Gender and Women’s Studies

Gender and Women’s Studies

The Department of Gender and Women’s Studies at the University of Kentucky seeks a faculty member for a tenure track position. Rank is open. PhD or other terminal degree required for appointment. Area of specialization is open, but a strong preference will be given to applicants with research and teaching interests in one or more of the following: cultural/media studies, literary studies, history of feminist thought. The Department has a specialization in body studies in transnational, transracial context, and we welcome applications both within and outside this research area. Evidence of scholarly achievement and teaching experience in gender and/or women’s studies appropriate for rank in a Research I university is required. Teaching load is two courses per semester; teaching responsibilities will include graduate, undergraduate, and introductory courses. Please see our website: http://www.as.uky.edu/GWS

Please send all inquiries to Betty Pasley at Betty.Pasley@uky.edu

Candidates should send an application letter (including a discussion of research and teaching), a curriculum vita, writing sample and three letters of recommendation to:
Dr. Susan Bordo, Chair of the Search Committee
Department of Gender and Women’s Studies
112 Breckinridge Hall
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 40506-0056

Completed applications should be submitted by October 15, 2010 for full consideration. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Position will commence in Fall of 2011.

The University of Kentucky is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity University that values diversity and is located in an increasingly diverse geographical region. It is committed to becoming one of the top public institutions in the country. Women, persons with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.