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Director of folkwaysAlive!

Position: Director

University: University of Alberta

Department: Faculty of Arts - folkwaysAlive!

Competition: A107312363

The University of Alberta is seeking a Director for folkwaysAlive!, the University’s partnership with Smithsonian Folkways Recordings in Washington DC. Providing a home for the over two thousand Folkways Records donated to the University by company founder Moses Asch, folkwaysAlive! builds on this valuable collection, houses a digital archive to document local and national community traditions, provides research opportunities, and presents public performances that relate to and enhance the Folkways philosophy and mission.

The Director will lead folkwaysAlive! in developing its international partnerships and provide leadership in the interdisciplinary study and promotion of music and cultural expression in the spirit and as a legacy of Folkways Records. folkwaysAlive! seeks to develop mutual understanding among cultural communities through the creation, preservation, and dissemination of knowledge about their musical and cultural heritage; as a part of the University of Alberta, it is committed to teaching, research, and to outreach embracing both academic and community collaborations.

Duties will include academic and administrative leadership of folkwaysAlive!; overseeing its collaboration with Smithsonian Folkways Recordings on projects of mutual interest; expanding national and international research partnerships consistent with the legacy of Folkways Records; actively pursuing grants and fund development; maintaining close collaboration with scholars and units throughout the university such as the Canadian Centre for Ethnomusicology and the Department of Music, whose research engages areas relevant to folkwaysAlive!’s mandate; teaching at least one half course per year; and maintaining and developing individual research and creative activity.

It is expected that the Director of folkwaysAlive! will have an established international career as a scholar, with expertise in the folk and popular music traditions of North America. The successful candidate will have a doctoral degree in ethnomusicology, anthropology, folklore, ethnic studies, cultural studies or related field and demonstrate outstanding potential for a research and teaching career. Exceptional candidates from a non-academic background may also be considered, based on a combination of professional and educational experience. Administrative and community relations experience will be strong assets and the ability to engage productively with colleagues and collaborators within and beyond the University will be essential.

The academic appointment is expected to be with tenure at the rank of Associate, or Full Professor. The Directorship will be for a fixed, renewable term, to be negotiated at the time of hiring. As a faculty member, the appointee will report to the Chair of the Department of appointment; as Director of folkwaysAlive!, the appointee will report to the Dean of the Faculty of Arts and consult with and inform the folkwaysAlive! Advisory Board.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications, rank and experience.

This position will remain open until filled, though the initial review of applications will occur on October 15th. The position may begin as early as July 1, 2011.

To express interest in this position or for further information, please contact:

David Gramit, Chair

Department of Music

3-82 Fine Arts Building

University of Alberta

Edmonton, AB T6G 2C9 Canada

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Website: http://www.fwalive.ualberta.ca/home

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.The University of Alberta hires on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons.

Canadian Museum of Civilization

Position: Curator, Western Canadian Archaeology E7P ($57,844 - $72,305)

Employer: Archaeology and History Division of the Canadian Museum of Civilization

Terms of employment: Permanent Full-Time Position - Position Number 9396. This position is subject to the Museum scholars’ promotion policy, with a potential maximum salary of $116,787.

The Archeology and History Division is currently seeking a dynamic individual who will, under the direction of the Director, Archaeology and History, propose, research and plan exhibitions; plan and conduct problem-oriented archaeological research in western Canada and adjacent regions; communicate the results of this research to a variety of publics and through a variety of media, including scholarly publications; curate and contribute to other exhibitions as appropriate; contribute to collections development and public programming; provide professional leadership and inform and influence a wide variety of audiences about the archaeology of Western Canada; perform related duties as assigned.

As the ideal candidate, you hold a PhD (or equivalent) in Canadian Archaeology.

You possess knowledge of:

The archaeology of the Canadian Prairie Provinces and/or British Columbia and adjacent regions;
Scholarly research and research methods in Archaeology and related disciplines;
Applied research in a museum environment;
The Canadian Museum of Civilization’s programs and activities.

You have experience in:

Conducting complex and extensive research on the archaeology of western Canada and adjacent regions;
Writing scholarly books and articles, and communicating in other media, on the archaeology of Western Canada, and related topics;
Exhibitions development;
Documenting and using museum collections;
Presenting information through popular writing, lectures and exhibitions to the general public.

