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Interdisciplinary Studies: Arizona State University's
Bachelors of Interdisciplinary Studies program seeks to fill
up to three new lecturer positions, beginning May or August
1999. We seek innovative, interdisciplinary faculty committed
to teaching excellence and eager to be involved in curriculum
development. Teach four sections per semester. Courses
explore the methods and applications of interdisciplinary
studies while developing critical thinking and writing
skills. Work with BIS students in developing projects,
developmental advising, and career planning; service within
the BIS program and university. Teaching assignments may
include some evening, off-campus, and weekend classes as well
as teaching via technology-delivered media. Required
qualifications include a Ph.D. or other appropriate terminal
degree as well as teaching, training, or scholarship in
multiple disciplines or interdisciplinary studies. We require
demonstrated teaching excellence at the college or university
level. Desired experience includes work with students from
diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds and/or nontraditional
student as well as experience in curricular development and
assessing learning outcomes. For one position, preference
given to candidates with Ph.D. in social sciences or
business.

To apply submit (1) vitae, (2) letter detailing teaching
background, research, and approach to interdisciplinary
studies, specifically addressing the position's essential
functions and qualifications, (3) three letters of
recommendation, at least one of which addresses applicant's
teaching performance, (4) 1-page statement of teaching
philosophy. Send applications to Search Committee Chair,
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies, Division of
Undergraduate Academic Services, Box 873801, Arizona State
University, Tempe, Arizona 85287-3801. Applications must be
postmarked by January 8, 1999, and the first of each month
thereafter until filled. Applications will be reviewed only
after all material received. Positions are renewable annually
for the first three years (9- or 12-month contracts) and in
three-year increments thereafter.

Starting date May 1999 possible for one position. Applicants
should have adaptability to a wide range of student
interdisciplinary interests (students combine two minors with
our interdisciplinary core courses). Program details and
current syllabi available at www.asu.edu/duas/bis. Arizona
State University is a Research I university, with excellent
library, computing, and teaching facilities. ASU is located
in Tempe, part of the 2.5+ million person Phoenix
metropolitan area, with natural beauty, sublime climate, and
the resources of a major urban center. AA/EOE.