VIRGINIA POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE AND STATE UNIVERSITY, Blacksburg, VA. Visiting Assistant Professor in Science and Technology Studies; one year replacement position.
Information about our graduate and undergraduate programs, course descriptions, and the Center for Science and Technology Studies (CSTS) is available from our webpage (www.cis.vt.edu/sts).
The successful candidate must have a strong interdisciplinary background and be able to teach the STS Program's graduate core course in history of science and various introductory courses in our undergraduate Humanities Science and Technology program.
CSTS has long-term hiring interests in 20th century historical studies (esp. physical science), science/technology and the law, and bioethics.
Six semester courses per year, four undergraduate and two graduate. Evidence of teaching excellence required. Salary: competitive. Ph.D. in STS or related field in hand by August 2003.
Interested candidates should send c.v., three reference letters, evidence of teaching ability, and a writing sample to Rachel Hall, STS Graduate Secretary, Center for Science and Technology Studies, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061-0227.
We will start reviewing applications on 5 May 2003, but will accept applications until the position is filled. Virginia Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
-- _______________________________________ Valerie Gray Hardcastle Director, Science and Technology Studies Program Professor, Department of Philosophy Virginia Tech Blacksburg, VA 24061-0227 ``````````````````````````````````````` email: valerie@vt.edu phone: 540.231.8491 fax: 540.231.7013 homepage: mind.phil.vt.edu