Since you will be working in a highly computerized environment, a demonstrated experience of word processing (Word), electronic spreadsheet (Excel), presentation (Power Point) and electronic mail (Outlook) is required.

The following core competencies, which are a deciding measure of success for this challenging opportunity, are: Conceptual Thinking; Concern for Order and Quality; Expertise; Impact and Influence; Planning & Initiative; Teamwork and Cooperation.

External candidates can access definitions of these Core competencies on our web site. CMCC’s employees can access the employee’s Infocenter/CMCC Core competencies Dictionary on the Intranet.

This position requires the use of both Official Languages (French/English) BBB imperative and an enhanced reliability check. For a detailed definition of the linguistic level required, access our web site. Please note that this position is open to CMCC employees, external candidates and applicants of our inventory.

The Canadian Museum of Civilization Corporation is committed to the principles of Employment Equity and to achieving a workforce which is representative of the Canadian population. We strongly encourage candidates to self-identify if they are an Aboriginal person, a member of a visible minority group or a person with a disability.

We thank all candidates for showing interest in our Corporation; however, only retained candidates will be contacted.

The Corporation may inventory the information received from candidates for other similar positions.

Interested in this opportunity? Please apply no later than October 29, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. as instructed on the web site: www.civilization.ca/careers under “Current Job Opportunities”.

James R. Johnston Chair in Black Canadian Studies

Position: James R. Johnston Chair in Black Canadian Studies

University: Dalhousie University

Department: Psychology, Computer Science, Social Anthropology

The Department of Anthropology, Wilfrid Laurier University, invites applications to teach the following courses during the 2010 - 2011 academic year.

AN202 Foundations of Anthropological Thought AN202 is a required course.

Fall 2010 TR 4:00 – 5:20 pm 1 Sept. – 31 Dec. Enrolment limit: 45 Total classroom hours: 36 (three per week) plus office hours

Note that the successful candidate must consult with the instructor of AN200 to coordinate course content.

AN326 Culture as Performance

Winter 2011 TR 1:00 – 2:20 pm 1 Jan. – 30 April Enrolment limit: 35 Total classroom hours: 36 (three per week) plus office hours

Applicants should first read the complete posting on the university website and indicate for which course or courses they are applying. The successful candidate must have a PhD or be ABD in Anthropology or cognate discipline. Please submit a cover letter which describes teaching experience, research and suitability for position, CV, a two-page summary of the course plan with key topics and sample readings (or complete syllabus if course previously taught), teaching evaluations, and names and contact information only for two referees (department will contact them directly). Applications must be delivered by Monday, 26 April at noon to Dr. Anne Brydon, Chair, Department of Anthropology, Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo Ontario N2L 3C5. Inquiries only: \n // --> This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Wilfrid Laurier University is committed to equity and values diversity. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all genders and sexual orientations, persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons, and persons of a visible minority. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Members of the designated groups wishing to be considered for employment equity must self-identify, in confidence, to the Acting Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Dr. Mary-Louise Byrne.

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Established in 1818, Dalhousie is one of Canada’s top teaching and research universities and the largest university in Atlantic Canada with approximately 15,500 students and 12 Faculties. This Endowed Chair is a tenured, senior academic position, and was established by Dalhousie to: contribute to the field of Black Canadian Studies; advance Black studies in the university; and establish better links with the wider community, especially the African Canadian community. This will be Dalhousie’s third appointment to the James R. Johnston Chair in Black Canadian Studies, and is being recruited to one of three faculties: Faculty of Science (Psychology), Faculty of Computer Science, or Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (Social Anthropology).

The appointment is effective July 1, 2011. The closing date for applications is August 25, 2010.

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Anthropology Instructor: Competition Number 10-54

Position: Part-Time Instructor

University: Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Department: Anthropology

The Department of Anthropology, Wilfrid Laurier University, invites applications to teach the following courses during the 2010 - 2011 academic year.

AN202 Foundations of Anthropological Thought AN202 is a required course.

