Last updated: 4/7/08
Erskine College is a Christian, liberal arts college, affiliated with the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church and is located in Due West, South Carolina. Our mission is summarized in Christian Commitment and Excellence in Learning. Erskine College is classified as a National College (BA1) by the Carnegie Foundation and is a member of the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU).
Biology
Erskine College invites applications for a one-year position in biology. The position, to begin in August 2008, will most likely be filled at the assistant or associate professor level. We intend to conduct a tenure track search the following year.
Responsibilities:
Teaching (24 hours/academic year) will include some combination of Genetics, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Evolution, and Introductory Biology for Majors (each with weekly lab). Specific courses will depend on interests and experience. A new science center was completed at Erskine in 1999.
Qualifications:
Ph.D. preferred, ABD will be considered; demonstrated experience in college teaching; and demonstrable enthusiasm for teaching in an undergraduate liberal arts environment. Salary is negotiable. Candidates concerned with integrating faith and reason are desired.
For more information on the position, the department, and the institution, contact the search committee chairman Dr. David Ritland ( HYPERLINK "mailto:dritland@erskine.edu" dritland@erskine.edu).
Application Process:
Send letter of application with research and teaching interests, vita, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three references to:
Donald Weatherman,
Vice President and Dean, Erskine College
P.O. Box 248
Due West, SC 29639
or email to weatherm@erskine.edu.
We will begin screening applications immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
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Mathematics
Erskine College announces a full time, tenure-track position in the Mathematics Department, beginning fall 2008. Appointment will most likely be at the assistant professor level.
Requirements:
Ph.D. in mathematics with specialty in algebra and a minimum of eighteen semester hours (graduate credits) in computer science are required. The person selected should demonstrate excellence in teaching undergraduate mathematics and the ability to teach courses in computer science including Programming in C++ and Data Structures. Normal teaching load is 8 courses (24 contact hours) per year or a 4-1-3 semester course assignment.
Application Process:
Send letter of application, vita, and the names and phone numbers of three references to:
Donald V. Weatherman
Executive Vice President and Dean of the College
Erskine College
P.O. Box 248
Due West, SC 29639.
We will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue until the position is filled.
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New Testament (Seminary)
Erskine Theological Seminary, the graduate school of Erskine College and founded in 1837 by the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church (ARP), invites applications for the tenure track position in New Testament with the specific duty of teaching required and elective Bible courses. It is desirable that applicants be able to teach from the Old Testament as well. The appointment begins September 2008, and will be located at the seminary’s Columbia, SC satellite campus location.
Upright character, good interpersonal skills, pastoral experience, excellence in classroom teaching, potential for publication, and a concern for the spiritual formation of pastoral candidates are essential. A Ph.D. in a relevant Biblical discipline is required; ABD and D.Min applicants are not eligible for this position.
Candidates must be willing and able to sign ex animo the ARP General Synod’s definition of an evangelical Christian and subscribe to the confessional documents of the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church (Westminster Confession of Faith and Catechisms).
Specific duties and responsibilities of the position:
Teach Bible and Biblical language courses as assigned by the Dean. The normal course load for this position will be six courses per academic year, including teaching at various off-campus sites.
Be able to work respectfully, supportively, and encouragingly with a diverse student body that encompasses a variety of theological and denominational perspectives. Participate regularly in chapel programs, worship services, and lecture series.
Represent the seminary to the various denominational constituencies represented among the student body of the seminary, and at any other events deemed necessary by the Vice President or the Dean of the seminary.
Serve faithfully on faculty committees as assigned by the Dean.
Serve as dissertation/thesis advisor or reviewer for D.Min. and Th.M. candidates.
Candidates should send a letter of interest addressing the professional qualifications listed above, a current vita, and a list of three references with phone numbers. The submission of examples of original teaching material relevant for the position is encouraged. The Search Committee will receive applications until December 31, 2007.
Mail inquiries to:
New Testament Search Committee
P.O. Box 668
Due West, South Carolina 29639
Email information to Dr. Loyd Melton, Chair: melton@erskine.edu, or visit the Erskine Seminary web site http://www.erskineseminary.org.
