EMINENT SCHOLAR CHAIR IN THE HUMANITIES (VISITING PROFESSOR)

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Possible secondary interests in intelligence and security studies, public history, or digital humanities are also welcome. This is a 9-month appointment lasting from August 2027 to May 2028. The successful applicant will be appointed as Eminent Scholar Chair in the Humanities and be eligible for certain university benefits. The Eminent Scholar Chair in the Humanities enjoys the use of a private faculty office, access to library and other faculty resources, as well as access to funding for expenses directly related to their scholarly work.

Appointments are also subject to approval by the Chancellor and Board of Trustees for the University of Alabama System.

Responsibilities

The successful applicant will be expected to offer one in-person course per semester (Fall and Spring) related to their specialization, give at least two public lectures on a topic relating to their research, lead at least one meeting with faculty regarding curriculum development or research, and be prepared to mentor junior faculty and graduate students in the humanities. Required Qualifications : terminal degree in a humanities discipline current or past appointment as Full Professor at an accredited institution either national or international recognition of past and original contributions to a humanities discipline or national or international recognition as a public intellectual Preferred Qualifications: demonstrated record of excellence in teaching experience mentoring junior faculty and graduate students successful track record of interdisciplinary collaboration Candidates who are outside of the United States and do not have other nonimmigrant visa status will not be sponsored for an H-1B petition. Appointment Date: August 2027 About the Humanities Center: The Humanities Center at The University of Alabama in Huntsville coordinates opportunities for members of the UAH campus and the Huntsville region to experience and benefit from the skills and knowledge that derive from the humanities. The Center supports faculty from a range of disciplines, including Art, Art History, and Design, Communication Arts, English, History, Music, Philosophy, Political Science, Sociology, Theatre & Film, and World Languages & Cultures.

The Center provides faculty with a wide range of funding opportunities. These include: research grants for humanities-related projects; travel grants to support attendance at professional conferences relating to the humanities; library enhancement grants for faculty-curated additions to the collections at the M. Louis Salmon Library; public programming grants to enrich the intellectual and professional lives of UAH faculty and students as well as the Huntsville community; and book manuscript workshop grants to help authors strengthen book proposals, connect with experts in their areas of specialization, and raise the profile of humanities and humanities faculty within the academic community. For more information, please visit the UAH Humanities Center webpage .

About the University: Founded in 1969, The University of Alabama in Huntsville is one of America’s premier doctoral-granting, comprehensive universities known for addressing some of the world’s most critical technological challenges. UAH, a part of the University of Alabama System, offers an environment where students are able to explore, discover, create and communicate knowledge. UAH has eight colleges, more than 100 areas of study, and 17 high-tech research centers and institutes. Located in the heart of the Technology Hub of the South, UAH serves as the anchor tenant of the second-largest research park in the United States, Cummings Research Park.

UAH boasts storied partnerships with Redstone Arsenal, NASA and the Department of Defense. The institution is a member of the Gulf South athletic conference. UAH is where technology and human understanding converge to prepare students to transform their future. Learn more about the University on the UAH website.

About Huntsville: Defense, space, telecommunications, biotechnology, diversified manufacturing and a variety of emerging specialties provide challenging work in Huntsville, also known as the Rocket City. The area enjoys a favorable cost of living and quality of life in the Southeast. More than 1.2 million people reside in the Huntsville metro area, and it is now the largest city in Alabama. From outdoor recreational activities to an enhanced arts and entertainment community, Huntsville contributes to a wonderful way to live, work, and play.

More information about our city is available on the City of Huntsville website . Application Procedure and Deadline: Applicants should submit the following materials via email to the Center’s staff assistant, Ms. Tina Stallings, at [email protected] : (1) letter of application addressing position qualifications and responsibilities (no longer than three pages) (2) curriculum vitae (3) writing sample (3) academic transcripts (4) three letters of recommendation Application materials should be submitted and received by the Center by January 4, 2027 . The receipt of applications does not guarantee that this position will be filled, and The University of Alabama in Huntsville reserves the right to withdraw this invitation for applications at any time and for any reason.

