diploma, preference for
BA/BS or Masters in related field
• Background in math
• Must be able to work with or without
direct supervision
• Knowledge of GIS is helpful
• Proficient on office computer and
software applications (Word, Excel,
Access, etc.)
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot
scientific instrumentation
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to maintain effective working
relationships with people of varied
backgrounds
• Valid CA drivers license
Starting Pay Rate: Based on experience, range $35,360 - $43,680
Applications Due: 10/17/08
 
All interested persons are encouraged to apply. Applications are available at the La Jolla Tribal Office and application or
resume should be submitted to the La Jolla Environmental Protection Office at the address or e-mail below. For questions
please contact Rob Roy, La Jolla Environmental Director, at (760) 742-3790 ext 311.
 
La Jolla Band of Indians – Environmental Protection Office: 22000 Highway 76, Pauma Valley, CA 92061 –
lajollagis@yahoo.com, (760) 742-3790, Fax - (760) 742-4506.
 
Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the Tribe to provide equal employment opportunity through affirmative action in
all of its operations and personnel practices, Employees, applicants or participants will mot be discriminated against on the basis of
race, ethnic origin, religion, sex, color, age, or physical handicap.
 
Indian Preference Policy: In accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (25 USC 472), preference in filling this vacancy will
be given to qualified Indian candidates who present proof of eligibility for Indian Preference. Verification on BIA Form 5-4432 or
from Tribal ID card must be provided with the application.
 
Notice of Drug Free Workplace Requirements
The La Jolla Band of Luiseño Indians is committed to maintaining a drug free working environment and to comply with the Drug-Free
Workplace Act of  1998, 45CFR, part 76, subpart F. The interested candidate must be able to pass a drug-screening test and maintain a
drug free and professional working environment.

UCI Dept of Psychology and Social Behavior

School of Social Ecology

Department of Psychology and Social Behavior

Social or Personality Psychology

Position: Assistant/Associate Professor, Tenure-Track

The Department of Psychology and Social Behavior at the University of
California, Irvine invites applications for a faculty position at the
assistant or early associate professor level in social or personality
psychology. The particular area of specialization is open, but the
candidate's substantive interests should complement those of the social,
personality, developmental, health, clinical, community, cognitive, and
cultural psychologists in the department. Successful candidates for this
position will have a strong record of research with potential to attract
extramural funding and evidence of a commitment to excellent teaching and
mentoring.

Review of applications begins on October 1, 2008, and will continue until
an appropriate candidate is found. Application materials must be
submitted electronically (please refer to the Employment link at the
following website for instructions: http://socialecology.uci.edu/ -- see
link below). Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of
research and teaching interests, representative publications, and arrange
to have three letters of recommendation uploaded electronically.

Click here to review the instructions and apply

Click here for more information about the Department of Psychology and
Social Behavior

The University of California, Irvine, an equal opportunity employer
committed to excellence through diversity, has an active career partner
program and a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Gender Equity Program.
(OEOD-4169)
Post: 08/18/08, Close: 10/01/0

Tuesday, September 2, 2008

UCI Dept of History Professor - ore-1800 South Asian History

School of Humanities

Department of History

South Asia pre-1800

Position: Tenure Track Assistant Professor or Beginning Tenured Associate
Professor Level

The Department of History at the University of California, Irvine invites
applications for a position in pre-1800 South Asian history. The
department will appoint at the tenure track assistant or tenured beginning
associate professor level, contingent upon qualifications. All research
specializations in Ancient, Medieval, and Early Modern South Asian History
are welcome to apply. Preference will be given to candidates who can
participate in the department's World History program. Start date: July
1, 2009.

Please apply on line at http://recruit.ap.uci.edu and submit a cover
letter and cv. In addition, please send an article length writing sample
and three letters of recommendation (under separate cover) to:
Vinayak Chaturvedi
Chair, South Asia Search Committee
Department of History
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA 92697-3275
To ensure consideration, materials must be received by November 7, 2008.
Additional information about the UCI Department of History and the School
of Humanities can be found at http://www.humanities.uci.edu/history.

The University of California, Irvine, is an Equal Opportunity Employer
committed to excellence through diversity and has an Advance Program
(http://advance.uci.edu/) for Faculty Equity and Diversity.
(OEOD-4186)
Post: 08/19/08, Close: 11/07/08

UNM-NAS Assistant Professor search

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The University of New Mexico
University College/Native American Studies
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
Job Requisition # 6475

The University of New Mexico seeks to establish a tenure-track faculty
appointment at the Assistant Professor level in Native American Studies.
This is a full-time appointment in the Native American Studies Program,
housed in University College. The successful candidate will teach in the
Native American Studies program and work collaboratively with other
faculty to develop and deliver curricula which supports the Native
Leadership and Self Determination concentration in the Bachelor's of Arts
degree in Native Studies. It is expected that the successful candidate
will also actively mentor, advise, tutor, and guide both Native American
and non-Native American students in the program.

The University of New Mexico is a comprehensive Carnegie Doctoral /
Research –Extensive University and a U.S. Department of Education Minority
public institution which serves some 30,000 students each academic term.
Offering degree programs at Bachelors, Masters, and Doctoral levels in 85
areas of study, UNM is fortunate to be in a state with a significant
population of Native Americans. The University of New Mexico welcomes its
responsibility to encourage and support the educational achievements of
both Native American and non-Native American students.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Applicant must possess a Ph.D. in a Social Science discipline such as
American Studies, Native American Studies, Sociology, and Political
Science or a related field.

Desired Qualifications:
• Specialization in Social Science research and implementation related to
American Indian social issues, leadership studies and/or community
development.
• Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate and graduate education.
• Teaching experience at the undergraduate level.
• Ability to obtain grant funding as demonstrated by previous
post-doctoral awards or successful grant applications.

The University of New Mexico actively seeks and encourages nominations of
and applications from individuals who are from under-represented groups. A
complete application consists of a letter of intent addressing the
candidate's ability to fulfill the duties outlined above, as well as,
meeting the qualifications for the position, a current curriculum vita,
and contact information for at least three professional references. Please
indicate Job Requisition # 6475. This appointment will begin on August
17, 2009. For best consideration, all applications materials must be
received by September 19, 2008; however, the position is open until
filled.

Nominations and applications should be submitted to:
The University of New Mexico
Native American Studies
MSC 06 3740
Dr. Gregory Cajete, c/o Delia Halona
Mesa Vista Hall Rm. 3080
Albuquerque, NM. 87131-001
Telephone: 505-277-3917

The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer, Educator. For additional information about UNM see
http://www.unm.edu