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Instructor or Assistant Professor of Physical Education
Full-time, tenure track position in the Department of Health, Physical Education, Sports Management, and Athletic Training to begin January, 2008 or August 2008
Duties: Teaching a variety of undergraduate Physical Education courses and supervision of student teaching
Applicants should be capable of teaching the following courses: Introduction to Physical Education, Elementary Physical Education Methods, Adaptive Physical Education, Team Sports, Theory of Coaching, Personal Health, Individual Sports, and Physiology of Exercise. Applicants should also be qualified to supervise student teaching.
Qualifications: A terminal degree (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) is preferred. A masters degree in physical education and demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching are required. Public school teaching experience is strongly desired.
Salary: Competitive, based on qualifications and experience
Application Process:
Inquiries and Applications: Submit letter of application, statement of professional goals, vita, and three letters of reference to:
Dr. Donald Weatherman
Executive Vice President and Dean of the College
ERSKINE COLLEGE
P. O. Box 338
Due West, SC 29639
(864) 379-8873
weatherm@erskine.edu
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French
Tenure-track position starting Fall of 2008 for a generalist in French language, civilization and literature.
Requirements: Ph.D. in French. Native or near native French, fluent English. Teach all levels of language, literature, and civilization courses. The ability to teach a second foreign language is desirable. This position requires an enthusiastic and dynamic teacher with college or university language teaching experience and a strong commitment to program development and the mission of a liberal arts college. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Application Process: Send letter of application, vita, three letters of recommendation, names, email addresses and phone numbers of three references to:
Donald V. Weatherman
Executive Vice President and Dean of the College
Erskine College
P.O. Box 248
Due West, SC 29639
We will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue until the position is filled.
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Assistant Athletic Trainer/Instructor in ATEP
Category: College-Academic/Educational and Dual Appointment
Description:
Erskine College seeks a full-time assistant athletic trainer and tenure-track instructor in the CAATE accredited ATEP to begin August 1, 2008. Institution pays national and state dues and a portion of continuing education expenses. This is a newly created position due to addition of sports.
Athletic Responsibilities:
Providing athletic training services to: women's lacrosse and volleyball. Other duties include: assist in the daily operation of the Athletic Training Center, maintaining supply inventory, maintaining athlete's medical records on SIMTRAK injury tracking software, and other duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer.
Academic Responsibilities:
Serving as an approved clinical instructor in the ATEP through the supervision of athletic training students and teaching 2-4 hours per semester. Other duties as assigned by ATEP Director.
Qualifications:
BOC certification, Master's degree preferred, eligible for SC licensure, previous teaching and/or supervision of athletic training students is preferred.
Location:
Erskine College
Department of PE, Sports Management, and Athletic Training
2 Washington Street
Due West, SC 29639
Phone: 864-379-8890
Fax: 864-379-2197
Contact:
Dr. Donald V. Weatherman Executive Vice President and Dean of the College
Email: weatherman@erskine.edu
Application Procedure:
Send cover letter, resume, and list of 3 references to Dr. Donald V Weatherman.
Erskine College is a private, Christian college located in Due West, SC. Erskine is a NCAA Division II institution that currently fields 11 intercollegiate athletic teams (golf and women’s lacrosse will be added in the Fall of 2008 and women’s volleyball will be added in the Fall of 2009) and competes in the Conference Carolinas. The ATEP has been accredited since 2001 and is currently the 3rd oldest program in the state of South Carolina.
The candidate is expected to uphold and agree with the mission statement of the college.
New graduates are encouraged to apply.
For more information, feel free to contact Adam Weyer, M.Ed., ATC, Head Athletic Trainer by phone (864)379-8890 or by e-mail: weyer@erskine.edu
Apply-By Date: 04/01/2008
Starting Date: 08/01/2008
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Photography Instructor
Part time position in photography with our Art Department beginning Fall 2008.
Required Qualifications: MA in Photography, Graphic Design, or another area in studio art, exhibition record, expertise in digital and darkroom photography, Photoshop and related programs; full knowledge of the history and theory of photography.
