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Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Economics	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a Tenure-Track position in Economics at the rank of Assistant Professor or instructor level beginning in July 2019. The successful candidate should demonstrate a strong interest and competence in teaching undergraduates, a commitment to research and an ability to work successfully and collaboratively in an inclusive environment. Particular consideration will be given to candidates with teaching and research interests in macroeconomics and monetary economics. The economics program at Kenyon emphasizes economic theory, public policy applications, and empirical analysis. Teaching responsibilities are five courses per year. Salary is competitive with other highly selective liberal arts colleges. More information about the department can be found at http://www.kenyon.edu/economics.xml. To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at http://careers.kenyon.edu/ . A complete application will be composed of 1) a cover letter discussing the applicant’s research and scholarship undertaken, its relevance to the field or discipline, and evidence of teaching effectiveness; 2) a statement of the applicant’s teaching philosophy; 3) a Curriculum Vitae; 4) three (3) letters of recommendation; 5) Unofficial transcript; 6) Research Abstract(s). All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon’s employment website. Review of applications will begin October 1, 2018, and will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, applications must be received by November 23, 2018. Department contact: sheasbyp@kenyon.edu.
Assistant Professor of Anthropology	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a tenure-track position in Anthropology at the level of Assistant Professor, beginning fall semester 2019. Completion of Ph.D. is expected prior to or shortly after the date of hire. We seek an archaeologist specializing in the colonial period with a regional specialization in North America or the Caribbean, broadly trained in anthropology, with an excellent teaching record, an active research agenda, and a strong commitment to including students in ongoing research. A strong willingness to work collaboratively with colleagues in International Studies, Latinx Studies, African Diaspora Studies, History, and Environmental Studies is also preferred. Theoretical specialties should complement existing strengths within the Anthropology department. To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at http://careers.kenyon.edu. A complete application will be composed of 1) a cover letter discussing the applicant’s research and scholarship undertaken, its relevance to the field or discipline, and prior teaching experience; 2) a statement of the applicant’s teaching philosophy; 3) a Curriculum Vitae; 4) an unofficial transcript; and 5) three (3) letters of recommendation. All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon’s employment website. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2018, and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by the November 1 deadline will be guaranteed full consideration.
Richard L. Thomas Professor in Creative Writing	Gambier, OH
The Kenyon College English Department invites applications from distinguished, mid-career teachers and writers for an endowed chair in creative writing, to begin in August 2019. Appointment rank will depend on prior experience. A preference will be given to writers of fiction and/or nonfiction prose, especially in innovative subfields such as graphic, speculative, or young adult literary fiction. A successful candidate will already have earned significant public recognition. The Thomas Professor will be in residence throughout the academic year, with a 2/2 teaching load primarily dedicated to courses in fiction-writing and nonfiction-writing at all levels. This position will require contributions to the life of the English department and the College (including advising students, directing honors projects, and participating in faculty governance). This chair will also have significant leadership expectations for enhancing, developing, diversifying, and supporting the department’s creative writing curriculum. Qualifications include significant teaching experience and publication in fiction and/or nonfiction prose (at least two books). Ph.D. or MFA preferred. Applications must include a cover letter detailing writing achievement and aspirations; as well as teaching experience and teaching philosophy, including methods for incorporating issues related to diversity, inclusivity, and equity into teaching and advising; a Curriculum Vitae; three letters of recommendation (at least one of which must speak to the candidate’s teaching excellence); and a writing sample (up to 20 pages). All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon’s website at http://careers.kenyon.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, apply by October 8th.
Alumni Philanthropy Fellow	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College is conducting a search for an Alumni Philanthropy Fellow. This is a two year position. Reporting to the Director of Class Giving, the Alumni Philanthropy Fellow has primary responsibility for the planning, execution, and performance of the College's young alumni giving efforts, its student phonathon program, and its student philanthropy program. The position coordinates The Alumni Leaders of Tomorrow (ALOT), a Kenyon Fund awareness program directed at students, and manages the class agents and Kenyon Fund giving for alumni classes 2012-2018. This position will also manage a portfolio of 100 young alumni prospects. As the phonathon manager, they will hire and train a pool of student callers to contact alumni and parents and solicit their support for the Kenyon Annual Funds via phone and text message.
