Xavier University of Louisiana currently has the following faculty openings.
Please refer to the specific ad for more detailed application and contact information.

College of Arts and Sciences Openings -- Starting Fall 2008

Biology Department – Two non-tenure track positions

1. General Biology and Biodiversity
2. Microbiology & Anatomy and Physiology

Business Division – Two tenure track positions

1. Conrad N. Hilton Chair in Entrepreneurship
2. Marketing

Chemistry Department – Four tenure track positions

Communications Department – Tenure track position – Print Journalism

Education Division – Two tenure track positions

1. Elementary Education/Special Education
2. Coundelor Education

English Department – Two tenure track positions

1. English Renaissance Literature
2. English and Africana Studies

History Department – Tenure track position – Latin America/Women

Mathematics Department – Tenure track and non-tenure track positions

1. Tenure track Position
2. Non-Tenure track Position

Physics & Dual Degree Engineering Department – Two tenure track positions

Psychology Department – Tenure track position

Theology Department -- One-Year Position

 

College of Pharmacy -- Ongoing Searches

Division of Clinical and Administrative Sciences - Non-Tenure Track positions:

1. Clinical Instructor of Pharmacy Practice
2. Assistant or Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice
3. Assistant Director of the Professional Experience Program
4. Drug Information Specialist

University Library -- Ongoing Searches

Library - Two Non-Tenure track positions:

1. Electronics Resources Librarian
2. Reference Librarian

College of Arts & Sciences

Biology Department

Biology Department
The Biology Department of Xavier University of Louisiana seeks applicants for two non-tenure-track positions starting in the fall, 2008 in the areas of:  1) General Biology and Biovidersity lec and labs and 2) Microbiology and Anatomy and Physiology lec and labs.  Candidates must have an M.S. or Ph.D.  Send curriculum vitae and names of three references to Dr. M.C. Carmichael at mccarmic@xula.edu.  Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.  Review of applications will begin immediately.  AA/EOE.

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Business Division

Business Division – Conrad N. Hilton Chair in Entrepreneurship
The Conrad N. Hilton Chair in Entrepreneurship, Division of Business, Xavier University of Louisiana exists to: seek funding from government and private sources, conduct community seminars and workshops, establish networks with the business community, and teach undergraduate courses in entrepreneurship and business.  Requirements - Ph.D. in business or a related field, teaching and/or research/consulting/business ownership experiences, and a strong commitment to the mission of Xavier University.  Tenure-track position, beginning August 2008.  Send letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and contact information of three professional references to: John Mitchell, Ph.D.; Chair, Faculty Search Committee to: jmitchel@xula.edu.  Xavier University’s Division of Business (www.xula.edu/business) is fully accredited by ACBSP. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.  Consideration of credentials will begin IMMEDIATELY and continue until the position is filled.  AA/EOE.

Business Division – Marketing
Ph.D. (ABD considered) in Marketing.  Tenure-track position, beginning August, 2008, teaching undergraduate courses in sales, customer relationship management, and marketing.  Teaching experience strongly desired.  Send letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and contact information of three professional references to: John Mitchell, Ph.D.; Chair, Faculty Search Committee to: jmitchel@xula.edu.  Xavier University’s Division of Business (www.xula.edu/business) is fully accredited by ACBSP. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.  Consideration of credentials will begin IMMEDIATELY and continue until the position is filled.  AA/EOE.

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Chemistry Department

Chemistry Department
The Chemistry Department of Xavier University of Louisiana invites applications for a tenure track faculty position in all areas of Chemistry beginning Fall 2008.  Applicants must have a Ph.D. and show strong potential for effective teaching and research involving undergraduates.  Send a CV, 3 letters of recommendation, and description of research to Dr. Kathleen Morgan (email: kmmorgan@xula.edu). Review of  applications will begin October 15 and continue until the position is filled. AA/EOE.

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Communications Department

Communications Department – Mass Communications – Print Journalism
The Department of Communications at Xavier University of Louisiana invites applications for a tenure track Assistant or Associate Professor in the area of print journalism to begin August of 2008.  Candidates should possess evidence of teaching excellence and a scholarly agenda.

Ph.D. with professional/teaching experience required; ABD with extensive professional/teaching experience considered.  Successful candidates will teach courses in feature writing, news editing, writing for print media and general mass communication courses. Other responsibilities include advising the student newspaper and developing an on-line edition.