Preferred Qualification: Interest in theory and practice of contemporary new media.
Duties: Teach an introductory and either an advanced photography course or another studio course for 3 or 6 credit hours per semester; design and supervise the construction of a conventional darkroom.
To apply: Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, artist's statement, contact information for three professional references, and a syllabus for an introductory digital photography course. In either JPEG format, with descriptions or in 35 mm slides, 20 images of own work and 10 images of student work. Send to:
Dr. Donald Weatherman
Executive Vice President and Dean of the College
Erskine College
P. O. Box 248
Due West, SC 29639
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Vice President for Enrollment Management
Erskine College invites applications and nominations for a new position for Vice President for Enrollment Management.
Erskine is located in Due West, SC, approximately one hour south of Greenville, and offers a liberal arts education to its approximately 600 undergraduate students. The college occupies a beautiful 90-acre campus with both classic and modern facilities, nestled in an academic village and shares the campus with Erskine Theological Seminary.
As the chief enrollment management officer of the college, this person will be a member of the President’s Cabinet and provide leadership and coordination for admissions, financial aid, retention efforts, and public relations. The Vice President will oversee the offices of admissions, financial aid, and public relations. The college seeks a team builder with significant skills in management and communications.
Erskine College is an accredited four-year liberal arts college of the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church dedicated to Christian Commitment and Excellence in Learning. Candidates should provide a letter of interest expressing his/her qualifications for the position along with a curriculum vitae and a list of references to:
Dr. Randall T. Ruble, President
Erskine College
P.O. Box 308
Due West, SC 29639.
Electronic applications may be sent to burts@erskine.edu. Reviewing of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
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Director of Career Services
Reporting to the Vice President for Student Services, the Director of Career Services is a full-time professional staff member in the Student Services Department. The Director is a professional colleague with strength and experience in the areas of career development, employer relations, and familiarity with computer technology supporting career exploration and career guidance programs. The successful candidate should be a proven problem solver with strong management skills, a commitment to enhancing diversity, and skills enabling him/her to communicate effectively with a variety of constituents including students, faculty, staff, alumni, employers, and parents. We seek a dynamic professional with a track record of high productivity and job performance. Candidates are required to possess a bachelor's degree (Master’s degree preferred), be proficient with computer technology such as Word, Excel, Power Point, and possess excellent oral and written communications skills.
The Director of Career Services will:
Administer the overall day to day operations of the Career Services office;
Maintain and monitor the Office of Career Services budget;
Collaborate with faculty and staff to create and implement a strategic plan for the further development of a well-established career center designed to maximize student learning, development, and success during college, post-undergraduate education, and in the world of work;
Plan and conduct workshops and special programs on career related issues for the campus as well as for alumni and friends of the institution;
Establish and maintain effective relationships with faculty and administrative staff;
Maintain data and publish reports to the faculty and administration concerning placement activities and placement of graduates;
Development and maintenance of a Career Services link on the institutional website;
Development of internship / externship opportunities for students;
Provide career counseling and testing for students and alumni to assist in the development of their career plans;
Advertise career services to students and faculty through freshman orientation, fliers, publications, faculty visits, classroom presentations, email, activities fairs, posters, contests, campus activities, etc.;
Provide workshops to students that build job search skills including writing resumes, cover letters, interviewing and networking;
Plan and implement special events and career fairs;
Partner with other campus groups to develop joint projects (example: mentoring program with Alumni Association);
Create and implement career focused workshops, classroom presentations, career fairs and internship programs; offer workshops several times a semester;
Develop a plan of services for students to encourage the use of career services opportunities during all four years of college;
Attend state and regional meetings
Represent career services at campus and off-campus functions;
Serve on various campus committees and task forces as assigned by the President of the institution and / or the Vice President for Student Services;
Performs other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Student Services in support of the goals and objectives of the Student Services Division
Interested individuals should submit a letter of interest and resume to
Monty Wooley, Vice President for Student Services
via email at
wooley@erskine.edu
or mail at
P.O. Box 338
2 Washington Street
Due West, SC 29639
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