Working title:
Assistant, Associate or Full Professor in Human Ecology
Official title:
PROFESSOR(C20NN) or ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR(C30NN) or ASSISTANT PROFESSOR(C40NN)
Degree and area of specialization:
Ph.D. with a specialization directly related to the nonprofit sector or community leadership. This can include fields such as human development, community development, economics, public policy and administration, social work, business, nonprofit management, urban studies, and philanthropy.
Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:
A strong record of research and publication experience in areas related to one¿s specialization,
and at a level appropriate for the rank being applied for (assistant, associate, or full).
Teaching experience focusing on topics relevant to the nonprofit sector, civil society, and
community leadership, from theoretical, program improvement, or organizing perspectives.
Demonstrated commitment to strengthening the nonprofit sector and civil society, outreach
to nonprofit organizations and/or community-based
education.
Principal duties:
This is a nine month, tenure or tenure track faculty appointment in Community and Nonprofit
Leadership in the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, School of Human Ecology at the
University of Wisconsin-Madison. The positions are closely aligned with the Schools¿s Center for
Nonprofits.
Responsibilities include the creation and maintenance of a quality research and
publication program. Faculty members teach two courses in both the Fall and Spring Semesters. At
the undergraduate level, courses could focus on topics such as governance and management,
philanthropy and service, program planning and evaluation, and communications and marketing. At
the graduate level, courses could focus on topics such as the nonprofit sector in comparative
perspective, civil society, community organizing and social entrepreneurship, teaching and
dissemination through community settings, and research methods.
The successful candidate
will be expected to take a key leadership role in at least one of three current initiatives: (1)
helping the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies implement it¿s new undergraduate major in
community and nonprofit leadership, (2) helping the School of Human Ecology launch it¿s
university-approved Center for Nonprofits, a collaborative aimed at strengthening the nonprofit
sector in Wisconsin, and (3) helping establish a new campus-wide, interdisciplinary doctoral
program on the nonprofit sector.
| Appointment type: | Faculty |
| Department(s): | SOHE/SOHE |
| Full time salary rate: | Minimum $38,540 ACADEMIC (9 months) Depending on Qualifications |
| Appointment percent: | 100% |
| Anticipated begin date: | AUGUST 24, 2009 |
| Number of positions: | 2 |
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION
Application must be received by: DECEMBER 05, 2008
HOW TO APPLY:
How to Apply:
Submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, transcripts,
and the names/contact numbers for three references to Dr. Shepherd Zeldin (at the address below).
Letters should clearly discuss how the applicant¿s qualifications and interests match the research,
teaching and service responsibilities outlined in this position description. A writing sample(s)
will be requested from finalists for the positions. References will not be contacted without
permission from the applicants.
Dr. Shep Zeldin, Search Chair
University of
Wisconsin-Madison
School of Human Ecology
Department of Interdisciplinary Studies
1300
Linden Drive, Room 120A
Madison, WI
53706-1524
Unless another application procedure has been specified above, please send resume and cover letter referring to Position Vacancy Listing #57928 to
| Dr. Shep Zeldin | Phone: 608-263-2383 |
| 1300 LINDEN DR | Fax: 608-265-1171 |
| MADISON WI 53706 | Email: rszeldin@wisc.edu |
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