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This is a 9-month, tenure-track position. Summer teaching may be available. Position begins Fall 2020.

Requirements: teach graduate level courses in Counselor Education Program; service to the program, department, college, and University and research; provide evidence of teaching online and face-to-face classes as well as evidence of scholarship in their field and commitment to teaching at a regional, comprehensive university; work collaboratively with colleagues; advise students; engage in scholarly activities appropriate to the application and receipt of tenure and promotion in a Master’s 1 University and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: an earned Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP accredited program (ABD will be considered); two or more years of relevant professional counseling experience; teaching experience at the graduate level; LPC eligible; CACREP accreditation experience, and expertise in online and hybrid instruction. All SAU faculty and staff demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and diversity of the University community and excellence in interpersonal behaviors and effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts of all coursework, and names of contact information for three references to HR@saumag.edu or to the Office of Human Resources, Southern Arkansas University, 100 E. University, MSC 9288, Magnolia, AR 71753. Non-listed references may be contacted.

Southern Arkansas University, Magnolia, is seeking applications for a non-tenure tract position of Instructor of Theatre. Full consideration will be given to applications received by March 13, 2020.

Housed in the Department of Performing Arts and Mass Communication, the Theatre program offers B.F.A. degrees in Performance with emphasis in Theatre and Musical Theatre.

Duties: Teach a 12 hour workload of classes; course load may include: Movement, Directing, Devised Theatre, Scene Study (beginning and intermediate), Styles of Acting I and II, Improvisation and other related courses in performance; serve as the department’s fight choreographer; contribute to the mainstage or studio production season directing plays and/or musicals; participate in season planning process; budgeting; attend scholarship auditions and departmental meetings; share in annual duties of department’s administration and activities; and other duties as assigned

Qualifications: MFA in Performance, Acting or Directing; two (2) or more years of college level teaching experience; demonstrated skill and evidence as a theatre director and as a movement and/or stage combat teacher; experience and familiarity with curriculum development, advising, recruitment and season planning; professional movement and stage combat credits and/or certifications; professional and academic memberships or certifications; record of community-engaged teaching or extra-curricular activities. All SAU faculty and staff demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and diversity of the University community and excellence in interpersonal behaviors and effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.

Interested candidates should send a letter of application, diversity statement, curriculum vitae, transcripts contact information of three (3) references to HR@saumag.edu or the Office of Human Resources, Southern Arkansas University, 100 E. University, MSC 9288, Magnolia, AR 71753. Non-listed references may be contacted. AA/EOE

The David F. Rankin College of Business at Southern Arkansas University invites applications for a tenure-track position for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Accounting to begin August 2020.

Duties: teach undergraduate and graduate accounting courses; produce scholarly research leading to publications in refereed journals; advise students; engage in professional activities; serve on committees at the college and university level; display excellence in teaching, intellectual contributions, advising and service to the college, university and community and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: earned doctorate in accounting required; ABD considered; earned doctorate in a related business discipline with graduate hours in accounting combined with professional experience in the Accounting field (CPA preferred) will be considered; demonstration of relevant teaching experience at the university level and/or the ability to make scholarly contributions through refereed journal publications and other intellectual contributions; demonstration of excellence in oral and written communication skills. All SAU faculty and staff demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and diversity of the University community and excellence in interpersonal behaviors and effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.

Rankin College of Business is AACSB-accredited, offering conventional business degrees at the undergraduate level and a MBA degree. Southern Arkansas University is the fastest growing university in Arkansas and is located in Magnolia, Arkansas.

Applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, teaching evaluations and contact information for three references to HR@saumag.edu or to the Office of Human Resources, Southern Arkansas University, 100 East University, MSC 9288, Magnolia, AR 71753. AA/EOE. Non-listed references may be contacted. Review of applications will begin in January and continue until position is filled.

