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 Assistant Professor of Computer Science (Tenure-Track)

Assistant Professor of Biology (Tenure-Track)

Assistant Professor Mathematics (Tenure-Track)

Assistant Professor, Philosophy

Lecturer, English

Assistant Professor of Computer Science
(Tenure-Track)

Opening Status:  Receiving Applications

Starting Date:  August 2010

Salary:  $48,000 - $52,000 (9 month contract)

Qualifications:  Doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in Computer Science or related field is required.  Teaching experience is preferred.

Candidate Profile:  All candidates with the required and/or preferred qualifications are encouraged to apply.  Candidates with interdisciplinary degrees and/or backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.  All areas of specialization will be considered, including:  Bioinformatics and Computational Biology, Mathematics, Formal Methods, Algorithms, Languages, Computer and Sensor Networks, Software Engineering, Agile Methods, Computer Security, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Graphics and Game Design, Geographic Information Systems, Natural Systems Modeling, Human Computer Interaction, Business and Information Systems, and Information Technology.

Position Responsibilities:  This positions reports directly to the Chair of the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.  The instructor is responsible for teaching an average of 24 credits per academic year in the Natural Sciences and Mathematics Division, student advising, and service as well as other duties as assigned by the division chair.

1. Teaching:  a)  Instruction:  Teach courses in computer science, courses in the area of specialization, and courses in related fields.  Teaching includes course design, delivery, and student assessment and grading.  b)  Curriculum Development:  Assess, improve, and develop courses as needed.  c)  Advising:  Advise students and perform tasks related to student recruitment and retention.

2. Scholarly Activity and Professional Development:  a)  Scholarly activities:  Perform scholarly activities such as research and/or direction of undergraduate research.  b)  Professional Development:  Keep up to date with knowledge advancement in the field, as well as educational methods and techniques.

3. Service:  Perform service duties for a) the college, b) the division, and c) the community.  Devise and perform tasks with the objective of successful implementation and growth of the computer science programs, and the goal of sustainable growth of the division, the college, the profession, and the community.  Examples of tasks in this category are:  assess and improve computer science programs, participate in college-wise and/or division-wise committees, perform peer evaluations, and participate in professional and/or service organizations.

College:  Lewis-Clark State College (LCSC) is a public regional college, founded in 1893, with a three-part role and mission as a traditional baccalaureate college, a technical college, and a community college for north central Idaho.  The College offers undergraduate instruction in the liberal arts & sciences as well as in professional and applied technical programs.  Lewis-Clark State College offers a diverse environment with students from over 30 countries and 25 states and faculty from around the world.  The college has low student-to-faculty ratio.

The Area:  LCSC is located in Lewiston, Idaho.  The city of Lewiston is located at the confluence of the scenic Snake and Clearwater rivers in the North Idaho panhandle.  The city offers a small town atmosphere that is a convenient drive to major cities, such as Boise, Portland, and Seattle.  Lewiston is also less than an hour's drive from the cities of Moscow, Idaho and Pullman, Washington, homes to The University of Idaho and Washington State University respectively.  The area offers unmatched outdoor recreational opportunities for all seasons such as:  skiing, rafting and water sports, camping, hiking, golfing, fishing, and hunting, as well as miles of groomed running and bike trails conveniently close to campus.  Several million acres of state and federal parks, forests, and recreational areas are within less than a day of driving distance, such as:  The Idaho Panhandle National Historic Park; and  The Wallowa Lake Oregon State Park.

Computer Science:  Computer Science at LCSC is a relatively new and growing program in the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.  It is a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary program that has developed strong ties with other programs in the division and with other academic and technical divisions within the college.  The Computer Science program currently offers four different emphasis areas:  Computer Science and Mathematics, Business Information Systems, Information Technology, and Web-Development.  Addition of new emphasis areas will be considered. 

Application Procedure:  To apply, please send, to the email address indicated below, an email with the following document attachments in PDF format only:

1. Letter of Application (addressed to Computer Science Search Committee)

2. Curriculum Vitae (including a list of references),

3. Teaching Statement,

4. Statement of Research Interests and Philosophy,

5. Unofficial Transcripts, and

6. Three Letters of Recommendation*
   *Letters of Recommendation must be sent directly by the letter writer to the email address indicated below.  Recommendation letter submissions should clearly indicate the applicant's last name, first name, and the term "REC. LETTER" in the subject and within the email body.
   

Email Subject and Attachments Labeling:  Please, include in the subject of your email submission the phrase "APPLICATION for Assistant Professor in Computer Science".  Also, please label the attached PDF files appropriately including your last name, first name, and document type (1-AL, 2-CV, 3-TS, 4-RS, 5-UT).

Only electronic submission to the email address below will be accepted.

Human Resource Services, Lewis-Clark State College Email:  hr@lcsc.edu

Application Deadline:  Review of applications will begin December 1, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.

Hiring for this position will be contingent upon the continuation of appropriated funds.

Lewis-Clark State College enhances and promotes the free exchange of ideas in an environment that celebrates the dignity, worth and contribution of all ethnic cultural backgrounds.  Lewis-Clark State College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong commitment to the principle of diversity.  We have a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, handicap, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran.

Assistant Professor of Biology
(Tenure Track)

Opening Status:  Receiving Applications

Starting Date:  August 2010

Position Title:  Assistant Professor of Biology (Tenure-Track)

Salary:  $45,000 - $48,000 (9 month contract)

Qualifications:  Doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in Biology or related field is required.  Teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities:  Teaching responsibilities include Pathophysiology, and other courses potentially including Introduction to the Natural Sciences, Development Biology, Anatomy & Physiology and courses in the area of specialty as well as the direction of undergraduate research.  Additional responsibilities of student advising, participation in departmental and college service activities, professional development activities, and student recruitment and retention.

