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The Art + Design Department of Columbia College Chicago invites applications for a one year visiting lecturer position beginning August 16, 2008 with the possibility of renewal through 2010. We seek a scholar with research and teaching expertise in theory, visual culture, modern and contemporary art preferably with an awareness of global interactions. Preference will be given to a candidate with an interest in the interchange between design and artistic practices. The position will involve teaching survey courses and more focused thematic courses at the introductory and advanced levels. Teaching load is three courses per semester with the expectations of departmental service, including advising and curriculum building. Ph.D. preferred, ABD considered.

Columbia College Chicago is a dynamic arts and communications college with over 11,500 students, located in downtown Chicago and dedicated to extending the opportunity for a quality arts and media education to a wide range of students. Art History is one component of the Art + Design Department, which has 30 full-time faculty, 150 part-time faculty, and 1600 undergraduate majors. Concentrations include Art History, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Illustration, Advertising Art, Fashion Design, Interior Architecture, and Product Design.

Columbia College Chicago offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. The College encourages female, GLBT, disabled, international and minority classified individuals to apply for all positions. No phone calls or walk-ins, please. For consideration, please submit a letter of application, C.V., two sample syllabi, a writing sample, three references, and a SASE to:

Art History Search Committee
Department of Art + Design
Columbia College Chicago
600 S. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60605

Review of applications will begin May 2008 and will continue until the position is filled.

Date Posted: May 1 2008

Columbia College Chicago is an urban institution of over 11,500 undergraduate and graduate students, emphasizing arts, media, and communications in a liberal arts setting. We currently have opportunities for Part-Time Adjunct Faculty who will teach classes for the new MFA programs in Interior Architecture and in Architectural Studies, focusing on sustainable design for the built environment.

Columbia College Chicago encourages female, GLBT, disabled, international and minority classified individuals to apply for all positions. No phone calls, please. LEED-AP individuals with professional and teaching experience/interest are encouraged to submit a resume and a cover letter to:

Art + Design Department
Part-Time Adjunct Faculty – Interior Architecture Search
Columbia College Chicago
600 S. Michigan Avenue,
Chicago, IL 60605

Date Posted: April 16 2007

Columbia College Chicago, an urban institution of over 12,000 undergraduate and graduate students, emphasizes the arts, media, and communications in a liberal arts setting. The Arts, Entertainment and Media Management Department is seeking a full-time, tenure-track faculty member with proven expertise in entrepreneurship in creative endeavors for fall, 2008.

This position provides quality instruction in the undergraduate core and graduate core programs of the Arts, Entertainment and Media Management Department. S/he must have the ability to teach in several of the following areas: Economics, Strategic Management, Data Analysis/Statistics. S/he will also teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the Arts Entrepreneurship curriculum. The individual must be able to direct undergraduate or graduate research projects and theses, supervise professional practice (internships and practica), and advise majors regarding general career options and professional matters. S/he will be an expert in and be able to teach the technology affecting the arts, entertainment and media management fields.

This individual will also closely work with the staff of the Arts Entrepreneurship Center and the Coordinator of the Arts Entrepreneurship Concentration to maintain the quality and rigor of the curriculum and maintain a nationally ranked program.

The faculty member will be actively involved in planning and assessing the entrepreneurship curriculum of the Arts, Entertainment and Media Management Department. Working with the Coordinator of the Arts Entrepreneurship Concentration, s/he will research and prepare relevant class proposals to maintain and improve the curriculum as necessary. S/he will have to maintain and develop relationships with the other academic departments at Columbia College Chicago and represent the Arts, Entertainment and Media Management in the field of arts entrepreneurship. Candidates will have a proven track record in fundraising including working with sponsors and donors.

The successful candidate will possess a terminal degree, Ph.D. preferred, in entrepreneurship or have equivalent experience to teach arts entrepreneurship courses at the undergraduate and graduate level. Teaching experience at the college level strongly preferred, significant professional accomplishments in the arts and cultural management field are required. A history of distinguished professional service may substitute for the terminal degree requirement. The standard for distinction is generally a sustained period of professional activity at the highest levels of endeavor within the field.

