What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visiting Assistant Professor - Gender & Sexuality Studies position at Davidson College?
The Davidson College Department of Gender & Sexuality Studies (GSS) invites applications for a two-year Visiting Assistant Professor of Gender & Sexuality Studies. Area of focus is open. The successful candidate will teach one or more core GSS courses - Introduction to Gender & Sexuality Studies, Queer & Feminist Theories, Feminist & Queer Methods - as well as electives related to the candidate's field(s) of specialization.
Candidates should demonstrate strong interest in and the capacity for excellence in teaching, research, and mentorship in a liberal arts context, as well as the potential to support the college's ongoing commitment to addressing critical issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion in our curriculum and research. Ph.D. expected by July 2025.
Applicants should submit (1) cover letter; (2) curriculum vitae; and (3) sample syllabi. For full consideration, please submit application materials by February 1, 2025 online at oracle.davidson.edu. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Letters of recommendation will be requested from short-listed candidates at a later date. Inquiries may be sent to Dr. Gayle Kaufman at gakaufman@davidson.edu.
Davidson is strongly committed to achieving excellence and cultural diversity, and welcomes applications from women, members of minority groups, and others who would bring additional dimensions to the college's mission.