Fall 2010 TR 4:00 – 5:20 pm 1 Sept. – 31 Dec. Enrolment limit: 45 Total classroom hours: 36 (three per week) plus office hours

Note that the successful candidate must consult with the instructor of AN200 to coordinate course content.

AN326 Culture as Performance

Winter 2011 TR 1:00 – 2:20 pm 1 Jan. – 30 April Enrolment limit: 35 Total classroom hours: 36 (three per week) plus office hours

Applicants should first read the complete posting on the university website and indicate for which course or courses they are applying. The successful candidate must have a PhD or be ABD in Anthropology or cognate discipline. Please submit a cover letter which describes teaching experience, research and suitability for position, CV, a two-page summary of the course plan with key topics and sample readings (or complete syllabus if course previously taught), teaching evaluations, and names and contact information only for two referees (department will contact them directly). Applications must be delivered by Monday, 26 April at noon to Dr. Anne Brydon, Chair, Department of Anthropology, Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo Ontario N2L 3C5. Inquiries only: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

http://info.wlu.ca/academic/postings/part-time/item/04262010TueApr6145006EDT2010.html

The Anthropology Department invites applications for a 1 year, non-regular type 2 (50%) position in Cultural Anthropology beginning September, 2010. This entails teaching four courses: some set courses in addition to multiple sections of Introduction to Cultural Anthropology, Sept, 2010 – Apr. 2011.

A Ph.D. in Anthropology is preferred, but consideration will also be given to candidates who are ABD. Candidates will have an outstanding teaching record in Cultural Anthropology and a good record of research accomplishments. Preference will be given to candidates who can also teach some combination of the following: First Nations Cultures of Canada, Methods and Ethics in Anthropology, Cross-Cultural Women’s Studies, Culture and Environment, Anthropological Theory, Culture, Community and Well-Being (medical anthropology).

For details and to apply, visit www.kwantlen.ca/hr

Part-Time Contract Academic Staff

Position: Part-Time Instructor

University: Wilfrid Laurier University

Department: Anthropology

The Department of Anthropology, Wilfrid Laurier University, invites applications to teach the following courses during the 2010 - 2011 academic year.

AN202 Foundations of Anthropological Thought AN202 is a required course.

Fall 2010 TR 4:00 – 5:20 pm 1 Sept. – 31 Dec. Enrolment limit: 45 Total classroom hours: 36 (three per week) plus office hours

Note that the successful candidate must consult with the instructor of AN200 to coordinate course content.

AN326 Culture as Performance

Winter 2011 TR 1:00 – 2:20 pm 1 Jan. – 30 April Enrolment limit: 35 Total classroom hours: 36 (three per week) plus office hours

Applicants should first read the complete posting on the university website and indicate for which course or courses they are applying. The successful candidate must have a PhD or be ABD in Anthropology or cognate discipline. Please submit a cover letter which describes teaching experience, research and suitability for position, CV, a two-page summary of the course plan with key topics and sample readings (or complete syllabus if course previously taught), teaching evaluations, and names and contact information only for two referees (department will contact them directly). Applications must be delivered by Monday, 26 April at noon to Dr. Anne Brydon, Chair, Department of Anthropology, Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo Ontario N2L 3C5. Inquiries only: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

http://info.wlu.ca/academic/postings/part-time/item/04262010TueApr6145006EDT2010.html

The Department of Anthropology, Wilfrid Laurier University, invites applications to teach the following courses during the 2010 - 2011 academic year:

AN202 Foundations of Anthropological Thought. AN202 is a required course. Fall 2010 TR 4:00 – 5:20 pm 1 Sept. – 31 Dec. Enrolment limit: 45 Total classroom hours: 36 (three per week) plus office hours. Note that the successful candidate must consult with the instructor of AN200 to coordinate course content.
AN326 Culture as Performance. Winter 2011 TR 1:00 – 2:20 pm 1 Jan. – 30 April Enrolment limit: 35 Total classroom hours: 36 (three per week) plus office hours.

Applications must be delivered by Monday, 26 April at noon to:

Dr. Anne Brydon
Chair

Department of Anthropology

Wilfrid Laurier University

Waterloo ON N2L 3C5 Canada

Inquiries only: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

http://info.wlu.ca/academic/postings/part-time/item/04262010TueApr6145006EDT2010.html

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