Jobs: Tenure-track position at Bowdoin College, Maine‏

The German Department at Bowdoin College seeks applications for a tenure-track position in German studies, with preference for research in 20th and 21st century beginning fall 2014. Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching at all levels of German language and the cultures of the German-speaking countries. Promise of ongoing scholarly engagement and proven success in teaching are expected, as is an ongoing commitment to curricular innovation. Near-native fluency in German and English required. Teaching load: two preparations (6-9 hours) per semester. Expertise to complement existing specialties in the department.  Applicants who can offer interdisciplinary perspectives or connections to other departments or programs on campus are desired. Ph.D. expected by time of appointment.

A highly selective liberal arts college on the Maine coast with a diverse student body made up of 31% students of color, 5% international students and approximately 15% first generation college students, Bowdoin College is committed to equality and diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will enrich and contribute to the cultural, socio-economic, and ethnic diversity of our college. Bowdoin College does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, or disability status in employment, or in our education programs. For more information about Bowdoin and the department, see www.bowdoin.edu/german.

Bowdoin College offers strong support for faculty research and teaching. We recognize that recruiting and retaining faculty may involve considerations of spouses and domestic partners. To that end, where possible, the College will attempt to accommodate and respond creatively to the needs of spouses and partners of members of the faculty.

Please visit https://careers.bowdoin.edu to submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a statement of research plans, a statement of teaching philosophy, and the names and contact information for three references who have agreed to provide letters of recommendation. Review of applications will begin November 8, 2013.

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