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. Columbia College Chicago encourages qualified female, GLBT, disabled, international and minority-classified individuals to apply for all positions.
Complete applications will include a letter of application, a statement of teaching philosophy, a curriculum vitae, and three references. Materials may be submitted to:

J. Dennis Rich, Chair
Arts Entertainment Media Management Department
Columbia College Chicago
600 S. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60605

ATT: Arts Entrepreneurship Specialist Search POS 842

www.colum.edu

Date Posted: November 6 2007

Columbia College Chicago, an urban institution of over 12,000 undergraduate and graduate students, emphasizes the arts, media and communications in a liberal arts setting. The Arts, Entertainment and Media Management Department (AEMM) is seeking a full-time, tenure track faculty member with proven expertise in the business of arts in youth and community development organizations to coordinate the Arts in Youth and Community Development (AYCD) Concentration. This five year old program is the first in the nation to provide professional leadership and management education for the next generation of leaders for community based organizations working at the intersection of youth and community development and the arts.

This professional will teach courses in the AEMM Department in the graduate core curricula in several of the following areas: Data Analysis/Statistics, Research Seminar: AEMM. S/he will teach courses in the AYCD concentration curriculum, maintain and grow our relationship with the Center for Community Arts Partnership; supervise concentration faculty, and advise majors regarding academic, general career options and professional matters.

Qualified candidates will possess a terminal degree, Ph D. preferred, or equivalency of professional activity and service at the highest levels of endeavor within the filed, significant professional accomplishments in the field of Arts in Youth and Community Development and teaching experience at the college level.

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. Columbia College Chicago encourages qualified female, GLBT, disabled, international and minority classified individuals to apply for all positions. No phone calls, please. Complete applications will include a letter of application, a statement of teaching philosophy, a curriculum vitae, and three references. Materials may be submitted to:

J. Dennis Rich, Chair
Arts, Entertainment and Media Management Department
Columbia College Chicago
600 S. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60605

ATT: Coordinator of Arts in Youth and
Community Development Search POS 1091

www.colum.edu

Date Posted: November 6 2007

Columbia College Chicago, an urban institution of over 11,500 undergraduate and graduate students, emphasizes the arts, media, and communications in a liberal arts setting. The Arts, Entertainment and Media Management Department is seeking a full-time, tenure-track faculty member with proven expertise in the business of managing culture and the arts for fall, 2008.

This position provides quality instruction in the undergraduate core and graduate core programs of the Arts, Entertainment and Media Management Department. S/he must have the ability to teach in several of the following areas: Introduction to Management, Accounting, Finance, Managerial Economics, Strategic Management, Organizational Behavior and Data Analysis/Statistics. S/he may also teach some courses in one of the Art, Entertainment and Media Management Department curricular concentrations. The individual should be able to direct undergraduate or graduate research projects and theses, supervise professional practice (internships and practica), and advise majors regarding general career options and professional matters. S/he will be an expert in and be able to teach the technology affecting the arts, entertainment and media management fields.

The faculty member will be actively involved in planning and assessing the core curriculum of the Arts, Entertainment and Media Management Department. S/he will research and prepare relevant class proposals to maintain and improve the curriculum as necessary. S/he will have to maintain and develop relationships with the other academic departments at Columbia College Chicago and represent the Arts, Entertainment and Media Management Department in the field of arts management. Candidates will have a proven track record in fundraising including working with sponsors and donors.

The successful candidate will have a terminal degree, significant professional accomplishments in the arts and cultural management field, and teaching experience at the college level. A history of distinguished professional service may substitute for the terminal degree requirement. The standard for distinction is generally a sustained period of professional activity at the highest levels of endeavor within the field.

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. Columbia College Chicago encourages qualified female, GLBT, disabled, international and minority-classified individuals to apply for all positions. No phone calls, please.

