Humanist Discussion Group, Vol. 14, No. 795.
Centre for Computing in the Humanities, King's College London
<http://www.princeton.edu/~mccarty/humanist/>
<http://www.kcl.ac.uk/humanities/cch/humanist/>
[1] From: Pamela Butler <Pbutler@ColoradoCollege.edu> (107)
Subject: job at Colorado College
[2] From: Charles Ess <cmess@lib.drury.edu> (29)
Subject: Job opening in interdisciplinary studies
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Date: Wed, 11 Apr 2001 09:49:23 +0100
From: Pamela Butler <Pbutler@ColoradoCollege.edu>
Subject: job at Colorado College
April 4, 2001
ADMINISTRATIVE POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
HUMANITIES: ACADEMIC TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST
Colorado College invites applications for the position of Humanities
Academic Technology Specialist with the Academic Technology Services unit
of Information Technology Services. The successful candidate will join the
academic technology specialists for the Natural Sciences and Social
Sciences, as well as the lab services coordinator, in delivering technology
support to the faculty and students of CC. Founded in 1874, Colorado
College is a private, four-year, independent coeducational liberal arts and
sciences college of 1900 undergraduate students. It is located on a
90-acre campus in downtown Colorado Springs, on the front range of the
Rocky Mountains at the foot of Pikes Peak. The College operates an
innovative, one-course-at-a-time format known as the Block Plan. The
College is committed to increasing the diversity of the college
community. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are particularly
encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths or experiences in this
area.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The Humanities Academic Technology Specialist assists faculty in their
teaching, scholarly, and professional activities by coordinating technical,
network, and user support services related to information technology. This
position involves considerable collaboration with faculty members to
integrate technology into the curriculum. This position will: instruct
faculty members in the use of desktop computers and applications; develop
WWW pages; provide training in presentation software and hardware;
supervise student workers or paraprofessionals; and actively seek and
communicate technological information to faculty members relevant to their
specific interests. Specific duties include but are not limited to:
- Provide primary support and single point-of-contact for faculty and
other users of information technology services within the departments and
programs in the Division of Humanities (art; classics; comparative
literature; drama and dance; German, Russian, and East Asian languages;
English; music; philosophy; religion; Romance languages).
- Provide assistance and information to centers and special purpose
laboratories related to the Humanities.
- Work as part of a team of divisional computing specialists and
other members of ITS staff to develop a shared academic information
technology environment. This environment draws upon the general technical
as well as the specific academic area of expertise of each specialist,
under the direct supervision of the Director of Academic Computing and User
Services.
- Must be able to support the individual technological needs of
faculty in connection with teaching and scholarship and find appropriate
technological resources, applications, and/or solutions; occasional
programming support for special projects.
- Must be committed to achieving excellence in providing service to
users.
- Regular, timely communication with the Director of Academic
Computing and User Services, as well as the Director of Information
Technology Services, regarding ongoing services provided to faculty members
is critical.
- Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
A Bachelor's degree is required. The degree, or substantial coursework or
experience, should be in an appropriate field. A minimum of three years'
experience in information technology services and previous experience in an
academic setting are also required.
Significant experience with multimedia (different peripherals and software
packages for presentation and authoring) is required, as well as a detailed
understanding of both Macintosh and Windows computing platforms as they
interact with a networked environment, and programming skills as evidenced
by previous experience with at least one computer language (e.g., C++ or
Visual Basic).
Additional requirements include strong cooperative work style and ability
to work well within a team; dedication to excellence in service and
delivery of academic technology support; excellent oral and written
communication skills, time-management and problem-solving skills; and a
strong willingness to acquire new knowledge and skills using initiative, as
required by the technical challenges in this environment. The successful
candidate will be committed to the mission of a liberal arts college, will
support and contribute to the goal of achieving greater diversity at
Colorado College, and will be able to work effectively with the many
constituencies in a college environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
An advanced degree is preferred. Additional preferred qualifications
include familiarity with client/server technology; Microsoft server
experience; familiarity with database programs, spreadsheets, and
presentation packages; HTML, Java, and web page design; a working knowledge
of specialized applications, especially those tools used by faculty members
in the Humanities.
COMPENSATION
Salary will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the
individual selected; Colorado College offers an excellent benefits package.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Review of applications will begin April 25, 2001, and will continue until
the position has been filled. Send a letter of application along with
salary requirement, current resume, and the name, address and telephone
number of three professional references to:
Humanities Technology Specialist Search
THE COLORADO COLLEGE
Human Resource Office
14 East Cache la Poudre Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Colorado College welcomes members of all groups and reaffirms its
commitment not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion,
sex, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation in its educational
programs, activities, and employment practices.
Pam Butler
Employment Specialist
The Colorado College
Human Resource Office
14 East Cache la Poudre Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
(719) 389-6222
fax: (719) 389-6926
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Date: Wed, 11 Apr 2001 09:49:50 +0100
From: Charles Ess <cmess@lib.drury.edu>
Subject: Job opening in interdisciplinary studies
Colleagues:
Please distribute to interested colleagues and potential candidates. For
more information on the Global Perspectives program, please see our website,
<www.drury.edu> and the link to GP 21,
<http://www.drury.edu/Academics/undergrad/GP21/gp21.html>
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Interdisciplinary Studies: One-year appointment as assistant professor
to teach in an integrated, interdisciplinary core program. (Successful
candidate may apply for tenure-track position to be filled next year.) Ph.D.
or A.B.D., teaching experience, especially in interdisciplinary programs,
desired. Discipline of Ph.D. open. Salary competitive. Program offers a
global studies minor and is integrated by attention to writing and oral
communication skills, values analysis, creativity, critical thinking and
global awareness. Screening will beginApril 25, 2001, and will continue
until position is filled. Send letter of interest and resume to Ted
Vaggalis, director, Center for Interdisciplinary Studies, Drury University,
900 North Benton Avenue, Springfield, MO 65802. 417-873-7379. E-mail
applications accepted: <tvaggali@drury.edu>. Women and minorities are
encouraged to apply. Drury University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Thanks!
Charles Ess
Chair, Philosophy and Religion Department
Drury University
900 N. Benton Ave. Voice: 417-873-7230
Springfield, MO 65802 USA FAX: 417-873-7435
Home page: http://www.drury.edu/Departments/phil-relg/ess.html
Co-chair, CATaC 2000: http://www.it.murdoch.edu.au/~sudweeks/catac00/
"Egos appear by setting themselves apart from other egos. Persons appear by
entering into relation to other persons." -- Martin Buber, _I and Thou_
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