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College of Arts and Sciences

Position Announcement

Illinois State University, Normal/Bloomington
Chair, Department of Sociology and Anthropology

The Department of Sociology and Anthropology (http://www.soa.ilstu.edu/) invites applications and nominations for the position of Department Chair with a starting date of July 1, 2008.  The successful candidate will have an earned doctorate in sociology, anthropology, or related field, a substantial record of research and teaching, as well as demonstrable leadership, management and communication skills.  The Department has master’s degree programs in historical archaeology and sociology, and undergraduate programs in both sociology and anthropology. The Chair will be expected to provide vision and leadership, secure resources, and foster an atmosphere conducive to research and teaching.  To assure full consideration, interested candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a statement of research and teaching interests, a statement of management style, and contact information for at least three references to:  Sociology and Anthropology Chair Search Committee, College of Arts and Sciences; Campus Box 4100, Illinois State University, Normal, IL  61790-4100. Application review has begun and will continue until the position is filled.

  Illinois State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action university encouraging diversity.

Questions? Contact the search committee chair, Dr. Diane Zosky .

Search Committee Members
Position Specification (PDF)
University Policy Statement on Chair Responsibilities

 

 

Timeline

  • July 1, 2008: New Chair of the Department of Sociology and Anthropology start date