Southern Arkansas University is seeking applications for an Assistant Professor of Computer Science in the College of Science and Engineering. The computer science program offers BS and MS degrees with emphasis in Cyber Security, Data Science, and Gaming and Animation. Candidates in all areas of computer science will be considered, though the department is particularly interested in the area of Cyber Security and Machine Learning.

Duties: Teach both undergraduate and/or graduate computer science courses; engage in recruitment, retention, advising, scholarly activity, undergraduate research, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Doctoral degree in computer science preferred; ABD may be considered; ability to teach undergraduate and graduate students; excellent communication skills, ability to work well with others; strong desire to interact in student activities; commitment to professional development. All SAU faculty and staff demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and diversity of the University community and excellence in interpersonal behaviors and effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.

Interested candidates should send a letter of application, current curriculum vita, statement of teaching philosophy, transcripts, and contact information of three (3) references to HR@saumag.edu or the Office of Human Resources, Southern Arkansas University, 100 E. University MSC 9288, Magnolia, AR 71754-9288. Review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Non-listed references may be contacted. AA/EOE.

Southern Arkansas University is accepting applications for a 9-month Assistant or Associate Professor, tenure-track position in Exercise Science, effective August 2020.

The Department of Health, Kinesiology and Recreation is one of the largest on campus. The department focuses on Exercise Science, Sports Management, Teacher Preparation and curriculum designed to meet evolving needs of the Athletic Training field of Study (Approximately 350 undergraduate majors). The Exercise Science program at Southern Arkansas University is a vibrant program and one of the fastest growing majors on campus with 145 majors.

The department offers BS and MS degrees. We actively collaborate with all departments within the College of Education as well as other relevant colleges/programs on our campus and local hospitals, and community organizations.

Duties: teach a full-time load consisting of traditional and online instruction; serve as the Program Assessment Coordinator for the Exercise Science degree program; direct the Kinesiology Lab; use a student-centered approach to teaching, advising/mentoring; serve on committees; scholarship and service to the university, department and community and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: earned doctorate required; ABD or Master’s considered for a term position; demonstrate excellence as a classroom teacher; experience teaching with technology and online; work with a team-centered approach; experience and understanding of ACSM, NSCA and/or other related professional bodies; experience with common equipment used in Exercise Science curriculum. All SAU faculty and staff demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and diversity of the University community and excellence in interpersonal behaviors and effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.

Southern Arkansas University is a public comprehensive regional university located in the city of Magnolia, located in southwest Arkansas. SAU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association (AQIP participant as of 2010). More information is available at www.saumag.edu.

Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and the contact information of three (3) references to HR@saumag.edu or the Office of Human Resources, Southern Arkansas University, 100 E. University, MSC 9288, Magnolia, AR 71753. AA/EOE. Non-listed references may be contacted. Applications will be accepted until February 1, 2020 or until position is filled.

The Department of Agriculture in the College of Science & Engineering at Southern Arkansas University invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Agricultural Economics-Agribusiness position. The rapidly growing Department of Agriculture is located in a modern and well-equipped 33,000 square foot Agriculture Science building. This position begins August 2020.

Duties: teach undergraduate courses in agribusiness entrepreneurship, agribusiness finance, and agribusiness marketing; prepare students for National Agri-Marketing Association (NAMA) competition; develop an active, innovative, externally funded, and nationally recognized research program focused on agribusiness entrepreneurship, agribusiness finance, agribusiness marketing, and some similar areas that serve the Department priorities; contribute to the department’s related programs through mentoring and advising; contribute to department, college, and university service activities and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: earned doctorate in agribusiness or agricultural economics with strong emphasis in agribusiness entrepreneurship or a closely related field at the time employment begins; have demonstrated excellence in research and have a dedicated interest in high quality teaching at the undergraduate level. All SAU faculty and staff demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and diversity of the University community and excellence in interpersonal behaviors and effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.

