Dr. Thomas Tam Visiting Professorship (Visiting Associate/Full Professor)

THE CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Hunter College, Queens College, or The Graduate Center

Title

Dr. Thomas Tam Visiting Professorship, Asian-American Studies (Visiting Associate or Full Professor)

Location/Department

Asian American/Asian Research Institute and Campus Based Academic Department

Position Detail

2010 - 2011 Academic Year (One Semester or Full Year)

FLSA Status

Exempt

Compensation

Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Web Site

http://www.aaari.info/

Notice Number

FY16713

Closing Date

December 15, 2009

POSITION DESCRIPTION AND DUTIES

The City University of New York is hiring a Visiting Professor at the associate or full professor rank for the Dr. Thomas Tam Visiting Professorship in Asian-American Studies. The position is for the 2010 - 2011 academic year, or possibly for one semester of that year (if preferred by the candidate and agreed upon by the University).

The Dr. Thomas Tam Visiting Professor will be based at one of the three CUNY campuses participating in the search, Hunter, Queens, or the Graduate Center. He or she will teach one class a semester at that campus and will engage with students and faculty members during the appointment. The Dr. Thomas Tam Visiting Professor will participate in public events designed to raise the visibility of scholarship in Asian American studies. This will include working closely with CUNY’s Asian American/Asian Research Institute (AAARI), a University-wide institute that promotes undergraduate and graduate education in Asian-American studies and seeks to educate civic, business, academic leaders, and the general public, on issues of concern to the Asian American community.

This distinctive position presents an opportunity for a leading scholar to work in New York City’s diverse and dynamic environment while also working with AAARI and with CUNY faculty to develop and enrich the CUNY research agenda in Asian American studies. The search committee contains representatives of the three CUNY colleges involved in the search, with appointment to a particular college dependent on that college’s goals and academic priorities. Faculty on sabbatical are encouraged to apply.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

An earned terminal degree is required. Demonstrated teaching, and substantial research experience, expertise and publications on the Asian American experience are required. Areas of focus may include: trends and evolution of Asian American communities, civic and political engagement, entrepreneurship and economic development, religious and ethnic identity, gender and sexuality, intergenerational relations, critical race theory, diaspora and transnational experiences and communities and others.

TO APPLY

Please send CV, letter of intent, and contact information for at least 3 references by the above closing date to:

Address:

Search Committee: Dr. Thomas Tam Visiting Professorship
City University of New York
Office of Academic Affairs
535 East 80th Street, 6th Floor
New York, New York 10075

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THE CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Hunter College, Queens College, or The Graduate Center

Title		Dr. Thomas Tam Visiting Professorship, Asian-American Studies (Visiting Associate or Full Professor)
Location/Department		Asian American/Asian Research Institute and Campus Based Academic Department

Position Detail		2010 - 2011 Academic Year (One Semester or Full Year)
FLSA Status		Exempt
Compensation		Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Web Site		http://www.aaari.info/
Notice Number		FY16713
Closing Date		December 15, 2009

POSITION DESCRIPTION AND DUTIES

	The City University of New York is hiring a Visiting Professor at the associate or full professor rank for the Dr. Thomas Tam Visiting Professorship in Asian-American Studies. The position is for the 2010 - 2011 academic year, or possibly for one semester of that year (if preferred by the candidate and agreed upon by the University). The Dr. Thomas Tam Visiting Professor will be based at one of the three CUNY campuses participating in the search, Hunter, Queens, or the Graduate Center. He or she will teach one class a semester at that campus and will engage with students and faculty members during the appointment. The Dr. Thomas Tam Visiting Professor will participate in public events designed to raise the visibility of scholarship in Asian American studies. This will include working closely with CUNY’s Asian American/Asian Research Institute (AAARI), a University-wide institute that promotes undergraduate and graduate education in Asian-American studies and seeks to educate civic, business, academic leaders, and the general public, on issues of concern to the Asian American community. This distinctive position presents an opportunity for a leading scholar to work in New York City’s diverse and dynamic environment while also working with AAARI and with CUNY faculty to develop and enrich the CUNY research agenda in Asian American studies. The search committee contains representatives of the three CUNY colleges involved in the search, with appointment to a particular college dependent on that college’s goals and academic priorities. Faculty on sabbatical are encouraged to apply.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

	An earned terminal degree is required. Demonstrated teaching, and substantial research experience, expertise and publications on the Asian American experience are required. Areas of focus may include: trends and evolution of Asian American communities, civic and political engagement, entrepreneurship and economic development, religious and ethnic identity, gender and sexuality, intergenerational relations, critical race theory, diaspora and transnational experiences and communities and others.

TO APPLY		Please send CV, letter of intent, and contact information for at least 3 references by the above closing date to:
Address:		Search Committee: Dr. Thomas Tam Visiting Professorship City University of New York Office of Academic Affairs 535 East 80th Street, 6th Floor New York, New York 10075