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Southern Arkansas University (SAU), Magnolia, is seeking applications for the position of Director of Athletic Bands/High Brass Instructor. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Proposed start date is August 1, 2019.

Duties: Direct or assist with the marching band; direct the basketball pep band; teach trumpet and French horn lessons, other music courses as needed and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Master’s degree in music and public school teaching experience required. 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.

The position will be housed in the Department of Performing Arts and Mass Communication. The department offers the following: Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Performing Arts with concentrations in Music with Studies in Business, Music Education, Music Performance, Musical Theatre, and Theatre and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Communication with a concentration in Mass Media. The department also houses various vocal and instrumental ensembles.

Interested individuals should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and three (3) letters of recommendation 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.

Southern Arkansas University’s College of Science and Engineering is accepting applications for tenure-track position for Assistant Professor of Agriculture with emphasis in Poultry Science. The rapidly growing Agriculture department is located in a modern and well-equipped 33,000 square foot Agriculture Science building.

Duties: Teach upper and lower division Poultry Science courses and associated laboratories; supervise the newly constructed Poultry Education Facility; supervise undergraduate research projects; serve on committees; perform scholarly activity; engage in recruitment, retention, advise students and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Doctorate degree in Poultry Science is preferred by time of employment; ABD candidates will be accepted; ability to teach undergraduate students; excellent communication skills; ability to work well with people; have a strong desire to interact with students both in the classroom and undergraduate research projects. 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 offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience, as well as an excellent fringe benefit package.

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. AA/EOE. Non-listed references may be contacted. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Southern Arkansas University’s College of Science and Engineering is accepting applications for a 9-month, tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Biology with emphasis in aquatic ecology (freshwater or marine), effective August 2019. The candidate will lead and grow the biology department’s new degree in marine biology and develop a research program involving undergraduate students.

This rapidly growing biology department is located in a modern and well-equipped 64,000 square foot science building. Southern Arkansas University offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience, as well as an excellent fringe benefit package.

Duties: Teach an average of 12 hours per semester in upper and lower division biology courses (marine biology, ecology, oceanography, introductory biology and upper division elective courses and labs) and associated laboratories; teach upper-level electives in the applicant’s area of expertise as well as other core biology courses; supervise undergraduate research projects; serve on committees; perform scholarly activity; engage in recruitment, retention, advise students and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Doctorate degree in Biology or related field required by time of employment; have expertise in aquatic biology; ability to teach undergraduate students; excellent communication skills; ability to work well with people; have a strong desire to interact with students both in the classroom and undergraduate research projects. 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, 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. Applications will be reviewed as received and accepted until the position is filled. AA/EOE. Non-listed references may be contacted. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The David F. Rankin College of Business at Southern Arkansas University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Information Systems position beginning August 2019. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2018 and continue until position is filled.

Duties: Teach undergraduate and graduate information systems courses such as programming, database management, systems analysis and design, data analytics, networking and web programming; produce scholarly research leading to publications in refereed journals; advise students and engage in professional activities; serve on various committees at the college and university level; display excellence in teaching, intellectual contributions, advising, and service to the college, university, community and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Candidates must possess an appropriate doctorate or ABD in Information Systems or a related discipline from an AACSB-accredited university. Preferred consideration will be given to applicants with professional experience in the Information Systems field with relevant teaching experience at the university level and the ability to make scholarly contributions through refereed journal publications and other intellectual activities. Knowledge of SAP and/or supply chain management is highly desired. 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.
The Rankin College of Business is accredited by AACSB International and offers conventional business degrees at the undergraduate level, as well as an MBA degree. Southern Arkansas University is the fastest growing university in Arkansas and is located in Magnolia in the southwestern part of the state.

Applicants should submit letter of interest, current vitae, and contact information for 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. AA/EOE. Non-listed reference may be contacted.

Southern Arkansas University’s College of Science and Engineering is accepting applications for a 9-month, tenure-track position for Assistant Professor of Biology with emphasis in Wildlife and Conservation Biology, effective August 2019.

