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Biology Position Openings
Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology
Hampden-Sydney College invites applications for a full time Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology to begin in August of 2024. Applicants from all biological disciplines will be considered. Responsibilities include teaching 3 courses each semester that will include lecture and laboratory courses for our introductory-level Principles of Biology as well as the potential to offer an upper-level course appropriate to the applicant’s expertise. Competitive applicants should hold a Ph.D. in a relevant field of Biology.
Hampden-Sydney highly values the teacher/scholar model of education that focuses on undergraduate teaching, advising, and student research. Candidates must be broadly trained and dedicated to undergraduate teaching and advising. While the successful candidate will not be expected to mentor student research, we welcome candidates with research mentorship experience who would be open to engaging in projects with our students. We have an active summer research program that provides housing and support for students conducting research with faculty. The Biology Department moved into a new $40 million state-of-the-art-science building in 2022.
To apply, please upload the following via Interfolio (http://apply.interfolio.com/139109): a letter of application addressed to Dr. Michael Wolyniak, a statement of teaching philosophy, a statement on equity and inclusion which may be incorporated into the aforementioned items, a curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference. A statement of potential research activity, while not required, will also be considered. Review of applications will begin on February 15 and continue until the position is filled. Employment begins July 1, 2024.
Contact: Dr. Michael Wolyniak, Chair, Department of Biology. Telephone: (434) 223-6175; FAX: (434) 223-6374; E-mail: mwolyniak@hsc.edu; Website: http://www.hsc.edu/academics/biology/
Government and Foreign Affairs Position Openings
Assistant Professor of Government and Foreign Affairs (Comparative Politics: Latin America, Middle East)
Hampden-Sydney College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor within the Department of Government and Foreign Affairs to begin in the fall of 2024. Candidates should be broadly trained in the foundations of political thought and have teaching interests in comparative politics and institutions. An ability to teach in at least one regional area—Middle East, Latin America, East Asia—is expected. The ability to offer courses on global or regional policymaking is also welcomed. The successful applicant may participate in the college-wide Core Cultures program and teach, as needed, introductory courses in world politics. Faculty teach on a three-year course load rotation with six courses per year for two years and seven courses in the third year.
Hampden-Sydney College highly values the teacher/scholar model. Successful applicants will have a record of effective classroom teaching, a commitment to scholarly productivity, and a willingness to work with colleagues on professional service responsibilities. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in political science or a comparable degree by the time of appointment.
Please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, research statement, and three letters of reference to Dr. Celia Carroll Jones, Chair, Department of Government and Foreign Affairs, Hampden-Sydney College via Interfolio: http://apply.interfolio.com/122859. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Assistant Professor of Government and Foreign Affairs (International Law and International Relations)
Hampden-Sydney College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor within the Department of Government and Foreign Affairs to begin in the fall of 2024. Candidates should have expertise in the history and development of international law, theories of international relations, and the role of the U.S. Constitution in foreign affairs. The ability to teach courses in regional or global policymaking is also welcome. The successful applicant may participate in the college-wide Core Cultures program and teach, as needed, introductory courses in world politics Faculty teach on a three-year course load rotation with six courses per year for two years and seven courses in the third year.
Hampden-Sydney College highly values the teacher/scholar model. Successful applicants will have a record of effective classroom teaching, a commitment to scholarly productivity, and the willingness to work with colleagues on professional service responsibilities. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in political science or comparable degree by the time of appointment.
Please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, research statement, and three letters of reference to Dr. Celia Carroll Jones, Chair, Department of Government and Foreign Affairs, Hampden-Sydney College via Interfolio: http://apply.interfolio.com/126040. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Mathematics and Computer Science Position Openings
Tenure-track or Long-term Computer Science Faculty Position
The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Hampden-Sydney College invites applications for a tenure-track or long term Computer Science faculty position beginning August 2024. We seek enthusiastic candidates with a commitment to undergraduate education. The teaching load for this position is six 3-credit hour courses per year, with an additional course every third year. Applicants should have a Masters degree or Ph.D. in computer science or closely related field. We encourage candidates with a wide range of specialties to apply.
All applicants must submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, and three letters of reference. Please submit all application materials to Professor Brian Lins, Chair, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, Hampden-Sydney College via Interfolio at the following link: http://apply.interfolio.com/131318. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Assistant Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science
The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Hampden-Sydney College invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position beginning August 2024. We seek enthusiastic candidates with a commitment to undergraduate education. The successful candidate will teach a variety of math and computer science courses at both the introductory and advanced undergraduate level. The teaching load for this position is six 3-credit courses or equivalent per year, with an additional 3-credit course every third year. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in computational or applied mathematics, data science, or a closely related field.
All applicants must submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, research statement, and three letters of reference. Please submit all application materials to Professor Brian Lins, Chair, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, Hampden-Sydney College via MathJobs. Review of applications will begin in early December and continue until the position is filled.
Hampden-Sydney College is a selective liberal arts institution enrolling approximately 1000 students with a student-faculty ratio of approximately 10:1. In continuous operation since 1775, Hampden-Sydney is one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in the United States and is one of three liberal arts colleges in the United States dedicated to the education of men. Our mission is “To form good men and good citizens in an atmosphere of sound learning."
As a community, we are dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse faculty committed to working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from minoritized groups. Hampden-Sydney College values diversity, prohibits discrimination, and is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Our beautiful 1300-acre campus is less than 7 miles from downtown Farmville, home to Longwood University and the Moton Museum, which is listed on the U.S. Civil Rights Trail. The campus is located 65 miles west of Richmond, 50 miles east of Lynchburg, and 75 miles south of Charlottesville, providing abundant cultural, recreational and artistic resources.
The Annual Fire and Security Report includes campus security information, campus fire statistics, safety procedures, and provides statistics for criminal and disciplinary offenses. The report is provided annually in compliance with the Clery Act and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA). Hampden-Sydney College Annual Security and Fire Report is available at: https://www.hsc.edu/public-safety-and-police A hard copy of the Annual Security and Fire Report and/or a copy of the Fire Log are maintained at the Hampden-Sydney College Department of Public Safety and Police and will be provided upon request.