The Department of Communications actively supports Xavier’s mission of promoting a more just and humane society through coursework, departmental programs, service-learning projects, scholarship, and community service.

Candidates should submit a letter of application including; statement of teaching and research interests, a curriculum vitae, relevant course syllabi, a sample of scholarly writing and 3 letters of recommendation to: Arnold L. Crump, Search Committee Chair at  acrump@xula.edu.  Minorities and women are especially encouraged to apply.

Xavier University of Louisiana (www.xula.edu) is a historically Black and Catholic institution located in New Orleans.  Review of applications will begin November 5, 2007 and continue until the position is filled.  AA/EOE.

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Education Division

Education Division – Elementary Education/Special Education
Xavier University of LA’s Division of Education invites applications for a full time tenure track position in Elementary/Special Education at the Assistant/Associate Professor level beginning August 2008

Qualifications:  
An earned doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction with the specialty in Elementary Education/Special Education and a minimum of three years of successful 1-8 teaching experience is required with preference given to graduates of a NCATE program

Responsibilities include the following:
Teach Elementary and Special Education courses; supervise student interns, serve on departmental and university committees, engage in research and creative endeavors.

To Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a letter of intent, transcripts, vitae, and at least three (3) letters of reference to Judith G. Miranti, Ed.D. at jmiranti@xula.edu. The Committee will begin its review of application January 20, 2008 and continue until the position is filled.

The Division of Education at Xavier University is actively seeking candidates of diverse cultural backgrounds and abilities. As an Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity institution, Xavier University encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply for the position described above.

Xavier University of Louisiana is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. http://www.xula.edu

Education Division – Counselor Education
Xavier University’s Division of Education invites applications for a full time tenure track position in either School Counseling or Clinical Mental Health at the Assistant/Associate Professor level beginning August 2008.

Qualifications:  
An earned doctorate in Counselor Education with preference given to graduates from a CACREP program.

Responsibilities include the following:
Teaching core counselor education courses, supervising practicum and internship students, engaging in research and publications at a level consistent with graduate teaching status.

To Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a letter of intent, transcripts, vitae, at least three (3) letters of reference, a sample of publications and a statement of research and teaching interest to Judith G. Miranti, Ed.D. at jmiranti@xula.edu. The Committee will begin its review of application January 20, 2008 and continue until the position is filled.

The Division of Education at Xavier University is actively seeking candidates of diverse cultural backgrounds and abilities. As an Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity institution, Xavier University encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply for the position described above.

Xavier University of Louisiana is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. http://www.xula.edu

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English Department

English Department – English Renaissance Literature
The English Department at Xavier University of Louisiana, a liberal arts, Catholic, Historically Black University invites applications for a specialist in English Renaissance literature, rank open.  This 9-month tenure-track faculty appointment begins August, 2008.

Qualifications:  
Successful applicants must have:
Ph.D. in English or comparative literature, with a concentration in English Renaissance literature;
Experience teaching courses in their field as well as first-year college writing courses;
Scholarship in Renaissance literature.

Responsibilities include the following:
Teach classes in Shakespeare and Renaissance;
Teach classes in the core curriculum, including composition, introduction to literature, and world literature;
Participate actively in the English Department and College of Arts and Sciences;
Continue to conduct literary scholarship.

We will be conducting interviews at SCMLA in Memphis, Nov. 1-3 (application deadline for SCMLA interviews: Oct. 15).

Send letter, statement of teaching philosophy, and curriculum vitae by November 1, 2007 to: Dr. David Lanoue at dlanoue@xula.edu

Xavier University of Louisiana is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. http://www.xula.edu

English Department – English and Africana Studies
The English Department of Xavier University of Louisiana, a liberal arts, Catholic, Historically Black University, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position beginning August 2008 with specialties in anthropological poetics and critical ethnography. Ph.D. in Comparative Literature or English. .Publications . Experience teaching Africana studies, world literature and composition courses. Send letter, curriculum vitae, and statement of teaching philosophy to Dr. Thomas Bonner, Jr., at tbonner@xula.edu. Deadline for applications November 15.

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History Department

History Department – Latin America/Women
The Department of History at Xavier University of Louisiana invites applications for a tenure track position in Latin American history with a possible sub field in Women's history. The primary teaching responsibility will include both halves of the world civilizations survey, with opportunities to teach upper level courses in area of specialty. Course load is twelve hours per semester. Ph.D. and teaching experience preferred, but qualified ABDs will be considered. Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Please send a letter of application, C.V., and three letters of recommendation by 1 November 2007 (or until position is filled) to the address below.