This rapidly growing biology department is located in a modern and well-equipped 64,000 square foot science building. Southern Arkansas University offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience, as well as an excellent fringe benefit package.

Duties: Teach an average of 12 hours per semester in upper and lower division biology courses (wildlife ecology, natural resources policy and administration and other wildlife-related courses as well as freshman biology courses) and associated laboratories; teach upper-level electives in the applicant’s area of expertise as well as other core biology courses; supervise undergraduate research projects; serve on committees; perform scholarly activity; engage in recruitment, retention, advise students and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Doctorate degree in Biology or related field required by time of employment; have expertise in wildlife biology; demonstrate an ability to teach undergraduate students; excellent communication skills; ability to work well with people; have a strong desire to interact with students both in the classroom and undergraduate research projects. 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, complete set of undergraduate and graduate 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. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Southern Arkansas University’s College of Science and Engineering is accepting applications for a 9-month Assistant Professor tenure-track position in Agricultural Education, effective August 2019.

Duties: teach undergraduate agricultural education and agricultural mechanics courses; advise and mentor ungraduated students; supervise field experiences for pre-service students; provide service to the department, college and university, as well as Arkansas FFA; engage in recruitment and retention of students; serve as advisor for student organizations and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: earned doctorate in Agricultural Education preferred; three (3) years of secondary teaching experience from a well-rounded high school agricultural science program; demonstrated teaching excellence and evidence of the ability to teach shop classes such as structures, welding, and electricity. 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. AA/EOE. Non-listed references may be contacted. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Southern Arkansas University is accepting applications for a 9-month, full-time faculty position as an Instructor of Health, Kinesiology and Recreation. Effective August 2019.

Duties: teach 15 hours of undergraduate courses per semester with the possibility of summer teaching; courses may include Human Anatomy and Physiology, Kinesiology, and Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, Strength and Conditioning or other related courses; student advisement/mentoring; serve on committees; provide service to the university, college and community and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: earned Master’s in Exercise Science, Sports Medicine, Athletic Training, Human Performance, Physical Education or a related field; demonstrate excellence as a classroom teacher/learner; teaching in a learner-centered environment; experience teaching with technology and online; work with a team centered approach; be active professionally; experience with a professional body such as ACSM, NSCA, CAATE and/or coaching education. 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 201). More information is available at http://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 December 15, 2018.

Southern Arkansas University is accepting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of English position with a specialization in earlier British literature to begin August 2019. Review of applications will begin November 12, 2018 and continue until the position is filled.

Duties: Teach British literature survey, Shakespeare, first year composition, world literature, other classes and duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in English with emphasis in British literature before 1800 by time of appointment; experience teaching college-level English composition and Literature classes; demonstrate excellence in undergraduate teaching; strong commitment to scholarship and service. 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, current CV, unofficial transcripts and three(3) letters of recommendation 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

Southern Arkansas University is accepting applications for a 9-month tenure track Assistant/Associate Professor of Engineering position in the College of Science and Engineering for Fall 2019. Our rapidly growing Engineering and Physics Department is housed in a dedicated, state of the art facility with new labs fully equipped with the latest equipment, complemented with a full fledge engineering machine shop. Southern Arkansas University offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience, as well as an excellent fringe benefit package. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Duties: Teaching responsibilities will include teaching freshmen to upper-level undergraduate engineering courses in the area of industrial engineering and industrial technology; ability to teach mechanical engineering courses is a plus; other assignments may include teaching in the applicant’s area of expertise; supervise undergraduate research projects; serve on committees; perform scholarly activity; engage in recruitment, retention, and advising students and student club; will have a chance to play key role in growing industrial engineering concentration in the current growing B. S. Engineering program and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Doctoral degree in Industrial Engineering required; experience or background in Mechanical Engineering and/or Robotics is highly desired; teaching experience preferred; expertise in engineering; demonstrate an ability to teach undergraduate students; excellent communications skills; ability to work with others; have a strong desire to interact with students both in the classroom and undergraduate research projects. 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, statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial transcripts, and 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.