56 jobs found in university park

Governors State University (University Park, IL) is a minority-majority institution inviting applications for a tenure track position as an Assistant Professor of Media Studies in Global Sound, Audio, and Storytelling to begin in the Fall Semester 2021. We seek a hybrid practitioner-scholar who will build on the Media Studies program by developing our global sound practices and sound studies, broadly construed. Serving as the Assistant Professor of Media Studies in Global Sound, Audio, and Storytelling, the ideal candidate will have a professional emphasis on sound and audio, including production and associated pre-production and production workflows that challenge traditional borders between creative and critical practice. This position will include recruiting, onboarding, and coaching student documentarians/sound /audio storytellers in creative and scholarly approaches to global social change, and leveraging the social, economic, and ecological concerns of marginalized cultures...

The Division of Accounting, Finance, MIS, and Economics in the College of Business at Governors State University seeks applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Economics beginning in August 2021. The successful candidate will be academically qualified to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Economics with a preference for candidates with teaching experience or expertise in International Economics, Development, and Macroeconomics. We seek candidates with outstanding teaching skills, interest in non-traditional and diverse student populations, ability or interest in teaching high quality remote or online courses, a collegial approach to working with colleagues, interest in developing curriculum, evidence or a potential of for distinguished scholarship consistent with tenure-track and AACSB expectations for Scholarly Academic faculty, and evidence or potential for substantive professional and university service. Governors State University (GSU) was founded in...

Governors State University (University Park, IL) is a minority-majority institution inviting applications for a tenure track position as an Assistant Professor of Media Studies and Digital Newsroom Manager to begin in the Fall Semester 2021. Serving as the Assistant Professor of Media Studies and Digital Newsroom Manager, the ideal candidate will have a professional emphasis in broadcast news production and associated pre-production and production workflows. The candidate will develop, lead, and manage the planning, production, and presentation of news content (on-air and online), newscasts for a student news show and collaborate with the Phoenix online newsroom. This position will include recruiting, onboarding, and coaching student journalists and production staff, holding weekly staff meetings with student news staff, implementing newsroom policies and procedures, and supervising student producers and directors of live/taped television newscasts. We seek a colleague whose...

Governors State University (University Park, IL) is a minority-majority institution inviting applications for a full-time, one-year, non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professor in Interdisciplinary Ethics, to begin in the Fall 2021 semester. This position is a 12-month contract with a teaching load of 27 credit hours (9 courses) over Fall 2021, Spring 2022, and Summer 2022. There is no required committee work. Depending on expertise, however, the successful candidate may be invited to participate in committees as appropriate and in support of their own professional development. We seek a teacher-scholar who is committed to enhancing our culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and who will complement existing faculty strengths across our Interdisciplinary Studies and Philosophy programs. A successful candidate is a teacher/scholar with teaching and research expertise in interdisciplinary studies, cross-cultural ethics, healthcare ethics, interdisciplinary ethics, justice...

Governors State University is seeking to hire a CRM Implementation Assistant in the Enrollment Management department. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, project management skills, and knowledge of database and ERP systems. The candidate will need to be willing to learn CRM, write rules, and create and implement training to Enrollment Management and members of the Academic Units. CRM Management and Analysis. Serve as a member of the CRM Implementation team and collaborate regularly with the Director of EM Technology and Admissions team to analyze business practices, assist in the creation of test plans and make decisions for the testing and implementation of Technolutions CRM SLATE. Work closely with the Director of Enrollment Management Technology, Director of Graduate Admissions and Retention, and appropriate academic department personnel to analyze the business process for graduate admissions and create the admissions folder review process. Create new...

Governors State University seeks applications for a Conservation Genetics assistant professor position in the undergraduate Biology and graduate Biology programs in the Division of Science, Mathematics and Technology, College of Arts and Sciences. The position is available August 2021 or until filled. This position is full time and tenure-track. The preferred candidate should demonstrate strong potential to teach Genetics, Biodiversity and/or a course in her/his area of expertise at the upper division and MS level in Conservation Genetics or related area. The candidate will also contribute to the Junior Year Seminar and may teach lower division coursework for incoming Biology majors, or non-majors. The successful applicant will be expected to conduct research and mentor research students at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and show good potential for publishing and procuring grants. Preference will be given to candidates interested in studying invertebrate or plant...

The Division of Science, Mathematics, and Technology at Governors State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty appointment as Assistant Professor in Mathematics beginning in August 2021. We seek candidates with outstanding teaching skills, evidence of a potential for or a distinguished record of scholarship, as well as community service via projects, committee and/or leadership roles. We are particularly interested in candidates whose primary career goal is undergraduate mathematics education, especially at the introductory levels. Our first-year Mathematics courses comprise over 80% students of color, nearly two-thirds of whom receive Pell grants. Preference will be given to those candidates dedicated to these students’ success in Mathematics, part of GSU’s mission to advance social justice, equity and inclusion. Duties include teaching lower division Mathematics courses and an upper division or graduate course, advising graduate students on their...

