JOB: University of Iowa

Lecturer in Sport Studies

The University of Iowa is seeking a sport studies scholar for a three-year renewable lectureship teaching in the sport studies curriculum of the Department of American Studies. The position is effective August 2012.

The teaching load is three undergraduate courses each semester; teaching assignments might include Inequality in Sport; Women, Sport and Culture; Sport in America after 1900; and Race and Ethnicity in Sport. Teaching in the summer session for additional salary is also a possibility. Some undergraduate advising will be expected.

Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent in the area of sport studies. Evidence of teaching in the area of sport studies is desirable.

Applicants should send or email a letter of introduction, a curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for three references to Susan Birrell, Department of American Studies, 210 Jefferson Building, Iowa City, Iowa 52242 or susan-birrell@uiowa.edu . Review of applications will begin April 1, 2012 and continue until the position is filled.

The University of Iowa is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. The Department of American Studies and the College of the Liberal Arts and Sciences are strongly committed to gender and ethnic diversity; the strategic plans of the University and College reflect this commitment. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. For further information on the department, please visit our web page athttp://www.uiowa.edu/~amstud/.