Systems Analyst (Full-time 18-month position)	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College’s Library and Information Services division seeks an innovative, dynamic, and highly collaborative systems analyst who will enthusiastically engage with the campus community, performing duties that include systems analysis, database management, and specialized custom systems work to configure baseline software, to develop data transfers to integrate with other systems, and to develop required reports. The Systems Analyst interacts extensively across departments to support the mission of the College. This position reports to the Director of Information Technology Services in the Library and Information Services division. This is a limited term, 18-month position, with benefits.
Operations Assistant, Kenyon Review	Gambier, OH
The Kenyon Review is conducting a search for a qualified candidate to serve as Operations Assistant. The Operations Assistant reports to the Operations Manager and Managing Editor. This is a part-time, 12-month position, without benefits, working 15-20 hours per week throughout the year. The hourly rate of pay is $11.83.
Electrician - 2nd Shift	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College is conducting a search for a second shift Electrician. Primary duties include: Use generally accepted techniques and procedures of the electrical trade to perform journey level electrical inspections, installations, maintenance, trouble-shooting, repair and/or renovation of electrical distribution and other wiring systems, including fittings, fixtures, equipment and related controls for fire alarm, audio, data, telephone and television systems. The hourly rate of pay for this full-time with benefits position is $22.52/hour with a 5% night shift premium. This position is on a Progressive Wage Rate with a $1.90 increase each July 1st until they cap out at the beginning of their sixth full year of employment. Work Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 4:00 pm. to 12:30 a.m., with a half hour unpaid lunch.
Assistant Professor of Biology - Animal Behavior	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a tenure track position in Biology at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in July 2019. We seek a biologist with broad training in Animal Behavior that complements current faculty strengths in ecology, physiology, evolution, neuroscience, and molecular biology. We also seek to recruit a diverse and inclusive department. The successful candidate will participate in the introductory biology sequence, teach upper level courses in animal behavior and other advanced topics, and contribute to the college’s Environmental Studies program. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to excellent teaching, including the use of inclusive pedagogies along with strong mentoring and academic support of diverse student populations. We expect a vigorous research program that involves undergraduate students, leads to publications, and has the potential to attract extramural funding. Applicants should hold a Ph.D degree; postdoctoral experience is preferred. A complete application will be composed of 1) a cover letter; 2) a statement describing the applicant's research and scholarship; 3) a statement of the applicant's teaching philosophy; 4) a Curriculum Vitae; and 5) three letters of recommendation. All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon's employment website: http://careers.kenyon.edu. Applications completed by October 3, 2018 will be guaranteed full consideration. Kenyon College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the College's policy to evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, age, religion, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by institutional policy or state, local, or federal law.
Head Men's Club Rugby Coach	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College invites applications for the position of Head Men’s Club Rugby Coach. This is an hourly, part-time position not eligible for benefits. Kenyon College, a highly selective liberal arts college of 1600 students, is a Division III member of the NCAA and is a founding member of the North Coast Athletic Conference. Kenyon offers twenty-two varsity sports, eleven for men and eleven for women. The college is located in the beautiful village of Gambier, 50 miles northeast of Columbus, Ohio. The Head Men’s Rugby Coach is responsible for the overall coordination of a high quality safety oriented rugby program, the coordination and scheduling of practices and games, and timely and effective communication with the Athletic Department, Health Services and Student Engagement. USA Rugby 100 level coaching required with ability to obtain level 200. Prior collegiate rugby experience is preferred with a demonstrated ability to mentor and educate collegiate aged athletes.
Director of Campus Events	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College invites applications for the position of Director of Campus Events. The director of campus events is a new position that will provide strategic leadership, management, guidance, and day-to-day oversight for the introduction, promotion, scheduling, planning and production of campus-based events and conferences. Reporting to the chief of staff, the director will balance competing needs and avoid scheduling conflicts to successfully execute campus events and conferences that reflect the quality and reputation of Kenyon College. The director of campus events will manage staff and student assistants in the events office and will foster a culture of teamwork and shared vision for events at Kenyon. In addition, the director will develop relationships with staff in other divisions to build a network of campus professionals dedicated to designing and executing high-quality events. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated professional with thorough knowledge and understanding of event planning and public relations, including event design, organization and production. The candidate will have experience in developing, planning and implementing successful events, preferably at a college or university. The candidate will provide exceptional service to all campus constituencies, while guiding the development of new campus policies and procedures. The work of the director and the office will reflect an understanding of, and sensitivity to, campus culture. The candidate will be detail oriented with strong project management skills and an ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. The Director will work closely with the Office of Diversity Equity & Inclusion to ensure that the College's commitment to diversity is reflected in Events Office programming.

