WASHBURN UNIVERSITY is located on a spacious, attractive campus in Topeka, the capital city of the state of Kansas. Washburn is a municipally supported, state assisted university comprised of six major academic units; the College of Arts and Sciences, the School of  Law, the School of Business, the School of Nursing, the School of Applied Studies and the Division of Continuing Education. There are over 7,000 students enrolled in traditional undergraduate degree programs, two-year associate degree programs and professional graduate programs in Law, Business, Psychology, Education, Social Work, Criminal Justice and Liberal Studies.

Unless otherwise stated, all searches will be continued until a suitable candidate is found; a doctorate or appropriate terminal degree is required for appointment at rank of Assistant Professor.  Please contact the appropriate department, School, or College office for additional information..

ADJUNCT CLINICAL NURSING INSTRUCTORS - SCHOOL OF NURSING: Washburn University's School of Nursing invites applications for adjunct clinical instructor positions in Medical/Surgical Nursing available January 2012. Qualifications: BSN required and Master's degree in Nursing with clinical practice experience in medical/surgical nursing preferred; RN licensure in Kansas required. Salary commensurate with academic credentials/experience. Application review begins immediately and continues until suitable candidates identified. Submit application letter, resume, transcripts, names/phone numbers of three references to Dean, School of Nursing, Washburn University, 1700 SW College, Topeka, KS 66621, 785-670-1526. Employment at Washburn University may be conditioned upon satisfactory completion of a background check. Washburn University is an EOE. www.washburn.edu

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR MOLECULAR/CELLULAR BIOLOGY (BIOTECHNOLOGY) - DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY (Recruitment Number 1601211): Washburn University's Biology Department invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biology, in molecular/cellular biology (biotechnology) to begin August 2012. QUALIFICATIONS : The successful candidate will be a broadly trained molecular/cellular biologist (open area of specialization) whose research is amenable to undergraduate students. Candidates should have a Ph.D. (by August 1, 2012) in molecular biology or related field and a strong commitment to undergraduate education; preference given to candidates with demonstrated college-level teaching excellence. RESPONSIBILITIES : Teaching responsibilities include introductory courses in cellular and general biology, advanced courses in genetics and molecular biology, and new course(s) in the candidate's area of specialization. Development of new courses that support a proposed degree tract in biotechnology will also be required, as will facilitating the degree program and advising students. The candidate is expected to successfully supervise and mentor undergraduate research and participate in department, college and university-level service activities. Salary: low-$40K range with opportunity for additional compensation for summer school teaching. Application review begins February 1, 2012 and continues until suitable candidates are identified . Complete applications must be received prior to February 1, 2012 for priority consideration. Please submit a letter of application, statements of teaching and research philosophies (including a statement on how undergraduates will be included in research), CV, transcripts (undergrad/grad), and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Matt Arterburn, Chair, MCB Search Committee, Biology Department, Washburn University, 1700 SW College Ave., Topeka, KS 66621 (phone: 785-670-2077, email: biology@washburn.edu). Employment at Washburn University may be conditioned upon satisfactory completion of a background check. Washburn University is EOE. www.washburn.edu

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR PLANT BIOLOGY - DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY (Recruitment Number 1651211): Washburn University's Biology Department invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biology, in plant biology (open area of specialization) to begin August 2012. QUALIFICATIONS : The successful candidate will be a broadly trained botanist (discipline open) whose research is amenable to undergraduate students. Candidates should have a Ph.D. (by August 1, 2012) in botany or related field and a strong commitment to undergraduate education; preference given to candidates with demonstrated college-level teaching excellence. RESPONSIBILITIES : Teaching responsibilities include introductory courses in botany and general biology, advanced botany courses, and a course(s) in the candidate's area of specialization. An interest in developing courses to be taught at the Department's offsite Karlyle Woods Field Station is desirable. The candidate is expected to successfully supervise and mentor undergraduate research and participate in department, college and university-level service activities. Salary: low-$40K range with opportunity for additional compensation for summer school teaching. Application review begins February 1, 2012 and continues until suitable candidates are identified . Complete applications must be received prior to February 1, 2012 for priority consideration. Please submit a letter of application, statements of teaching and research philosophies (including a statement on how undergraduates will be included in research), CV, transcripts (undergrad/grad), and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Rodrigo Mercader, Chair, Botanist Search Committee, Biology Department, Washburn University, 1700 SW College Ave., Topeka, KS 66621 (phone: 785-670-2077, email: biology@washburn.edu). Employment at Washburn University may be conditioned upon satisfactory completion of a background check. Washburn University is EOE. www.washburn.edu