Complete applications will include a letter of application, a statement of teaching philosophy, a curriculum vitae, and three references. Materials may be submitted to:

J. Dennis Rich, Chair
Arts, Entertainment and Management Media Department
Columbia College Chicago
600 S. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 6060

ATT: Cultural Arts Specialist Search POS 1093

www.colum.edu

Date Posted: November 6 2007

Columbia College Chicago is an urban institution of over 12,000 undergraduate and graduate students, emphasizing arts, media, and communications in a liberal arts setting. The ASL-English Interpretation Department of Columbia College Chicago invites applications for the position of full-time, tenure track member of the faculty. Columbia College offers a four-year BA in ASL-English Interpretation and a minor in American Sign Language Studies within the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Currently, we have over 250 students enrolled in our courses.

We have an excellent opportunity available for a creative and visionary educator who will be actively involved in safeguarding and implementing the mission of the College while assuring quality instruction and student experience within this innovative department. We seek a person who is an innovative leader to assist in developing curriculum and planning programs. Commitment to the department, School, and ongoing demonstration of community involvement/service and professional development are required.

Qualified candidates will possess a minimum of a Master's degree in ASL, ASL-English Interpretation, Linguistics of ASL, or a terminal degree in a field related to research and training in Interpretation or Deaf Studies. This professional must be bilingual in ASL and English and also possess RID certification (NIC, CI&CT, or CDI) and/or ASLTA certification.

The start date for this position is August 16, 2008.

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. Columbia College Chicago encourages qualified female, Deaf, GLBT, disabled, international & minority classified individuals to apply for all positions. To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by FEBURARY 15, 2008. Complete applications will include a letter of application, a statement of teaching philosophy, a curriculum vitae, a graduate transcript, and three references. Materials may be submitted electronically (as Word or PDF documents) to:
Email: ASLSearch@colum.edu
or sent in hard copy to:

ASL Search
Kimberly A. Kuhns, M.A.
ASL-English Interpretation Department POS 1095
Columbia College Chicago
600 South Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60605-1996
312-344-7837 (vp)

Date Posted: December 3 2007

Columbia College Chicago is a private, urban institution of more than 12,000 undergraduate and graduate students, emphasizing arts, media, and communication in the context of a strong liberal arts and sciences foundation. The Office of Academic Affairs invites applications for the position of Director, Center for Teaching Excellence, to begin in summer, 2008.

The Director reports to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and works with two Associate Directors and an Administrative Assistant to provide leadership and oversight for the following areas:

• Workshops, seminars, and forums for and by faculty
• New Faculty Orientation
• Faculty Development Grant Committee
• Sabbatical Committee
• Distinguished College Fellows
• Excellence in Teaching Awards
• Civic engagement/Service learning
• Collaborative leadership
• Partnerships with academic departments
• Integrative learning

The ideal candidate will have a terminal degree in one of the disciplines offered by Columbia College Chicago and a strong track record of teaching and scholarship consistent with the potential for tenure. Candidates must have a thorough understanding of current issues in instructional design and best practices in evaluation of teaching. The Center also seeks a candidate with experience with the pedagogy of e-learning. Candidates must have the ability to collaborate with various constituencies on campus and beyond and to represent the College and the Center locally and nationally.

Columbia College has 320 full-time and 1,200 part-time faculty members. The Center for Teaching Excellence has strong ties to AAC&U, POD, Campus Compact, the Carnegie Institute, and was host to the CASTL Institute for three years. The scholarship of teaching and learning is a focus of the Center.

Columbia offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. The College encourages female, GLBT, disabled, international, and minority classified individuals to apply for all positions.

Review of applications will begin January 15, 2008. Applications must include a cover letter detailing qualifications for and interest in this position, a curriculum vitae, and names of five references. Materials may be submitted electronically to pquinn@colum.edu or sent in hard copy to Pegeen Quinn, Columbia College Chicago POS 781, 600 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605 . No telephone calls, please.

