The University of Missouri announces a position opening:
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI
College of Education
School of Information Science & Learning Technologies
Position: Assistant or Associate Professor in Library and Information Science
The School of Information Science and Learning Technologies seeks applicants for one (1) tenure-track position in library and information science.
Responsibilities: Include teaching as part of the master’s program as well as contributing to the doctoral program in Information Science and Learning Technologies; advising master’s and doctoral students; assisting with curricular and policy matters of the School; conducting independent and collaborative inquiry and research, publishing and presenting research result; seeking external funding for instructions and inquiry.
Qualifications:
Desired Characteristics:
School of Information Science and Learning Technologies (SISLT)
SISLT is one of five academic units within the College of Education. The School offers master’s programs in Library Science and Educational Technology and a Ph.D. program in Information Science and Learning Technologies. For information please visit our Web site at: http://sislt.missouri.edu.
MU College of Education
The College of Education is one of 19 schools/colleges at MU. It has approximately 1,700 graduate students and 1,300 undergraduate students and approximately 86 tenure/tenure track faculty and 220 non-tenure track faculty. It has many research collaborations and professional organizations providing faculty and students with outstanding research opportunities. Cultural diversity is an important goal supported by the School, College and University. Find us on line at: http://education.missouri.edu.
University of Missouri (MU)
MU, a Doctoral/Research Extensive Institution, is the flagship institution of the University of Missouri’s four-campus system and is the oldest state university west of the Mississippi River. It is located in Columbia, a community of approximately 100,000. Within close proximity to St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is rated as of one of the best small cities in the US by Money magazine. MU’s enrollment is approximately 32,400. It is one of the most comprehensive and diverse universities in the United States, and proudly embraces the land grant mission. See http://www.missouri.edu for more information.
Salary and Rank
Competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Appointment
The position is a nine-month, tenure-track appointment beginning August 20, 2012. Appointment beginning January 17, 2012 is also possible.
Application Procedures
Apply online at http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/academic providing the information below:
Formal review of applications will begin September 15, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled.
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and is a receptient of a National Science Foundation ADVANCE grant which seeks the promotion and advancement of women in engineering. Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To request ADA accommodations, please contact the College of Education at 573-882-8311.
John M. Budd
Professor, School of Information Science & Learning Technologies
University of Missouri
303 Townsend Hall
Columbia, MO 65211
Phone: 573.882.3258
Fax: 573.884.4944
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