8 October, 2007

Studies in Women and Gender at the University of Virginia invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 25, 2008. Responsibilities include teaching half-time in Studies in Women and Gender, and half-time in the department of appointment. Disciplinary specialization is open. Candidates must have demonstrated expertise in women and gender studies, with a focus on contemporary African-American women. We seek candidates whose research and teaching examine intersections of gender with race and ethnicity, class, sexuality and/or other forms of identity. Areas of special interest include women’s health and the environment; science and technology; gendered literary and visual representations; and/or media and popular culture.

We encourage applications from women and minorities and from candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the University community through their research, teaching, and service. Ph.D. in hand by time of appointment. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2007. The position will remain open until filled. Candidates should submit a letter of application describing qualifications; CV; statement of  teaching philosophy; and one sample of written work. Please apply online at:

jobs.virginia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52741 .

Please send a copy of academic transcripts and arrange to have three letters of recommendation mailed to: Chair, Search Committee, Studies in Women and Gender, University of Virginia, Minor Hall 227, Box 400172, Charlottesville VA 22904-4172.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. For further information, please contact: Chair, Search Committee, Studies in Women and Gender, at the address listed above, (434)982-2961, or swaguva@virginia.edu.

The University of Chicago Department of Anthropology seeks to add to its faculty in sociocultural and linguistic anthropology during the next two-year period, preferably at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor rank. Area of specialization is less important a consideration than theoretical innovation emerging from rigorous analysis of empirical material. To apply, please send a current curriculum vitae (including the names and contact information for at least four referees); a one page précis of your dissertation or most recent published monograph; and a detailed letter that describes your research, publication, and professional profile; your research and publication plans for the next 3-5 year period; and your plans for teaching at both graduate and undergraduate levels. To ensure full consideration, these preliminary application materials must be received by October 15, 2007.

Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Materials should be sent to: Chair, Committee on Faculty Recruitment, Department of Anthropology, University of Chicago, 1126 East 59th Street, Chicago, Illinois 60637-1580, U.S.A. The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.