College:  Lewis-Clark State College (LCSC) is a public regional college, founded in 1893, with a three-part role and mission as a traditional baccalaureate college, a technical college, and a community college for north central Idaho.  The College offers undergraduate instruction in the liberal arts & sciences as well as in professional and applied technical programs.  Lewis-Clark State College offers a diverse environment with students from over 30 countries and 35 states and faculty from around the world.  The college has low student-to-faculty ratio.

Application Procedure:  Please send a letter of application, statements of teaching philosophy and research interests, CV, unofficial transcripts, and three letters of reference to Human Resource Services, Biology Search Committee, Lewis-Clark State College, 500 8th Avenue, Lewiston, ID 83501.

Application Deadline:  Review of applications will begin December 1, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.

Lewis-Clark State College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer which promotes the free exchange of ideas in an environment that celebrates the dignity, worth, and contributions of all individuals.  In that spirit, we seek a broad spectrum of candidates including women, people from all cultural backgrounds, and individuals with disabilities. 

Hiring for this position will be contingent upon the continuation of appropriated funds.

Assistant Professor of Mathematics
(Tenure Track)

Starting Date:  August 2010

Position Title:  Assistant Professor of Mathematics (Tenure Track)

Salary:  $44,000 - $48,000 (9 month contract)

Qualifications:  Doctoral degree in mathematics required; evidence of excellence in teaching and demonstrated research in Analysis preferred.

Responsibilities:  Teaching responsibilities include a range of general education, service and majors courses.  The position also includes opportunities to direct undergraduate research.  Additional responsibilities include student advising, participation in departmental and college service activities, professional development activities, and student recruitment and retention.

College:  Lewis-Clark State College (LCSC) is a public regional college, founded in 1893, with a three-part role and mission as a traditional baccalaureate college, a technical college, and a community college for north central Idaho.  The College offers undergraduate instruction in the liberal arts & sciences as well as in professional and applied technical programs.  Lewis-Clark State College offers a diverse environment with students from over 30 countries and 25 states and faculty from around the world.  The college has low student-to-faculty ratio.

Deadline:  CV, letter of application, statements of teaching and research interests and philosophy, unofficial transcripts, and three letters of references should be submitted to Human Resource Services, Mathematics Search Committee, Lewis-Clark State College, 500 8th Avenue, Lewiston, Idaho 83501, telephone number: (208) 792-2269.  Application review will begin December 7, 2009.

Lewis-Clark State College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer which promotes the free exchange of ideas in an environment that celebrates the dignity, worth, and contributions of all individuals.  In that spirit, we seek a broad spectrum of candidates including women, people from all cultural backgrounds, and individuals with disabilities. 

Hiring for this position will be contingent upon the continuation of appropriated funds.

Assistant Professor, Philosophy

Starting Date:  August 17, 2010

Salary & Position Title:  Assistant Professor; $42,000 - $44,000

Qualifications:  Ph.D. in Philosophy.

Responsibilities:  The successful candidate will have a specialization in Ethics and a strong Generalist background.  Logic or aesthetics are especially welcome as secondary areas.  Course assignments will include online instruction.  The successful candidate will develop interdisciplinary leadership in critical inquiry.  Student advising, service, and scholarly/creative activity are ongoing responsibilities.

College:  Lewis-Clark State College is a regional college, founded in 1893, with a three-part role and mission as a traditional baccalaureate college, a technical college, and a community college for north central Idaho.  The College offers undergraduate instruction in the liberal arts & sciences as well as in professional and applied technical programs.

Deadline:  Resume, cover letter, statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of successful teaching, and three letters of recommendation should be submitted to Philosophy Search Committee, c/o Human Resource Services, Lewis-Clark State College, 500 8th Avenue, Lewiston, ID 83501, Phone:  (208) 792-2269, Fax (208) 792-2872, Email hr@lcsc.edu.  Complete applications are due by January 20, 2010.

Lewis-Clark State College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer which promotes the free exchange of ideas in an environment that celebrates the dignity, worth, and contributions of all individuals.  In that spirit, we seek a broad spectrum of candidates including women, people from all cultural backgrounds, and individuals with disabilities.

Lecturer, English

Starting Date:  August 17, 2010

Salary & Position Title:  $32,000 - $33,000; Lecturer

Qualifications:  M.A., or M.F.A. in English.

Responsibilities:  The successful candidate will teach 24 credits/year (generally 8 courses) in Developmental Composition, College Writing, and Research Writing, primarily, and first-year literature courses occasionally.  Course assignments may include online instruction. The candidate will participate in service to the division as assigned.

College:  Lewis-Clark State College is a regional college, founded in 1893, with a three-part role and mission as a traditional baccalaureate college, a technical college, and a community college for north central Idaho.  The College offers undergraduate instruction in the liberal arts & sciences as well as in professional and applied technical programs.

Deadline:  Letter of application, statement of teaching philosophy, vita, unofficial transcripts of graduate studies, and three reference letters with reference contact information should be sent to Human Resource Services, English Lecturer Search Committee, Lewis-Clark State College, 500 8th Avenue, Lewiston, Idaho 83501, telephone number:  (208) 792-2269, fax:  (208) 792-2872, email:  hr@lcsc.edu  Completed applications are due January 22, 2010.

Lewis-Clark State College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer which promotes the free exchange of ideas in an environment that celebrates the dignity, worth, and contributions of all individuals.  In that spirit, we seek a broad spectrum of candidates including women, people from all cultural backgrounds, and individuals with disabilities.