Employment Opportunities
This is a full-time, one-year non-tenure track position (renewable for up to three years).
BEGINNING DATE: Late August 2018
QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in Classics by start date preferred; candidates who are advanced ABD will also be considered at the Instructor rank. Demonstrated teaching excellence and scholarly promise are required. We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated teacher/scholar who is willing to work closely with undergraduates and to promote the study of Classics across the campus and around the world.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Teaching responsibilities include Greek and Latin at all levels and Classics courses taught in English. We welcome especially applications from candidates whose teaching and research interests include ancient religion, classical mythology, Roman culture, Latin literature, ancient medicine/medical terminology, or other specializations that would complement existing departmental strengths. The teaching load is seven courses per year (three in the fall, one during January-term, and three in the spring).
STATEMENT ON DIVERSITY: Luther College is committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and the curriculum. We value the input of multiple viewpoints and perspectives to create an academic community that is rich with cultural, social and intellectual diversity. Candidates are encouraged to identify their strengths or experiences that will contribute to this goal.
APPLICATION INFORMATION: Review of applications begins October 12, 2017 and continues until position is filled. Applicant’s dossier will include:
INQUIRIES: Questions about the positions may be directed to Dr. Dan Davis, Classics Search Committee Chair, Department of Classics, Luther College, 700 College Drive, Decorah, IA, 52101; phone: (563) 387-2551; email: davida06@luther.edu. Additional information about the college is available by visiting the college website www.luther.edu. Questions regarding the application process should be directed to facultysearch@luther.edu.
This position is in the Department of Modern Languages, Literatures and Linguistics is a one-semester (spring 2018) sabbatical replacement.
BEGINNING DATE: February 2018.
QUALIFICATIONS: MA in German or German Studies is preferred; teaching experience at the secondary or post-secondary level is required.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Teach two first-year German courses (first and second semester German); salary starts at $9,600 with MA degree.
STATEMENT ON DIVERSITY: Luther College is committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and the curriculum. We value the input of multiple viewpoints and perspectives to create an academic community that is rich with cultural, social, and intellectual diversity. Candidates are encouraged to identify their strengths or experiences that will contribute to this goal.
APPLICATION INFORMATION: Review of applications begins October 2, 2017 and continues until position filled. Apply on-line with letter of application, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references.
INQUIRIES: Inquiries about the position may be directed to Dr. Sören Steding, Luther College, 700 College Dr., Decorah, Iowa, 52101; email: stedso01@luther.edu. Additional information about the college is available by visiting the college website www.luther.edu. Questions regarding the application process should be directed to facultysearch@luther.edu.
Responsible for marketing Luther College facilities for summer conferences and for managing and coordinating the scheduling, planning, and hosting of summer conferences; for coordination of special academic year programs; for coordination of Summer Camps (academic and sports); and for general assistance in the Campus Programming Office.
In support of the Luther College President’s Council, the college’s premiere giving society, and Luther’s reunion giving program, the Leadership Giving Officer (LGO) will seek to secure visits with prospective leadership-level donors and will work to secure new and renewed multi-year pledges for the Luther Fund (50%), secure leadership and planned gifts for signature reunions and support short-term fundraising projects as needed (50%). Independent travel to meet donors throughout the greater Midwest and the United States is required. The LGO will be an integral member of a seasoned Annual Giving team.
POSITION: Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology, with expertise in genetics and cell/molecular biology. This is a three-year non-tenure track position, with renewal for a second and third year based on performance and college need. Career development opportunities include funding for undergraduate research and other scholarly activity, and mentoring in instructional and academic advising settings.
QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. required; postdoctoral research and teaching experience preferred. Successful applicants will demonstrate potential for excellence in college teaching and a commitment to the liberal arts.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Teaching responsibilities to include genetics, cell/molecular biology, and an introductory biology course (molecules and cells). This full-time teaching load is spread over the fall, January and spring terms.
INQUIRIES: Questions about the positions may be directed to Dr. Scott Carlson, Biology Search Committee Chair, Department of Biology, Luther College, 700 College Drive, Decorah, IA, 52101; phone: (563) 387-1552; email: carlsosc@luther.edu. Additional information about the college is available by visiting the college website www.luther.edu, and/or the departmental website www.luther.edu/biology/. Questions regarding the application process should be directed to facultysearch@luther.edu.
Manage College fleet and serve as one of the administrative assistant/receptionists in Facilities Services office. Position will work 6 hours a day Monday through Friday.
Will assist the Director of Student Activities and the Dahl Centennial Union with regular office tasks, including supervision of student workers, and many details relating to the smooth implementation of events for students and usage of Dahl Centennial Union facilities and equipment by campus departments and some outside groups.
The Student Activities Administrative Assistant will work 30 hours per week, 11 months per year.
Security staff provide for the security and safety of the entire college community according to the standards of Luther College and the guidelines established for the department. In addition, the Assistant Director is responsible for providing direction and assistance to department personnel during emergency and routine calls for service. The Assistant Director will also assist with day to day management of the organization and the investigation of criminal incidents and code of conduct violations.
The Assistant Director will assist with the day to day management of Safety and Security and provide direction to department personnel as needed. Supervision of staff will be of both regular staff and student workers. The Assistant Director will represent Safety and Security in meetings, events, and other functions during the absence of the Director.
Primary hours will be evening shifts including weekends and holidays but must be available to work all shifts as needed.
The Programmer Analyst collaborates with developers on software applications, including system interfaces for a variety of databases and operating systems. This person works with team members in Information Technology Services to support vendor-supplied, open source, and in-house developed software.