The primary focus of the Support Service Assistant is to help with the Information Technology Services (ITS) department’s Covid requirements. Duties will include the cleaning of technology, basic Service Desk duties and tasks. Provide ITS management with updates and reports via various technologies. Essential Responsibilities 60% Cleaning technology in classrooms and labs to comply with Covid requirements. 30% Assisting the Service Desk team with day to day duties and tasks. 10% Other duties as assigned of which include, but not limited to, participating in the administration of various applications. Other Responsibilities • Demonstrates knowledge and good judgment • Completes miscellaneous clerical functions, research, reports, and memos as requested • Assists with questions and problems courteously and promptly Competencies • Reporting functions are completed accurately and timely • Maintain effective working relations with Company personnel. •...

The Division of Science, Mathematics, and Technology at Governors State University invites applications for a full time, tenure-track faculty appointment in Mathematics at the assistant professor level beginning in August 2021. We seek candidates with outstanding teaching skills, experience with secondary education programs and accreditation, evidence of a potential for or a distinguished record of scholarship, as well as community service via projects, committee and/or leadership roles. Duties of the successful applicant will include teaching and oversight of the secondary mathematics education program, including student teacher oversight and responsibility for accreditation documents; teaching courses in the BS and MA programs in mathematics; and research in mathematics education. Governors State University is the only regional public comprehensive university in Chicago’s south suburban area, serving more than 5,500 students annually. Since its founding in 1969, GSU has offered...

The Division of Science, Mathematics and Technology seeks applications for a full-time, non-tenure track position as University Lecturer in Mathematics, beginning in January 2021. We seek candidates with outstanding teaching skills, and potential to make intellectual contributions through scholarly publications or presentations. Duties of the successful applicant will include teaching lower division mathematics courses, and direction/oversight of a mathematics corequisite class to be piloted starting January 2021. The corequisite class will provide supplementary instruction to students enrolled in Elementary Statistics needing additional academic support. Our first-year Mathematics courses comprise over 80% students of color, nearly two-thirds of whom receive Pell grants. Preference will be given to those candidates dedicated to these students’ success in Mathematics, part of GSU’s mission to advance social justice, equity and inclusion. Governors State University is the only...

Governors State University is seeking to hire a Social Worker for the Counseling an Wellness Center to provide overall personal, social, physical outreach/educational programming services to best meet the needs of the Governors State University diverse student population. Specific responsibilities include intake, assessment, time-limited individual counseling, outreach, consultation, case management, and crisis intervention in the areas of social, emotional, mental health and wellness. The Social Worker serves as a member of the Counseling and Wellness Center. The Social Worker provides consultation to the university faculty & staff, and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements. Starting Salary Range: $44,031.00 to $50,635.65. (This is a non-unionized position. Salary starts at the base and is determined based on Education and Experience exceeding the minimum qualifications). THIS IS A GRANT FUNDED POSITION ENDING ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2021.

The Enrollment Communication/Recruiting Specialist performs a variety of complex professional and administrative tasks related to introducing and recruiting high school students to Governors State University. This position will work with the Associate Director of Recruitment to oversee the creation and deployment of key communication workflows for the recruitment and retention of undergraduate students. The enrollment communication/recruiting specialist will leverage list purchases and the CRM to execute communication plans designed to increase targeted inquiries and applications while increasing the conversion and yield rate for undergraduate students. The enrollment communication/recruiting specialist will also be responsible for building relationships with both high school and community college staff; managing an assigned recruitment territory and provide superior customer service at all times.

Governors State University is seeking to hire a Sponsored Programs Specialist to work with the Director to provide guidance for the management of externally funded grants and contracts as the lead non-financial post award position within the Office of Sponsored Programs and Research. This position compiles complex data reports for submission to university administration, faculty, and funding agencies. Additionally, this position assists with compliance related data collection and provides leadership in the implementation of grant management software and tools and electronic records. This position interacts with various administration officials, deans, chairs, faculty and sponsors and reports to the Director of OSPR. Essential Responsibilities: 10% Facilitate the set-up of new accounts with Principal Investigator (PI) and Financial Research Administrator. 20% Prepare and update reports for PIs to monitor ongoing forecast of funds available throughout grant period including...