Dr. Gary Donaldson
Professor of History
Xavier University of Louisiana
1 Drexel Dr.
New Orleans, LA  70125
Recommendations can be sent electronically to gdonalds@xula.edu

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Mathematics Department

Mathematics Department – Tenure track positions
The Department of Mathematics invites applications for at least one tenure-track position, starting fall 2008. Mathematics faculty are expected to teach undergraduate and developmental mathematics courses, advise students, and actively participate in scholarly, professional, and grant activities. A Ph. D. in mathematics or statistics is preferred (ABD candidates will be considered) and we will seek out candidates who show potential for excellence in teaching and scholarship. Send a letter of application, statement of teaching philosophy, names of three references, and resume to: Dr. T. Palfrey, Search Committee Chair via e-mail to tpalfrey@xula.edu. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply through www.MathJobs.org.  Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. Submission of AMS Application Cover Sheet is required. Review of applications begins November 15, 2007 and will continue until positions are filled. Xavier University of Louisiana, a Catholic, historically black university, is an AA/EOE.

Mathematics Department – Non-Tenure track positions
Xavier University of Louisiana invites applicants for at least one non-tenure track teaching faculty position in the Mathematics Department at the rank of Instructor or Assistant Professor. Minimum requirements: Masters degree in mathematical sciences and excellence in teaching experience, especially experience in teaching developmental mathematics to college students. Teaching load is 12 semester hours of mathematics courses in both fall and spring semesters. Additional duties for the positions include, but are not limited to, the active participation in the departmental activities directed toward the improvement of students' performance in developmental courses, monitoring success and progress of students in those courses. Salaries and rank are commensurate with qualifications and experience Send a letter of application, statement of teaching philosophy, names of three references, and resume to: Dr. T. Palfrey, Search Committee Chair via e-mail to tpalfrey@xula.edu. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply through www.MathJobs.org . Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. Submission of AMS Application Cover Sheet is required. Review of applications begins November 15, 2007 and will continue until positions are filled. Xavier University of Louisiana, a Catholic, historically black university, is an AA/EOE.

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Physics and Dual Degree Engineering Department

Physics and Dual Degree Engineering Department
The Physics and Dual Degree Engineering Department of Xavier University of Louisiana invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position beginning Fall 2008. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Physics or Engineering and strong potential for effective teaching and undergraduate research.  Email curriculum vitae, statements of teaching philosophy and research interests, and 3 letters of recommendation to Dr. Bryan Bilyeu bbilyeu@xula.edu.  Women and underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply.  Review of applications will begin November 30 and continue until the position is filled. AA/EOE

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Psychology Department

Psychology Department
The Department of Psychology at Xavier University of Louisiana is accepting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning Fall 2008, Ph.D. or ABD required (specialty open). The successful candidate must be willing to teach in one or more of the following areas: Statistics/Research, Cross-cultural Psychology, or Clinical Psychology. Please submit a cover letter describing teaching and research interests, a curriculum vitae, and three references via email to Dr. Cecile Brookover at cbrookov@xula.edu. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.  Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2007 and will continue until the position is filled. AA/EOE.

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Theology Department

Theology Department
The Department of Theology, announces a full-time, one-year position, as Instructor/Assistant Professor, starting Fall 2008, pending final approval. Primary Concentration: Open, with emphasis in Historical Theology/Church History. Minimum requirement: Ph.D in Theology or Religious Studies, ABD considered. Please send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and names of three references to Dr. Mark Gstohl, Search Committee Chairperson, mgstohl@xula.edu . Review of applications will begin on November 30, 2007. Xavier University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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College of Pharmacy

Pharmacy - Clinical Instructor of Pharmacy Practice
Xavier University of Louisiana College of Pharmacy is seeking qualified pharmacists to help with the facilitation of clinical education and case discussion courses. The successful candidate will be tasked to maintain a medication therapy management service in partnership with one or more of the clinical faculty. Minimum qualification: PharmD with at least two years experience. Interested Candidates should contact Dr. Janel Bailey Wheeler, Chair of the Recruitment Committee, at jbailey1@xula.edu. A letter of interest, a CV, official college transcripts and three letters of reference will be required of every applicant.

