First International Conference on Literacy, Culture, and Language Education (ICLCLE) in October 5-7, 2018 at Indiana University-Bloomington

Half-time Administrative Assistant – contractual (on an if and when basis)

The incumbent will assist with the management of the Inclusion Imperative Programs run by the Dresher Center for the Humanities. These programs include: the Visiting Faculty Fellowship for Diversity, the Diversity Teaching Network, and the Humanities Teaching Labs. Specific duties include: grants accounting and budgeting; coordinating among participating institutional partners; managing day-to-day operations for all three programs; coordinating the faculty fellowship application and selection process; coordinating the annual symposium of the Diversity Teaching Network; coordinating other events and workshops and other duties as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 Requires a Bachelor’s degree and experience in coordinating programs and/or events. The successful candidate must be able to: work both independently and on a team; collaborate effectively with staff, faculty, and external constituents; be detail oriented; possess good written, communication and organizational skills; and function efficiently & effectively in a fast-paced Center environment. Must be familiar with various computer software applications such as Microsoft Office, Adobe, Google Calendar. Prior experience with budgeting and reporting desirable. NOTE: This position will require a background check.

SALARY: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position does not carry fringe benefits.

APPLICATION: For best consideration, submit a cover letter, resume, and names and contact information of three professional references in a single PDF file by November 10, 2017 (resumes will be accepted until the position is filled) to dreshercenter@umbc.edu

As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

UMBC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

We are pleased to announce the 5th Annual Academic Research and Leadership Network Symposium (ARLS).  This year’s symposium will be held in conjunction with the NSBE National Convention http://convention.nsbe.org/ from March 21-25th, 2018 in Pittsburg, PA. ARLS events will occur on March 23-24 and consist of a research symposium on March 23rd followed by a faculty/career development symposium on March 24th at the NSBE Convention site (Omni William Penn Hotel). We have a limited amount of funds available to provide $2000 ASSITS travel awards for graduate students, post-docs, and junior faculty (pre-tenure) participants. Detailed instructions for participants are below; we hope to see you in Pittsburgh in 2018!

Speakers (Confirmed to date)

Josephine Allen, University of Florida

Shawn Blanton, Carnegie Melon University

Audrey Bowden, Stanford University

Todd Coleman, University of California, San Diego

Lesia Crumpton-Young, Tennessee State University

Ralph Etienne-Cummings, John Hopkins University

Sam Graham, Georgia Institute of Technology

Monique Head, Morgan State University

Asegun Henry, Georgia Institute of Technology

Stephanie Luster-Teasley, North Carolina A&T State University

Chinedum Osuji, Yale University

Sam Senyo, Case Western Reserve University

Adrienne Stiff-Roberts, Duke University

Rosalind Wynne, Villanova University

Travel Award Application and Registration Instructions (for 40 Eligible Participants)

1.)  Join NSBE! Become a NSBE member. Link: http://www.nsbe.org/membership.aspx#.VoKbl_HKSZx

2.)  Apply for the ASSITS Travel Grant by December 31, 2017. Link:

https://leveragefaculty.org/event-detail/nsbe-arls-2018

3.) Apply for 2018 ARLS. Applications should include title and abstract for poster presentations and are due by January 5, 2018. Link: https://www.arlnetwork.org/participate/

General Registration Instructions

Follow the procedures described in 1 and 3 above. If you are not already a member, please also consider joining the ARL Network.  The accepted ARLS attendees will be registered for the NSBE Convention ($200) and will be assigned a hotel room at the Omni William Penn Hotel ($100-$200/night).

We are providing a resource that lists opportunities in STEM fields. The following link provides 30+ graduate fellowships:

Graduate Student Fellowships

The following link provides 170+ postdoctoral positions:

Postdoc Positions

Sponsor for this information: Institute for Broadening Participation.

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Committee on Women in Science, Engineering, and Medicine

Cordially Invites You to a Workshop on

Women of Color in STEM

November 10, 2017
8:15 am – 1:30 pm

(Breakfast available starting at 7:30 am)

The Keck Center
500 Fifth St NW
Washington, DC, 20001

Panelists Include:

• Akua Asa-Awuku, Associate Professor, University of Maryland, College Park, Dept. of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
• Gilda Barabino, Dean of Engineering at City College of New York
• Sandra Begay, Principal Member of Technical Staff, Sandia National Laboratories
• Sarita Brown, President, Excelencia in Education
• Shawndra Hill, Senior Researcher in the Computational Social Science Group at Microsoft Research NYC
• Shirley Malcom, Head of Education and Human Resources Programs at American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)
• Yolanda Moses, Professor of Anthropology, Associate Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity and Excellence, and Executive Director for Conflict Resolution at the University of California, Riverside; former president of CUNY/The City College
• Maria (Mia) Ong, Senior Research Scientist, and Evaluator at the Technical Education Research Centers, Inc. (TERC)
• Joan Reede, Dean for Diversity and Community Partnership, and Professor the Department of Social & Behavioral Sciences, Harvard University

Register Here to Attend in Person

Register Here for the Webcast.

Breakfast and Lunch will be provided.

The School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences at Arizona State University seeks applications for a full-time, tenure-eligible Assistant or Associate Professor in Statistics with any focus area.

General information: 

 The School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences, New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences (https://newcollege.asu.edu/mathematical-natural-sciences-degree-programs) at Arizona State University, is an interdisciplinary mathematical and natural sciences unit that encompasses statistics, mathematics, biology, chemistry, computing, forensics, and physics; it prides itself in interdisciplinary collaborations among these research areas. Successful candidates are expected to establish a vigorous, externally-funded program of research; to deliver quality undergraduate and graduate instruction in statistics, and to contribute service to the university and the profession. Faculty can participate in university-wide graduate programs.  The School is committed to recruiting and retaining students and faculty from groups that have historically been underrepresented in the sciences.

Required Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Statistics or a related field, by the time of appointment; evidence of an on-going research program in Statistics and a record of publication and commitment to securing external grant funding consistent with candidate’s experience; commitment and ability to work with a diverse student population.

Desired Qualifications:

Evidence of successful college/university teaching and course development experience; interest in establishing interdisciplinary research programs; practice guiding undergraduates in research and student mentorship; established collaborations with industry partners.

Instructions to Apply

Email application to mns@asu.edu. Application deadline is November 20, 2017, and every Friday thereafter until the search is closed.  Complete applications must include 1) letter of application, 2) a statement describing teaching philosophy and experience, 3) statement describing current and future research plans, 4) statement describing commitment to diversity, 5) unofficial transcripts, and 6) curriculum vitae with your contact information, including telephone number and e-mail address, and 7) contact information (name, address, email, telephone number) for three professional references.   The requested material should be in one PDF document. Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.  Please reference Job# 12131 when applying for the position.

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy, and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 80,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation’s fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. ASU’s full non-discrimination statement (ACD 401) and Title IX policy are located athttps://www.asu.edu/aad/manuals/acd/acd401.html and https://www.asu.edu/titleIX.