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Position	Location	Closes
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Economics	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a Tenure-Track position in Economics at the rank of Assistant Professor or instructor level beginning in July 2019. The successful candidate should demonstrate a strong interest and competence in teaching undergraduates, a commitment to research and an ability to work successfully and collaboratively in an inclusive environment. Particular consideration will be given to candidates with teaching and research interests in macroeconomics and monetary economics. The economics program at Kenyon emphasizes economic theory, public policy applications, and empirical analysis. Teaching responsibilities are five courses per year. Salary is competitive with other highly selective liberal arts colleges. More information about the department can be found at http://www.kenyon.edu/economics.xml. To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at http://careers.kenyon.edu/ . A complete application will be composed of 1) a cover letter discussing the applicant’s research and scholarship undertaken, its relevance to the field or discipline, and evidence of teaching effectiveness; 2) a statement of the applicant’s teaching philosophy; 3) a Curriculum Vitae; 4) three (3) letters of recommendation; 5) Unofficial transcript; 6) Research Abstract(s). All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon’s employment website. Review of applications will begin October 1, 2018, and will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, applications must be received by November 23, 2018. Department contact: sheasbyp@kenyon.edu.
Assistant Professor of Anthropology	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a tenure-track position in Anthropology at the level of Assistant Professor, beginning fall semester 2019. Completion of Ph.D. is expected prior to or shortly after the date of hire. We seek an archaeologist specializing in the colonial period with a regional specialization in North America or the Caribbean, broadly trained in anthropology, with an excellent teaching record, an active research agenda, and a strong commitment to including students in ongoing research. A strong willingness to work collaboratively with colleagues in International Studies, Latinx Studies, African Diaspora Studies, History, and Environmental Studies is also preferred. Theoretical specialties should complement existing strengths within the Anthropology department. To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at http://careers.kenyon.edu. A complete application will be composed of 1) a cover letter discussing the applicant’s research and scholarship undertaken, its relevance to the field or discipline, and prior teaching experience; 2) a statement of the applicant’s teaching philosophy; 3) a Curriculum Vitae; 4) an unofficial transcript; and 5) three (3) letters of recommendation. All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon’s employment website. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2018, and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by the November 1 deadline will be guaranteed full consideration.
Richard L. Thomas Professor in Creative Writing	Gambier, OH
The Kenyon College English Department invites applications from distinguished, mid-career teachers and writers for an endowed chair in creative writing, to begin in August 2019. Appointment rank will depend on prior experience. A preference will be given to writers of fiction and/or nonfiction prose, especially in innovative subfields such as graphic, speculative, or young adult literary fiction. A successful candidate will already have earned significant public recognition. The Thomas Professor will be in residence throughout the academic year, with a 2/2 teaching load primarily dedicated to courses in fiction-writing and nonfiction-writing at all levels. This position will require contributions to the life of the English department and the College (including advising students, directing honors projects, and participating in faculty governance). This chair will also have significant leadership expectations for enhancing, developing, diversifying, and supporting the department’s creative writing curriculum. Qualifications include significant teaching experience and publication in fiction and/or nonfiction prose (at least two books). Ph.D. or MFA preferred. Applications must include a cover letter detailing writing achievement and aspirations; as well as teaching experience and teaching philosophy, including methods for incorporating issues related to diversity, inclusivity, and equity into teaching and advising; a Curriculum Vitae; three letters of recommendation (at least one of which must speak to the candidate’s teaching excellence); and a writing sample (up to 20 pages). All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon’s website at http://careers.kenyon.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, apply by October 8th.
Alumni Philanthropy Fellow	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College is conducting a search for an Alumni Philanthropy Fellow. This is a two year position. Reporting to the Director of Class Giving, the Alumni Philanthropy Fellow has primary responsibility for the planning, execution, and performance of the College's young alumni giving efforts, its student phonathon program, and its student philanthropy program. The position coordinates The Alumni Leaders of Tomorrow (ALOT), a Kenyon Fund awareness program directed at students, and manages the class agents and Kenyon Fund giving for alumni classes 2012-2018. This position will also manage a portfolio of 100 young alumni prospects. As the phonathon manager, they will hire and train a pool of student callers to contact alumni and parents and solicit their support for the Kenyon Annual Funds via phone and text message.
