University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, Program in the History of Medicine
Assistant Professor, History of 19th and/or 20th Century Medicine
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Minnesota, United States |
Position: | Assistant Professor |
Required:
- Must hold a PhD in history of medicine or related field.
- Applicant may still be finalizing terminal degree with a completion date no later than Aug. 1st, 2018
Preferred:
- 1-2 years of teaching experience.
- Research publication.
Area of Specialization:
- History of 19th and/or 20th century medicine.
Areas of Competence:
- Ability to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in the history of medicine. Candidates will be assessed according to overall academic preparation in the history of medicine, the relevance of their research to the program’s academic priorities and the field of inquiry, evidence of commitment to teaching, and skills as a teacher.
This search is for a nine-month contract Assistant Professor. The competitive salary includes full benefits, a comprehensive summary of available benefits can be found here . The appointee will be expected to teach undergraduate courses in Technology and Medicine in Modern America (HMED 3075) and Healthcare in History II (HMED 3002), plus two additional courses including an upper division course in the history of medicine that would complement the existing course schedule https://www.hstm.umn.edu/undergraduate/courses-offered and a possible graduate seminar in the history of medicine. The appointee will also be expected to be an active member of the Graduate Program in the History of Science, Technology, and Medicine and provide advice to HSTM graduate students.
The Program in the History of Medicine (HMED) at the University of Minnesota is affiliated with the Program in the History of Science and Technology (HST) in the College of Science and Engineering, together forming the Graduate Program in the History of Science, Technology and Medicine (HSTM). The HMED program is located in the Medical School and has strong connections with the College of Science and Engineering, the College of Biological Sciences, and the Minnesota Center for Philosophy of Science. The HSTM program offers M.A. and Ph.D. degrees and teaches undergraduate students from across the University. For further information, please visit the Program website at http://www.hstm.umn.edu.
Applications must be submitted online.
To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Activities" page and uploading documents there. This position requires: Curriculum Vitae, Statement of Teaching and Research Interests, and a Sample Publication or Writing. In addition to the materials submitted with the online application, candidates must be able to provide three letters of reference upon request.
Review of Applications will begin April 1, 2018.
This position will remain open until filled.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).
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About the U of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
Contact: |
Dominique Tobbell, PhD, Director, Program in the History of Medicine: dtobbell@umn.edu
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Website: | https://www.myu.umn.edu/psp/psprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&SiteId=1&FOCUS=Applicant&JobOpeningId=321707&PostingSeq=1 |
Primary Category: | History of Science, Medicine, and Technology |
Secondary Categories: | None |
Posting Date: | 02/07/2018 |
Closing Date | 06/01/2018 |