Governors State University’s College of Arts and Sciences seeks to create an available pool of local (Chicagoland area) Adjunct Faculty candidates to teach undergraduate, general education courses in Geography. We are particularly interested in adjunct faculty to teach courses in the following areas: Non-Western Geography, Physical Geography, World Regional Geography, Human Geography, North American Geography. Interested individuals are invited to complete a faculty profile, attach a curriculum vita, cover letter, transcripts and list of references for consideration. If available, please also include a sample syllabus from one of your current or most recent undergraduate courses. At Governors State University, adjunct faculty are hired as temporary faculty with teaching responsibilities for a specific course in a semester or summer session. Adjuncts are not a part of the faculty bargaining unit and are not included in membership of the Faculty Senate.

The Division of Science, Mathematics and Technology seeks applicants for a full-time, tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the primary area of Information Technology. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate/graduate IT related courses. We seek candidates with outstanding teaching skills, experience working with non-traditional and diverse student populations, evidence of a potential or distinguished record of scholarship as well as community service via projects, committees and/or leadership roles. Governors State University is the only regional public comprehensive university in Chicago’s south suburban area, serving more than 5,500 students annually. Since its founding in 1969, GSU has offered accessible, high-value educational opportunities to a culturally diverse student body of first-generation students, returning adults, and veterans. With the lowest undergraduate tuition in Illinois, GSU offers accredited programs that have earned high...

The Division of Accounting, Finance, MIS, and Economics in the College of Business at Governors State University seeks applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Business Analytics and Management Information Systems beginning in August 2021. The successful candidate will be qualified to teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in Business Analytics and Management Information Systems. Teaching may include coursework in Business Analytics, Data Visualization, Database, Spreadsheet Analysis, Predictive Analytics, and other courses in the MS in Business Analytics program and undergraduate MIS concentration, as well as other MIS courses such as Management information Systems. The candidate should also be proficient in coding, SQL, spreadsheet, and data analysis. We seek candidates with outstanding teaching skills, interest in non-traditional and diverse student populations, ability or interest in teaching high quality remote or online courses, a collegial...

Governors State University seeks applications for an Evolutionary and Developmental Biology assistant professor position in the undergraduate Biology and graduate Biology programs in the Division of Science, Mathematics and Technology, College of Arts and Sciences. The position is available August 2021 or until filled. This position is full time and tenure-track. The preferred candidate should demonstrate strong potential to teach our capstone course in Evolution and courses in her/his area of expertise at the upper division and MS level in Developmental Biology, Embryology or related area. The candidate will also contribute to the Junior Year Seminar and may teach lower division coursework for incoming Biology majors or non-majors. The successful applicant will be expected to conduct research and mentor research students at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Preference will be given to those individuals dedicated to teaching and mentoring women, first generation university...

Position Type Adjunct Classification Title Adjunct Faculty Position's Functional Title AY20/21 Adjunct Faculty, School Counseling Position Start Date   Position End Date (if temporary)   Position Summary Governors State University’s College of Education seeks to create an available pool of Adjunct Faculty candidates to teach School Counseling courses in the Division of Psychology & Counseling. Interested individuals are invited to complete a faculty profile, attach a curriculum vitae, and transcripts for consideration. At Governors State University, adjunct faculty are hired as temporary faculty with teaching responsibilities for a specific course in a semester or summer session. Adjuncts are not a part of the faculty bargaining unit and are not included in membership of the Faculty Senate. Minimum Qualifications Master’s Degree in School Counseling or School...

Position Type Adjunct Classification Title Adjunct Faculty Position's Functional Title AY20/21 Adjunct Faculty, Counseling Position Start Date   Position End Date (if temporary)   Position Summary Governors State University’s College of Education seeks to create an available pool of Adjunct Faculty candidates to teach graduate courses in Counseling in the Division of Psychology & Counseling. Interested individuals are invited to complete a faculty profile, attach a curriculum vitae, and transcripts for consideration. At Governors State University, adjunct faculty are hired as temporary faculty with teaching responsibilities for a specific course in a semester or summer session. Adjuncts are not a part of the faculty bargaining unit and are not included in membership of the Faculty Senate. Minimum Qualifications Master’s Degree in Counseling or Marriage and...

Position Type Adjunct Classification Title Adjunct Faculty Position's Functional Title AY20/21 Adjunct Faculty, Psychology Position Start Date   Position End Date (if temporary)   Position Summary Governors State University’s College of Education seeks to create an available pool of Adjunct Faculty candidates to teach undergraduate or graduate courses in Psychology in the Division of Psychology & Counseling. Interested individuals are invited to complete a faculty profile, attach a curriculum vitae, and transcripts for consideration. At Governors State University, adjunct faculty are hired as temporary faculty with teaching responsibilities for a specific course in a semester or summer session. Adjuncts are not a part of the faculty bargaining unit and are not included in membership of the Faculty Senate. Minimum Qualifications Master’s Degree in Psychology....