Systems Analyst (Full-time 18-month position)	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College’s Library and Information Services division seeks an innovative, dynamic, and highly collaborative systems analyst who will enthusiastically engage with the campus community, performing duties that include systems analysis, database management, and specialized custom systems work to configure baseline software, to develop data transfers to integrate with other systems, and to develop required reports. The Systems Analyst interacts extensively across departments to support the mission of the College. This position reports to the Director of Information Technology Services in the Library and Information Services division. This is a limited term, 18-month position, with benefits.
Operations Assistant, Kenyon Review	Gambier, OH
The Kenyon Review is conducting a search for a qualified candidate to serve as Operations Assistant. The Operations Assistant reports to the Operations Manager and Managing Editor. This is a part-time, 12-month position, without benefits, working 15-20 hours per week throughout the year. The hourly rate of pay is $11.83.
Electrician - 2nd Shift	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College is conducting a search for a second shift Electrician. Primary duties include: Use generally accepted techniques and procedures of the electrical trade to perform journey level electrical inspections, installations, maintenance, trouble-shooting, repair and/or renovation of electrical distribution and other wiring systems, including fittings, fixtures, equipment and related controls for fire alarm, audio, data, telephone and television systems. The hourly rate of pay for this full-time with benefits position is $22.52/hour with a 5% night shift premium. This position is on a Progressive Wage Rate with a $1.90 increase each July 1st until they cap out at the beginning of their sixth full year of employment. Work Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 4:00 pm. to 12:30 a.m., with a half hour unpaid lunch.
Assistant Professor of Biology - Animal Behavior	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a tenure track position in Biology at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in July 2019. We seek a biologist with broad training in Animal Behavior that complements current faculty strengths in ecology, physiology, evolution, neuroscience, and molecular biology. We also seek to recruit a diverse and inclusive department. The successful candidate will participate in the introductory biology sequence, teach upper level courses in animal behavior and other advanced topics, and contribute to the college’s Environmental Studies program. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to excellent teaching, including the use of inclusive pedagogies along with strong mentoring and academic support of diverse student populations. We expect a vigorous research program that involves undergraduate students, leads to publications, and has the potential to attract extramural funding. Applicants should hold a Ph.D degree; postdoctoral experience is preferred. A complete application will be composed of 1) a cover letter; 2) a statement describing the applicant's research and scholarship; 3) a statement of the applicant's teaching philosophy; 4) a Curriculum Vitae; and 5) three letters of recommendation. All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon's employment website: http://careers.kenyon.edu. Applications completed by October 3, 2018 will be guaranteed full consideration. Kenyon College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the College's policy to evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, age, religion, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by institutional policy or state, local, or federal law.
Head Men's Club Rugby Coach	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College invites applications for the position of Head Men’s Club Rugby Coach. This is an hourly, part-time position not eligible for benefits. Kenyon College, a highly selective liberal arts college of 1600 students, is a Division III member of the NCAA and is a founding member of the North Coast Athletic Conference. Kenyon offers twenty-two varsity sports, eleven for men and eleven for women. The college is located in the beautiful village of Gambier, 50 miles northeast of Columbus, Ohio. The Head Men’s Rugby Coach is responsible for the overall coordination of a high quality safety oriented rugby program, the coordination and scheduling of practices and games, and timely and effective communication with the Athletic Department, Health Services and Student Engagement. USA Rugby 100 level coaching required with ability to obtain level 200. Prior collegiate rugby experience is preferred with a demonstrated ability to mentor and educate collegiate aged athletes.
Director of Campus Events	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College invites applications for the position of Director of Campus Events. The director of campus events is a new position that will provide strategic leadership, management, guidance, and day-to-day oversight for the introduction, promotion, scheduling, planning and production of campus-based events and conferences. Reporting to the chief of staff, the director will balance competing needs and avoid scheduling conflicts to successfully execute campus events and conferences that reflect the quality and reputation of Kenyon College. The director of campus events will manage staff and student assistants in the events office and will foster a culture of teamwork and shared vision for events at Kenyon. In addition, the director will develop relationships with staff in other divisions to build a network of campus professionals dedicated to designing and executing high-quality events. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated professional with thorough knowledge and understanding of event planning and public relations, including event design, organization and production. The candidate will have experience in developing, planning and implementing successful events, preferably at a college or university. The candidate will provide exceptional service to all campus constituencies, while guiding the development of new campus policies and procedures. The work of the director and the office will reflect an understanding of, and sensitivity to, campus culture. The candidate will be detail oriented with strong project management skills and an ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. The Director will work closely with the Office of Diversity Equity & Inclusion to ensure that the College's commitment to diversity is reflected in Events Office programming.