Pharmacy - Assistant or Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice
Xavier University of Louisiana College of Pharmacy is seeking qualified pharmacists to precept clinical education students and participate in didactic courses. The successful candidate will be tasked to maintain a medication therapy management service in a clinical site consistent with the applicant's practice interests. Ambulatory and Acute Care sites available. Minimum qualification: PharmD with completion of a Pharmacy Practice Residency or three years clinical practice experience. Special consideration will be given to applicants with PGY2+ training, those with additional years of clinical experience and those with specialty certifications. Interested Candidates should contact Dr. Janel Bailey Wheeler, Chair of the Recruitment Committee, at jbailey1@xula.edu. A letter of interest, a CV, official college transcripts and three letters of reference will be required of every applicant.

Pharmacy - Assistant Director of the Professional Experience Program
Xavier University of Louisiana College of Pharmacy is seeking a qualified pharmacist to help with our clinical education process. The successful candidate will be tasked to assist the Director of the Professional Experience Program in scheduling, monitoring and developing students. Interested Candidates should contact Dr. Janel Bailey-Wheeler, Chair of the Recruitment Committee, at jbailey1@xula.edu. A letter of interest, a CV, official college transcripts and three letters of reference will be required of every applicant.

Pharmacy - Drug Information Specialist
Xavier University of Louisiana College of Pharmacy is seeking qualified pharmacists to help with the facilitation of clinical education and the delivery of drug information services. The successful candidate will be tasked to the Xavier University Drug Information Center in partnership with the Center's Director. Minimum qualification: PharmD with at least two years experience. Experience in one or more aspects of drug information is preferred but not required. Interested Candidates should contact Dr. Janel Bailey Wheeler, Chair of the Recruitment Committee, at jbailey1@xula.edu. A letter of interest, a CV, official college transcripts and three letters of reference will be required of every applicant.

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Library

Library - Non-Tenure track position - Electronic Resources Librarian
Reporting to the Associate Library Director, responsibilities include maintenance of networked electronic resources, continued development of electronic resources and services, instructional services, liaising to academic departments, interpretation and representation of license/contract terms of electronic resources. Assists in development/ delivery of information environment that advances use of library services and user resource discovery. Identifies emerging technologies with potential for new/improved library services. Provides technical leadership.

Qualifications

ALA accredited Masters Degree (or equivalent), professional experience in the area of electronic resources. Knowledge of issues related to electronic resources management. Understanding of library services, operations, and assessment. Experience in designing and maintaining online resources. Knowledge of best practices and current trends, especially in area of librarianship, electronic resources/services, and higher education. Knowledge of ACRL's Information Literacy Standards, issues related to contract/license interpretation, fair use issues, other use rights. Excellent oral/written communication, interpersonal skills. Ability to perform detailed work accurately. Work independently and in team settings. Evidence of ongoing professional development.

Send letter of application, transcripts, curriculum vitae, names, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of three professional references to Irwin Lachoff, Search Committee Chair, ilachoff@xula.edu . The review process will begin December 1, 2007 and continue until the position is filled.

Xavier University of LA is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and a diverse workforce. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

 

Library - Non-Tenure track position - Reference Librarian
Xavier University of Louisiana, a Catholic, historically Black university, seeks one Reference Librarian.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The candidate should be a creative and energetic reference librarian who will participate in general reference and instructional services within the Library Resource Center 's collegial faculty. The Reference Librarian will share responsibility for shaping excellence of user-centered library services and collections while advancing the library's role in the University. The candidate will work closely with other members of the library faculty to provide reference services, participate as a member of the reference/access services team and be a contact point at the reference desk for the University's diverse faculty, staff and student body. The candidate will serve as a liaison to some academic departments, evaluating and selecting materials for the library collection. The librarian will provide services using a variety of expanding resources, both web-based and traditional print. Teaching is also a component of service, to this end; the candidate will teach classes in library instruction. The Research Librarian reports to the Assistant University Librarian for Access Services.

Qualifications:
A MLS (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program. Professional reference experience at an academic library with a diverse student body is preferred. The candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrable ability to promote teamwork. Experience with both print and web-based reference sources, and individual and group library instruction, is desired.

Salary, benefits and application procedure :
Librarians have 12-month, non-tenure track appointment, faculty status and rank commensurate with qualifications and degree.

To apply, send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, as well as the names, addresses, and telephone numbers with e-mail addresses of three professional references via email to:

Library Search Committee
c/o Irwin Lachoff
ilachoff@xula.edu

The review process will begin December 1, 2007 and continue until the position is filled.

Xavier University of LA is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and a diverse workforce. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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