The Integrated Studies Program at Penn invites applications for two full-time one-year lectureships in the humanities for academic year 2017-18, with the possibility of renewal based on a review and approval of the Dean. Successful applicants will join a team teaching an innovative freshman-year curriculum across the liberal arts. Lecturers from the humanities, sciences, and social sciences will be expected to collaborate on all aspects of the delivery of the course, and influence its design and direction. They will facilitate seminar sections, grade assignments, and be expected to contribute to the overall intellectual life of the program. The position is eligible for University benefits. Review of applications will begin April 15 and will continue until the position is filled.
Eligibility is limited to applicants who will have received their Ph.D. within five years prior to the time they begin their position at Penn (August 2012 or later). Application materials are to be submitted online at: http://facultysearches.provost.upenn.edu/postings/1089.
Please include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, short writing sample, and the names and contact information of three individuals who have agreed to provide a letter of recommendation (one of which must be about strength in teaching). Recommenders will be contacted by the University with instructions on how to submit a letter of recommendation to the website.
For more information, see https://www.college.upenn.edu/integrated-studies/
The Integrated Studies Program is strongly committed to Penn's Action Plan for Faculty Diversity and Excellence and to establishing a more diverse faculty (for more information see: http://www.upenn.edu/almanac/volumes/v58/n02/diversityplan.html). The University of Pennsylvania is an EOE . Minorities/Women/Individuals with disabilities/Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Position Posting Date
03/20/2017
Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants

Posting Number
1309
Affirmative Action Statement
The University of Pennsylvania values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. The University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class status in the administration of its admissions, financial aid, educational or athletic programs, or other University-administered programs or in its employment practices. Questions or complaints regarding this policy should be directed to the Executive Director of the Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Programs, Sansom Place East, 3600 Chestnut Street, Suite 228, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6106; or (215) 898-6993 (Voice) or (215) 898-7803 ( TDD ).

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