Please refer to log number 27-28-416 when applying. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF MUSIC, DIRECTOR OF BANDS DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC, THEATRE, AND FILM About the Position: The Department of Music, Theatre, and Film at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) invites applications for an Assistant Professor (tenure-track) of Music, Director of Bands position. We seek applicants who welcome the challenges and rewards of serving on a diverse and artistically talented faculty of a growing department, located in a dynamic and thriving arts community.

Responsibilities

Provide effective leadership as the conductor of the UAH Wind Ensemble, coupled with a recruiting component integral to the growth of the department. Additional responsibilities include instruction in the areas of conducting and music education, and overseeing the leadership of the university athletic bands and instrumental area. The regular teaching load is three courses per semester. Faculty are expected to actively engage as leaders and collaborators in scholarly and creative endeavors within their research professions and the local community.

Qualifications

D.M./D.M.A. in Wind Band Conducting and an ability to effectively rehearse/conduct wind ensemble/band, as well as highly effective instruction in undergraduate/graduate courses related to conducting and music education. Ideal candidates should have experience in college teaching and a proven track record of successful scholarship related to wind conducting, effective rehearsal technique, and collegiate ensemble performances showcased in concerts, conferences, and festivals. Additional experience in orchestral conducting a plus. ABDs will be considered; however, all requirements for the doctoral degree must be completed by August 1, 2027, to be appointed at the rank of Assistant Professor.

Appointment Date: August 4, 2027 About the College: The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at The University of Alabama in Huntsville has nine departments, supporting fifteen bachelor’s degree programs, five master’s programs, one Ph.D. program, and eight certificate programs. The college also has a number of interdisciplinary minors, including Global Studies; Women’s, Gender, & Sexuality Studies; Justice and Equity Studies; and Game Design and Development. Our class sizes are relatively small, and our faculty are committed to students’ success. Our college is housed across three separate buildings on campus, including the newly refurbished Morton Hall, with state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research and creative activity.

Applicants may find more information about the College, the University, and Huntsville at https://www.uah.edu/ahs/prospective-faculty . About the University: Founded in 1969, The University of Alabama in Huntsville is one of America’s premier doctoral-granting, comprehensive universities known for addressing some of the world’s most critical technological challenges. UAH, a part of the University of Alabama System, offers an environment where students are able to explore, discover, create and communicate knowledge. UAH has eight colleges, more than 100 areas of study, and 17 high-tech research centers and institutes.

Located in the heart of the Technology Hub of the South, UAH serves as the anchor tenant of the second-largest research park in the United States, Cummings Research Park. UAH boasts storied partnerships with Redstone Arsenal, NASA and the Department of Defense. The institution is a member of the Gulf South athletic conference. UAH is where technology and human understanding converge to prepare students to transform their future.

Learn more about the University on the UAH website. About Huntsville: Defense, space, telecommunications, biotechnology, diversified manufacturing and a variety of emerging specialties provide challenging work in Huntsville, also known as the Rocket City. The area enjoys a favorable cost of living and quality of life in the Southeast. More than 1.2 million people reside in the Huntsville metro area, and it is now the largest city in Alabama.

From outdoor recreational activities to an enhanced arts and entertainment community, Huntsville contributes to a wonderful way to live, work, and play. More information about our city is available on the City of Huntsville website . Application Procedure and Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to submit their materials promptly for full consideration.

The following materials should be submitted in PDF format via email to the department's senior staff assistant, Michele Pullum, at [email protected] . 1) Cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for the position 2) Curriculum vitae 3) Statement of teaching philosophy 4) Statement of creative activity and scholarly work 5) Links to 15-20 minutes of video showcasing the candidate conducting a concert band in rehearsal and in performance 6) List of three references with c