Visiting Assistant Professor of Digital and Computational Studies

　　Posting Number F00232JP

　　Department Digital and Computational Studies

　　Position Summary

　　The Digital and Computational Studies ( DCS ) Program at Bowdoin College invites applications for a full-time, benefits-eligible visiting assistant professor position. The appointment begins July 1, 2024 and is for two years with a possible extension for a third year, pending review and reappointment. A Ph.D. is expected by the date of appointment. We are especially interested in applicants whose research or artistic practices focus on the critique or creation of digital or computational technologies from an interdisciplinary perspective. Teaching responsibilities include two courses per semester. Topics for these courses include, but are not limited to, introductory computational methods, statistical methods, text analysis, network analysis, spatial analysis, societal impact of AI, digital media, art and technology, social media, and an advanced course in the candidate’s area of specialization. For more information, please visit our program website: https://www.bowdoin.edu/digital-and-computational-studies/.

　　Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate liberal arts education and to inclusive excellence in teaching. For a description of inclusive excellence, please consult the following resource: Williams, et. al., Toward a Model of Inclusive Excellence (https://www.researchgate.net/publication/238500335_Toward_a_Model_of_Inclusive_Excellence_and_Change_in_Post-Secondary_Institutions) .

　　The Bowdoin community warmly welcomes people of all backgrounds. We encourage applications from candidates committed to the inclusive instruction and support of a diverse student population and who will enrich and contribute to the College’s multifaceted diversity. We especially encourage people from historically excluded groups to apply. Accessibility during the application and interview stages, as well as once employed, is a priority of the College: https://www.bowdoin.edu/accessibility/index.html. Finally, visa sponsorships for faculty hires are available.

　　Bowdoin College offers opportunities for professional development including robust programming and resources for establishing and enhancing mentoring networks. The College also offers support for teaching, scholarship, publication, digital initiatives, computing software, conference travel, and community partnerships in courses.

　　Bowdoin College accepts only electronic submissions. Please submit: 1) a cover letter; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) a 2-page statement that describes your teaching approaches and how your teaching, scholarship, and mentorship supports our commitment to equity and inclusion; 4) a 2-page description of your research plans and/or areas of scholarly interest; and 5) the names and contact information of three references– letters will be requested at a later stage of the review process only for candidates invited to phone interviews.

　　Review of applications will begin on January 22, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

　　Founded in 1794 on the Maine coast, Bowdoin is one of the oldest and most selective coeducational, residential liberal arts colleges in the country. Located in Brunswick, a 30-minute drive north of Portland, the College is in an area rich with natural beauty and year-round outdoor activities. Bowdoin’s reputation rests on the excellence of its faculty and students, intimate size, strong sense of community, and commitment to diversity (38% students of color, 7% international students and 17% first generation college students). Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses. For further information about the College and our department, please visit our website: http://www.bowdoin.edu.

　　Posting Date 12/19/2023

　　Applications Accepted Until

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　　Special Instructions to Applicants

　　At the time of application, you will be required to include information for three references, including name, title, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.

　　The reference providers will receive an email from the application system if your application reaches the long list stage. The email will provide them a link within which to upload a confidential reference letter on your behalf.

　　You will not be able to view the reference letters but will be able to see how many have been submitted on your behalf.

　　Employment Category Full Time Year Round

　　Job Start Date 07/01/2024

　　Job End Date

　　Job Type Faculty

　　Background Check Package Requirements Faculty/Administrative

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