California State University, Fullerton

LIBERAL STUDIES

TENURE TRACK POSITION: NATURAL SCIENCES

The Liberal Studies Program at California State University Fullerton invites applications for a Tenure Track position begin Fall semester 2002. Liberal Studies is a unique, long-established and growing interdisciplinary program that provides faculty and students with the opportunity to study, teach, and integrate academic interests in the humanities and arts, the natural sciences and the social sciences.

California State University, Fullerton, serves approximately 29,000 students of diverse backgrounds and ages. The campus is located in Orange County, part of the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area. More than 1200 students major in Liberal Studies.

Position: The department is seeking applicants with specializations in the history of the natural sciences, especially the physical sciences, to teach in the interdisciplinary Liberal Studies core program. Teaching responsibilities include (1) covering the science component of a team-taught two semester survey of cultural history from antiquity to the 19th century, and (2) conducting a one semester interdisciplinary course on the character and aims of 20th century science, current theories and knowledge, and the role of science and technology in contemporary society. Program faculty also have opportunities to develop courses in their areas of specialization. Released time may be available for activities such as instructional research, course development, and departmental responsibilities. Faculty advise undergraduate students and serve on academic committees. Positive tenure and promotion decisions require excellent teaching as well as research, peer-reviewed publication, and participation in the broader disciplinary community.

Qualifications: Ph. D. degree or equivalent terminal degree in a discipline relevant to the Liberal Studies core program is required. The successful applicant must demonstrate interest in teaching in an interdisciplinary setting as well as competence to explain the main 20th century scientific experiments and theories, especially in the physical sciences, to students who do not have strong preparation in the sciences.

Rank and Salary: Tenure track academic year appointment at the rank of assistant professor. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Starting Date: The 2002-2003 academic year begins on August 22, 2002.

Application Deadline: Applications received by December 1, 2001 are assured of full consideration.

Send letter of application, vita, evidence of teaching excellence or promise, and at least three recent letter of recommendation to:

Chair, Selection Committee
Liberal Studies/EC-622
California State University, Fullerton
P.O. Box 6868
Fullerton, CA 92834-6868

CSUF's Jim Hofmann will be available at the November HSS meeting in Denver for further information.