Applicants should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, transcripts, and the contact information of three (3) references to HR@saumag.edu or the Office of Human Resources, Southern Arkansas University, 100 E. University, MSC 9288, Magnolia, AR 71753. Non-listed references may be contacted. AA/EOE. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The Department of Biology at Southern Arkansas University invites applicants for a non-tenure track position of Instructor of Biology. This position begins August 2020.

Duties: Teach 15 hours of introductory undergraduate laboratory courses; design and implement new lab activities for our one-semester survey of biology for non-majors; courses will include 6-10 sections of Introduction to Biology labs for non-majors, and other introductory biology classes as needed; demonstrate the ability to engage students from across all majors and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: At least a Master’s degree in any area of Biology; previous teaching experience preferred; excellent written and oral communication skills. All SAU faculty and staff demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and diversity of the University community and excellence in interpersonal behaviors and effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.

Applicants should send a letter of application, statement of teaching philosophy; curriculum vitae, transcripts, and the contact information of three (3) references to HR@saumag.edu or the Office of Human Resources, Southern Arkansas University, 100 E. University, MSC 9288, Magnolia, AR 71753. AA/EOE. Non-listed references may be contacted. Full consideration will be given to applications received by February 15, 2020.

Duties: Prepare and teach undergraduate courses including: General Psychology, Educational Psychology and Child or Adolescent Psychology; advise students; serve on University and other committees; engage in scholarly activities in the area of expertise; collaborate on research with colleagues and students; lead academic program assessment and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Earned Doctorate in Psychology; must have at least three years of teaching experience both online using Blackboard and in the traditional classroom setting; experience in managing or supporting program assessment, program accreditation, and curriculum development, especially online. All SAU faculty and staff demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and diversity of the University community and excellence in interpersonal behaviors and effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.

Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, unofficial transcripts of all coursework, and names of contact information for three (3) references to HR@sauedumag.edu or the Office of Human Resources, 100 E. University, MSC 9288, Magnolia, AR 71753. AA/EOE. Non-listed reference may be contacted. Applications reviewed upon receipt.

Social Work LMSW: Assistant Professor, Field Director, nine-month tenure-track position starting January 1, 2020.

Duties: Teach undergraduate social work courses; supervise social work field placement students; advise students; pursue scholarly activities and service; assist in program reports; opportunities exist for summer teaching and other duties as assigned.

Qualification: LMSW licensure required; three (3) to five (5) years post-masters social work experience; undergraduate teaching experience; familiarity with Blackboard. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. All SAU faculty and staff are expected to demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and diversity of the University community and excellence in interpersonal behaviors and effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.

Interested individuals should submit a letter of interest, resume or vitae, unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts, and contact information of three (3) professional references to HR@saumag.edu or the Office of Human Resources, Southern Arkansas University, 100 E. University, MSC 9288, Magnolia, AR 71753. Non-listed references may be contacted. AA/EOE

Applications will be reviewed as received. For additional information on the position, contact Jennifer Turner, SWK Program Director, Director, at jlturner@saumag.edu or 870-235-4234.

Duties: Prepare and teach undergraduate courses including: General Psychology and advanced level courses such as Social Psychology, Developmental, Child and Adolescent Psychology; advise students; serve on university and other committees; engage in scholarly activities in the area of expertise; promote collaborative educational activities with students and colleagues and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Doctorate in Psychology preferred; ABD candidates may be considered; applicants must demonstrate teaching and scholarly excellence in their specialties and an interest in curriculum development; expertise in instructional technology such as Blackboard is required for all faculty positions. All SAU faculty and staff demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and diversity of the University community and excellence in interpersonal behaviors and effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.

Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, unofficial transcripts of all coursework, and names of contact information for three (3) references to HR@saumag.edu or the Office of Human Resources, 100 E. University, MSC 9288, Magnolia, AR 71753. AA/EOE. Non-listed reference may be contacted. Applications reviewed upon receipt with duties beginning August 2020.