Date Posted: November 20 2007

Columbia College Chicago is an urban institution of over 11,500 undergraduate and graduate students, emphasizing arts, media, and communications in a liberal education setting. The Assistant Dean of Student Health and Support is seeking an Assistant Director of Student Relations. This position is primarily responsible for assessing and assisting students with a variety of issues, and also for analyzing, investigating, and resolving, conflict between students, students and faculty, as well as between students and staff. Work also involves supervisory responsibilities and assisting with providing leadership in educating the College community regarding crisis intervention.

A Master’s degree in college student personnel, counseling, or social work; LCPC or LCSW licensure is required and at least 2-4 years experience in a college setting or working with college-age students.

Columbia College Chicago encourages female, GLBT, disabled, international and minority classified individuals to apply for all positions. No phone calls, please. For consideration, please submit a resume and a cover letter to:

Email: ademko@colum.edu

Or

Student Health and Support
Assistant Director of Student Relations Search POS 1058
Columbia College Chicago
600 S. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60605

Date Posted: August 29 2007

Columbia College Chicago is an urban institution of over 12,000 undergraduate and graduate students, emphasizing arts, media, and communications in a liberal arts setting.

The Administrative Assistant for the English Department is a high level departmental staff position. The Administrative Assistant’s direct supervisor is the Department Coordinator of Services. However, the Administrative Assistant also reports to the Chair of the English Department.

Job Responsibilities:

• Tracks and files all paper work for new part-time faculty and staff and acts as a liaison to the Department of Human Resources and related departments
• Processes check requests and reimbursements and order supplies and maintains inventory
• Provides support to faculty members for their individual needs and provides back up support for the Coordinator of Services in assisting the chair and department faculty.
• Tracks the audiovisual and computer lab/Smart Room reservation process
• Coordinates end-of-semester departmental evaluations and maintains files
• Works closely with the Columbia College bookstore in ordering books for part-time faculty
• Involved in decision-making processes regarding the operation of the English Department Office
• Assists in developing and implementing policies for the management of the office operations
• Assists with event planning and report preparation
• Assists with the data entry of course scheduling information in Oasis
• Other duties as assigned.

The successful candidate should possess at least 2 years of college coursework with 1-2 years of office experience, preferably in academia (within a high volume office).

The ideal candidate must be computer proficient and easily adapt to new computer programs.

The individual must demonstrate efficient and organized work habits, a strong attention to detail and excellent communications skills.

The position requires sound decision making skills, including trouble-shooting responsibilities.

Application review will begin on May 15, 2008. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until position is filled.

Columbia College Chicago encourages qualified female, GLBT, disabled, international and minority classified individuals to apply for all positions. No phone calls or walk-ins, please. We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

For consideration, please submit a resume, a cover letter and three references to:

Paula Payton
Coordinator of Services, English Department
Administrative Assistant POS. 416
Columbia College Chicago
600 S. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60605

Date Posted: May 1 2008

The English Department at Columbia College Chicago seeks a nonfiction writer, with a strong secondary interest in poetry, for a tenure-track creative writing faculty position, to begin Fall 2008. Successful candidate must have a terminal degree, minimum of one book of nonfiction from press of national standing, and significant poetry publications; deep commitment to teaching writing at all levels; and a desire to participate in, and help shape, an emerging nonfiction program. Successful candidate will teach core courses in the creative writing nonfiction and poetry programs. Interviews at MLA. Review of applications will begin Nov. 1. Please send letter of application and c.v. to:

David Lazar, Chair, Creative Writing Search Committee POS 597, Department of English, Columbia College Chicago, 600 South Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60605-1996.

Columbia College Chicago (CCC) is an urban institution of over 11,500 undergraduate and graduate students, emphasizing arts, media, and communications in a liberal arts setting. Columbia College Chicago encourages qualified female, GLBT, disabled, international and minority classified individuals to apply for all positions. We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

Date Posted: September 7 2007