RADIATION THERAPY CLINICAL EDUCATION COORDINATOR - DEPARTMENT OF ALLIED HEALTH (Recruitment Number 8541211): Washburn University's Department of Allied Health invites applications for 12 month position as coordinator of clinical education in radiation therapy beginning January 16, 2012, or as soon as possible thereafter. QUALIFICATIONS: Baccalaureate degree; Registered Radiation Therapist; and 4 years clinical experience is required. RESPONSIBILITIES: teach assigned classes, plan clinical curriculum, advise/recruit students and be the program liaison with all clinical affiliates. Reports to the Department Chair of Allied Health. This is a 12-month appointment; salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Application review begins December 19, 2011, and continues until suitable candidate identified. Submit application letter, curriculum vita, names, addresses and telephone numbers of 3 references to: William S Dunlap, Dean, School of Applied Studies, Washburn University, 1700 SW College, Topeka, KS 66621. Employment at Washburn University may be conditioned upon satisfactory completion of a background check. Washburn University is an EOE. www.washburn.edu.

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR JAZZ STUDIES - DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC (Recruitment Number 411111): The Washburn University Department of Music invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor position for the Director of Jazz Studies. Qualifications: Doctorate required for tenure-track appointment; Master's degree required for appointment as Lecturer. Demonstrated excellence as a performer, teacher, conductor and recruiter in the area of jazz education and jazz performance. Applied area of saxophone is preferred, but other areas will be considered. The successful candidate must demonstrate depth in both applied classical and jazz styles. College teaching experience is required. Responsibilities: conduct and coordinate all aspects of the jazz studies program, including Jazz Ensemble I, Jazz Ensemble II, jazz combos, Improvisation, Jazz Arranging, Jazz History and applied lessons in area of speciality. Other classroom instruction may be assigned. Review of applications will begin December 9, 2011, and continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Send application letter, vita, copies of transcrips and name/addresses/phone numbers of 3 references to: Jazz Search Committee, Washburn University, Department of Music, 1700 SW. College Ave, Topeka, KS. 66621. No electronic copies of application materials will be accepted. Employment at Washburn University may be conditioned upon satisfactory completion of a background check. To enrich education through diversity, Washburn University is an EOE. Candidates from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. www.washburn.edu

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY (Recruitment Number 1131111): Washburn University's Psychology Department invites application for a tenure-track Assistant Professor beginning August 2012. Qualifications : Ph.D. Psychology (specialty open). Responsibilities : Teach undergraduate: Biological/Physiological, Intro, Statistics, and Research Methods; graduate: Biological/Psychopharmacology. Opportunities for supervision of undergraduate research and master's theses. Application review begins February 15, 2012 and continues until position is filled. Send application letter, vita, evidence of teaching effectiveness/promise, reprints/preprints, all graduate transcripts, 3 letters of recommendation to: Search Committee, Psychology Dept. Washburn University, Topeka, KS 66621; 785-670-1564, dave.provorse@washburn.edu . Employment at Washburn University may be conditioned upon satisfactory completion of a background check. Washburn University is an EOE. http://www.washburn.edu/cas/prospectivefaculty/index.html

DEPARTMENT CHAIR - DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL WORK (Recruitment Number 10411011): Washburn University's Social Work Department invites applications/nominations for Department Chair beginning July 1, 2012. QUALIFICATIONS: Required: MSW and earned doctorate in Social Work or a related discipline; credentials to support appointment as Associate Professor or Professor in SW Department; experience as full-time university faculty member with demonstrated teaching effectiveness and scholarly productivity; commitment to working with faculty as colleagues along with an open/participatory governance style; commitment to supporting quality education at baccalaureate and master's level. Preferred: Experience in higher education administration as department chair or program director; experience in working with CSWE accreditation. The Department provides both BSW and MSW programs. Graduate program focuses on preparation of students for competent practice of clinical social work. MSW and BSW accredited by CSWE. Application review begins 12/1/11 and continues until suitable candidate identified. Salary commensurate with experience/rank. Send application letter, vita, names/addresses/phone numbers of three references to: Dean's Office, School of Applied Studies, Washburn University, 1700 SW College Ave, Topeka KS 66621. Employment at Washburn University may be conditioned upon satisfactory completion of a background check. Washburn University is an EOE. www.washburn.edu.

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR ART HISTORY - DEPARTMENT OF ART (Recruitment Number 0210911): The Washburn University Art Department invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor of art history to begin fall 2012. A completed Ph.D. in art history is necessary for a tenure-track appointment. Teaching responsibilities are at the undergraduate level and include a broad range of historical and contemporary topics. The art historian mentors students in the Bachelor of Arts in Art History and Bachelor of Fine Arts with empahsis in Art history degree plans and supervises art history adjuncts. The successful candidate will have demonstrated excellence in teaching, with at least 2 years teaching experience beyond graduate school, demonstrated research in the form of publications and/or curatorial projects, and commitment to service. Applicants should submit hard copy letter of application, current vita with names of three references, (unofficial) transcripts of graduate work, summary of teaching performance, and digital copies of recent scholarly work on CD to Chair, Art History Search Committee; Art Department; Washburn University; 1700 SW College Avenue; Topeka, KS 66621. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Preliminary review of applications begins January 15, 2012 and continues until position is filled.

