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Working/Functional Title

Anishinaabemowin Instr/Ast Professor Fixed Term

Position Summary

The Department of Linguistics, Languages, and Cultures together with the American Indian and Indigenous Studies Program in the College of Arts and Letters at Michigan State University seeks applicants for either a full-time instructor or assistant professor, fixed-term, to teach Anishinaabemowin language and culture. This is a nine-month, academic year position to begin August 16, 2024 with the initial appointment lasting through August 15, 2027 with possibility for renewal. Rank is determined by highest degree, with a Master’s degree required for an instructor position and a PhD required for an assistant professor position. All degrees must be conferred by the time of hire. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Typically, non-tenure system faculty in the College teach three courses per semester. In this case, the initial three-year appointment entails teaching four courses in the first academic year (2024-2025) and five courses each year in the second and third years (2025-2027). The remaining two course equivalent in the first year and one course equivalent in the second and third years will be devoted to curriculum and program development. Each year, the successful candidate is expected to teach two courses on Anishnaabe culture in the American Indian and Indigenous Studies (AIIS) program and/or the Center for Integrative Studies in the Arts & Humanities (IAH), plus two Anishinaabemowin courses in the first year, and three in the subsequent two years. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate

Minimum Requirements

• Successful candidates must hold a post-secondary degree and demonstrate the ability to teach Anishinaabemowin language and culture.
• Master’s degree required for an instructor position and a PhD required for an assistant professor position.
• Demonstrated advanced proficiency in Anishinaabemowin required.

Desired Qualifications

• A Master’s degree or higher in Indigenous language and culture instruction or other area of expertise related to Great Lakes Anishnaabe culture and/or Indigenous language revitalization.
• Interest or experience in curriculum and program development.

Required Application Materials

Qualified applicants should submit

1. a cover letter
2. current curriculum vitae
3. A 1-page summary of your philosophy of diversity, equity, and inclusion as it pertains to intellectual leadership in the areas of teaching/curriculum development, research/creative activities, service, outreach, advising, and/or administration. The statement should also include an explanation of related past or planned activities/endeavors as well as how the candidate will advance MSU’s goals of inclusive excellence. For more about MSU’s DEI efforts, see https://inclusion.msu.edu/. For more information about writing diversity statements, see https://cal.msu.edu/documents/cal-guidelines-for-the-writing-of-diversity-statements/ 
4. the names and email addresses of 3 potential referees.

Special Instructions

Review of applications will begin April 15, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications must be submitted electronically to the Michigan State University Human Resources website http://careers.msu.edu.

For more information, contact Danielle Steider, Chair of the Search Committee at steider@msu.edu.

Persons with disabilities have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodation.

Review of Applications Begins On

04/15/2024

Website

lilac.msu.edu

Department Statement

The College of Arts & Letters recognizes that only an academic and organizational culture, which actively seeks out and strengthens diverse voices and perspectives among its members results in true excellence. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The College of Arts & Letters is particularly interested in candidates of all backgrounds who are committed to the principle that intellectual leadership is achieved through open access and pro-active inclusion. 

MSU Statement

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