Assistant Professor of Sustainable Community Development

Northland College, an environmentally-committed college on the shores of Lake Superior, is searching for an Assistant Professor of Sustainable Community Development. Northland College has 650 students and 45 faculty and is located in Ashland, Wisconsin.

Position Overview:

This full-time, tenure-track position begins in late August 2012, and will contribute to the College's new Connections Liberal Education Curriculum.

Although the specific area of expertise for this position is flexible, the successful candidate must have a commitment to sustainable community development and be prepared to teach courses such as Introduction to Sustainable Community Development, Sustainable Community Planning, Urban Planning, Introduction to Social Responsibility and Social Marketing.

The teaching load is 3-3-1 (i.e. 7 courses total in 2 fifteen-week semesters and 1 four-week semester).

Qualifications:

A Ph.D. in Community Development, Urban/regional Planning, International Development, Public Policy, Political Science, Landscape Architecture, or a related field is required. Additional requirements include teaching experience at the college level, an active research program that will engage students in community development issues, the ability to contribute to the sustainable community development major and to Northland's collaborative liberal arts curriculum.

Compensation: $41,000 - $43,000. A comprehensive benefit summary is provided with an on-campus interview.  Domestic partner benefits are available if the criteria of domestic partnership is met.

To Apply:

To apply,  please attach a letter of interest that describes your interest in Northland College, the extent to which your experiences and qualification match the College's priorities, a curriculum vitae and contact information for 4 professional references (in PDF format).

Northland College has adopted a strategic initiative to increase the diversity of its faculty and staff. The College provides equal opportunity for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Northland College is an affirmative action employer. People of color, women, and others who would provide diverse perspectives to our College are encouraged to apply for this position. AA/EOE