The Washburn University Department of Art has been accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) since 1994. Our facilities include studios for painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, ceramics, sculpture, design and electronic art. In addition, we subscribe to ArtStor, and have more than 80,000 slides and digital images, plus 6,500 items in the William I. Koch Art History Collection housed in Mabee Library. The Art Department enjoys an active relationship with the Mulvane Art Museum on campus. Washburn University, a dynamic and growing institution located in Topeka, the capital of Kansas, is consistently ranked as one of the top Midwest universities by U.S. News and World Report. Employment at Washburn University may be conditioned upon satisfactory completion of a background check. Washburn University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. Please visit www.washburn.edu/art for more information.   www.washburn.edu

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR SOCIOLOGY - DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY/ANTHROPOLOGY (Recruitment Number 1220911): Washburn University's Sociology/Anthropology Department invites applications for a tenure- track Assistant Professor in Sociology beginning August 2012. QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in Sociology preferred, ABD considered. Ph.D. required for tenure-track appointment. Strong commitment to undergraduate education, interdisciplinary work, and active research program involving undergraduates desirable. University level teaching experience preferred. RESPONSIBILITIES: Teach Criminology, Juvenile Delinquency, Law & Society, and Corrections. Ability to teach Sociology of Sport is a plus. Application review begins December 1, 2011, and continues until a suitable candidate is identified. Send application letter, curriculum vita, copies of recent scholarly work, evidence of teaching excellence, graduate transcripts, names/address/phone/e-mail of 3 references to Dr. John Paul, Search Committee Chair, Washburn University, 1700 SW College Ave., Topeka, KS 66621, john.paul1@washburn.edu . Employment at Washburn University may be conditioned upon satisfactory completion of a background check. Washburn University is an EOE. www.washburn.edu.

HEALTH SCIENCES LIBRARIAN - MABEE LIBRARY (Recruitment Number 10210911): Washburn University invites applications for the position of Health Sciences Librarian. The Health Sciences Librarian will build dynamic collaborative relationships with the faculty and students of the Washburn University School of Nursing, Allied Health programs and public health communities by providing specialized and timely information services including individual consultations and group instruction sessions. The Health Sciences Librarian will guide users to enhance their knowledge and skills in evidence-based medicine. Working with various collaborators across campus, the Librarian will provide expert information services and access to the print and digital collections, including the use of sophisticated interfaces and Web 2.0 applications. The Health Sciences Librarian is an integral member of Mabee Library and the ongoing Information Literacy efforts, including teaching in the First Year Experience program at Washburn University. The successful candidate will be expected to create and maintain web-based interactive content, tutorials, learning objects, and reference services that extend library, information guidance, and research assistance and that supplement classroom learning with web-based information mastery opportunities. An important facet of this position will be developing instructional sessions, tailored for specific programs or courses that focus on how to search, review, and extract data from multiple sources.

Requirements:

• An ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent degree, with a demonstrated commitment to the library as a central institution within the life of the university
• A demonstrated ability in teaching and a strong commitment to student learning and the application of technology in the effective design and delivery of instruction
• Familiarity with current trends, standards and technologies in information literacy
• A strong service orientation with effective interpersonal, oral, written and online communication skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team in a rapidly changing and culturally diverse environment

Preferred:

• A Subject Master's degree
• Experience in reference and library instruction or teaching experience
• Familiarity with course management systems, such as Angel Learning Systems, and the design of online tutorials
• Experience with assessment of student learning

This is an entry-level position. Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a letter describing interest in the position and a vision for the future of Washburn University Libraries, at least three letters of reference and copies of transcripts. Applications should be submitted to, Mr. Sean Bird, Search Committee Chair, either by regular mail (Washburn University, 1700 SW College Ave, Topeka, KS, 66621) or electronically, preferably in PDF format, at sean.bird@washburn.edu. Review of applications begins October 24, 2011, and continues until the position is filled. Employment at Washburn University may be conditioned upon satisfactory completion of a background check. Washburn University is an EOE. To learn more about Washburn University visit http://www.washburn.edu/mabee/ or direct questions to sean.bird@washburn.edu.

To enrich education through diversity, Washburn University is an EOE. Candidates from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. Applicants will be required to submit to a background check prior to hire. Arrest information is not considered in the selection process.